''Adimai Changili'' () is a 1997 Indian

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directed by

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. The film stars Arjun and Roja, while Rambha, Sunitha,

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and

M. N. Nambiar Manjeri Narayanan Nambiar (7 March 1919 – 19 November 2008) was an Indian actor who predominantly worked in Tamil cinema, renowned for his portrayals of villainous characters. With a career spanning over eight decades, he became a notable fig ...

play supporting roles. It was released on 9 May 1997.

Cast

Production

During the making of the film, it was reported that Rambha fell out with the director due to his excessive promotion of the film's other heroine Roja over her.

Soundtrack

Soundtrack was composed by

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Reception

K. N. Vijiyan of ''

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'' called the film "a polished effort despite the poor finish".

References

External links

* * {{R. K. Selvamani 1990s Indian films 1990s Tamil-language films 1997 action films 1997 films Films directed by R. K. Selvamani Films scored by Deva (composer) Indian action films Tamil-language Indian films