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Kovil Kaalai(1993)

Tamil minstheatrical

Kovil Kaalai (1993) is a Tamil-language action drama film directed and co-produced by Gangai Amaran. The film stars Vijayakanth, Kanaka, and Sujatha in lead roles. The story follows Uppili, a man dedicated to a temple as a child, who serves as a devoted temple aide. His life becomes complicated when a woman named Arasayi marries him for revenge, and a greedy landlord plots against him. Ilaiyaraaja composed the music and also co-produced the film. The movie received mixed reviews from critics but found success in rural areas. It was released on 14 January 1993 during the Pongal festival.

Director:Gangai Amaran
Occasion:Pongal 1993
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Theatrical Release
14 January 1993
Director
Gangai Amaran
Language
Tamil
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Storyline

A man raised as a temple servant dedicates his life to helping others. A woman marries him for revenge, and a greedy landlord tries to destroy him. He must fight to clear his name and win back his place in the temple.

A temple bull fights for truth

Film Details

Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date14 January 1993
Release Typetheatrical
OccasionPongal 1993

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Cast & Crew

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Frequent partnerships reunited for Kovil Kaalai

Cast reunions in this film: Vijayakanth & Ilayaraja (50 films together), Ilayaraja & Gangai Amaran (15 films together), Ilayaraja & Kanaka (15 films together), Vijayakanth & Gangai Amaran (4 films together), and Gangai Amaran & Kanaka (3 films together).

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