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- 1985
- 2 hr 10 min
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6.2 (140)
Idaya Kovil is a 1985 Tamil romance film directed by S. P. Muthuraman. The film features Ambika, Mohan, and Radha in the lead roles while Goundamani, Senthil, and Charle play supporting roles. The film's soundtrack was composed by Ilaiyaraaja and was a superhit at the time of its release. The story revolves around a young woman named Saradha (Ambika) who is forced into marriage with her distant cousin, Ramanathan (Mohan). Saradha initially rejects Ramanathan's advances and dislikes him, but eventually falls in love with him when she realizes he is not as bad as she initially thought.
Their relationship is tested when Ramanathan's former girlfriend, Indu (Radha), enters the picture. Indu tries to win Ramanathan back, but he rejects her advances and reaffirms his love for Saradha. However, Indu is not willing to give up easily and continues to create problems for the couple.
The film is known for its beautiful music, including the popular songs "Ninaithu Ninaithu Parthen" and "Ennai Thottu Allikonda." The songs are still popular among Tamil music lovers and are often played at parties and weddings.
Ambika delivers a strong performance as Saradha, portraying a strong-willed and independent woman who eventually succumbs to love. Mohan also delivers a solid performance as Ramanathan, portraying a man torn between his past and present.
Overall, Idaya Kovil is a classic Tamil romance film that is still remembered and loved by fans of the genre. The film's beautiful music, strong performances, and compelling storyline make it a must-see for any Tamil movie aficionado.