Rajakumari (1947 film)
Rajakumari (lit. 'Princess') is a 1947 Tamil language Indian film directed by A. S. A. Sami, starring M. G. Ramachandran and K. Malathi in the lead roles.[2] M. Karunanidhi assisted in script.
| Rajakumari | |
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | A. S. A. Sami |
| Produced by | Jupiter Pictures |
| Written by | A. S. A. Sami |
| Screenplay by | A. S. A. Sami |
| Story by | A. S. A. Sami |
| Starring | M. G. Ramachandran K. Malathi M. R. Saminathan T. S. Balaiah K. Thavamani Devi M. N. Nambiar |
| Music by | S. M. Subbaiah Naidu |
| Cinematography | W. R. Subba Rao U. Krishnan |
| Edited by | D. Durairaj |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | Jupiter Pictures |
Release date | 11 April 1947[1] |
Running time | 134 mins |
| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
Cast
The list is compiled from The Hindu article[2] and the opening credits of the film
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Crew
- Art Direction - A. J. Dominic
- Choreography - Kumar, Madhavan, Hari Govind & Mrs. Rainford (English)
- Make-up - A. Mukunda Kumar
- Audiography - A. Govindaswamy
Production
Jupiter Pictures partner Somu asked A. S. A. Sami to create a screenplay that he himself could direct with artistes on the payroll of the company. However, when he read Sami's screenplay, he suggested that P. U. Chinnappa and T. R. Rajakumari, who were in the forefront at that time, play the lead roles. But Sami requested Somu to stick to the original decision. M. G. Ramachandran was on Jupiter's payroll. His looks were handsome and he had an athletic body. Also, the Siva-Parvathi dance he performed with K. Malathi in Jupiter's 1946 production Sri Murugan was impressive. MGR and Malathi were asked to play the lead roles. After more than half the film was shot, the company's other partner S. K. Mohideen felt the project be abandoned. Somu weighed the consequences in the light of future career of Sami and MGR. He told his partner that a decision could be taken on completion of the film.[2]
"Rajakumari" was MGR's 15th film and first film as leading actor. Director of this film, ASA Samy arranged a wrestler called Kamaludeen to participate in a fight sequence for the film. But MGR insisted to have Sandow M. M. A. Chinnappa Thevar who had been acting in small roles to do the role. At first director was not interested to have him in the film, but later agreed.[3] K. Thavamani Devi who was a talented dancer and singer played the role of a vamp. At one point she came for shooting wearing a dress with a plunging neckline (something unseen those days). It caused ripples on the set.[2]
Soundtrack
Music was composed by S. M. Subbaiah Naidu while the lyrics were penned by Udumalai Narayana Kavi.
| No. | Song | Singer/s | Duration (m:ss) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vaazhvom Vaazhvom | 02:12 | |
| 2 | Kannara Kaanpadhenro | M. M. Mariyappa | 02:09 |
| 3 | Maaran Avadhaaram | 03:15 | |
| 4 | Maamayilena Nadamaaduraal | 03:06 | |
| 5 | Neyramithe Nalla .. Sukumaaran | 02:13 | |
| 6 | Paampaatti Chiththanaye | 02:59 | |
| 7 | Paattil Enna Solven Paangi | 03:27 | |
| 8 | Thirumuga Ezhilai Thirudi Kondathu | M. M. Mariyappa & .. | 02;53 |
Reception
Rajakumari turned out to be a commercial success with huge profits. In 2008, film historian Randor Guy said it would be "Remembered for: the debut of M. G. Ramachandran as hero and A. S. A. Sami as director.[2]
External links
References
- Film News Anandan (23 October 2004). Sadhanaigal Padaitha Thamizh Thiraipada Varalaru [History of Landmark Tamil Films] (in Tamil). Chennai: Sivakami Publishers. Archived from the original on 15 November 2017.
- "Rajakumari 1947". The Hindu. 5 September 2008. Archived from the original on 18 January 2015. Retrieved 16 January 2017.
- "dinakaran". Web.archive.org. 21 January 2001. Archived from the original on 21 January 2001. Retrieved 14 May 2015.