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Poomani(1996)

7.3/10
Tamil139 mins

Poomani (1996) is a 139-minute Tamil film directed by Mu. Kalanjiyam. Starring Sabitha Anand, Prakash Raj and Manivannan. With an audience rating of 7.3/10, Poomani stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1996.

Mood:
emotionalupliftingfunny
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
6 November 1996
Director
Mu. Kalanjiyam
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 19m
GudVibe Rating
7.3/10

Storyline

A man runs away on his wedding day. His brother marries the bride instead, even though she dislikes him at first. Over time, she begins to see him in a new light.

A marriage of duty becomes a bond of love.

Film Details

7.3Rating
139Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date6 November 1996
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalupliftingfunny
Themes
familyloveidentityfriendship
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor3
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's director, Mu Kalanjiyam, was also a well-known Tamil novelist and short story writer.
  • This movie was one of the few 1990s Tamil films where the hero, played by Vijayakanth, marries his brother's runaway bride.
  • Actress Roja, who played Vijaya, was a popular pairing with Vijayakanth in several action films during that era.
  • The story explores the traditional Tamil village setting and family honor, common themes in 1990s Tamil cinema.
  • The film's music was composed by Sirpy, a frequent collaborator with actor Vijayakanth in the 1990s.
  • Despite its dramatic plot, the film did not achieve major commercial success compared to other Vijayakanth films of the time.
  • The title 'Poomani' refers to the protagonist's name, which is a traditional Tamil name meaning 'flower-like' or 'precious'.

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