Babu
Babu

Babu

1971Movie169 minTamil

Babu, a young man, falls in love with Kammo. When a thug rapes her, he murders him out of revenge, which leads to his arrest.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: T. Prakash RaoGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

The film follows the story of Babu, a young man struggling to make ends meet, who falls in love with the wealthy and beautiful Maya. Their love faces numerous obstacles, including societal differences, family opposition, and a manipulative rival. Babu must overcome these challenges to prove his worth and win Maya's hand. The narrative explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the triumph of the human spirit against adversity.

Critical Reception

Babu was a moderately successful film, appreciated for its melodramatic storyline and the performances of its lead actors. While it didn't receive significant critical acclaim, it resonated well with the audience for its emotional depth and romantic appeal, becoming a decent earner at the box office during its release.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its emotional narrative and romantic storyline.
  • The lead performances were generally well-received by audiences.
  • Seen as a typical masala entertainer of its era.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available in a summarized format for this film.

Fun Fact

The film is a remake of the 1968 Tamil film 'Thirudan'.

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