
Vikramaadhithan(1962)
Tamil162 mins
Vikramaadhithan (1962) is a 162-minute Tamil film directed by N. S. Ramadas. Starring M. G. Ramachandran, Padmini and Sriranjani.
Director:N. S. Ramadas
Mood:
emotionalinspiringdark
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 27 October 1962
- Director
- N. S. Ramadas
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 42m 0
Storyline
Vikramaadhithan is a Tamil language film starring M. G. Ramachandran, Padmini and Sriranjini in the lead roles. The film was released in the 1962. The film only ran for 70 days and flopped at box-office.
“A king's legend brought to life.”
Film Details
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162Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date27 October 1962
Release Typetheatrical
Parental Guide
Violence
Mild
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionalinspiringdark
Themes
justicecorruptionidentityfamily
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withfamily
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3
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Trivia
- The film was based on the life of the 8th-century Pallava king Vikramaadithan, but it took creative liberties for dramatic effect.
- It was one of the few Tamil historical films of the era to be shot in black-and-white Cinemascope, a widescreen format.
- Actor M. R. Radha played a key role, continuing his successful collaboration with director M. S. Ramadass from earlier films.
- The movie's release coincided with a period of renewed interest in Tamil history and classical literature.
- A notable musical sequence featured dancers performing the 'Kuravanji' folk art form, blending history with cultural showcase.
- The film faced competition at the box office from several contemporary social dramas, which were more popular at the time.
- Director M. S. Ramadass was primarily known for mythological films, making this historical project a slight shift in focus.



