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Puthu Kavithai (1982): Cast

Puthu Kavithai (1982) movie poster

Puthu Kavithai is a 1982 family drama directed by S. P. Muthuraman, starring Rajinikanth as Anand, Jyothi and Sukumari. It runs 2 hours 19 minutes.

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Puthu Kavithai (1982) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 19m (139 min)
Director
S. P. Muthuraman
Genres
Drama , Family , Romance
Original language
Tamil
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Puthu Kavithai About?

The premise of Puthu Kavithai without spoilers.

Anand, a six‑time motorcycle champion, meets Uma, the daughter of the proud, wealthy Thilakavathy, after winning the title. Though Uma initially scorns him for his dark skin, she soon falls in love. Thilakavathy pretends to bless their marriage while secretly arranging Uma’s union with another, driving the film’s central conflict.

Puthu Kavithai Themes & Keywords

· 18 tags
  • love
  • remake
  • motorcycle
  • train
  • mother daughter relationship
  • forbidden love
  • class differences
  • heartbreak
  • rescue
  • wedding
  • deception
  • lie
+6 more
  • widow
  • drunkenness
  • pursuit
  • secret
  • woman
  • man
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Cast & crew

Puthu Kavithai Cast & Characters

Rajinikanth leads the cast as Anand, with Jyothi as Uma and Sukumari as Thilakavathy. Directed by S. P. Muthuraman; 7 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from S. P. Muthuraman

More films directed by S. P. Muthuraman: Pandiyan, Athisaya Piravi, Raja Chinna Roja and Dharmathin Thalaivan.

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Puthu Kavithai Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Pudu Kavithai” and “Puthukavithai”.

Also known as
  • Pudu Kavithai
  • Puthukavithai
  • Pudhukavithai

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Puthu Kavithai FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Puthu Kavithai, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Puthu Kavithai?

Puthu Kavithai runs 2 hours 19 minutes (139 minutes).

When was Puthu Kavithai released?

Puthu Kavithai was released on July 11, 1982.

Who directed Puthu Kavithai?

Puthu Kavithai was directed by S. P. Muthuraman.

More films by S. P. Muthuraman

Who is in the cast of Puthu Kavithai?

Puthu Kavithai stars Rajinikanth as Anand, Jyothi as Uma and Sukumari as Thilakavathy, among 7 credited actors.

Does Puthu Kavithai have a post-credit scene?

No. Puthu Kavithai has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Puthu Kavithai in?

The original language of Puthu Kavithai is Tamil.

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