Panchadara Chilaka Telugu Movie
Director: Kodi Ramakrishna
Screenplay: Mullapudi Venkata Ramana
Adapted from: “Oru Thalai Ragam” by T. Rajendar
Cast: Srikanth, Kausalya
Music: S. A. Rajkumar
Production Company: Divya Art Pictures
Release Date: 29 October 1999
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Cast:
- Srikanth in the role of Murali
- Kausalya portraying Kalyani
- Prithvi as Prithvi
- M. S. Narayana playing the college principal
- Ali featuring as Ali
- Naveen Choudhary as Jagan
- Renuka in the role of Kalyani’s elder sister
Sound Track
Lyrics for all tracks penned by Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry; and the entire music is composed by S. A. Rajkumar.
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Panchadara Chilaka Video Songs
“Anukunnana Enadyna” – Sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
“Mounamenduke Koila” – Sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
“Neeru Leni Nadilo” – Sung by Rajesh
“Chanda O Chanda” – Sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
“Haire Haire” – Sung by Rajesh
“Undi Undi Urimindi” – Sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
Original Tamil Movie : Oru Thalai Ragam (1980)
“Oru Thalai Ragam”: A Melodic Tale of Unrequited Love
“Oru Thalai Ragam,” translated as “One Side Love,” is a timeless Indian Tamil-language romantic musical film from the year 1980. Crafted by Rajendar, the film’s captivating narrative is produced under the esteemed guidance of E. M. Ibrahim, who holds credit for its direction. The cinematic canvas features Shankar and Roopa in the lead roles, with notable support from Raveendar, Chandrasekhar, Kailashnath, Kumari Usha, and Thyagu.
The heart of the story revolves around a college student who finds himself falling deeply in love with his classmate. Despite her reciprocal feelings for him, she remains restrained in her expressions, leaving their love unrequited.
“Oru Thalai Ragam” made its cinematic debut on May 2, 1980, creating ripples of both admiration and popularity. The film not only earned praise from critics but also emerged as a significant box office triumph, enthralling audiences for over a year on the silver screen. The cinematic brilliance was recognized with the prestigious Cinema Express Award for Best Tamil Film.
The impact of “Oru Thalai Ragam” extended beyond its original release, inspiring a Telugu adaptation titled “Panchadara Chilaka” in 1999. This powerful narrative of unspoken love continues to resonate with audiences, immortalizing the magic of its melodies and the depth of its emotions.
(Uncredited Director: Rajendar)[a]
Screenplay: Team Mansoor Creations
Story: Rajendar
Producer: E. M. Ibrahim
Starring:
- Shankar
- Roopa
Cinematography: Robert–Rajasekar
Editing: D. Raj
Music:
- Songs: Rajendar
- Score: A. A. Raj
Production Company: Mansoor Creations
Distributed by: Mansoor Creations
Release Date: 2 May 1980
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Movie Plot:
n the narrative of “Oru Thalai Ragam,” Raja is a well-liked college student, admired by his peers for his popularity and charisma. Among his classmates is Subhadra, a quiet and sincere young woman who avoids speaking openly, even with her closest friend Lavanya. Subhadra carries a weighty secret stemming from her father’s abandonment of her mother and two daughters, suspecting her of a pre-marital romance. This history leaves them ostracized within their community, with Subhadra’s mother supporting her family by stitching clothes and being a subject of local gossip.
Despite these challenges, Subhadra remains focused on her studies, heeding her mother’s advice to avoid distractions and keeping a safe distance from her male classmates. Amid this environment, Subhadra becomes the target of teasing by her classmates Madhu, Kannan, and Thambu. They narrate rumors about her mother and speculate about her feelings for Raja. In these moments, Raja steps in to shield her from their mockery.
As time passes, Raja and Subhadra develop an unspoken bond. They become fond of each other and feel a void when they are apart, yet they never verbalize their feelings. Moorthy, Raja’s classmate, discerns his interest in Subhadra, and Lavanya also perceives Subhadra’s unspoken affinity for Raja.
One day, Raja gathers the courage to confess his love to Subhadra. However, her response is anger and rejection. Deep down, she shares his feelings, but her family’s history and her mother’s caution about men lead her to conceal her emotions. Disheartened, Raja vows to never broach the topic again, convinced that Subhadra will eventually reveal her love.
Their silent love persists, though fate takes a bitter turn when Raja falls seriously ill with liver jaundice. His absence from college leaves a void, and during this time, Lavanya learns of Raja’s profound love for Subhadra and the pain he endures. In a heated confrontation, Lavanya implores Subhadra to overcome her hesitations and confess her love to Raja.
As the academic year concludes, Subhadra’s mother discovers her daughter’s feelings and reacts with scorn. Empowered by a newfound determination, Subhadra resolves to express her love to Raja openly. However, fate intervenes once more. Raja’s health deteriorates, yet he and Moorthy embark on a train journey to revisit their college days. Subhadra, unaware of Raja’s deteriorating condition, spots him on the train and declares her love. The revelation is met with heartbreak as she learns that Raja has already passed away.
“Oru Thalai Ragam” masterfully weaves a tale of silent love, unspoken emotions, and the tragic irony that unfolds when true feelings remain concealed. The film’s powerful narrative serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities of human emotions and the often unforeseen twists that life presents.
Cast:
- Shankar in the role of Raja
- Roopa portraying Subhadra
- Raveendar as Madhu
- Chandrasekhar as Moorthy
- Kailashnath appearing as Thambu
- Kumari Usha as Lavanya
- Thyagu as Kannan
- Rajendar making a cameo appearance as a Hindi-singing student
Soundtrack: An Expressive Symphony of Emotion
The soul-stirring music of “Oru Thalai Ragam” was skillfully composed by Rajendar, who also lent his poetic touch to the lyrics. In a unique twist, where the lead characters’ spoken words are sparse, Archana Nathan of Scroll.in suggests that the songs themselves become a channel of communication between them, conveying emotions that words cannot. Rajender’s creative intentions are evident in the song “Idhu Kuzhandhai Paadum,” which he crafted to defy the boundaries of conventional grammar and leave an indelible mark on his debut film. These songs proved to be not just successful compositions but also solidified Rajendar’s stature as a renowned composer.
However, a twist of fate led to an unexpected turn in Rajendar’s musical journey. Although he had composed the score, he found himself uncredited for his efforts. The score he meticulously created was ultimately replaced by that of A. A. Raj. This experience left a deep impact on Rajendar, compelling him to take a solemn vow never to watch the film again.
Track Listing:
- “Vasamilla Malar Idhu” – Sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
- “Kadavul Vazhum” – Sung by P. Jayachandran
- “Koodaiyile Karuvaadu” – Sung by Malaysia Vasudevan
- “En Kadhai Mudiyum” – Sung by T. M. Soundararajan
- “Idhu Kuzhandhai Paadum” – Sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
- “Manmadhan” – Sung by Jolly Abraham
- “Naan Oru Raasiyilaa Raja” – Sung by T. M. Soundararajan
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