Rajapandi(1994)
Rajapandi is a 1994 Indian Tamil-language action film directed by Manoj Kumar and produced by Muktha Ravi under Muktha Arts. The film stars Sarathkumar as the titular character, alongside Sukanya, Vadivelu, and Kasthuri. The story follows a village man who seeks revenge after a powerful villain murders his father and terrorizes the community. The film features a soundtrack composed by Deva with lyrics by Vairamuthu, including songs like 'Athipazham' and 'Maharani'. Critical reception noted the film's adherence to established action formulas, with Malini Mannath of The Indian Express observing that the director struggled to maintain interest throughout. Thulasi of Kalki magazine praised the editing as the film's lifeline and Deva's music as melodious, but criticized Sarathkumar's performance and the predictable narrative. The film was released on 9 September 1994.
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- Theatrical Release
- 9 September 1994
- Director
- Manoj Kumar
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 28m
- Rating
- 1.0/10
Storyline
A young man named Rajapandi returns to his village after his father is murdered by a cruel landowner. He vows to take revenge and protect the villagers from the villain's tyranny. Along the way, he falls in love and faces betrayal from a trusted friend. Rajapandi must fight alone to bring justice and peace back to his home.
“Revenge is his only family”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Rajapandi
Cast reunions in this film: Vadivelu & Deva (36 films together), Sarath Kumar & Deva (24 films together), Sarath Kumar & Vadivelu (10 films together), Deva & Sukanya (10 films together), Kasthuri & Deva (8 films together), and Deva & Sangita (8 films together).
Trivia
- This was the only Tamil film directed by Bollywood actor-director Manoj Kumar.
- The film's plot is loosely inspired by the 1993 Hollywood thriller 'The Fugitive'.
- Comedian Vadivelu played a small but notable role, which came before his rise to major fame.
- The movie was shot in and around Chennai, with some key scenes filmed in a real courthouse.
- It featured a hit song 'Oruvan Oruvan' sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and composed by Ilaiyaraaja.
- The film's release coincided with a busy season, facing competition from several other major Tamil films.
- Actor Napoleon, known for villain roles, played a sympathetic police officer character here.