Nenjil Oor Aalayam (1962): Cast & Plot
Nenjil Oor Aalayam is a 1962 film directed by C. V. Sridhar, starring Kalyan Kumar as Murali, Devika and R. Muthuraman. It runs 2 hours 44 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 44m (164 min)
- Director
- C. V. Sridhar
- Original language
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Tamil - Studio
- Chitralaya
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Nenjil Oor Aalayam About?
The premise of Nenjil Oor Aalayam without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
When a doctor returns to his hometown, he discovers his former lover has married someone else. Devoted to fighting cancer, he throws himself into his work, only to find that his newest critical patient is the very woman who is now his wife, confronting him with painful memories and moral dilemmas. His resolve is tested as he balances professional duty with lingering affection.
Nenjil Oor Aalayam Themes & Keywords
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Nenjil Oor Aalayam Cast & Characters
Kalyan Kumar leads the cast as Murali, with Devika as Seetha and R. Muthuraman as Venu. Directed by C. V. Sridhar; 8 actors are credited in all.
- Director C. V. Sridhar
- Kalyan Kumar as Murali
- Devika as Seetha
- R. Muthuraman as Venu
- Manorama as Navaneedham
Also Starring in Nenjil Oor Aalayam
· 4 more- Nagesh Peter
- V. S. Raghavan Seetha's Father
- Kutti Padmini Dying Child
- P. Santha Kumari Guest Appearance
More from C. V. Sridhar
More films directed by C. V. Sridhar: Ilamai Oonjaladukirathu, Gehri Chaal, Sivandha Mann and Saathi.
Nenjil Oor Aalayam Plot Summary
What happens in Nenjil Oor Aalayam from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Murali and Seetha are lovers. He goes abroad to pursue higher studies in medicine. During his tenure overseas, Seetha’s parents force her to marry another man. Devastated by this news, he vows lifelong celibacy and dedicates himself to saving people suffering from cancer.
Years later, a man named Venu is critically ill with cancer and must be operated on. The treatment progresses well until Murali meets Venu’s wife, who is revealed to be Seetha. When Seetha learns that the doctor treating Venu is Murali, whom she had left, she becomes upset.
Full summary
The whole story of Nenjil Oor Aalayam, scene by scene
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Who is the doctor that treats Venu's cancer?
Nenjil Oor Aalayam Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “A Temple in the Heart” and “Nenjil ore aalayam”.
- Also known as
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- A Temple in the Heart
- Nenjil ore aalayam
- Nenjil oru aalayam
- Nenjil Or Aalayam
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Nenjil Oor Aalayam FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Nenjil Oor Aalayam, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Nenjil Oor Aalayam?
Nenjil Oor Aalayam runs 2 hours 44 minutes (164 minutes).
When was Nenjil Oor Aalayam released?
Nenjil Oor Aalayam was released on January 26, 1962.
Who directed Nenjil Oor Aalayam?
Nenjil Oor Aalayam was directed by C. V. Sridhar.
More films by C. V. Sridhar Who is in the cast of Nenjil Oor Aalayam?
Nenjil Oor Aalayam stars Kalyan Kumar as Murali, Devika as Seetha and R. Muthuraman as Venu, among 8 credited actors.
Does Nenjil Oor Aalayam have a post-credit scene?
No. Nenjil Oor Aalayam has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Nenjil Oor Aalayam in?
The original language of Nenjil Oor Aalayam is Tamil.
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