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Devaraj–Mohan
Devaraj–Mohan was a directing duo of the Indian film industry, mainly of Tamil Tamil may refer to: * Tamils, an ethnic group native to India and some other parts of Asia **Sri Lankan Tamils, Tamil people native to Sri Lanka also called ilankai tamils **Tamil Malaysians, Tamil people native to Malaysia * Tamil language, nativ ...-language films. They were known for quality films made on a low budget, thus giving a very reasonable profit for almost every film. The duo is also notable for launching one of the most prolific Indian composers, Ilaiyaraaja through their film '' Annakili''. Actor Sivakumar played the lead in most of their films. After 1980, the duo split and S. Devarajan directed some films. Mohan died in January 2012 due to a head injury. Filmography References External links * {{DEFAULTSORT:Devaraj-Mohan 20th-century Indian film directors Tamil film directors Indian filmmaking duos ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rosappu Ravikkaikari
''Rosappu Ravikkaikari'' () is a 1979 Indian Tamil-language historical romance film directed by Devaraj–Mohan. A remake of the 1978 Kannada film ''Parasangada Gendethimma'', itself based on Srikrishna Alanahalli's novella of the same name, the film stars Sivakumar, Deepa and Sivachandran, with Vinu Chakravarthy and Nagarathnamma in supporting roles. Set in British-ruled India, it revolves around a modern woman who cannot tolerate her rustic husband and her mother-in-law, and engages in an extramarital affair. ''Vandichakkaram'', written by Chakravarthy, was originally intended to be the 100th film for Sivakumar as an actor; however, after Chakravarthy and producer Thirupur Mani of Vivekananda Pictures saw ''Parasangada Gendethimma,'' they told Sivakumar that a remake of this film would be a better fit as his 100th film. It is the debut of screenwriter Vijay Krishnaraj (credited as Krishna), and Chakravarthy as an actor in Tamil cinema. The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, ed ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ponnukku Thanga Manasu
''Ponnukku Thanga Manasu'' () is a 1973 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film, produced by P. Madhavan and directed by Devaraj–Mohan. The film stars Sivakumar, Jayachitra, Vijayakumar and Vidhubala, with Manorama, K. A. Thangavelu and M. R. R. Vasu in supporting roles. It was released on 2 June 1973. The film was remade in Malayalam as '' Bhoomidevi Pushpiniyayi''. Plot Ramu is a poor orphan who dreams of becoming a collector. Shankar, his rich best friend, assists him financially and by providing him a place to stay. Geetha and Shanthi are college students and best friends who often clash due to the differences in their beliefs. Geetha is rich, arrogant and feels entitled to special treatment due to her wealth. Shanthi is poor and believes that all people should be treated with respect regardless of wealth. Both friendships end due to various circumstances. When the four meet years later, Geetha and Shanthi challenge each other over their worldviews – wi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Oru Velladu Vengaiyagirathu
''Oru Velladu Vengaiyagiradhu'' () is a 1980 Indian Tamil-language film directed by Devaraj–Mohan. The film stars Sivakumar and Saritha. It was released on 12 January 1980. Plot Cast * Sivakumar * Saritha * Vijayakumar Production ''Oru Velladu Vengaiyagiradhu'' was directed by the duo Devaraj–Mohan and produced by V. Senthamarai under Sathya Movies. The screenplay was written by R. M. Veerappan, and the dialogues were written by Vijay Krishnaraj. Soundtrack The soundtrack was composed by M. S. Viswanathan, while the lyrics were written by Vaali, Pulamaipithan, Na Kamarasan and Muthulingam. Release ''Oru Velladu Vengaiyagiradhu'' was released on 12 January 1980. ''Kalki Kalki ( sa, कल्कि), also called Kalkin or Karki, is the prophesied tenth and final incarnation of the Hindu god Vishnu. He is described to appear in order to end the Kali Yuga, one of the four periods in the endless cycle of exist ...'' negatively reviewed the film, saying ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kannil Theriyum Kathaikal
