Thalattu Padava(1990)
Thalattu Padava is a 1990 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by R. Sundarrajan. It stars Parthiban, Rupini, and Khushbu in lead roles, with Sujatha playing a pivotal supporting character. The story follows Raja, a graduate working as a mechanic, who misses a train and loses his job documents, leading him to fall in love with a poor idli seller. The film explores class conflict, mother-son relationships, and the choice between love and financial security. Ilaiyaraaja composed the soundtrack, with 'Odai Kuyil' and 'Neethana Neethana' becoming chartbusters. The film was produced by A. S. Ibrahim Rowther under Rowther Films and released on 5 September 1990.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 5 September 1990
- Director
- R. Sundarrajan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Rating
- 6.6/10
Storyline
Raja is a graduate stuck working as a mechanic. He finally gets a job in Delhi but misses the train because of a poor idli seller named Narmadha. While waiting for the next train, they fall in love. But when Raja returns home, his mother has gone mute. He takes a job as a driver for a rich family, where another woman named Narmadha falls for him. Raja must choose between love and money.
“A lullaby for the heart.”
Film Details
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Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Thalattu Padava
Cast reunions in this film: Kushboo & Ilayaraja (32 films together), R. Sundarrajan & Ilayaraja (16 films together), Ilayaraja & Rupini (12 films together), R. Parthiban & Ilayaraja (11 films together), and R. Sundarrajan & Kushboo (4 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Thalattu Padava' refers to a traditional lullaby, tying into the story's emotional core.
- This was one of the early films where actress Kushboo played a supporting role before becoming a leading star.
- Director R. Sundarrajan was known for family dramas, and this film continued his focus on domestic relationships.
- The movie featured music by composer Shankar-Ganesh, a popular duo in late 80s and early 90s Tamil cinema.
- It was released during a period when Parthiban was frequently cast in intense, dramatic roles.
- The film's cast included veteran actress Sujatha, known for her strong character performances.
- While not a major hit, it contributed to the trend of melodramatic family stories popular at the time.