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Overview
Gopalsamy, a poor graduate, travels to Madras to financially provide for his mother's eye surgery. Struggling to earn money, he encounters a Brahmin priest who coaxes him to impersonate a Brahmin to sell food in the neighboring agraharam. Being a non-Brahmin from a backward caste, Gopal finds it morally reprehensible to wear the sacred thread, but with no other options in sight, he sets off to perform Ganapati homam with three other priests...
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Idhu Namma Aalu (1988) is a Tamil-language Indian movie. Genres: Comedy, Drama, Family. Directed by Balakumaran. The cast includes K. Bhagyaraj, Shobana, Manorama, Somayajulu J V. Runtime: 170 minutes.
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Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Idhu Namma Aalu?
Idhu Namma Aalu is listed as a Tamil-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Idhu Namma Aalu?
Our source metadata lists 5 August 1988. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Idhu Namma Aalu?
The listed director is Balakumaran.
Who is in the cast of Idhu Namma Aalu?
The available cast credits include K. Bhagyaraj, Shobana, Manorama, Somayajulu J V, Kumarimuthu. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Idhu Namma Aalu?
The recorded runtime is 170 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Idhu Namma Aalu?
The source lists these genres: Comedy, Drama, Family.
What is the original title of Idhu Namma Aalu?
The original title in our source data is இது நம்ம ஆளு. The English-letter display name may be a romanization.
What is Idhu Namma Aalu about?
Gopalsamy, a poor graduate, travels to Madras to financially provide for his mother's eye surgery. Struggling to earn money, he encounters a Brahmin priest who coaxes him to impersonate a Brahmin to sell food in the neighboring agraharam. Being a non-Brahmin from a backward caste, Gopal finds it morally reprehensible to wear the sacred thread, but with no other options in sight, he sets off to perform Ganapati homam with three other priests...
