En Aasai Rasave(1998)
En Aasai Rasave is a 1998 Indian Tamil-language dance drama film directed and written by Kasthuri Raja. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan as Valayapathi, a revered karakattam dancer, alongside Murali, Radhika, Roja, and Suvalakshmi. The story follows Valayapathi and his son Muthumani, both karakattam artists, whose lives are disrupted by the arrival of a mysterious dancer named Nagajyoti. The narrative explores family separation, hidden identities, and the healing power of traditional folk dance. The film features a folk-infused soundtrack composed by Deva, with lyrics by the director. Malaysia Vasudevan won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer for his work in this film. En Aasai Rasave was released on 28 August 1998.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 28 August 1998
- Director
- Kasthuri Raja
- Language
- Tamil
- Rating
- 5.1/10
Storyline
A master karakattam dancer raises his son alone after his wife leaves due to a misunderstanding. Years later, a confident female dancer challenges them to a competition. She slowly enters their lives, but her real purpose is to reunite the broken family. Love, secrets, and dance collide.
“Dance heals what pride breaks.”
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Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for En Aasai Rasave
Cast reunions in this film: Manivannan & Deva (53 films together), Senthil & Deva (39 films together), Deva & Vijayakumar (29 films together), Manivannan & Senthil (28 films together), Senthil & Delhi Ganesh (22 films together), and Senthil & Vijayakumar (22 films together).
