Nammavar
Nammavar

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Nammavar

1994
Movie
178 min
Tamil

Selvam, the new vice principal of a college, tries to transform the behaviour of troublemaking students while fighting an inner war.

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IMDb7.9/10
Director: K. S. RavikumarGenres: Action, Drama

Plot Summary

An idealistic college professor, Sundar, is passionate about education and empowering his students. However, he finds himself in a difficult situation when he clashes with a corrupt politician and a gangster who threaten the college's future and his life. The film follows his struggle to maintain his principles and protect his students amidst these challenges.

Critical Reception

Nammavar was a critical and commercial success, praised for its strong performances, particularly Kamal Haasan's, and its socially relevant themes. It resonated with audiences for its portrayal of education and the fight against corruption.

What Reviewers Say

  • Kamal Haasan delivers a powerful and nuanced performance as the principled professor.

  • The film effectively balances social commentary with gripping action sequences.

  • Praised for its direction and strong supporting cast, particularly Sathyaraj and Gautami.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's strong message about education and the heroic portrayal of the protagonist. Kamal Haasan's performance is frequently cited as a major strength.

Awards & Accolades

Kamal Haasan won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actor for his role in the film.

Fun Fact

Kamal Haasan reportedly took a pay cut for this film to ensure its quality and allow for better production values.

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