Parijatham(2006)
Parijatham is a 2006 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy film directed by K. Bhagyaraj. The film stars Prithviraj Sukumaran and Saranya Bhagyaraj in lead roles, with Prakash Raj, Seetha, and Bhagyaraj himself in supporting parts. The story follows Surendhar, who vows to marry the girl his deceased mother secretly chose for him, while the girl herself, a poor maid named Sumathi, hides her identity. The narrative employs a story-within-a-story device, using Sumathi's novel as a clue. The film was released on June 15, 2006, to positive critical reviews and emerged as a commercial success at the box office. Its soundtrack, composed by Dharan, became a chartbuster, with the song 'Unnai Kandaene' ranking among the year's top ten.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 9 June 2006
- Director
- K. Bhagyaraj
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Rating
- 6.7/10
Storyline
After his mother dies in an accident, Surendhar makes a promise to find and marry the mystery girl she chose for him. He moves into her house and meets Sumathi, a poor maid who is secretly the girl his mother picked. But Sumathi hides her identity out of shame, while Surendhar's father pressures him to marry a rich woman. Can love and a mother's wish overcome class and pride?
“A mother's wish can never die”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Parijatham
Cast reunions in this film: Prakash Raj & Suhasini Maniratnam (6 films together), Prakash Raj & Roja Selvamani (5 films together), Suhasini Maniratnam & Sarath Babu (5 films together), Prakash Raj & Seetha (4 films together), Prakash Raj & Sarath Babu (4 films together), and K. Bhagyaraj & Dharan Kumar (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Parijatham' refers to a fragrant night-blooming flower, symbolizing the elusive bride.
- Director K. Bhagyaraj also wrote the screenplay, drawing from his signature style of blending family drama with comedy.
- Actor Prasanna, who played the lead, was praised for his performance in a role that required both emotional depth and lighthearted moments.
- The movie includes a cameo by veteran actor Nagesh, known for his comic timing, in a brief but memorable scene.
- It was shot primarily in Chennai and rural Tamil Nadu, showcasing traditional wedding customs and settings.
- The film's soundtrack was composed by Vidyasagar, featuring a popular song 'Kannum Kannum' that became a hit.
- Despite mixed reviews, the film performed moderately at the box office, appealing to family audiences.