Mannava (film)

Last updated

Mannava
Mannava film poster.jpg
Poster
Directed byL. M. Balaji
Written byA. Jeeva Kumaran
Produced byShanthi
Starring Prashanth
Sanghavi
CinematographyImayavaramban
Edited byD. S. Maniam
Music by Deva
Production
company
Star Movies
Release date
  • 21 February 1997 (1997-02-21)
Running time
145 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageTamil

Mannava is a 1997 Indian Tamil-language action comedy film directed by L. M. Balaji and produced by Shanthi. The film stars Prashanth and Sanghavi, while Deva composed the film's music. [1]

Contents

Plot

Eshwar is the son of R. Sundarrajan and Vadivukkarasi. He has a naturally helpful personality and will come to the rescue of anyone who is in difficulties. Eshwar's friend faces a problem marrying his fiancée. Eshwar helps his friend, which leads to a skirmish brawl, and Eshwar also falls in love with his friend's sister Kavitha. When Eshwar's love was accepted by both parents, they approach an astrologer, who predicts Eshwar to be isolated for some time to avoid disaster in his life. Eshwar arrives with his friend Mani to their estate in Coonoor – Ooty, where numerous incidents take place. At one point of time, Sinthamani, a mentally retarded, forcibly takes asylum in Eshwar's estate. A local thug Kabali tries to molest Sinthamani, and Eshwar chases Kabali away. Later, Kabali was found dead. Suriya, a police inspector, is deputed for investigating this case. Suriya is a relative of Kavitha, and they were supposed to marry. The investigation reveals evidence, and Eshwar is blamed for Kabali's murder. What happens next is to be watched.

Cast

Soundtrack

The soundtrack was composed by Deva. [2] Kumar Sanu made his Tamil debut with the song "Yamma Yamma" for this film. [3]

SongSinger(s)LyricsDuration
"Indhu Maha Samudrame" Hariharan, K. S. Chithra Palani Bharathi 05:27
"Indhu Maha Samudrame" Unni Krishnan, K. S. Chithra05:18
"Thelu Kadichiduchi" S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Swarnalatha Vairamuthu 04:46
"Nee Oru Romiyo"S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, K. S. Chithra Vaali 04:47
"Yemma Yemma" Kumar Sanu 04:41
"Gaana Porandhadhu"S. P. Balasubrahmanyam03:55
"Pa Pa Chinna Pappa"Hariharan, SwarnalathaVairamuthu05:36
"Un Manathai"Hariharan00:50

Reception

K. Vijiyan of New Straits Times called the film "above average, the kind you won't be tired of (except maybe during some of the songs)". [4]

Related Research Articles

<i>Jodi</i> (1999 film) 1999 Indian film

Jodi (transl. Couple) is a 1999 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy drama film directed by Praveenkanth and produced by Sunanda Murali Manohar. The film stars Prashanth and Simran, with Vijayakumar, Nassar and Srividya in supporting roles. The soundtrack is composed by A. R. Rahman, featuring music reused from his own earlier soundtrack for the Hindi film Doli Saja Ke Rakhna, except for the song Oru Poiyavathu. Due to Rahman's unavailability, Praveen signed Sabesh–Murali to quickly compose the background score. The film was released on 9 September 1999, and became commercially successful. It was remade in Kannada in 2006 as Sajni.

<i>Kadhal Kottai</i> 1996 Indian film

Kadhal Kottai is a 1996 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film written and directed by Agathiyan, and produced by Sivasakthi Movie Makers. The film stars Ajith Kumar and Devayani, with Heera, Thalaivaasal Vijay, and Karan in supporting roles. It revolves around two people who develop a romance anonymously.

<i>Periyanna</i> 1999 Indian film

Periyanna is a 1999 Indian Tamil-language action drama film directed by S. A. Chandrasekhar, starring Suriya, Meena and Manasa with Vijayakanth in an extended cameo role as the title character. The soundtrack for this film was composed by debutant music director Bharani. The film released on 14 April 1999.

<i>Sandhippoma</i> 1998 Indian film

Sandhippoma is a 1998 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Indrakumar. The film stars Suriya and Preetha Vijayakumar, while Radhika, Prakash Raj, Sarath Babu and Ambika also play significant roles. This film marks Suriya's first solo lead role in a film and Preetha's Tamil film debut. Deva composed the film's soundtrack while Rathnavelu handled the camera work. The film released on 9 July 1998.

<i>Kaadhale Nimmadhi</i> 1998 film by Indhran

Kaadhale Nimmadhi is a 1998 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Indhran. The film stars Murali, Suriya, Jeevitha Sharma and Sangeetha. Radhika, Manivannan and Nassar also play significant roles in the film, while Deva composed the soundtrack. The film was released on 14 January 1998.

<i>Arunachalam</i> (film) 1997 film by Sundar C.

Arunachalam is a 1997 Indian Tamil-language masala film directed by Sundar C. and written by Crazy Mohan. The film stars Rajinikanth, Soundarya and Rambha, with Jaishankar, Ravichandran and Visu in supporting roles. It revolves around a village simpleton, who later discovers he is the heir of a deceased billionaire, but must face extreme challenges to claim his father's inheritance.

