Achamillai Achamillai

Achamillai Achamillai

Achamillai Achamillai

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Achamillai Achamillai

1984

2h 40m

6.5(2 votes)

Drama

Overview

Achamillai Achamillai is a 1984 Indian Tamil language political satire film directed by K. Balachander. It stars Rajesh and Saritha in the lead with Pavithra, Delhi Ganesh and Charle in other prominent roles. The film deals with party switching and depicts its influence on the lives of small-time politicians. The film met with critical acclaim, winning three awards at the 32nd Filmfare Awards South, as well as the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil.

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6 members

Acting

Saritha

Thenmozhi

Saritha

Acting

Rajesh

Ulaganathan

Rajesh

Acting

Pavithra

Alangaram

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Acting

Delhi Ganesh

Unknown Role

Delhi Ganesh

Acting

Charle

Unknown Role

Charle

Acting

Achamillai Gopi

Unknown Role

Achamillai Gopi

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