Chidambarathil Oru Appasamy(2005)
Chidambarathil Oru Appasamy is a 2005 Tamil drama film directed by Thangar Bachan. The film stars Thangar Bachan as Elangovan and Navya Nair as Thenmozhi. It is a remake of the Malayalam film Chathikkatha Chanthu, written by Sreenivasan. The story follows a school teacher in the temple town of Chidambaram who constantly starts new businesses that fail. He struggles with drinking, gambling, and a lack of focus. His love for Thenmozhi motivates him to change his ways. The film is noted for its warm portrayal of small-town life and its moral about specialization. It received positive reviews for its performances and relatable story.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 24 August 2005
- Director
- Thangar Bachan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
Elangovan is a school teacher who cannot stop starting new businesses. Every venture fails, leaving him in debt and trouble. He falls in love with Thenmozhi, but her father wants a stable man. Elangovan must choose between chasing get-rich schemes or becoming a responsible person.
“One man, many failures, one true love.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Chidambarathil Oru Appasamy
Cast reunions in this film: R. Sundarrajan & Ilayaraja (16 films together), Thangar Bachan & Ilayaraja (3 films together), Thangar Bachan & Pyramid Natarajan (3 films together), and Ilayaraja & Pyramid Natarajan (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title is a reference to the temple town of Chidambaram, where the story is set, highlighting the protagonist's local roots.
- Director Thangar Bachan also wrote the screenplay and lyrics, and composed the film's music, showcasing his multi-faceted role.
- Actor Livingston, known for comic roles, played the lead, marking a shift from his usual supporting characters.
- The movie was shot extensively in real locations around Chidambaram to capture the authentic small-town atmosphere.
- It was released with minimal promotion and had a modest box office run, but later gained appreciation for its realistic portrayal.
- The story subtly critiques societal pressures on men to succeed, using the protagonist's failed ventures as examples.
- A subplot involves the protagonist's attempt to join a mutt (monastic order), reflecting local religious institutions in Tamil Nadu.