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Padikkadavan
Two brothers are ousted from their house by their stepbrother's wife. Years later, when one of the brothers is framed for a murder, his stepbrother, who is a judge, returns as a lawyer to save him.
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Plot Summary
Padikkadavan tells the story of Mani, a good-hearted but unemployed young man who gets entangled in various situations due to his close association with his friends and their misadventures. He finds himself repeatedly clashing with a local gangster and eventually takes on the responsibility of protecting a young woman from danger. The film follows his journey as he navigates through personal challenges, loyalty, and a quest for justice.
Critical Reception
Padikkadavan was a commercial success, praised for its action sequences and Rajinikanth's charismatic performance. It resonated well with the masses, establishing itself as a popular entertainer of its time.
What Reviewers Say
Rajinikanth's electrifying screen presence is the film's biggest draw.
The action sequences are well-choreographed and a highlight for fans.
The story, while familiar, is executed with enough flair to entertain.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the energetic performance of Rajinikanth and the engaging action, making it a memorable film for fans of his earlier works.
Fun Fact
The film features a popular song sequence filmed in Switzerland, which was quite a novelty for Tamil cinema in the mid-1980s.
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