Kadhalukku Mariyadhai
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Kadhalukku Mariyadhai (Respect for Love) is a 1997 Tamil romance film
directed by Fazil
. It stars Vijay, Shalini, Charlie, Dhamu
, Sivakumar
and Manivannan
. It became the best films of 1997 and raised business for both the lead actors.
The film is a remake of Fazil's own 1997 Malayalam film Aniathipravu that starred Kunchako Boban and Shalini in the lead roles. The story of this film, was later adapted for the Hindi film Doli Saja Ke Rakhna
starring Akshaye Khanna
and Jyothika.
) meets Mini (Shalini) in a book shop and their eyes meet leading to sparks of love in their hearts. Mini has a loving mother (K.P.A.C.Lalitha) and three brothers, James (Radha Ravi), Thomas (Thalaivaasal Vijay) and Stephen (newcomer Shaji Khan) and she is the apple of their eye. Mini is hesitant to reciprocate her love for Jeeva who steadily makes an inroad into her heart, the love affair incensing her family members who give him a thrashing each time he meets her.
Jeeva's parents are under the impression that their son is pursuing his MBA studies until his father receives an SOS from Jeeva, injured in one such beatings. His father Chandrasekhar (Sivakumar) is stunned by the developments and Jeeva's mother (Srividya) is also shocked. Jeeva refuses to part company with Mini when his father arrives with his henchmen to take him back. The Christian family wants Jeeva dead. The developments till this juncture might have found expression in earlier movies but these events have been treated with a mature head along with some comic element by Charlie and Dhamu, as the friends of the hero.
Realising that the lovers' existence is in danger, Kesavan (Charlie) suggests that they find refuge in his father's (Manivannan's) fishermen hamlet and the couple elope followed by the brothers. Manivannan refuses to give them away and the brothers swear bloodshed. A registrar wedding is quickly arranged and on the eve of the wedding, the lovers learn of the unlimited love, affection and care their respective family members have for them and decide not to hurt their sentiments. They agree to part company. The fisherfolk leader is shocked first at their decision, and later understands their feelings and sends them back safely, an appreciable twist in the movie. Jeeva and Mini go back to their respective homes to the excitement and relief of their families. However, their mothers realize how heartbroken the couple are without each other and reunite them.
. Vijay sung the song "Oh Baby" for this movie.
Romance film
Romance films are love stories that focus on passion, emotion, and the affectionate involvement of the main characters and the journey that their love takes through courtship or marriage. Romance films make the love story or the search for love the main plot focus...
directed by Fazil
Fazil
A. M. Fazil is an Indian filmmaker, producer, and screenwriter of Malayalam cinema.His father wanted him to be a doctor, but in school and college, extra curricular activities engulfed him. He wrote plays, enacted them with his friends A. M. Fazil (born 1953, in Alleppey, Kerala) is an Indian...
. It stars Vijay, Shalini, Charlie, Dhamu
Dhamu
Dhamu was a part of Gaana Galata Group a popular touring and acting comedy troupe. He was first spotted by Assistant Director Sukumaran in 1991 and made his debut in Tamil Film Malar starring young actor Prashant-playing the role of the annoying and self proclaimed comical rowdy of the district...
, Sivakumar
Sivakumar
Sivakumar is a Tamil cinema actor who has portrayed a wide range of character roles onscreen. Sivakumar was introduced in the Tamil movie Kaakum karangal which was produced by AVM Productions....
and Manivannan
Manivannan
Manivannan is a popular Tamil actor and director. With over 400 films to his name, Manivannan is one of the most experienced actors in the field. He normally plays the role of a dad or a senior comedian.- Background :...
. It became the best films of 1997 and raised business for both the lead actors.
