''Soorya Manasam'' is a 1992 Indian

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-language

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directed by

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and written by Sab John. The film stars

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, along with

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, Vaishnavi, Riza Bava and

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playing supporting roles. The film revolves around Putturumees, a mentally disabled man and his mother Mariya who face several social issues in their village.

Plot

Putturumees is a mentally disabled man who lives in a small village with his mother Mariya. The villagers face several issues due to his condition and compel his mother to take him to a new place.

Cast

Music

The music for the film was composed by M. M. Keeravani and the lyrics were written by

Kaithapram Damodaran Namboothiri Kaithapram Damodaran Namboothiri, popularly known as Kaithapram, is a Malayalam lyricist, poet, music director, actor, singer, screenwriter, music therapist and performer of Carnatic music. He debuted with the movie Ennennum Kannettante in 19 ...

. The background music was composed by S. P. Venkatesh. ;Song list * "Tharalitha Ravil Mayangiyo Sooryamanasam":

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* "Kannil Nila": Mano * "Meghatherirangum Sanchari": K. S. Chithra * "Tharalitha Ravil Mayangiyo Sooryamanasam": K. S. Chithra

Reception

Malini Mannath of ''

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'' wrote, "There is no wrong step in the characterisation of the simpleton. Tight screenplay and slick editing enhance the narrative value."

Awards

* 1993 Kerala Film Critics Award for Best Actor –

References

External links

* {{IMDb title, 0246943 1990s Malayalam-language films 1992 drama films 1992 films Films about mental health Films about disability in India Films shot in Munnar Films shot in Ooty Films directed by Viji Thampi Films scored by M. M. Keeravani Indian drama films Of Mice and Men