Koodi Vazhnthal Kodi Nanmai (1959 film)
Koodi Vazhnthal Kodi Nanmai (transl. Unity is propitious) is a 1959 Indian, Tamil-language film produced by V. L. Narasu and directed by D. S. Rajagopal. The film featured S. S. Rajendran and B. Saroja Devi in the lead roles.[2]
| Koodi Vazhnthal Kodi Nanmai | |
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| Directed by | D. S. Rajagopal |
| Produced by | V. L. Narasu |
| Screenplay by | Thuraiyur Murthi |
| Starring | S. S. Rajendran B. Saroja Devi Prem Nazir Girija |
| Music by | T. Chalapathi Rao |
| Cinematography | V. Kumaradevan |
Production company | Narasu Studios |
Release date |
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Running time | 187 mins. (16896 ft.) |
| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
Plot
The theme of the story is "Unity is beneficial to all". The film story is woven with problems faced by people from different linguistic and other backgrounds. The hero is a Tamil speaking person. When he comes to Madras for employment, he finds it difficult to find accommodation. A Malayalam speaking person refuses to rent out a room for him. The hero meets the heroine while hailing for a taxi. They fall in love with each other. The story is complicated but all ends well educating the audience that unity is propitious for all.
Cast
The list is compiled from the database of Film News Anandan[1] and from the review article in the Hindu newspaper.[2]
- S. S. Rajendran
- B. Saroja Devi
- Prem Nazir
- Girija
- V. K. Ramasamy
- S. V. Subbaiah
- D. Balasubramaniam
- Sayeeram
- C. K. Saraswathi
- Ganapathi Bhat
- Ratnam
- Lakshmi
Jaishankar (Debute)
Production
The film was produced by V. L. Narasu under his own banner Narasu Studios and was filmed at his studio that bore the same name. However, the film was released after his death and therefore it was dedicated to his memory. D. S. Rajagopal directed the film while Thuraiyur Murthi wrote the screenplay and dialogues. Cinematography was by V. Kumaradevan. Art Director was Vasanth Biankar. K. N. Dandayudhapani Pillai and Jayaraman was in charge of Choreography. Kannappan handled the still photography.[2][1]
Soundtrack
Music was composed by T. Chalapathi Rao while the lyrics were penned by Thanjai N. Ramaiah Dass. Playback singers are T. M. Soundararajan, P. B. Srinivas and S. Janaki.[3]
| No. | Song | Singer/s | Duration (m:ss) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Jaya Jaya Jaya Bharathi" | Group song | |
| 2 | "Naattu Valappam Ariyaa" | T. M. Soundararjan | |
| 3 | "En Ullathaye Kollai Konda" | 03:37 | |
| 4 | "Mana Oonjalile Aadum Mannaa" | ||
| 5 | "Padhumai Thaano, Paayum Pulli" | P. B. Srinivas | 02:45 |
| 6 | "Mathaa Pithaavin Manam Kulira" | ||
| 7 | "Onnu Venumaa Ille" | S. Janaki | 03:35 |
| 8 | "Machaan Unnaithaane" |
Release and reception
Koodi Vazhnthal Kodi Nanmai was released on 14 February 1959.[1] According to film historian Randor Guy, it was an average success "mainly because of the predictable storyline and treatment", but he praised the performances of Rajendran, Nazir, Ramasamy, Balasubramaniam, Subbaiah, Saroja Devi, and the dance sequences.[2]
References
- Film News Anandan (23 October 2004). Sadhanaigal Padaitha Thamizh Thiraipada Varalaru [History of Landmark Tamil Films] (in Tamil). Chennai: Sivakami Publishers. Archived from the original on 2 June 2017.
- Guy, Randor (30 August 2014). "Koodi Vaazhnthaal Kodi Nanmai 1959". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 30 August 2014. Retrieved 2 June 2017.
- G. Neelamegam. Thiraikalanjiyam — Part 1 (in Tamil). Manivasagar Publishers, Chennai 108 (Ph:044 25361039). First edition December 2014. p. 167.