Celebrating a remarkable milestone in Indian cinema, the Tamil film Kattila Thottila marked its 50th anniversary on September 28. Directed and written by Malliyam Rajagopal, this cinematic gem is a remake of the 1972 Kannada film Naa Mechida Huduga, exploring the complex subject of divorce in India.
The movie boasts an illustrious cast, with iconic actors Gemini Ganesan and P. Bhanumathi in the lead roles. Notably, P. Bhanumathi is celebrated as the first female superstar of Telugu cinema. Complementing their performances, the film also features Sivakumar, along with actresses Kalpana and Manorama in prominent roles.
Kattila Thottila stands out for its progressive portrayal of a modern family, emphasizing equality between spouses in terms of choices and rituals. The director deftly weaves a message of gender equality into the narrative, all while infusing comedic elements to create an engaging and lighthearted cinematic experience.
Even half a century after its release, Kattila Thottila continues to captivate audiences and remains a beloved choice for weekend family entertainment, showcasing its enduring relevance and appeal in the world of Indian cinema.
The story of the movie revolves around a husband and a wife along with their three children. Gemini Ganesan played the role of husband in the movie while Bhanumathi played the role of wife. In the movie, the couple earned handsome money as the wife was the doctor while the husband was the lawyer. They both decide to run the family with an agreement that both of them would contribute equally to the family expenses.
After a series of arguments between the husband and wife, the couple decides to divorce. In the end, after the drama put on by the children and their colleagues, the husband and the wife are reunited and stay happily ever after. Actress Bhanumathi’s performance was widely appreciated by the movie critics and the audience after the release of the movie. Manorama played the role of Bhanumathi’s assistant and spoke the Malayalam language during the whole movie.
Late actress Bhanumathi was known for her strong roles and ideology in Telugu and Tamil film industry. The Padma Bhushan awardee actress is respected by all the leading actors and superstars of the South movie industry. Apart from acting, Bhanumathi was also a good singer. The actress was allegedly a staunch hater of patriarchy in society. Most of the roles played by Bhanumathis were self-deprecating female characters. One such movie was Kattila Thottila.
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