Pudhu Manithan(1991)
Pudhu Manithan is a 1991 Indian Tamil-language action-drama film directed by Manivannan. The lead cast includes Sathyaraj, Bhanupriya, and Sarathkumar. The story follows Kabali, a fisherman and slum rowdy with a moral core, who falls for Suganthi, a chorus singer. Their romance is disrupted by Sundar, a wealthy womanizer who manipulates Suganthi into a marriage. The film contrasts poverty and wealth, and explores themes of sacrifice and justice. It was a commercial success at the box office and earned Deva the Cinema Express Award for Best Music Director. The film was released on 22 March 1991.
Quick Facts
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- Theatrical Release
- 22 March 1991
- Director
- Manivannan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Rating
- 6.8/10
Storyline
Kabali is a fisherman and local rowdy who only fights for justice. He falls in love with Suganthi, a chorus singer. But Suganthi agrees to marry Sundar, a rich womanizer who hides his evil nature. Kabali must decide whether to reveal the truth and risk hurting Suganthi, or sacrifice his love to protect her happiness.
“A rowdy with a heart of gold.”
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Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Pudhu Manithan
Cast reunions in this film: Manivannan & Deva (53 films together), Goundamani & Manorama (40 films together), Goundamani & Deva (33 films together), Sathyaraj & Goundamani (31 films together), Sathyaraj & Manivannan (29 films together), and Sathyaraj & Deva (28 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Pudhu Manidhan' translates to 'New Human', reflecting the lead character's transformation.
- Director Manivannan also wrote the story, drawing from his frequent focus on social class conflicts.
- The movie was released the same year as another major Manivannan-directed hit, 'Chinna Thambi'.
- Actor Sathyaraj, who plays Kabali, was known for his rugged roles but this film blended romance with his tough image.
- The film's music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, continuing his long collaboration with Manivannan.
- It features a cameo by comedian Goundamani, a popular pairing with Senthil, though not in a major role.
- The coastal setting for the fisherman scenes was likely filmed in Tamil Nadu's real fishing villages for authenticity.