24 Mani Neram
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| 24 Mani Neram | |
|---|---|
 VCD cover | |
| Directed by | Manivannan |
| Written by | Manivannan |
| Produced by | S. N. S. Thirumal |
| Starring | Mohan Sathyaraj Nalini |
| Cinematography | A. Sabapathi |
| Edited by | B. Kandasamy |
| Music by | Ilaiyaraaja |
Production company | Thirupathisamy Pictures |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
24 Mani Neram (read as "Irupatthi Naalu Mani Neram"; transl. 24 Hours) is a 1984 Indian Tamil-language thriller film written and directed by Manivannan, starring Mohan, Sathyaraj, and Nalini.[1] The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja with editing by B. Kandasamy and cinematography by A. Sabapathi.
The film was released on 18 July 1984 and was a commercial success, running for 27 weeks.[2] The film was remade in Kannada as Jayabheri (1989).[3]
X. W. Ramarathinam is a wealthy businessman known for his immoral and murderous behaviour toward women. One day, he notices Janaki and her husband, Raj, celebrating their wedding at his luxury hotel. Drawn to Janaki, Ramarathinam attempts to manipulate her into becoming his mistress. Disturbed by his advances, Janaki informs Raj, a reporter.
Upon learning of Janaki’s complaint, Ramarathinam retaliates, leading to Janaki’s death, with Raj wrongfully implicated in the incident. Determined to clear his name and seek justice, Raj vows to bring down Ramarathinam within 24 hours.
Later, Ramarathinam turns against his personal assistant and henchman — Swapna’s brother — for failing to complete an assignment. Seeking to avenge her brother, Swapna confronts Ramarathinam. However, he discovers her intentions and kills her.
In the end, Raj follows through on his vow, ensuring Ramarathinam is held accountable for his actions within the promised 24 hours.
Cast
- Mohan as Raj[4]
- Sathyaraj as Ramarathinam[4]
- Nalini as Janaki
- Jaishankar as Vijay
- Vadivukkarasi as Lakshmi, Raj's mother
- Swapna as Swapna
- Ilavarasi as Rekha
- Chinni Jayanth as Seenu
- Senthil as Sidekick
- Jyothi Lakshmi in a special appearance
- Jayamalini in a special appearance
- Anuradha in a special appearance
- Bayilvan Ranganathan as Marutha Muthu
Production
Manivannan retained three actors from his Nooravathu Naal – Mohan, Sathyaraj and Nalini – for this film.[5][6] Sathyaraj initially suggested S. Balachander or M. N. Nambiar for the role of the antagonist, but Manivannan urged him to do the role.[7]
Soundtrack
Lyrics were written by Pulamaipithan and composed by Ilaiyaraaja.[8][9]
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Kulikkum Pothile" | Malaysia Vasudevan, S. Janaki | |
| 2. | "Kalloori Manavaraa" | S. Janaki, S. P. Sailaja |
