Nalla Manasukkaran(1997)
Nalla Manusukkaran is a 1997 Indian Tamil-language action drama film directed and co-produced by Jaya Rajanderan. The cast includes Pandiarajan, Jayarakini, S.S. Chandran, and Senthil. The story follows a poor farmer who adopts an abandoned baby and struggles against a cruel landlord to protect his family and village. The film was produced by Annai Sree Baalaambikai Creations and features a runtime of 128 minutes. It was released on January 14, 1997, in India.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 14 January 1997
- Director
- Jayarajendran
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 8m
- Rating
- 3.3/10
Storyline
A poor farmer named Pandiarajan finds an abandoned baby and raises her as his own. He dreams of a better life for his daughter but faces constant oppression from a wealthy landlord. When the landlord tries to force the woman he loves into marriage, Pandiarajan must find the courage to fight back and save everything he holds dear.
“A good heart never loses.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Nalla Manasukkaran
Cast reunions in this film: Pandiarajan & Deva (11 films together).
Trivia
- The film was directed by Jaya Rajanderan, who was also a producer, making it a notable female-led production in 90s Tamil cinema.
- Actor Pandiarajan, known for his comedy roles, played the lead, but the film is not among his most commercially successful works.
- The title 'Nalla Manusukkaran' translates to 'Good People', setting up a comedic premise about characters trying to prove their goodness.
- It featured comedian Senthil in a supporting role, continuing his frequent on-screen partnership with Pandiarajan from many earlier hits.
- The film's release year, 1997, saw heavy competition from major star vehicles, which likely affected its box office visibility.
- Producer P. K. Sadevivam was primarily known for financing stage dramas, making this film venture into cinema a less common move.