Parakkum Paavai(1966)
Parakkum Paavai is a 1966 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed and produced by T. R. Ramanna under R. R. Pictures. The film stars M. G. Ramachandran, B. Saroja Devi, and Kanchana in lead roles. The story follows Jeeva, a wealthy businessman's son who joins a circus as a trapeze artist to fulfill a promise to a dying man to protect his daughter. The film is set against the vibrant and dangerous backdrop of the National Circus. It was praised by critics for its spectacular circus sequences and thrilling acrobatics. Despite positive reviews, the film had an average box office run of 80 days. It was released on 11 November 1966.
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- Theatrical Release
- 10 November 1966
- Director
- T. R. Ramanna
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
Jeeva promises a dying man he will protect his daughter Kala. To support her, he joins a circus as a trapeze artist. He must learn dangerous acts while facing a cruel villain named Kabali who wants to destroy him. Jeeva risks his life every day to keep his promise and win Kala's heart.
“A promise that flew higher than any trapeze.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Parakkum Paavai
Cast reunions in this film: M. N. Nambiar & M. S. Viswanathan (46 films together), M. N. Nambiar & M. G. Ramachandran (37 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & M. G. Ramachandran (37 films together), Saroja Devi & M. G. Ramachandran (24 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & Saroja Devi (16 films together), and M. N. Nambiar & Saroja Devi (15 films together).