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directed by S. A. Chandrasekhar and produced by B. Vimal. The film stars Vijay, and debutante Swathi, while

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play supporting roles. The film revolves around a couple who are deeply in love, but encounter opposition from the woman's father, who is head of the village. The father believes the man is not a suitable partner due to his perceived reputation. The film was released on 17 February 1995 and had a successful theatrical run of 100 days in Tamil Nadu.

Plot

Deva and Bharathi are deeply in love, but encounter opposition from Bharathi's father Gandhidasan, the head of the village. Gandhidasan believes that Deva is not a worthy suitor due to his perceived reputation throughout the village. Although the son of the wealthy Raasathi, it comes to light that Gandhidasan's disapproval stems from his relationship with his brother Rajadurai aka Periyavar, who is seemingly apathetic and unenthusiastic. The film ends happily with Gandhidasan recognising that his now son-in-law Deva is actually a really upstanding citizen in the village. Deva and Bharathi overcome all problems and live their lives happily married.

Cast

Production

R. Selva, a relative of Chandrasekhar, made his debut as cinematographer with this film. He received the opportunity when Chandrasekhar was impressed with his cinematography he did for Bengali film ''Raja Bachcha''.

Soundtrack

The music was composed by

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Reception

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'' praised Vijay for his maturity, but advised him not to take the risk of singing songs. He also appreciated the cinematographer and choreographer for adding more beauty to the film and concluded that the director's screenplay is perfect and ups and downs are okay to keep the audience engaged, but asked him not to insult women in his next film. Manivannan won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Comedian.

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* {{S. A. Chandrasekhar 1990s Indian films 1990s romantic action films 1990s Tamil-language films 1995 films Films directed by S. A. Chandrasekhar Films scored by Deva (composer) Films with screenplays by S. A. Chandrasekhar Indian romantic action films Tamil-language Indian films