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Punar Jenmam(1961)

7.5/10
Tamil148 mins

Punar Jenmam (1961) is a 148-minute Tamil film directed by R. S. Mani. Starring Sivaji Ganesan, Padmini and Rahini. With an audience rating of 7.5/10, Punar Jenmam stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1961.

Director:R. S. Mani
Mood:
emotionaldarkuplifting
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
20 January 1961
Director
R. S. Mani
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 28m
GudVibe Rating
7.5/10

Storyline

Punar Janmam is a 1961 Indian Tamil-language film, directed by R. S. Mani. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, Padmini, Ragini and P. Kannamba in lead roles.

A life reborn, a love reclaimed.

Film Details

7.5Rating
148Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date20 January 1961
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsPunar Jenmam

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
lovefamilyidentityjustice
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence2
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • This was the only Tamil film directed by R.S. Mani, who was primarily a successful producer.
  • The film's story is based on a popular radio play that had already captivated audiences.
  • It was the first Tamil film to feature the popular actress Ragini alongside Sivaji Ganesan and Padmini.
  • The title 'Punar Janmam' refers to the concept of reincarnation, a central theme in the plot.
  • Composer T. Chalapathi Rao, known for his work in Telugu cinema, provided the music for this Tamil production.
  • The film was produced under the Vijaya Films banner, which was co-owned by actor Sivaji Ganesan himself.
  • Despite its star cast, the film did not achieve major commercial success upon its initial release.

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