Vikramaadhithan(1962)
Vikramaadhithan is a 1962 Indian Tamil-language action drama film directed by T. R. Raghunath and N. S. Ramadas. The film stars M. G. Ramachandran, Padmini, and Sriranjini in lead roles. It follows King Vikramaadhithan of Ujjain, who kills a saint to protect an innocent girl, triggering a revenge plot from the saint's brothers. The king later marries Princess Rathinamaalai and must rescue her and another princess from enemy kingdoms. The film was in production from 1957 and released on 27 October 1962. One fight sequence was filmed over three days at Vauhini Studios.
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- Theatrical Release
- 27 October 1962
- Director
- T. R. Raghunath
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 42m 0
Storyline
King Vikramaadhithan kills a saint to save an innocent girl. The saint's brothers seek revenge by kidnapping princesses and attacking his kingdom. The king must fight to rescue his wife and another princess while facing powerful enemies.
“A king's courage against revenge”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Vikramaadhithan
Cast reunions in this film: M. G. Ramachandran & K. A. Thangavelu (8 films together), M. G. Ramachandran & Padmini (7 films together), M. G. Ramachandran & P. S. Veerappa (7 films together), Padmini & K. A. Thangavelu (6 films together), Padmini & P. S. Veerappa (2 films together), and P. S. Veerappa & K. A. Thangavelu (2 films together).
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.