Enga Muthalali(1993)
Enga Muthalali (transl. Our Boss) is a 1993 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by Liaquat Ali Khan and written by Panchu Arunachalam. The film stars Vijayakanth and Kasthuri in lead roles, with Radha Ravi, Raja, and Napoleon in supporting roles. The story follows Vijayaragunatha, a compassionate landlord who opposes caste divisions and stands for truth. After witnessing his cousin commit murder, he refuses to lie in court, triggering a family feud. His uncle Narayana seeks revenge by manipulating Vijayaragunatha's younger brother Balu against him. The film explores themes of betrayal, love, and family unity. Ilaiyaraaja composed the music. The Indian Express praised the film's neat treatment and different subject. The film was released on 13 November 1993.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 13 November 1993
- Director
- Liyakat Ali Khan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Rating
- 2.5/10
Storyline
A kind landlord named Vijayaragunatha witnesses his cousin murder a farmer. He tells the truth in court, and his cousin goes to prison. His uncle swears revenge and uses lies to turn Vijayaragunatha's younger brother against him. The brother betrays him, and the family falls apart. Vijayaragunatha must fight to save his family and prove his innocence.
“Truth will always win”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Enga Muthalali
Cast reunions in this film: Vijayakanth & Ilayaraja (50 films together), Venniradai Moorthy & Ilayaraja (42 films together), Ilayaraja & Radha Ravi (37 films together), Vijayakanth & Radha Ravi (18 films together), Vivek & Ilayaraja (16 films together), and Ilayaraja & Napoleon (14 films together).
Trivia
- This was the only Tamil film directed by Liaquat Ali Khan, who was better known as a producer.
- The film's title 'Enga Muthalali' translates to 'Our Boss', highlighting the village's view of Vijayakanth's character.
- Actress Kasthuri, who played the female lead, was a major star in the 1990s but this film is not among her most remembered works.
- Composer Ilaiyaraaja's soundtrack for the film included a hit song 'Kadhal Enbadhu', sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and K. S. Chithra.
- The film's plot of a village election clash mirrored real-life political themes common in Vijayakanth's movies of that era.
- Actor Vivek, who played 'Bambaram' Pandu, was early in his career and this role was before he became famous as a comedy star.
- The movie released during a period when Vijayakanth was often cast as a righteous village hero fighting corruption.