Sontham (1973 film)
1973 Tamil film by A. C. Tirulokchandar
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Sontham (transl. Belonging) is a 1973 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by A. C. Tirulokchandar. The film stars Muthuraman and K. R. Vijaya. It is based on the play of the same name by Karaikudi Narayanan. The film was released on 6 July 1973
by Karaikudi Narayanan
- R. Venkatraman
- K. Arumugam
| Sontham | |
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Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | A. C. Tirulokchandar |
| Screenplay by | A. C. Tirulokchandar |
| Based on | Sontham by Karaikudi Narayanan |
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| Starring | |
| Cinematography | M. Viswanath Rai |
| Edited by | B. Kandhasamy |
| Music by | M. S. Viswanathan |
Production company | Amudham Pictures |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
Plot
Manickam and Vairam get married but soon separate due to misunderstandings. Later, Manickam remarries Thangam, who dies leaving behind a daughter due to complications during childbirth.
Cast
Production
Sontham is based on the stage play of the same name by Karaikudi Narayanan who also wrote dialogues for the film adaptation.[1][2] Major Sundarrajan, who portrayed the lead on stage, was replaced by Muthuraman for the screen while Sivakumar reprised his role from the play.[3] The film was produced by R. Venkatraman and K. Aarumugam under Amudham Pictures.[4] A scene involving Muthuraman and Prameela was shot at Vauhini Studios in February 1973.[5]
Soundtrack
The music was composed by M. S. Viswanathan, with lyrics by Kannadasan.[6][7]
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Kannupada Pogudhu" | P. Susheela, L. R. Eswari | |
| 2. | "Nallathan Yosi" | P. Susheela, M. S. Viswanathan | |
| 3. | "Nilam Engum" | M. S. Viswanathan | |
| 4. | "Vaazhnthal Ungalai" | S. Janaki |
