Simmarasi(1998)
Simmarasi is a 1998 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed and written by Erode Soundar. The film stars Sarathkumar and Khushbu in lead roles, with Kanaka, Manorama, Anandaraj, and Vineeth in supporting parts. The story follows Manickavasagam, an outsider who intervenes in a caste-based conflict in a village and stays to help the community, drawing the wrath of a wealthy, caste-obsessed villain named Marudhanayagam. The film explores themes of caste violence, family loyalty, and individual courage. Sarathkumar won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actor for his performance. The film was released on 19 October 1998 during Diwali and was a commercial success.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, Airtel Xstream Play, YouTube, Plex
- Theatrical Release
- 19 October 1998
- Director
- Erode Soundar
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 42m 0
Storyline
A man named Manickavasagam stops a violent caste fight in a village and is asked by the locals to stay and help resolve their conflicts. His presence threatens Marudhanayagam, a wealthy and ruthless man who has killed his own brother for marrying outside his caste. As tensions rise, Manickavasagam must protect his family and fight to bring peace to a village trapped by hatred.
“One man against a village of hate”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Simmarasi
Cast reunions in this film: Manivannan & Thalaivasal Vijay (16 films together), Manivannan & Anandaraj (15 films together), Kushboo & Manorama (15 films together), Ponnambalam & Manorama (13 films together), Anandaraj & Manorama (12 films together), and Sarath Kumar & Anandaraj (11 films together).
