Oru kuppai kathai(2018)
Oru Kuppai Kathai is a 2018 Tamil-language drama film written and directed by Kaali Rangasamy. The film stars Dinesh in his debut as a lead actor, alongside Manisha Yadav. The story follows Kumar, a garbage collector in Chennai, who marries Poongodi under false pretenses. When Poongodi discovers his true profession, their marriage falls apart. The film explores themes of class, betrayal, and sacrifice. It received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its honest storytelling but noted its slow pacing. The music was composed by Joshua Sridhar. The film was released on 25 May 2018.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube
- OTT Release Date
- 25 May 2018
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 2018
- Director
- Kali Rangasamy
- Language
- Tamil
- Rating
- 7.7/10
Storyline
Kumar is a garbage collector who dreams of finding a wife. But every woman rejects him because of his job. When he meets Poongodi, she believes he is a clerk. They marry, but the truth destroys their relationship. Can Kumar win back her love? Or will betrayal tear them apart forever?
“A story of love, lies, and garbage.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Oru kuppai kathai
Cast reunions in this film: Yogi Babu & Dinesh Master (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title translates to 'A Garbage Story' in English, reflecting its focus on sanitation workers.
- Director Kaali Rangasamy previously worked as an assistant director on several Tamil films before making his directorial debut with this movie.
- The film was shot in and around Chennai, using real locations to depict the lives of municipal workers.
- Actor Sathish, known for comic roles, played the lead role of Kumar, marking a shift toward a more dramatic character.
- The story highlights social stigma around sanitation jobs, a theme rarely explored in mainstream Tamil cinema at the time.
- The movie had a limited theatrical release and later gained attention through television and digital platforms.
- Some scenes were inspired by real-life incidents involving public perception of conservancy workers in Tamil Nadu.
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Exclusive audio launch photos of Oru Kuppai Kathai starring Manisha Yadav, Dinesh Master, Yogi Babu in the lead role.
