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20: Kannathil Muthamittal
Release date: 2002
IMDb Rating: 8.3/10
Director: Mani Ratnam
Duration: 2h 16m
Genre: War/Musical
Cast: Keerthana Parthiepan, Simran, Madhavan
“Kannathil Muthamittal” is a Tamil drama that follows the story of Amudha, a young girl who learns about her adoption and sets out on a journey to find her biological mother. Adopted by a loving couple, Thiruchelvan and Indra, Amudha grows up in a happy household, unaware of her true origins. However, as she matures, Amudha becomes curious about her birth mother and her roots, prompting her parents to reveal the truth about her adoption.
Determined to uncover the secrets of her past, Amudha embarks on a quest with her father to war-torn Sri Lanka, where she hopes to reunite with her birth mother amidst the chaos of the civil war. Along the way, Amudha encounters the harsh realities of conflict and displacement, while also discovering the true meaning of family, love, and forgiveness. “Kannathil Muthamittal” is a poignant exploration of identity, belonging, and the bonds that connect us all, transcending borders and cultures with its universal message of hope and reconciliation.
