Chinna Jameen(1993)
Chinna Jameen (1993) is a Tamil-language masala film directed by Raj Kapoor. The film stars Karthik as Rasaiya and Sukanya as Sathya, with Vineetha making her acting debut as Jothi. The story follows a timid young landlord who is tormented by his cruel uncle for his property. After his lover is murdered, he is transformed into a strong man by her sister seeking revenge. The film features a soundtrack composed by Ilaiyaraaja with lyrics by Vaali. It was released on Diwali day, 13 November 1993, and received mixed reviews from critics.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 13 November 1993
- Director
- Raj Kapoor
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- Rating
- 4.2/10
Storyline
Rasaiya is the legal heir to a grand palace, but his cruel uncle Rathnavel controls everything and tortures him daily. After his love Jothi is murdered, a new village officer named Sathya arrives. She trains Rasaiya to be strong, but she has a secret mission of her own.
“From coward to conqueror.”
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Chinna Jameen
Cast reunions in this film: Senthil & Goundamani (80 films together), Goundamani & Ilayaraja (75 films together), Senthil & Ilayaraja (72 films together), Karthik & Ilayaraja (45 films together), Senthil & Karthik (18 films together), and Ilayaraja & Ganthimathi (17 films together).
Trivia
- The film's director Raj Kapoor is not the famous Bollywood legend, but a different Tamil filmmaker with the same name.
- This was one of the few 1990s Tamil films where actor Prabhu played a character who starts as a coward and transforms into a hero.
- The movie was released during a period when Prabhu and director Raj Kapoor collaborated on multiple films, like 'Suriyan' and 'Chinna Gounder'.
- The title 'Chinna Jameen' translates to 'Small Land', metaphorically referring to the protagonist's initially limited courage and standing.
- The film's soundtrack by Ilaiyaraaja was moderately successful, with the song 'Oruvan Oruvan' gaining some popularity.
- Actor Nizhalgal Ravi, known for villain roles, played the controlling uncle Ratnavelu, creating a contrast with Prabhu's gentle character.
- The plot shares similarities with classic tales of a meek man's transformation, a recurring theme in late 80s and early 90s Tamil cinema.