Gramathu Athiyayam


Gramathu Athiyayam is a 1980 Indian Tamil-language film directed by C. Rudraiah. The film stars Nandakumar, Sundar and Swarnalatha. It was released on 19 September 1980.

Cast

Production

Gramathu Athiyayam was the second and final film to be directed by C. Rudraiah after Aval Appadithan. Jayabharathi who went on to direct films like Kudisai and Uchi Veyil was initially selected as lead actor even Kamal Haasan was also speculated for lead role; since he was in London for a month for a film by K. Balachander, he was replaced by a newcomer Nandakumar. Saritha was also initially chosen as lead actress before she also got replaced.

Soundtrack

The soundtrack was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, with lyrics written by Gangai Amaran.

Release and reception

Gramathu Athiyayam was released on 19 September 1980. Nalini Sastry of Kalki praised the cinematography, music and crisp dialogues and also praised that the director's talent shows in not only portraying a girl's story but also her emotions and concluded calling it an emotionally affecting film. Anna praised the acting, cinematography, music and concluded that though not as good as his debut film Aval Appadithan, one cannot ignore it as bad.