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Pistha(1997)

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Tamil174 mins

Pistha (1997) is a 174-minute Tamil film directed by K. S. Ravikumar. Starring Mouli, Nagma and Karthik Muthuraman.

Mood:
funnyemotionaluplifting
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
9 May 1997
Director
K. S. Ravikumar
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 54m
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Storyline

A wealthy but arrogant woman marries a man to claim her inheritance. Her life takes a turn when she discovers her new husband is a former convict.

A marriage of convenience hides a dangerous past.

Film Details

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174Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date9 May 1997
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsFarishtey · Pista

Parental Guide

Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low

Vibe & Tags

Mood
funnyemotionaluplifting
Themes
lovefamilyidentityjustice
Toneserious
Pacingepisodic
Complexitylight
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor4
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • The film's title 'Pistha' is a Tamil slang word for a naive or gullible person, which reflects the character played by Karthik.
  • This was one of the few films where actor Karthik and director K.S. Ravikumar collaborated, as Ravikumar usually worked more frequently with other leading stars.
  • Actress Roja, who played Vennila, was a popular heroine in Telugu cinema and this film was part of her successful run in Tamil films during the mid-90s.
  • The comedy track featuring Vadivelu and 'Charlie' Chaplin was noted for its timing and became a highlight for audiences.
  • The film's soundtrack by Deva was a commercial success, with the song 'Kadhal Vanthu' remaining popular for its melody.
  • A subplot involving the grandfather's will and property conditions was a common trope in 90s Tamil cinema used to drive the story.
  • The movie's climax, set in a village, was shot in typical rural Tamil Nadu locations common for films of that era.

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