Samudhiram(2001)
Samudhiram is a 2001 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by K. S. Ravikumar and co-written by Erode Soundar. The film features an ensemble cast including Sarathkumar, Murali, Manoj Bharathiraja, Kaveri, Abhirami, Sindhu Menon, and Monal. The story follows three devoted brothers who sacrifice everything for their sister's happiness, only to rescue her from an abusive marriage. The film explores themes of family loyalty, sacrifice, and standing against domestic abuse. It was a commercial success and was remade in Telugu as Siva Rama Raju, in Bengali as Kartabya, and in Kannada as Paramashiva. The music was composed by debutants Sabesh–Murali. The film released on 31 August 2001.
Quick Facts
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- Theatrical Release
- 31 August 2001
- Director
- K. S. Ravikumar
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 43m 0
Storyline
Three brothers love their sister more than anything. When a rich family proposes marriage, they give up all their wealth as dowry. But the groom is cruel and tortures their sister. The brothers must fight to bring her back home and protect her from a life of abuse.
“Love deeper than the ocean”
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Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Samudhiram
Cast reunions in this film: Sarath Kumar & Senthil (15 films together), Sarath Kumar & K. S. Ravikumar (10 films together), Senthil & Murali (9 films together), Senthil & K. S. Ravikumar (8 films together), K. S. Ravikumar & Crane Manohar (6 films together), and Sarath Kumar & Crane Manohar (5 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Samuthiram' means 'ocean' in Tamil, symbolizing the vastness of the family's bond and struggles.
- This was one of the few films where actor Napoleon played a negative role as the rich villain, contrasting his usual heroic image.
- Director K.S. Ravikumar and actor Napoleon had previously collaborated on the hit film 'Suryavamsam' (1997).
- The movie's soundtrack was composed by Deva, who was known for his folk and mass appeal music in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
- Actress Roja, who played the sister Rasamani, was a popular lead actress but took on a more victimized character role here.
- The film was shot extensively in rural Tamil Nadu settings to emphasize the village backdrop and family conflicts.
- Despite a star cast, the film had a moderate box office run and is less remembered among K.S. Ravikumar's directorial works.