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Paditha Manaivi(1965)

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Paditha Manaivi is a 1965 Tamil-language drama film directed by M. Krishnaswamy. The cast includes S.S. Rajendran, M.R. Radha, Aachi Manorama, and S.V. Ranga Rao. The story follows a young married woman who fights for her right to receive an education in a traditional village setting. Her strict husband initially opposes her desire to study, leading to conflict within the household. The film is noted for its progressive social message about women's education and marital equality. It was released in India on January 1, 1965, and is available in black and white.

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Theatrical Release
31 December 1965
Director
M. Krishnaswamy
Language
Tamil
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Storyline

A young woman named Vijayakumari is forced into a marriage with a strict, traditional husband. He forbids her from reading or studying. With the help of a kind teacher, she secretly pursues her education. When her husband discovers her secret, she must find the courage to fight for her freedom and her dreams.

Her education changed everything

Film Details

Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date31 December 1965

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Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Paditha Manaivi

Cast reunions in this film: S. S. Rajendran & Vijayakumari (23 films together), K. V. Mahadevan & S. S. Rajendran (20 films together), K. V. Mahadevan & Vijayakumari (17 films together), Manorama & K. V. Mahadevan (13 films together), Manorama & S. S. Rajendran (5 films together), and Manorama & Vijayakumari (3 films together).

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