Mugaraasi(1966)
Mugaraasi is a 1966 Indian Tamil-language revenge drama film directed by M. A. Thirumugam. The film stars M. G. Ramachandran as police officer Ramu and Gemini Ganesan as his vengeful brother Somu, alongside Jayalalithaa and Jayanthi. The story follows two brothers who respond differently to their mother's murder — one seeks legal justice while the other wants personal revenge. Their conflict deepens when Ramu falls in love with the daughter of the killer. The film is notable for being the only screen collaboration between MGR and Gemini Ganesan. It was produced by Sandow M. M. A. Chinnappa Thevar under Thevar Films and released on 18 February 1966. The music was composed by K. V. Mahadevan with lyrics by Kannadasan.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 18 August 1966
- Director
- M. A. Thirumugam
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 25m 0
Storyline
A young boy watches a man murder his mother for her family fortune. Fifteen years later, the boy named Somu lives only for revenge. His brother Ramu is a police officer who believes in the law. Their paths collide when Ramu falls in love with the killer's daughter. The brothers must choose between blood and justice.
“Two brothers. One killer. No mercy.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Mugaraasi
Cast reunions in this film: M. N. Nambiar & M. G. Ramachandran (37 films together), K. V. Mahadevan & M. G. Ramachandran (31 films together), M. G. Ramachandran & Jayalalitha (26 films together), K. V. Mahadevan & M. A. Thirumugham (17 films together), K. V. Mahadevan & Jayalalitha (16 films together), and K. V. Mahadevan & Devar films (16 films together).