''Kannil Theriyum Kathaikal'' () is a 1980 Indian Tamil-language film directed by Devaraj–Mohan and produced by A. L. Raghavan. The film stars Sarath Babu, Sripriya, Vadivukkarasi and M. N. Rajam. The songs for this film were composed by five music directors: K. V. Mahadevan, G. K. Venkatesh, Shankar–Ganesh (a duo), Agathiyar and Ilaiyaraaja. The film failed commercially. Plot Cast *Sarath Babu * Sripriya *Vadivukkarasi * M. N. Rajam *Senthamari *Vennira Aadai Moorthy Production ''Kannil Theriyum Kathaikal'' was produced by playback singer A. L. Raghavan under Raja Meenakshi Films, and was directed by the duo Devaraj–Mohan. Azhagapuri Azhagappan and Amuthavan wrote the dialogue, while T. Krishna was the editor. Film News Anandan worked as the film's public relations officer, and Marcus Bartley Junior was the cinematographer. Soundtrack The soundtrack consists of five songs. K. V. Mahadevan, G. K. Venkatesh, Shankar–Ganesh (a duo), Agathiyar and Ilaiyara ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Annakili
''Annakili'' is a 1976 Indian Tamil language, Tamil-language romantic drama film, directed by Devaraj–Mohan and written by Panchu Arunachalam from a story by R. Selvaraj (screenwriter), R. Selvaraj. The film stars Sivakumar and Sujatha (actress), Sujatha with S. V. Subbaiah, Srikanth (Tamil actor, born 1940), Srikanth, Thengai Srinivasan and Fatafat Jayalaxmi in supporting roles. It was produced by S. P. Thamizharasi under the production banner "SPT Films". The film's soundtrack was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, who made his debut as film composer with this film while the story was written by R. Selvaraj (screenwriter), R. Selvaraj and the screenplay and lyrics were written by Panchu Arunachalam. A. Somasundaram and Kandasamy handled cinematography and editing respectively. When Ilaiyaraaja met Panchu Arunachalam, the latter asked if the former had composed any songs; Ilaiyaraaja casually sang a bunch of songs, one of which was "Annakkili Unnai Theduthe". An impressed Panchu Arunac ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kavikkuyil
''Kavikkuyil'' is a 1977 Indian Tamil-language film directed by Devaraj–Mohan. The film stars Sivakumar, Sridevi and Fatafat Jayalaxmi, with S. V. Subbaiah, Rajinikanth and Senthamarai in supporting roles. It was released on 29 July 1977. Plot Gopal and Radha are lovers. Murugan is the brother of Radha. He is loved by Lakshmi, but he does not reciprocate. The lovers, Gopal and Radha get intimate and later Gopal meets with an accident on a stormy night and loses his memory. The pregnant Radha waits for him. Will Murugan approve of his sister's relationship? Will Gopal regain his memory? Whether Lakshmi wins over Murugan forms the climax. Cast * Sivakumar as Gopal * Sridevi as Radha *Fatafat Jayalaxmi as Lakshmi * S. V. Subbaiah as Ramaiah Pillai * Rajinikanth as Murugan *Senthamarai as Chinnaiah Pillai Production The film was shot at places including Chikmagalur and Kollimalai. Soundtrack The soundtrack was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, who got established as a leadin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chakkalathi
''Chakkalathi'' () is a 1979 Indian Tamil-language film starring directed by Devaraj–Mohan and written Alagapuri Alagappan. The film stars Sudhakar, Shoba, Ambika and Vijayan. It was the debut of Ambika, who later became one of Tamil cinema's biggest stars in the 1980s. The film was released on 7 December 1979. Plot Cast * Sudhakar as Samikannu * Shoba as Panchali * Ambika as Azhagammai * Vijayan as Veerappan * Y. Vijaya * Karuppu Subbiah * Thideer Kannaiah * Vijayachandrika * Thayir Vadai Desikan ;Guest appearances * Sarath Babu * Saritha Soundtrack The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The song "Enna Paattu" is set to Mayamalavagowla raga. Reception Kousigan of ''Kalki Kalki ( sa, कल्कि), also called Kalkin or Karki, is the prophesied tenth and final incarnation of the Hindu god Vishnu. He is described to appear in order to end the Kali Yuga, one of the four periods in the endless cycle of exist ...'' appreciated Prasath's cinematography and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Poonthalir
Poonthalir () is a 1979 Indian Tamil-language film, directed by Devaraj–Mohan, starring Sivakumar and Sujatha. The music was scored by Ilaiyaraaja. The film was a remake of Hindi film ''Aakhri Khat'' (1966). The film, Sivakumar's 101st as an actor, was a success. Plot Ashok (Sivakumar), an artist/sculptor, falls in love with and marries Maya, a poor Keralite woman ( Sujatha), but they become separated when Ashok leaves for a prolonged assignment in the USA. When he comes back after a few years and looks for his wife, he receives a letter from her that conveys a strange message to him and he soon finds out that she has died due to a terminal illness and that their child (master Anand)has gone missing. He then starts a desperate search for this lost child with the help of a dedicated police officer and whether he succeeds in his quest forms the rest of the story. Cast *Sivakumar * Sujatha *Master Anand *Suruli Rajan Suruli Rajan was a Tamil film comedian/character art ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rajathi Rojakili
