Paasamalargal
1994 Indian film
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Paasamalargal (transl. Flowers of love) is a 1994 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Suresh Chandra Menon. The film stars Arvind Swamy and Revathi.[1] It was released on 4 February 1994.
K. S. Adhiyaman (dialogues)
Revathi
| Paasamalargal | |
|---|---|
Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Suresh Chandra Menon |
| Written by | Suresh Chandra Menon K. S. Adhiyaman (dialogues) |
| Produced by | Suresh Chandra Menon |
| Starring | Arvind Swamy Revathi |
| Cinematography | Muthu Ganesh |
| Edited by | R. D. Shekhar |
| Music by | V. S. Narasimhan |
Production company | Tele Photo Films |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
Plot
A businessman makes a life-altering decision. Driven by a desire for public favour, he adopts six orphaned girls. Initially, the situation is fraught with tension. The girls, unaccustomed to a life of luxury, struggle to adjust, while the businessman grapples with the unexpected responsibility. However, as the story evolves, a heartwarming transformation takes place. The businessman sheds his initial reservations and forms a deep bond with the girls, showering them with love and care.
Cast
- Arvind Swamy as Sakthi
- Revathi as Asha
- M. N. Nambiar
- Srividya
- Chinni Jayanth as Jackson
- Gayathri Shastry
- Niroopa as Niroopa
- Swathi
- Shree Durga
- Priyanka
- Raghuvaran in a guest appearance
- Sukumari in a guest appearance
- Ajith Kumar as Kumar
- Deepa Venkat as Jhanvi
Production
Ajith Kumar was cast in the film after he had appeared in a television advertisement shot by P. C. Sreeram for Suresh Menon's company.[2] His voice was dubbed by Vikram, who also dubbed his voice in Amaravathi (1993).[3] Ajith's role was roughly one minute long, and his remuneration around ₹2,500 (equivalent to ₹16,000 or US$170 in 2023).[4][5]
Soundtrack
The music was composed by V. S. Narasimhan, with lyrics by Vairamuthu.[6][7] It is the last film for which Narasimhan composed music.[8]
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Valarum Valarum" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Sujatha and children | |
| 2. | "Shenbaga Poovai" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Sujatha and children | |
| 3. | "Vandhanam" | Suresh Peters and children | |
| 4. | "Vanna Pirindhu" | Children | |
| 5. | "Sandhithom Sandhithom" | Children | |
| 6. | "Azhagana Veedu" | Sujatha and children | |
| 7. | "Vanna Vanna" | Children |
Release and reception
Paasamalargal was released on 4 February 1994.[9] Writing for The Indian Express, Malini Mannath called it "a decent wholesome family entertainer".[10] Thulasi of Kalki found the cinematography and music as the film's positive points.[11]
