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Chembaruthi(1992)

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Tamil146 mins

Chembaruthi (1992) is a 146-minute Tamil film directed by R. K. Selvamani. Starring Roja Selvamani, Bhanumathi and Prashanth.

Mood:
emotionaldarkuplifting
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
17 April 1992
Director
R. K. Selvamani
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 26m
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Storyline

A wealthy young man named Raja falls for a maid named Chembaruthi, who works in his grandmother's home. His family strongly opposes their relationship because they come from different social classes.

Love defies the walls of a mansion.

Film Details

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146Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date17 April 1992
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

Violence
Moderate
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
lovefamilycorruptionjustice
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencemass
Best Withfamily
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • The film's title 'Chembaruthi' refers to a red hibiscus flower, symbolising the heroine's beauty and fiery spirit.
  • This was one of the few films where actor Karthik played a dual role, portraying both the hero Raja and his lookalike.
  • Director R.K. Selvamani was known for social themes, and this film followed his earlier hit 'Cheran Pandian'.
  • The movie featured a popular duet, 'Ennai Thottu', sung by S.P. Balasubrahmanyam and K.S. Chithra.
  • Actress Sukanya, who played Chembaruthi, was primarily a Malayalam star; this was a notable Tamil role for her.
  • The film's conflict revolves around the 'Gounder' community's emphasis on caste and status, a common Selvamani theme.
  • Despite its dramatic plot, the film underperformed commercially compared to the director's other works of the era.

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