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Kaviya Thalaivi

1970Movie2 h 44 min

DramaRomance
80
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0

A deeply moving, romantic romance movie about family and everyday modern life.

Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults

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Not for laughs, scares or comfort.

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Story

Devi is in love with Suresh, a lawyer, but is forced to marry Paranthaman, an alcoholic gambler. Devi escapes from him, and obtains work as a dancer in Hyderabad where she gives birth to a daughter named Krishna. When Vasu tries to kidnap the child, she has Suresh adopt her.

Feels like

  • Melodramatic Romance
  • Family Conflict
  • Social Commentary
  • Tragic Love Story
  • Character-Driven Drama
  • Emotional Struggle
  • Maternal Sacrifice
  • Indian Cinema Classic
  • Intriguing Plot Twists

Cast

4 of 4

Crew

Directed by
K. Balachander
Written by
K. Balachander
Produced by
Sowcar Janaki
Music by
M. S. Viswanathan

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

October 29, 1970 · 2 h 44 min · Violence, Drug Use, Disturbing Imagery

Released
October 29, 1970
Runtime
2 h 44 min
Content
Violence, Drug Use, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Romance, Drama, Family
Original language
Tamil
Made in
India

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is Kaviya Thalaivi worth watching?"

Questions about Kaviya Thalaivi

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Kaviya Thalaivi worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80 (IMDb 7).

Is Kaviya Thalaivi good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 8 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is Kaviya Thalaivi plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Kaviya Thalaivi in English?

Tamil

No, it was made in Tamil.