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37: Moondram Pirai
Release date: 1982
IMDb Rating: 8.6/10
Director: Balu Mahendra
Duration: 2h 23m
Genre: Romance/Thriller
Cast: Kamal Haasan, Sridevi, Y.G. Mahendran
“Moondram Pirai” is a Tamil drama that follows the story of Bhagyalakshmi, a young woman who suffers from retrograde amnesia after a traumatic incident. Rescued by a schoolteacher named Srinivasan, Bhagyalakshmi regresses to a childlike state, with no memory of her past life. Srinivasan takes on the responsibility of caring for her and attempts to help her regain her memory and independence. As their relationship deepens, Srinivasan faces the dilemma of whether to reveal Bhagyalakshmi’s past to her, knowing that it may cause her further distress.
Through its poignant narrative, “Moondram Pirai” explores themes of love, loss, and the fragility of memory. The film’s emotional depth and sensitive portrayal of Bhagyalakshmi’s journey resonate with audiences, offering a moving depiction of the human capacity for compassion and resilience in the face of adversity.
