Murai Mappillai(1995)
Murai Mappillai is a 1995 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed and co-written by Sundar C. The film stars Arun Vijay (credited as Arunkumar) and Kirthika in lead roles, with Rajashree, Manivannan, and K. Prabakaran in supporting parts. The story follows two village bigwigs who want their children to marry, but the children hate each other, while a dancer arrives seeking revenge for a past crime. The film marked the debut of Arun Vijay, son of actor Vijayakumar, and was produced by K. Prabakaran. Swararaj composed the music, with lyrics by Vaali and Bharati Puthran. The film was released on December 15, 1995, and received positive reviews for Arun Vijay's performance.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 15 December 1995
- Director
- Sundar C.
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Rating
- 2.6/10
Storyline
Raja and Indhu are college classmates who hate each other. Their fathers are best friends who want them to marry. A mysterious dancer named Sorna arrives in their village. She has a secret plan to destroy the two families. Raja and Indhu must navigate their growing love while their fathers become enemies.
“Love blooms where hatred once lived”
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Murai Mappillai
Cast reunions in this film: Senthil & Goundamani (80 films together), Manivannan & Senthil (28 films together), Manivannan & Goundamani (17 films together), Senthil & Pandu (15 films together), Sundar C. & U.K. Senthil Kumar (14 films together), and Manivannan & Pandu (13 films together).
Trivia
- This was the first Tamil film for actor Arun Vijay, who made his debut as a lead actor.
- The movie's title 'Murai Mappillai' translates to 'Rightful Son-in-Law,' hinting at the arranged marriage plot.
- Director Sundar C, known for comedies, also played a small supporting role in the film.
- Actress Kirthika, playing the female lead, was a popular child actress in the 1980s before this adult role.
- The film's soundtrack by Sirpy includes a song filmed at the then-newly popular Malaysia location.
- A subplot involving a vengeful dancer was a common trope in mid-90s Tamil cinema for adding drama.
- The comedy scenes heavily relied on the veteran actors Manivannan and K. Prabakaran's chemistry.