<i>Once More</i> (1997 film) 1997 Indian film

Once More is a 1997 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy film directed by S. A. Chandrasekhar. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, Vijay, Simran, and Saroja Devi, while Manivannan, Charle, S. S. Chandran and Anju Aravind play supporting roles. It incorporates footage from Iruvar Ullam (1963) as flashback scenes of Ganesan and Saroja.

<i>Anantha Poongatre</i> 1999 Indian film

Anantha Poongatre is a 1999 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film written and directed by Raj Kapoor. The film stars Ajith Kumar and Meena in the lead roles, with Malavika in a supporting role and Karthik in a guest appearance. The film is based upon how respect can be mistaken as love by circumstances.

<i>Raasaiyya</i> 1995 Indian film

Raasaiyya is a 1995 Indian Tamil-language romance film written by R. Selvaraj which is the directorial debut of his younger brother R. Kannan, and produced by T. Siva. The film stars Prabhu Deva and Roja. It revolves around the life struggle and love life of the character played by the title character. The film was released on 24 August 1995, and failed at the box office.

<i>Poomagal Oorvalam</i> 1999 Indian film

Poomagal Oorvalam is a 1999 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy drama film written and directed by Rasu Madhuravan in his debut. The film stars Prashanth and Rambha. The film's score and soundtrack are composed by Siva. The film released on 30 April 1999, and became a commercial success.

<i>Time</i> (1999 film) 1999 Indian film

Time is a 1999 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Geetha Krishna. The film stars Prabhu Deva, Simran and Radhika Chaudhari. It was released on 3 December 1999.

<i>Maanasthan</i> 2004 Indian film

Manasthan is a 2004 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by K.Bharathi. The film stars Sarathkumar and Sakshi Shivanand. Abbas, Vijayakumar and Sujatha play supporting roles. It was released on 11 June 2004.

<i>En Aasai Machan</i> 1994 Indian film

En Aasai Machan is a 1994 Indian Tamil-language drama film written and directed by R. Sundarrajan. The film stars Vijayakanth, Murali, Revathi and Ranjitha. It was released on 26 August 1994.

<i>Kanmani</i> (film) 1994 Indian film

Kanmani is a 1994 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film, directed by R. K. Selvamani. The film stars Prashanth and Mohini, while Sujatha, Lakshmi and Jaishankar play supporting roles. It was released on 31 July 1994.

<i>Kattabomman</i> (film) 1993 Indian film

Kattabomman is a 1993 Indian Tamil-language masala film written and directed by Manivasagam. The film stars Sarathkumar and Vineetha. It was released on 13 November 1993 during Diwali.

<i>Senthamizh Selvan</i> 1994 film by Manoj Kumar

Senthamizh Selvan is a 1994 Indian Tamil-language action drama film, written and directed by Manoj Kumar. The film stars Prashanth and Madhoo, while music was given by M. S. Viswanathan and Ilaiyaraaja as a team. It was released on 12 August 1994.

<i>Purusha Lakshanam</i> 1993 Indian film

Purusha Lakshanam is a 1993 Indian Tamil-language drama film, written and directed by K. S. Ravikumar from a story by P. Vasu. The film stars Jayaram and Khushbu. It was released on 3 December 1993. The film was remade as Bhale Pellam in Telugu and in Mangalya Bandhana in Kannada.

Pattathu Raani is a 1992 Indian Tamil-language comedy film directed by Manivasagam. The film stars Vijayakumar and Gautami, leading an ensemble cast including Manorama, Goundamani, Janagaraj, Senthil, Delhi Ganesh and Manivasagam. It was released on 14 August 1992.

Ravanan is a 1994 Indian Tamil language film directed by E. Ramdoss. The film stars Mansoor Ali Khan and Ahana, with Manorama, R. Sundarrajan, Rajesh, Vadivukkarasi, Pandu, Thyagu and B. Ashokarajan playing supporting roles. It was released on 14 January 1994.

Veettukulle Thiruvizha is a 1996 Indian Tamil language romantic comedy film directed by K. R. S. Jawahar. The film stars Anand Babu, Sanghavi, Rohini and Vinodhini, with R. Sundarrajan, Vadivukkarasi, Vijaya Chandrika, Jai Ganesh, Kumarimuthu, K. K. Soundar and Pandu playing supporting roles. It was released on 30 December 1996.

References

  1. "Mannava ( 1997 )". Cinesouth. Archived from the original on 3 October 2012. Retrieved 18 August 2013.
  2. "Mannava Tamil Film Audio CD by Deva". Mossymart. Archived from the original on 14 January 2024. Retrieved 14 January 2024.
  3. Thiagarajan, Actor (4 July 2014). "Prashnath's Solo song a haunting peculiar new unheard voice in Tamilnadu was required". Facebook . Retrieved 3 July 2024.
  4. Vijiyan, K. (15 March 1997). "When soothsayers complicate the path of love". New Straits Times . pp. Arts 4. Archived from the original on 10 June 2024. Retrieved 9 January 2024 via Google News Archive.