The film is a remake of Fazil's own 1997 Malayalam film Aniathipravu that starred Kunchako Boban and Shalini in the lead roles. The story of this film, was later adapted for the Hindi film Doli Saja Ke Rakhna
Doli Saja Ke Rakhna
Doli Saja Ke Rakhna is a 1998 Bollywood romance film directed by Priyadarshan. The story is adapted from the 1997 Malayalam film Aniyathipravu, directed by Fazil. It stars Akshaye Khanna and Jyothika Saravanan in the leading roles. The music for the film was done by A. R. Rahman.-Plot:Inderjit...
starring Akshaye Khanna
Akshaye Khanna
Akshaye Khanna is a critically acclaimed Indian film actor who works in Hindi cinema. Known for his impeccable acting talent and flawless diction, Khanna has worked with the best names in Indian cinema.- Background :...
and Jyothika.
Plot
Jeevanandhan (VijayVijay
Vijay is a common given name for males in India. The word Vijay is derived from Vijaya, meaning "Victory". It is another name for Arjuna, the hero of the great Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. The word Vijay is similar in meaning to Jai, although there is a small difference...
) meets Mini (Shalini) in a book shop and their eyes meet leading to sparks of love in their hearts. Mini has a loving mother (K.P.A.C.Lalitha) and three brothers, James (Radha Ravi), Thomas (Thalaivaasal Vijay) and Stephen (newcomer Shaji Khan) and she is the apple of their eye. Mini is hesitant to reciprocate her love for Jeeva who steadily makes an inroad into her heart, the love affair incensing her family members who give him a thrashing each time he meets her.
Jeeva's parents are under the impression that their son is pursuing his MBA studies until his father receives an SOS from Jeeva, injured in one such beatings. His father Chandrasekhar (Sivakumar) is stunned by the developments and Jeeva's mother (Srividya) is also shocked. Jeeva refuses to part company with Mini when his father arrives with his henchmen to take him back. The Christian family wants Jeeva dead. The developments till this juncture might have found expression in earlier movies but these events have been treated with a mature head along with some comic element by Charlie and Dhamu, as the friends of the hero.
Realising that the lovers' existence is in danger, Kesavan (Charlie) suggests that they find refuge in his father's (Manivannan's) fishermen hamlet and the couple elope followed by the brothers. Manivannan refuses to give them away and the brothers swear bloodshed. A registrar wedding is quickly arranged and on the eve of the wedding, the lovers learn of the unlimited love, affection and care their respective family members have for them and decide not to hurt their sentiments. They agree to part company. The fisherfolk leader is shocked first at their decision, and later understands their feelings and sends them back safely, an appreciable twist in the movie. Jeeva and Mini go back to their respective homes to the excitement and relief of their families. However, their mothers realize how heartbroken the couple are without each other and reunite them.
Box Office
The movie went on to became a Huge Blockbuster and it was the most talked about movie of 1997. Vijay and Shalini both became more popular as actors after their performances in this movie.Soundtrack
The soundtrack has been scored by IlaiyaraajaIlaiyaraaja
Ilaiyaraaja is an Indian film composer, singer, and lyricist mainly in the Tamil film Industry. He is regarded as one of the finest music composers in India. Ilaiyaraaja is also an instrumentalist, conductor, and a songwriter...
. Vijay sung the song "Oh Baby" for this movie.
| Song title | Singers | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Ennai Thalaata | Hariharan, Pavatharani | 05:05 |
| Anantha Kuyilin Pattu | Malayasia Vasudhevan, Surendar, Arunmozhi, Chitra, Deepika | 04:58 |
| Oru Pattam Poochi | K.J.Yesudas, Sujatha | 05:13 |
| Idhu Sangeetha Thirunalo | Bavatharani | 04:35 |
| Anantha Kuyilin Pattu | Chitra | 01:53 |
| O Baby | Vijay, Bavatharani | 04:56 |
| Ennai Thalatta Varuvala | Ilayaraja | 05:05 |
| Ayya Veedu Therandhuthan | Ilayaraja,Arun Mozhi | 04:54 |