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Tamil CINEMA · 1960

Parthiban Kanavu

1960-06-03219 min
DramaHistory

Audience rating

9.0/10

Source: TMDB1 votes

THE STORY

Overview

7th century AD. Parthiban, the Chola King, dies in battle leaving incomplete his desire to be free from the yoke of the Pallavas. His son Vikraman (Gemini Ganesh) is determined to fulfill his father's dream. He is arrested by the Pallava king, Narasimhavarman and exiled to an island where he is chosen the king

MOVIE FACT SUMMARY

A closer look

Parthiban Kanavu (1960) is a Tamil-language Indian movie. Genres: Drama, History. Directed by Yoganand D. The cast includes Gemini Ganesan, Vyjayanthimala, S. V. Ranga Rao, S. A. Asokan. Runtime: 219 minutes.

Cast & crew

Yoganand DDirector
Portrait of Vyjayanthimala
VyjayanthimalaPrincess Kundhavi
Portrait of S. V. Ranga Rao
S. V. Ranga RaoMaamalar (Narasimhavarman I)
Portrait of S. A. Asokan
S. A. AsokanParthiban
Portrait of T. S. Balaiah
T. S. BalaiahMarappa Bhupathi
Portrait of Ragini
RaginiValli
RaginiValli
Portrait of P. S. Veerappa
P. S. VeerappaGapala Bhairavan
M. M. RadhabaiThiruvenkada Nangai
Portrait of B. Saroja Devi
B. Saroja DeviKamali, Princess Kundhavi's thozhi
Portrait of K. Balaji
K. BalajiMahendran (Mahendravarman II)
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What is the original language of Parthiban Kanavu?

Parthiban Kanavu is listed as a Tamil-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.

What release date is listed for Parthiban Kanavu?

Our source metadata lists 3 June 1960. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.

Who directed Parthiban Kanavu?

The listed director is Yoganand D.

Who is in the cast of Parthiban Kanavu?

The available cast credits include Gemini Ganesan, Vyjayanthimala, S. V. Ranga Rao, S. A. Asokan, T. S. Balaiah. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.

How long is Parthiban Kanavu?

The recorded runtime is 219 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.

What type of movie is Parthiban Kanavu?

The source lists these genres: Drama, History.

What is Parthiban Kanavu about?

7th century AD. Parthiban, the Chola King, dies in battle leaving incomplete his desire to be free from the yoke of the Pallavas. His son Vikraman (Gemini Ganesh) is determined to fulfill his father's dream. He is arrested by the Pallava king, Narasimhavarman and exiled to an island where he is chosen the king