Who directed Harihara Puthiran?

Harihara Puthiran was directed by M. N. Balu and released in 1992. M. N. Balu is a prominent filmmaker in Tamil film industry.

Who stars in Harihara Puthiran?

Harihara Puthiran stars Ravi alongside Reka, Sankar Ganesh. The film marks a collaboration between Ravi and director M. N. Balu within Tamil cinema.

Harihara Puthiran(1992)

Tamil• mins•Updated 4 May 2026

Harihara Puthiran is a 1992 Tamil-language family drama film directed by M.N. Balu. The lead cast includes Ravi and Rekha in pivotal roles. The story follows a young man who discovers his mother has hidden the identity of his father for years. Set in a rural Tamil village, the film explores the emotional conflict between a son's need for truth and a mother's protective silence. The music was composed by the Shankar-Ganesh duo, featuring eight tracks. The film is notable for its focus on family secrets and forgiveness. It was released in theaters in 1992.

Director:M. N. Balu

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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release: 4 December 1992
Director: M. N. Balu
Language: Tamil

Storyline

A young man named Harihara grows up without knowing his father. His mother refuses to talk about him. Driven by curiosity and pain, Harihara searches for the truth. He uncovers a secret that changes his family forever.

“The truth will set you free”