Enga Ooru Sippoy(1991)
Enga Ooru Sippai is a 1991 Indian Tamil-language action drama film directed by K. Manimurugan and written by Sangili Murugan. The film stars Arjun Sarja, Sree Bhanu, and M. N. Nambiar in pivotal roles. The story follows Rasaiyya, an army man who discovers that his father and sister were murdered by a wealthy landlord, prompting a personal quest for revenge. The film features a soundtrack composed by S. A. Rajkumar with lyrics by multiple poets. Released on 14 April 1991, the film received mixed reviews, with critics noting its formulaic approach to the revenge genre. The movie is available on streaming platforms like Prime Video.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 14 April 1991
- Director
- K. Manimurugan
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
Rasaiyya, a loyal army man, lives with his mother believing his father and sister died in an accident. When he learns the truth — that a cruel landlord tortured and killed them — he sets out on a violent path of revenge. The landlord's power and connections make him a nearly impossible target.
“A soldier's revenge knows no bounds”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Enga Ooru Sippoy
Cast reunions in this film: Arjun & S. A. Rajkumar (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title translates to 'Our Village Soldier', reflecting the hero's rural roots and military background.
- This was one of the few films where actor Ramarajan, known for rural action roles, played a character serving in the Indian Army.
- Director K. Manimurugan was a frequent collaborator with Ramarajan, directing him in many village-centric stories during this period.
- The movie's plot of a soldier returning for revenge was a popular template in early 1990s Tamil cinema.
- Actress Sukanya, who played the female lead, was a prominent figure in Tamil and Telugu films at the time.
- The soundtrack was composed by Shankar-Ganesh, a popular music duo known for their work in rural and action dramas.
- Filming likely included locations in Tamil Nadu to depict the village setting central to the story.