Porkaalam
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Porkaalam is a Tamil-language film directed by Cheran
starring the late Murali
, Meena, Sangahvi, Rajeshwari and Vadivelu
in key roles. It was released in 1997.
is a potter by profession. He has a sister, who is born dumb. Murali has to struggle a lot as the handicraft industry is a dying industry and a good amount of money is taken away by his father (Manivannan
), who is a drunkard and a gambler. But, he tries to hide his sorrows by having fun with his sister and servant (Vadivelu
), who is also his trusted friend. He is in love with his neighbour(Meena
), a weaver. He wants to get his sister married to a noble man. But many reject her as she is dumb. Finally, one man agrees to marry his sister but on condition that Murali
must offer dowry. Murali
then sells many things dearer to him to get money for the dowry. But, that money is taken away by his father and the marriage falls through. Yet Vadivelu
offers to marry his sister without asking dowry and Murali
goes home along with Vadivelu
to convey this happy news to his sister. But it was too late as the sister commits suicide. Murali
as a penance decides to marry a handicapped girl.
Cheran
Cheran can refer to:*Cheran , the name of a Tamil dynasty in South India.*Cheran , a Tamil film director.*Cherán, a municipality the Mexican state of Michoacán.*Chéran, a river in eastern France....
starring the late Murali
Murali (Tamil actor)
Murali was a Tamil film actor who appeared in the leading and supporting roles throughout his career. Murali has acted with many stars including Vijaykanth, Prabhu, Sathyaraj, Karthik, Prabhu Deva, Surya, Parthiban, Sarath Kumar, Mammootty and Sivaji Ganesan...
, Meena, Sangahvi, Rajeshwari and Vadivelu
Vadivelu
Vadivelu , often referred to as Vadivel, is a Tamil film actor,comedian and playback singer. Since 2000, he has acted as a comedian in various Tamil films. During his career, Vadivelu has won several Filmfare Awards and Tamil Nadu State Film Awards...
in key roles. It was released in 1997.
Plot
Porkaalam dealt with the stigma attached to a handicapped girl in a rural setup. MuraliMurali (Tamil actor)
Murali was a Tamil film actor who appeared in the leading and supporting roles throughout his career. Murali has acted with many stars including Vijaykanth, Prabhu, Sathyaraj, Karthik, Prabhu Deva, Surya, Parthiban, Sarath Kumar, Mammootty and Sivaji Ganesan...
is a potter by profession. He has a sister, who is born dumb. Murali has to struggle a lot as the handicraft industry is a dying industry and a good amount of money is taken away by his father (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 :...
), who is a drunkard and a gambler. But, he tries to hide his sorrows by having fun with his sister and servant (Vadivelu
Vadivelu
Vadivelu , often referred to as Vadivel, is a Tamil film actor,comedian and playback singer. Since 2000, he has acted as a comedian in various Tamil films. During his career, Vadivelu has won several Filmfare Awards and Tamil Nadu State Film Awards...
), who is also his trusted friend. He is in love with his neighbour(Meena
Meena
Meena Durairaj, mononymously known as Meena, born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, is a South Indian film and television actress. Meena debuted as a child artist in Telugu and Tamil films and has later starred in films produced by various regional industries. She is one of the most established...
), a weaver. He wants to get his sister married to a noble man. But many reject her as she is dumb. Finally, one man agrees to marry his sister but on condition that Murali
Murali (Tamil actor)
Murali was a Tamil film actor who appeared in the leading and supporting roles throughout his career. Murali has acted with many stars including Vijaykanth, Prabhu, Sathyaraj, Karthik, Prabhu Deva, Surya, Parthiban, Sarath Kumar, Mammootty and Sivaji Ganesan...
must offer dowry. Murali
Murali (Tamil actor)
Murali was a Tamil film actor who appeared in the leading and supporting roles throughout his career. Murali has acted with many stars including Vijaykanth, Prabhu, Sathyaraj, Karthik, Prabhu Deva, Surya, Parthiban, Sarath Kumar, Mammootty and Sivaji Ganesan...
then sells many things dearer to him to get money for the dowry. But, that money is taken away by his father and the marriage falls through. Yet Vadivelu
Vadivelu
Vadivelu , often referred to as Vadivel, is a Tamil film actor,comedian and playback singer. Since 2000, he has acted as a comedian in various Tamil films. During his career, Vadivelu has won several Filmfare Awards and Tamil Nadu State Film Awards...
offers to marry his sister without asking dowry and Murali
Murali (Tamil actor)
Murali was a Tamil film actor who appeared in the leading and supporting roles throughout his career. Murali has acted with many stars including Vijaykanth, Prabhu, Sathyaraj, Karthik, Prabhu Deva, Surya, Parthiban, Sarath Kumar, Mammootty and Sivaji Ganesan...
goes home along with Vadivelu
Vadivelu
Vadivelu , often referred to as Vadivel, is a Tamil film actor,comedian and playback singer. Since 2000, he has acted as a comedian in various Tamil films. During his career, Vadivelu has won several Filmfare Awards and Tamil Nadu State Film Awards...
to convey this happy news to his sister. But it was too late as the sister commits suicide. Murali
Murali (Tamil actor)
Murali was a Tamil film actor who appeared in the leading and supporting roles throughout his career. Murali has acted with many stars including Vijaykanth, Prabhu, Sathyaraj, Karthik, Prabhu Deva, Surya, Parthiban, Sarath Kumar, Mammootty and Sivaji Ganesan...
as a penance decides to marry a handicapped girl.