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Tamil CINEMA · 1983
Poikkal Kudhirai
Overview
Poikkal Kudhirai is a 1983 Tamil-language Indian comedy feature film directed by K. Balachander and produced by Kalaivani. Starring Viji and Raveendran, the film had Ramakrishna and lyricist Vaali making their acting debuts. Kamal Haasan appeared in a guest role. Poikkal Kudhirai was based on Crazy Mohan's play Marriage Made in Saloon. Poikkal Kuthirai is an hilarious depiction of how Sambandam (Vaali) — who bets on each and every small thing and wins — and Indu (Ramakrishnan) enter into a bet at a saloon owned by Muthu (Ravindar). The bet is that Indu will win Sambadam's daughter Janaki's (Viji) heart and marry her. If Muthu is successful in his mission, Sambandam will shave half of his moustache for their marriage. If he fails, Muthu will shave his head. Who wins the bet is the film's narrative.
A closer look
Poikkal Kudhirai (1983) is a Tamil-language Indian movie. Genres: Drama. Directed by K. Balachander. The cast includes Ramakrishna, Viji, Raveendran, Vaali. Runtime: 148 minutes.
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Poikkal Kudhirai FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Poikkal Kudhirai?
Poikkal Kudhirai is listed as a Tamil-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Poikkal Kudhirai?
Our source metadata lists 2 September 1983. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Poikkal Kudhirai?
The listed director is K. Balachander.
Who is in the cast of Poikkal Kudhirai?
The available cast credits include Ramakrishna, Viji, Raveendran, Vaali, Charle. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Poikkal Kudhirai?
The recorded runtime is 148 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Poikkal Kudhirai?
The source lists these genres: Drama.
What is Poikkal Kudhirai about?
Poikkal Kudhirai is a 1983 Tamil-language Indian comedy feature film directed by K. Balachander and produced by Kalaivani. Starring Viji and Raveendran, the film had Ramakrishna and lyricist Vaali making their acting debuts. Kamal Haasan appeared in a guest role. Poikkal Kudhirai was based on Crazy Mohan's play Marriage Made in Saloon. Poikkal Kuthirai is an hilarious depiction of how Sambandam (Vaali) — who bets on each and every small thing and wins — and Indu (Ramakrishnan) enter into a bet at a saloon owned by Muthu (Ravindar). The bet is that Indu will win Sambadam's daughter Janaki's (Viji) heart and marry her. If Muthu is successful in his mission, Sambandam will shave half of his moustache for their marriage. If he fails, Muthu will shave his head. Who wins the bet is the film's narrative.
