Magizhchi(2010)
Magizhchi (transl. Happiness) is a 2010 Indian Tamil-language family drama film directed by V. Gowthaman. The cast includes Gowthaman, Anjali, Karthika, Seeman, and Prakash Raj. The story follows Thiravi, a farmer who fights to restore his sister's broken marriage after her husband sends her away. The film is based on Neela Padmanabhan's novel Thalaimuraigal and is set in a rural Tamil village in 1989. Critics praised the film for its honest storytelling and strong performances, though some noted it lacked mass appeal. The soundtrack was composed by Vidyasagar. The film was released on 19 November 2010.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 19 November 2010
- Director
- V. Gowthaman
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 18m
- Rating
- 7.5/10
Storyline
Thiravi is a loving brother who wants nothing but happiness for his sister Nagammai. When her husband sends her back home, Thiravi must uncover the truth behind the rejection. He faces a stubborn family, village gossip, and his own love life while trying to bring his sister back to her married home.
“Happiness is worth fighting for.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Magizhchi
Cast reunions in this film: Ganja Karuppu & Prakash Raj (6 films together), Sampath Raj & Prakash Raj (5 films together), Prakash Raj & Anjali (4 films together), Ganja Karuppu & Sampath Raj (3 films together), Ganja Karuppu & Anjali (2 films together), and Sampath Raj & Anjali (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Magizhchi' means 'happiness' in Tamil, reflecting the brother's goal for his sister.
- Director Gauthaman also worked as an assistant director for the popular film 'Boys' before making his debut.
- The movie was shot in real locations in Chennai to give it a more authentic, everyday feel.
- Actress Saranya Mohan, who played the sister, was praised for her natural performance in emotional scenes.
- The film's music was composed by debutant Sathish Selvam, who was relatively unknown at the time.
- It had a limited theatrical release and gained more attention through television broadcasts later.
- The story focuses on family conflicts, a common theme in Tamil cinema, but with a brother-sister angle.