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Aadi Perukku(1962)

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Tamil128 mins

Aadi Perukku (1962) is a 128-minute Tamil film directed by K. Shankar. Starring G K Pillai, Thambu and P. D. Sambandam.

Director:K. Shankar
Mood:
emotionalupliftinginspiring
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
31 December 1962
Director
K. Shankar
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 8m
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Storyline

A rich man's son named Raja grows up in an orphanage after his father loses everything to a man called Jambu. As an adult, he becomes a well-known poet in the city with support from Jambu's own family, not knowing they are connected to his past.

A poet's rise hides a secret past.

Film Details

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128Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date31 December 1962
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsAadipperukku · Aadi Perukku

Parental Guide

Violence
Mild
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalupliftinginspiring
Themes
familylovejusticeidentity
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • This was the first Tamil film to be shot in the picturesque hill station of Kodaikanal.
  • The film's music director, K. V. Mahadevan, reused a popular tune from his earlier Telugu hit 'Appu Chesi Pappu Koodu'.
  • It was one of the earliest films for actor Muthuraman, who later became a major star in the 1960s and 70s.
  • The movie's title translates to 'From That Day', hinting at the pivotal past event that drives the plot.
  • Director K. Shankar was better known for his work in Hindi cinema, making this a notable Tamil entry in his filmography.
  • The film features a rare early screen appearance of comedian Nagesh in a small role before his rise to fame.

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