''Rajathi Rojakili'' is a 1985 Indian Tamil-language film directed by S. Devarajan, starring Rajesh, Goundamani, Manorama, Senthil, Nalini and Sulakshana, Suresh. Goundamani acted as the main villain. Plot The story begins with the life of Zamindar Velu Mayilu Thevar. The Zamindar's nephew is Soora Thevar, who is frustrated with the Zamindar's good deeds and kind actions and wants to take up all the wealth for himself. Along with his wife and assistant, he poisons Velu Thevar's food, thus leaving Velu's young son Surutaiyan without parental care. Soora Thevar becomes the guardian for Velu Thevar's wealth, until Surutaiyan grows up. Seenu Thevar, who used to work for Velu Thevar starts taking care of Surutaiyan, as he doesn't like Soora Thevar torturing Surutaiyan. Soora Thevar's plans work out and he sends his daughter to a convent, but Surutaiyan remains uneducated. Years later, his daughter now grown up is all educated and smart. Surutaiyan and Seenu Thevar now ask Soora ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chittu Kuruvi (1978 Film)
''Chittu Kuruvi'' is a 1978 Indian Tamil-language film starring Sivakumar, Sumithra, Senthamarai, Suruli Rajan and Venniradai Moorthy. The film was directed by Devaraj–Mohan. The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The songs became the biggest hits in that year. Plot Cast * Sivakumar * Sumithra * Meera Kalyanamalai * S. N. Lakshmi * Senthamarai * Suruli Rajan * Venniradai Moorthy * Pushpalatha Pushpalatha is an Indian actress, who has worked predominantly in Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam language films. She has acted as heroine and character roles in more than 100 films. Her debut film was '' Sengottai Singam'', released in 1958. When ... Soundtrack The music was compose by Ilaiyaraaja. References External links * {{IMDb title, 0276859 1970s Tamil-language films 1978 drama films 1978 films Films scored by Ilaiyaraaja Indian drama films ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Annakili Sonna Kathai
''Annakili Sonna Kathai'' is a 1989 Indian Tamil-language film directed by S. Devarajan for Sri Ananda Lakshmi Fim Combines. The film stars Sathyaraj and Shaloo . The film was a remake of Kannada film ''Manamecchida Hudugi''. Cast * Sathyaraj * Sudha Rani *Anand Kumar *Malaysia Vasudevan Soundtrack Soundtrack was composed by Chandrabose. *"Bannari" - Malaysia Vasudevan *"Aathukulle" - Deepan Chakravarthy, Vanitha *"Naaval Pazhame" - Mano Mano may refer to: People * Mano people, an ethnic group in Liberia * Mano (name), a list of people with either the given name or surname * Mano (Mozambican footballer) (born 1984), real name Celso Halilo de Abdul * Mano (Portuguese footballer) ..., S. P. Sailaja *"Kanmaniye" - SPB, K. S. Chithra References 1989 films 1980s Tamil-language films 1989 romantic drama films Indian romantic drama films Tamil remakes of Kannada films Films scored by Chandrabose (composer) {{1980s-Tamil-film-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ayiram Muthangal
''Ayiram Muthangal'' () is a 1982 Indian Tamil-language romance film directed by Annakkili S. Devarajan and produced by Thirupur Mani. The film stars Sivakumar, Radha, Jose and Charuhasan. It was released on 5 March 1982. Plot Murali, a law school graduate struggling to make a living and Shakthi are in love but break up due to misunderstandings. Shakthi marries Visu and soon realises his sadistic and violent behaviour. Visu also fosters a friendship with Murali eventually forcing Shakthi and Murali into confrontation. Cast *Sivakumar as Murali *Radha as Shakthi *Jose as Visu *Charuhasan as Raghuram * Y. G. Mahendran as Raju *Kallapetti Singaram as Boopathi *Loose Mohan *Chandrahasan *Silk Smitha *Vanitha as Kanagu *Pasi Sathya Soundtrack Soundtrack was composed by Shankar–Ganesh. Reception ''Kalki Kalki ( sa, कल्कि), also called Kalkin or Karki, is the prophesied tenth and final incarnation of the Hindu god Vishnu. He is described to appear in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |