Kalvanin Kadhali (1955 film)
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Kalvanin Kadhali is a Tamil film that was released on 13 November 1955. It is the first film that Sivaji Ganesan
and P. Bhanumathi acted together.
in 1935 with the intention of making movies of them. Published as a serial novel in Ananda Vikatan
. From the first part that appeared in the issue dated 29.8.1937, the story became hugely popular, with readers waiting eagerly for each issue containing the next chapter of the story. Kalki Krishnamurthy
drew inspiration from real life dacoit called Jambulingam whose exploits were legendary.
The story was also published as a book later in 1954 by Chinna Annamalai Padhippagam. In the meantime, T. K. Shanmugam adapted the story for the stage, and his dramatization was so effective that the play was a crowd-puller wherever it was staged. Some other drama troupes did this as well. At a function got up in Chennai to release a collection of Kalki Krishnamurthy
’s works, Poornam Vishwanathan
recalled how his stage adaptation of Kalvanin Kadhali in 1946 won praise from Rajaji.
Muththaiyan’s loyal friend Kamalapathi , who is a stage actor makes all arrangements for their escape. In order to hoodwink the vigilant police inspector Shastri, Kamalapathi disguises himself as a woman and goes to the forest to meet Muthaiyan and appraise him of the plans. When Kalyani comes to the appointed place, she finds Muthaiyan embracing another woman. Not realizing that it is Kamalapathi whom Muththaiyan is expressing his heart-felt thanks to, she suspects her lover’s loyalty and runs away in a rage. Inspector Shastri, who is also in disguise, meets Kalyani at this juncture and enquires Muththaiyan’s whereabouts. Unthinking in her anger, Kalyani blurts out Muththaiyan’s location. Seeing Shastri run with his gun, Kalyani realizes that he is a police officer, and runs after him. The story ends in tragedy where the lovers unite in death.
composed by T. Govindarajulu Naidu
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composed by Ghantasala
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Sivaji Ganesan
Viluppuram Chinnaiahpillai Ganesan Manrayar , commonly known by his stage name Sivaji Ganesan , was an Indian stage and film actor active during the latter half of the 20th century. He is one of the most respected film actors in India. He is well known for his versatility and acting skills with...
and P. Bhanumathi acted together.
Production
Written by Kalki KrishnamurthyKalki Krishnamurthy
Kalki was the pen name of R. Krishnamurthy , a noted Tamil writer, film & music critic, Indian independence activist and journalist from Tamil Nadu, India.- Biography:...
in 1935 with the intention of making movies of them. Published as a serial novel in Ananda Vikatan
Ananda Vikatan
Ananda Vikatan ஆனந்த விகடன் is the leading Tamil language weekly magazine published from Chennai, India. It is part of the Vikatan group which also publishes Junior Vikatan , Chutti Vikatan , Aval Vikatan , Naanayam Vikatan , Sakthi Vikatan , Motor Vikatan and Pasumai Vikatan Ananda Vikatan ஆனந்த...
. From the first part that appeared in the issue dated 29.8.1937, the story became hugely popular, with readers waiting eagerly for each issue containing the next chapter of the story. Kalki Krishnamurthy
Kalki Krishnamurthy
Kalki was the pen name of R. Krishnamurthy , a noted Tamil writer, film & music critic, Indian independence activist and journalist from Tamil Nadu, India.- Biography:...
drew inspiration from real life dacoit called Jambulingam whose exploits were legendary.
The story was also published as a book later in 1954 by Chinna Annamalai Padhippagam. In the meantime, T. K. Shanmugam adapted the story for the stage, and his dramatization was so effective that the play was a crowd-puller wherever it was staged. Some other drama troupes did this as well. At a function got up in Chennai to release a collection of Kalki Krishnamurthy
Kalki Krishnamurthy
Kalki was the pen name of R. Krishnamurthy , a noted Tamil writer, film & music critic, Indian independence activist and journalist from Tamil Nadu, India.- Biography:...
’s works, Poornam Vishwanathan
Poornam Vishwanathan
Poornam Viswanathan was a theater artist and film actor in the Tamil film industry. He started performing on stage at age 18. He worked as a reader for All India Radio. He acted in movies such as Chithram, Varusham 16, Thillu Mullu, Keladi Kanmani, Moondram Pirai, Aasai, Mahanadi' and Varumaiyin...
recalled how his stage adaptation of Kalvanin Kadhali in 1946 won praise from Rajaji.
Plot
Kalvanin Kadhali is the story of a dacoit and his beloved, Muththaiyan and Kalyani. At the PoonkuLam village, Kalyani falls for good-hearted Muththaiyan. Circumstances brand Muththaiyan a dacoit, but Kalyani remains steadfast in her love. Evading the police, Muthaiyan leads the life of an exile in the forest. When things come to a head, Muththaiyan and Kalyani decide to run away to some far-off place and settle down to marital bliss.Muththaiyan’s loyal friend Kamalapathi , who is a stage actor makes all arrangements for their escape. In order to hoodwink the vigilant police inspector Shastri, Kamalapathi disguises himself as a woman and goes to the forest to meet Muthaiyan and appraise him of the plans. When Kalyani comes to the appointed place, she finds Muthaiyan embracing another woman. Not realizing that it is Kamalapathi whom Muththaiyan is expressing his heart-felt thanks to, she suspects her lover’s loyalty and runs away in a rage. Inspector Shastri, who is also in disguise, meets Kalyani at this juncture and enquires Muththaiyan’s whereabouts. Unthinking in her anger, Kalyani blurts out Muththaiyan’s location. Seeing Shastri run with his gun, Kalyani realizes that he is a police officer, and runs after him. The story ends in tragedy where the lovers unite in death.
Cast
| Actor | Role |
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| Sivaji Ganesan Sivaji Ganesan Viluppuram Chinnaiahpillai Ganesan Manrayar , commonly known by his stage name Sivaji Ganesan , was an Indian stage and film actor active during the latter half of the 20th century. He is one of the most respected film actors in India. He is well known for his versatility and acting skills with... |
Muthaiyan |
| P. Bhanumathi | Kalyani |
| T. R. Ramachandran T. R. Ramachandran T. R. Ramachandran was a Tamil actor and comedian who played memorable roles in movies from the 1940s to the 1960s.- Filmography :... |
Kamalapathi |
| K. Sarangapani | Inspector Shastri |
| T. S. Durairaj | |
| Kusalakumari | |
| S. R. Janaki |
Crew
- Producer: V. S. Raghavan
- Production Company: Revathi Productions
- Director: V. S. Raghavan
- Music: T. Govindarajulu NaiduT. Govindarajulu NaiduT. Govindarajulu Naidu was an acclaimed music director in the olden days of the south indian film industry. He is senior to the other great music directors such as G. Ramanathan , S. V. Venkatraman and S. M. Subbaiah Naidu. He composed music fror Tamil and Telugu movies.His family stayed in...
& GhantasalaGhantasala (singer)Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao was a famous & popular Indian Playback Singer and music composer of Telugu films and many other languages such as Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Tulu and Hindi. He is the recipient of the Padmashree award, India's fourth highest civilian award. For nearly a quarter of a... - Screenplay: S. D. Sundaram
- Dialogues: S. D. Sundaram
- Lyrics: Mahakavi Bharathiyar, Desika Vinayakam Pillai and S. D. Sundaram
- Art Direction:
- Editing:
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Soundtrack
List of songs:composed by T. Govindarajulu Naidu
T. Govindarajulu Naidu
T. Govindarajulu Naidu was an acclaimed music director in the olden days of the south indian film industry. He is senior to the other great music directors such as G. Ramanathan , S. V. Venkatraman and S. M. Subbaiah Naidu. He composed music fror Tamil and Telugu movies.His family stayed in...
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- kaalam varuguthu nalla kaalam varuguthu by T. M. Soundararajan
- vaLaipugum pOthE thalaivaangum paambE aadu paambE by T. M. Soundararajan
- ezhuthi sellum vidhiyin kai, ezhuthi ezhuthi mER sellum by by T. M. Soundararajan
- manadhil urudhi vENdum by T. M. Soundararajan & P. Bhanumathi
- manadhil urudhi vENdum (pathos) by T. M. Soundararajan
- nallathOr veeNai seidhE by P. Bhanumathi
- alli malar sOlai inba valli ivaL thaanE by P. Bhanumathi
- a stage song by Tiruchi Loganathan & Sirkazhi GovindarajanSirkazhi GovindarajanSirkazhi Govindarajan was a leading vocalist in Carnatic Music.Govindarajan, born in Sirkali in Madras Presidency) and started performing at the age of eight in Tirupurasundari Temple. His son Sirkazhi G. Sivachidambaram is also a Carnatic singer....
composed by Ghantasala
Ghantasala (singer)
Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao was a famous & popular Indian Playback Singer and music composer of Telugu films and many other languages such as Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Tulu and Hindi. He is the recipient of the Padmashree award, India's fourth highest civilian award. For nearly a quarter of a...
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- maNNukkeedu pon kEttaal valiyil manithar enn seivaar by GhantasalaGhantasala (singer)Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao was a famous & popular Indian Playback Singer and music composer of Telugu films and many other languages such as Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Tulu and Hindi. He is the recipient of the Padmashree award, India's fourth highest civilian award. For nearly a quarter of a...
- veyilukkEtRa nizhaluNdu by GhantasalaGhantasala (singer)Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao was a famous & popular Indian Playback Singer and music composer of Telugu films and many other languages such as Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Tulu and Hindi. He is the recipient of the Padmashree award, India's fourth highest civilian award. For nearly a quarter of a...
& P. Bhanumathi - veyilukkEtRa nizhaluNdu by GhantasalaGhantasala (singer)Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao was a famous & popular Indian Playback Singer and music composer of Telugu films and many other languages such as Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Tulu and Hindi. He is the recipient of the Padmashree award, India's fourth highest civilian award. For nearly a quarter of a...