Rojavanam(1999)
Rojavanam is a 1999 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Selva. The film stars Karthik, Laila, and Malavika in lead roles. The story follows Karthik, a kind-hearted villager who shelters a woman fleeing her abusive husband. Their growing bond is threatened when her past catches up with them. The film is noted for its emotional tone and strong performances. It features music composed by M.S. Viswanathan. Rojavanam was produced by Kavithalayaa Productions. The film released in 1999.
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- Theatrical Release
- 30 July 1999
- Director
- Selva
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 30m 0
Storyline
A kind villager named Karthik finds a frightened woman named Laila during a storm. She is running from her abusive husband. Karthik offers her shelter and protection. As they grow close, love blossoms between them. But her husband is hunting for her, and Karthik must make a painful choice to keep her safe.
“Love means letting go”
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Rojavanam
Cast reunions in this film: M. S. Viswanathan & Manorama (63 films together), M. N. Nambiar & M. S. Viswanathan (46 films together), M. N. Nambiar & Manorama (19 films together), Karthik & Manorama (12 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & Jai Ganesh (10 films together), and Manorama & Jai Ganesh (10 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Rojavanam' is a portmanteau of the lead characters' names, Roja and Muthu (with 'vanam' meaning forest or place).
- Director Selva, known for gritty action films, made this romantic drama early in his career before hits like 'Kadhal Konden'.
- The movie was shot partly in the scenic hill station of Kodaikanal, a popular location for Tamil romantic films of the era.
- Actress Roja, a popular dancer and actress in the 90s, played the female lead, sharing her name with the character she portrayed.
- The plot involving saving an old age home was an uncommon social theme for a mainstream romantic drama at the time.
- The film's music was composed by Deva, who was one of the most sought-after composers for romance and dance numbers in the late 90s.
- Despite the star cast, the film had a quiet release and is not widely remembered compared to other 1999 Tamil films.