Who directed Paasamalargal?

Paasamalargal was directed by Suresh Chandra Menon and released in 1994. Suresh Chandra Menon is a prominent filmmaker in Tamil film industry.

Who stars in Paasamalargal?

Paasamalargal stars Raghuvaran alongside Revathi, Ajith Kumar, Srividya, Arvind Swamy, Vikram. The film marks a collaboration between Raghuvaran and director Suresh Chandra Menon within Tamil cinema.

Is Paasamalargal worth watching?

Paasamalargal holds a rating of 4.7/10.

Who composed the music for Paasamalargal?

The music for Paasamalargal was composed by V. S. Narasimhan. V. S. Narasimhan is a well-known name in Tamil film music, and the soundtrack contributes significantly to the film's identity.

Is Paasamalargal suitable for family viewing?

Yes — Paasamalargal holds a U certificate from the CBFC, meaning it is cleared for all ages including children.

Paasamalargal(1994)

4.7/10

Tamil•124 mins•theatrical•Updated 8 May 2026

Paasamalargal (transl. Flowers of Love) is a 1994 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed and produced by Suresh Chandra Menon. The film stars Arvind Swamy as Sakthi and Revathi as Asha. The story follows a wealthy businessman who adopts six orphan girls to gain public approval, only to discover genuine love and family. The film features a supporting cast including M. N. Nambiar, Srividya, Chinni Jayanth, and a brief appearance by Ajith Kumar. Music was composed by V. S. Narasimhan with lyrics by Vairamuthu. The film received positive reviews for its emotional narrative and was noted as a wholesome family entertainer. It was released on 4 February 1994.

Director:Suresh Chandra Menon

Mood:

emotionaldarkuplifting

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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release: 4 February 1994
Director: Suresh Chandra Menon
Language: Tamil
Runtime: 2h 4m
Rating: 4.7/10

Storyline

A lonely businessman adopts six orphan girls to improve his reputation. He struggles to connect with them until a kind woman from the orphanage helps him learn what it means to be a father. As love grows, he must choose between his old selfish ways and a new family.

“Flowers of love bloom in unexpected places”

Film Details

4.7Rating

124Minutes

TamilLanguage

UCertificate

Release Date4 February 1994

Release Typetheatrical

Original Titleபாச மலர்கள்

Parental Guide

Violence

Low

Language

Low

Sex / Nudity

Mild

Drugs

Mild

Intensity

Low

Vibe & Tags

Mood

emotionaldarkuplifting

Themes

familylovesurvivalidentity

Toneserious

Pacingslow-burn

Complexitymoderate

Audiencefamily

Best Withfamily

Violence2

Emotion5

Humor2

Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

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Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Paasamalargal

Cast reunions in this film: Raghuvaran & Srividya (6 films together), Revathi & Srividya (5 films together), M. N. Nambiar & Srividya (5 films together), Ajith Kumar & Raghuvaran (4 films together), Raghuvaran & M. N. Nambiar (4 films together), and Ajith Kumar & Srividya (3 films together).

Trivia

The film's title 'Paasamalargal' translates to 'Flowers of Affection', reflecting its themes of love and family.
This was the only Tamil film directed by Suresh Chandra Menon, who was primarily a Malayali actor and director.
The movie features a rare romantic storyline where the male lead is much older than the female protagonist.
It was shot extensively in Ooty, using the hill station's scenic beauty to enhance the film's emotional tone.
The soundtrack by composer Vidyasagar became popular, with the song 'Kannukkul Nooruvanda' being a notable hit.
Actress Roja played a key role, appearing in one of her early Tamil films after her debut in Telugu cinema.
The plot involving the adoption of multiple girls was an unusual central theme for a mainstream Tamil romance in the 1990s.