Panithirai
Panithirai
1961, Tamil. Directed by Muktha Srinivasan.
Shakuntala's family believes that she brings bad luck as her mother died as soon as she was born. She faces lot of criticism until she meets Mohan, a young man, who is against superstitions.
- Runtime
- 3h 0m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Tamil
- Rated
- U
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- Released
- 29 December 1961
- Original title
- பனித்திரை
- Country
- India
- Written by
- G. Balasubramanyam
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How long is Panithirai?
Panithirai runs 180 minutes (3h 0m).
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Panithirai is rated U in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Panithirai on?
Panithirai isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 29 December 1961. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Panithirai?
If you liked Panithirai, try The Secret: Dare to Dream, A Ring of Endless Light, Flamingo Road.
Who directed Panithirai?
Panithirai (1961) was directed by Muktha Srinivasan and stars Gemini Ganesan, B. Saroja Devi, K. A. Thangavelu.