Paasamalargal

Paasamalargal
Theatrical release poster
Directed bySuresh Chandra Menon
Written bySuresh Chandra Menon
K. S. Adhiyaman (dialogues)
Produced bySuresh Chandra Menon
StarringArvind Swamy
Revathi
CinematographyMuthu Ganesh
Edited byR. D. Shekhar
Music byV. S. Narasimhan
Production
company
Tele Photo Films
Release date
  • 4 February 1994 (1994-02-04)
CountryIndia
LanguageTamil

Paasamalargal (transl. Flowers of love) is a 1994 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Suresh Chandra Menon. The film stars Arvind Swamy and Revathi.[1] It was released on 4 February 1994.

Plot

Sakthi (Arvind Swamy) is a wealthy businessman who lives a luxurious life but is known for his arrogance and self-centered attitude. He has little interest in social activities, relationships, or helping others and remains focused only on his own comfort and business affairs. He avoids responsibilities beyond his personal life and does not understand the struggles of people around him.

Raj's life begins to change when he comes across the difficulties faced by six orphan girls. Initially, he becomes involved in helping them for reasons connected to his own image and reputation rather than genuine affection. However, as he starts spending time with the girls and learns about their hardships, his attitude gradually changes. He takes responsibility for their education, upbringing, and future, becoming their guardian and strongest source of support.

During this period, Raj meets Asha (Revathi), a compassionate woman who understands his efforts towards the girls. Asha's kindness and concern bring a positive influence into Raj's life. As they work together for the welfare of the girls, Raj and Asha develop a close relationship and eventually fall in love. Among the girls supported by Raj is Vineetha (Vineetha) who is in a relationship with Kumar (Ajith Kumar), leaves the orphanage to live with Kumar.

Raj's life changes when he is diagnosed with cancer. He hides the seriousness of his illness from Asha and the girls because he does not want their happiness to be affected. Despite his declining health, Raj continues to make arrangements for the girls' future and ensures that they will be taken care of after him.

As Raj's condition worsens, Asha and the girls come to know about his illness. They stand by him and realize the sacrifices he has made for them. Raj's illness creates a difficult situation for everyone, as the girls who depended on him must face the possibility of losing the person who protected and supported them. The film ends with Raj's struggle against his illness and the impact of his love and sacrifice on the lives of Asha and the girls.

Cast

Production

Ajith Kumar was cast in the film after he had appeared in a television advertisement shot by P. C. Sreeram for Suresh Menon's company.[2] His voice was dubbed by Vikram, who also dubbed his voice in Amaravathi (1993).[3] Ajith's role was roughly one minute long, and his remuneration around ₹2,500 (equivalent to ₹16,000 or US$170 in 2023).[4][5]

Soundtrack

The music was composed by V. S. Narasimhan, with lyrics by Vairamuthu.[6][7] It is the last film for which Narasimhan composed music.[8]

Track listing
No.TitleSinger(s)Length
1."Valarum Valarum"S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Sujatha and children 
2."Shenbaga Poovai"S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Sujatha and children 
3."Vandhanam"Suresh Peters and children 
4."Vanna Pirindhu"Children 
5."Sandhithom Sandhithom"Children 
6."Azhagana Veedu"Sujatha and children 
7."Vanna Vanna"Children 

Release and reception

Paasamalargal was released on 4 February 1994.[9] Writing for The Indian Express, Malini Mannath called it "a decent wholesome family entertainer".[10] Thulasi of Kalki found the cinematography and music as the film's positive points.[11]

References

  1. ↑ Rajitha (15 September 1999). "Pyar to hona hi tha". Rediff.com. Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 14 July 2011.
  2. ↑ Rajitha (4 April 2011). "The Star Next Door". Rediff.com. Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 14 July 2011.
  3. ↑ V, Ajith (28 February 2024). "அஜித், அரவிந்த் சாமி இணைந்து நடித்த ஒரே படம்.. அஜித்துக்கு இதுல டப்பிங் குரல் கொடுத்தது இந்த பிரபல நடிகரா?". Tamil Minutes (in Tamil). Archived from the original on 28 August 2025. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
  4. ↑ "அஜித் 2500 ரூபாய் சம்பளம் வாங்கினார்- சுரேஷ் மேனன் தகவல்". Webdunia (in Tamil). 26 March 2018. Archived from the original on 26 April 2026. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
  5. ↑ "'தல' அஜித் வாங்கிய முதல் சம்பளம் எவ்வளவு தெரியுமா?". Samayam (in Tamil). 19 March 2017. Archived from the original on 22 March 2017. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
  6. ↑ "Paasa Malargal". AVDigital. Archived from the original on 13 October 2022. Retrieved 13 October 2022.
  7. ↑ "Paasa Malargal". Raaga.com. Archived from the original on 6 June 2019. Retrieved 13 October 2022.
  8. ↑ "V.S. Narasimhan". Screen4Screen. Archived from the original on 13 May 2025. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
  9. ↑ "Paasamalargal". The Indian Express. 4 February 1994. p. 4. Retrieved 7 March 2019 – via Google News Archive.
  10. ↑ Mannath, Malini (11 February 1994). "Fun with orphans". The Indian Express. p. 6. Retrieved 19 December 2018 – via Google News Archive.
  11. ↑ துளசி (20 February 1994). "பாசமலர்கள்". Kalki (in Tamil). p. 3. Retrieved 13 February 2023 – via Internet Archive.
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