Dhanam(2008)
Dhanam is a 2008 Tamil-language drama film written and directed by G. Shiva. The film stars Sangeetha in the title role and Prem as Ananth. Kota Srinivasa Rao, Ashish Vidyarthi, Manobala, Karunas, and Girish Karnad appear in supporting roles. The story follows Dhanam, a prostitute in Hyderabad, who marries a Brahmin student but faces betrayal from his family. After her baby is murdered by her in-laws, she takes revenge by poisoning them. The film is notable for its bold subject matter and Sangeetha's acclaimed performance. Ilaiyaraaja composed the score and soundtrack. The film was launched at Prasad Sound Studios on 1 December 2006.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 5 September 2008
- Director
- Siva
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 34m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
A young Brahmin student falls in love with a prostitute and marries her against his family's wishes. But a manipulative priest schemes to destroy their happiness. When her baby is murdered, the woman must decide between forgiveness and revenge.
“A mother's love can kill.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Dhanam
Cast reunions in this film: Prakash Raj & Kota Srinivasa Rao (24 films together), Prakash Raj & Manobala (14 films together), Prakash Raj & Ilayaraja (14 films together), Manobala & Ilavarasu (13 films together), Manobala & Ilayaraja (12 films together), and Karunas & Manobala (9 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Dhanam Paavada' but was shortened to just 'Dhanam' for release.
- Actress Sridevi Vijaykumar, who played Dhanam, was a former Miss Chennai and this was one of her few leading roles.
- Director G. Siva is known for films with social themes, and this was his only major film released in 2008.
- The movie's plot draws loose inspiration from the classic tale of a man trying to marry a courtesan, a recurring theme in Indian folklore.
- Despite its dramatic story, the film had a very limited theatrical run and is not widely available on streaming platforms today.
- The soundtrack was composed by Srikanth Deva, who used a mix of traditional and contemporary music for the film's songs.
- A key subplot involves an astrologer, reflecting a common trope of using astrology to drive conflict in Tamil family dramas of that era.