Legendary Tamil filmmaker K Bhagyaraj died at a private hospital here on Saturday after suffering a massive heart attack. In his illustrious career, the veteran artist has left a remarkable legacy in Indian cinema. He directed several big hits which were enjoyed by the audience. Remembering him, let’s take a look at some of his most iconic films that made him one of the best Tamil filmmakers.
‘Thural Ninnu Pochu ‘
K. Directed by Bhagyaraj, the film was a romantic family drama that released in 1982 and became a huge success. It tells the story of two lovers who face family opposition and pressure. In the film Chelladurai and Mangalam fall in love while planning their arranged wedding. However, they were separated after the groom’s family demanded exorbitant dowry.
‘Mouna Githangal ‘
Another romantic comedy family drama film, ‘Mouna Githangal’ stars Sarita alongside Bhagyaraj. The film revolves around love, marriage, misunderstanding and forgiveness in a touching way. It focuses on the emotional breakdown of a marriage. With strong performances and relatable characters, it connected well with the audience and became a commercial hit.
‘Oru Qaidyain Diary ‘
The film is a crime thriller released in 1985 starring another Tamil cinema legend Kamal Haasan. It shows the journey of a man who seeks justice after spending years in prison for a heinous crime. He returns to exact revenge on the three powerful men who are actually responsible.
‘final road ‘
Released in 1986, the film featured two of Bollywood’s biggest stars including Amitabh Bachchan and Sridevi. Written and directed by K Bhagyaraj, we see Big B in the dual role of father and son. The action thriller shows a man fighting for revenge against the corrupt. The film became a major commercial success in Hindi cinema.
‘beautiful roots ‘
The film is a comedy drama where a young student has a crush on his teacher, who shows no interest in him. However, things take a complicated turn when the professor gets married and she starts creating problems in his life. Bhagyaraj’s witty writing, straightforward direction and engaging screenplay helped the movie become a successful entertainer.
