Mappillai (1989)
DirectorRajashekar
StarringRajinikanth, Amala Akkineni, Srividya, Jaishankar
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Best for: Viewers who enjoy Rajinikanth-led family dramas built on ego clashes and revenge marriages.
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Mappillai story (no spoilers)
Rajarajeswari has Aarumugam's sister arrested after discovering the sister is in love with Rajarajeswari's son. In retaliation, Aarumugam decides to marry Rajarajeswari's daughter Geetha to teach Rajarajeswari a lesson. The film sets up this clash between Aarumugam and Rajarajeswari, with Geetha caught in the middle as the marriage becomes a weapon. The tone is dramatic, driven by the conflict between the two families and Aarumugam's plan for payback.
Should you watch Mappillai?
Watch it for
- Rajinikanth plays Aarumugam, the man who marries Geetha to settle a score with her mother.
- Amala Akkineni plays Geetha, the daughter drawn into Aarumugam's plan of revenge.
- Srividya plays Rajarajeswari, whose arrest of Aarumugam's sister sets the whole conflict in motion.
- Director Rajashekar and composer Ilaiyaraaja team up for this 1989 Tamil film running 150 minutes.
Skip it if
- You prefer films with clearly defined genres; no genres are listed for this movie.
- You want a short watch; the runtime is 150 minutes.
- You are looking for something outside a family-feud revenge story, which is the core of the plot.
Mappillai cast
Rajinikanthas Arumugam
Amala Akkinenias Geetha
Srividyaas Rajarajeswari
Jaishankaras Ramanathan
Nizhalgal Ravias Ravi
Vinu Chakravarthy
S. S. Chandran
Janaki
Dilip
Raja
R.S. Shivaji
ChiranjeeviMappillai movie details
| Director | Rajashekar |
|---|---|
| Writer | Panchu Arunachalam |
| Music | Ilaiyaraaja |
| Cinematography | J. V. Suresh |
| Producer | Allu Aravind |
| Release date | 28 October 1989 |
| Runtime | 2h 30m (150 minutes) |
| Original language | Tamil |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Tamil |
Parental guide: is Mappillai family friendly?
This is a general guide based on the film's genre and 1989 Tamil release; no certification is provided in the facts. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Our verdict
Mappillai gives Rajinikanth a role that mixes family loyalty with a stubborn plan for payback. The pairing with Amala Akkineni and the clash with Srividya's character drive the drama, and Ilaiyaraaja's music adds to the 1989 Tamil film experience. It is a straightforward revenge story that leans on its cast and director rather than on genre tricks.
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EnthiranFrequently asked questions
Where can I watch Mappillai online in India?
Mappillai is available for subscription streaming on Sun Nxt and VI movies and tv in India. It is not listed as free on any major Indian OTT platform.
When was Mappillai released?
Mappillai was released on 28 October 1989 in India. It was released in Tamil.
Who is in the cast of Mappillai?
The cast includes Rajinikanth as Arumugam, Amala Akkineni as Geetha, Srividya as Rajarajeswari, Jaishankar as Ramanathan, Nizhalgal Ravi as Ravi, Vinu Chakravarthy, S. S. Chandran, and Janaki.
Who directed Mappillai?
Mappillai was directed by Rajashekar. The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja.
What is the runtime of Mappillai?
Mappillai runs for 150 minutes. It is a Tamil-language film.
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