Kulamagal Radhai(1963)
'Kulamagal Radhai' is a 1963 Indian Tamil-language romance film directed and written by A. P. Nagarajan. It stars Sivaji Ganesan, B. Saroja Devi, and Devika in lead roles. The film is an adaptation of Akilan's novel 'Vaazhvu Engey'. The story follows Radhai, a woman torn between her love for Chandran and her duty to her traditional family. Her sister-in-law Vanaja manipulates her into abandoning an elopement plan. This decision leads to heartbreak and mistrust between the lovers. The film features music composed by K. V. Mahadevan with lyrics by Kannadasan and A. Maruthakasi. It received an 'above average' rating from critics, who praised the direction and performances but noted commercial compromises. The film was released on 7 June 1963.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1963
- Director
- A. P. Nagarajan
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
Radhai loves Chandran and plans to elope with him to escape her controlling family. On the day of the elopement, her sister-in-law Vanaja convinces her to stay, using guilt about family honor. Chandran waits alone, feeling betrayed. Their love is tested by duty, manipulation, and broken promises.
“Love or family? A painful choice.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Kulamagal Radhai
Cast reunions in this film: Sivaji Ganesan & K. V. Mahadevan (35 films together), Sivaji Ganesan & Saroja Devi (14 films together), Saroja Devi & K. V. Mahadevan (14 films together), K. V. Mahadevan & A. P. Nagarajan (14 films together), Sivaji Ganesan & A. P. Nagarajan (12 films together), and Sivaji Ganesan & Prameela Devika (10 films together).