Pesum Deivam () is a 1967 Indian Tamil-language drama film, directed by K. S. Gopalakrishnan and produced by R. Balasubramaniam. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, Padmini, S. V. Ranga Rao and S. V. Sahasranamam. It was released on 14 April 1967. The film was remade in Kannada in 1996 as Jeevanadhi.
Plot
Lakshmi, after marrying Chandru, yearns for a child. Barren for a long time, they make special arrangements with their maid to adopt her unborn child. But their happiness is short-lived when the newborn baby dies. Their sadness is overtaken soon, when Lakshmi becomes pregnant. The child is born and is healthy. Does Lakshmi's wants end there? No, the child has a special problem.... and the wants continue.
Cast
Soundtrack The music was composed by K. V. Mahadevan, with lyrics by Vaali. The song "Nooraandu Kaalam Vaazhga" became popular, and is frequently performed at various events in Tamil Nadu, such as birthday parties and marriages. The song "Azhagu Deivam" is set to Kanada raga. Song Singers Length "Azhagu Deivam" T. M. Soundararajan, P. Susheela 04:53 "Idhaya Oonjal" T. M. Soundararajan, P. Susheela, P. Leela 06:43 "Naan Anuppuvadhu" T. M. Soundararajan 03:25 "Nooraandu Kaalam Vaazhga" Sarala, Soolamangalam Rajalakshmi, L. R. Eswari 04:04 "Pathu Maadham" T. M. Soundararajan, P. Susheela 04:21 "Pillai Selvame" S. Janaki 05:16
Reception Kalki positively reviewed the film for Ganesan and Padmini's performances, and the music.
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