Periya Veettu Panakkaran(1990)
Periya Veettu Pannakkaran is a 1990 Indian Tamil-language romance drama film directed and photographed by N. K. Viswanathan in his directorial debut. The film stars Karthik, Kanaka, M. N. Nambiar, Gandhimathi, Kovai Sarala, and Senthil. The story follows a poor farmer's grandson who falls in love with the daughter of the wealthiest family in his village. The central conflict revolves around class divide, family pride, and a horse festival competition that decides the lovers' fate. The film features music composed by Ilaiyaraaja and was produced by Kalyani Murugan. It received mixed reviews but is remembered for its village setting, songs, and Karthik's performance.
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- Theatrical Release
- 11 May 1990
- Director
- N. K. Viswanathan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 34m 0
Storyline
Karthik is a poor farmer's grandson who falls in love with Kanaka, the daughter of the richest family in the village. Her arrogant cousins beat him and reject his proposal. After being adopted by a wealthy man, Karthik returns with money, but the family still refuses. He must win the village horse festival to prove his worth and marry Kanaka.
“Love knows no class”
Film Details
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Periya Veettu Panakkaran
Cast reunions in this film: Karthik & Ilayaraja (45 films together), Ilayaraja & Kanaka (15 films together), Ilayaraja & N. K. Viswanathan (4 films together), and Karthik & Kanaka (2 films together).