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Mannadhi Mannan(1960)

Tamil178 minstheatrical

Mannadhi Mannan is a 1960 Indian Tamil-language historical action film directed and produced by M. Natesan. The film stars M. G. Ramachandran, Padmini, and Anjali Devi in lead roles. The story is set during the ancient three-dynastic rule of South India, around the time of the Roman Empire. It follows Chera prince Manivannan who falls in love with Chola princess Chitra, the daughter of Emperor Karikala Chozhan. The film features sword fights, royal intrigue, and a love story across enemy lines. Written by poet Kannadasan with music by Viswanathan–Ramamoorthy, the film was a commercial success. It was released on October 19, 1960, in India.

Director:M. Natesan

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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Sun NXT, YouTube, Plex
Theatrical Release
19 October 1960
Director
M. Natesan
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 58m
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Storyline

Chera prince Manivannan disguises himself as a commoner to understand his people. He falls in love with Chitra, the daughter of his enemy, Chola emperor Karikala Chozhan. An evil minister plots to start a war between the kingdoms. Manivannan must fight for his love and his kingdom against betrayal and battle.

Love across enemy lines

Film Details

178Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date19 October 1960
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

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Cast & Crew

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Frequent partnerships reunited for Mannadhi Mannan

Cast reunions in this film: Viswanathan Ramamoorthy & M. G. Ramachandran (11 films together), M. G. Ramachandran & Padmini (7 films together), M. G. Ramachandran & P. S. Veerappa (7 films together), M. G. Ramachandran & M. G. Chakrapani (4 films together), Viswanathan Ramamoorthy & Padmini (3 films together), and Viswanathan Ramamoorthy & P. S. Veerappa (2 films together).

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