Marikkozhundhu(1991)
Marikkozhundhu (1991) is a Tamil-language drama film directed by Pudhiyavan, a former assistant of Bharathiraja. The film stars Ramesh Aravind and Aishwarya in lead roles, with Manorama, Vinu Chakravarthy, Nassar, Goundamani, and Senthil in supporting parts. The story follows Marikozhundhu, a dark-skinned woman who is judged by her village, and her daughter Chithra, who learns about her mother's tragic past. The narrative shifts between present-day and flashback, revealing a tale of love, betrayal, and sacrifice. The film is notable for being one of the few Tamil movies that openly criticized society's obsession with fair skin. It was released on 3 May 1991 and was a box office failure.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 3 May 1991
- Director
- Pudhiyavan
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A young woman named Chithra visits her mother's village and learns a heartbreaking story. Her mother, Marikozhundhu, was a kind woman with dark skin who was rejected by society. She fell in love with a man who did not love her back, became pregnant, and was forced to leave. Years later, she made the ultimate sacrifice to save the very people who judged her.
“True beauty is not skin deep”
Film Details
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Marikkozhundhu
Cast reunions in this film: Senthil & Goundamani (80 films together), Senthil & Manorama (41 films together), Goundamani & Manorama (40 films together), Senthil & Deva (39 films together), Goundamani & Deva (33 films together), and Senthil & Vinu Chakravarthy (31 films together).