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Thavamai Thavamiruntu (2005): Cast & Plot

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Thavamai Thavamiruntu is a 2005 family drama starring Rajkiran as Muthaiah, Padmapriya Janakiraman and Cheran. It runs 3 hours 24 minutes.

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Thavamai Thavamiruntu (2005) movie poster
Released
Runtime
3h 24m (204 min)
Genres
Family , Drama
Original language
Tamil
After the credits
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The story

What Is Thavamai Thavamiruntu About?

The premise of Thavamai Thavamiruntu without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

The film sensitively portrays a father's relentless struggles as he places his children's well‑being above all else, striving to guide them toward decent, successful lives. Through quiet sacrifice and steadfast determination, his devotion shapes the family's journey.

Thavamai Thavamiruntu Themes & Keywords

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  • children
  • boy
  • boy skinny dipping
  • india
  • skinny dipping
  • bath
  • swimming
  • boy rear nudity
  • boy frontal nudity
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Cast & crew

Thavamai Thavamiruntu Cast & Characters

Rajkiran leads the cast as Muthaiah, with Padmapriya Janakiraman as Vasanthi Ramalingam and Cheran as Ramalingam.

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Plot

Thavamai Thavamiruntu Plot Summary

What happens in Thavamai Thavamiruntu from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The film opens with Muthaiah Rajkiran being admitted to the hospital after a serious head injury, a moment that instantly pulls the audience into a mystery about what happened. The incident is kept vague at first, quietly teasing the audience as the story unfolds.

Narrated by Muthaiah’s second son, Ramalingam Cheran, the tale begins with memories that drift back during a hospital visit. As Ramalingam returns to his home and catches a breath between tears and recollection, he pieces together the life of a father who carried a heavy load for his family. What follows is a long, patient meditation on sacrifice, hardship, and the quiet dignity of everyday resilience.

Full summary

The whole story of Thavamai Thavamiruntu, scene by scene

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Thavamai Thavamiruntu?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Who is the patriarch of the family whose head injury starts the film?

Details

Thavamai Thavamiruntu Also Known As

Also known as “Thavamai Thavamirundu”.

Also known as
  • Thavamai Thavamirundu

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FAQ

Thavamai Thavamiruntu FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Thavamai Thavamiruntu, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Thavamai Thavamiruntu?

Thavamai Thavamiruntu runs 3 hours 24 minutes (204 minutes).

When was Thavamai Thavamiruntu released?

Thavamai Thavamiruntu was released on October 31, 2005.

Who is in the cast of Thavamai Thavamiruntu?

Thavamai Thavamiruntu stars Rajkiran as Muthaiah, Padmapriya Janakiraman as Vasanthi Ramalingam and Cheran as Ramalingam, among 7 credited actors.

Does Thavamai Thavamiruntu have a post-credit scene?

No. Thavamai Thavamiruntu has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Thavamai Thavamiruntu in?

The original language of Thavamai Thavamiruntu is Tamil.

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