Raasukutti(1992)
Raasukutti is a 1992 Indian Tamil-language comedy-drama film written and directed by K. Bhagyaraj. The film stars Bhagyaraj in the lead role alongside Aishwariyaa Bhaskaran, Junior Balaiya, and Aachi Manorama. The story follows a spoiled, idle rich young man who falls in love with a principled woman and must transform himself to win her respect. Set in a rural Tamil village, the film explores themes of personal growth, the value of hard work, and the emptiness of inherited wealth. The film received positive reviews for its honest storytelling, relatable characters, and Bhagyaraj's dual role as director and lead actor. It was produced by Meena Panchu Arunachalam and released on October 25, 1992.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- aha, Airtel Xstream, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 25 October 1992
- Director
- K. Bhagyaraj
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 29m
- Rating
- 4.6/10
Storyline
A lazy rich brat named Raasukutti has never worked a day in his life. When he falls in love with a strong, respected woman named Aishwarya, she rejects him because he has no values. To win her heart, he must completely change his lazy ways and prove he can be a hardworking, honest man.
“Love made him work for the first time”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Raasukutti
Cast reunions in this film: Ilayaraja & Manorama (60 films together), K. Bhagyaraj & Ilayaraja (16 films together), Aishwarya & Ilayaraja (4 films together), Manorama & Kalyan Kumar (4 films together), K. Bhagyaraj & Manorama (3 films together), and Ilayaraja & Mounika (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Rasukutti' is a Tamil term of endearment meaning 'darling' or 'sweetheart', reflecting the protagonist's pampered upbringing.
- Director K. Bhagyaraj, known for his comedies, also wrote the screenplay, blending his signature humour with a social message about personal reform.
- Actress Ranjitha, who played Aishwarya, was a popular leading lady in the early 1990s, often cast in roles opposite established comedy stars.
- The movie released during a period when Tamil cinema frequently featured stories about transforming lazy, wealthy young men into responsible individuals.
- A subplot involves Rasukutti trying to educate himself, a common theme in Bhagyaraj's films which often highlighted the value of knowledge and self-improvement.
- The soundtrack was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, one of Tamil cinema's most prolific music directors, contributing several popular songs to the film.