

Dharmathin Thalaivan
1988, Tamil. Directed by S. P. Muthuraman.
When Raju loses his soft-spoken, loving elder brother Balu in a fight, he gives up his violent ways. However, his life changes for the better when he meets his brother's lookalike, who is a criminal.
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Tamil
- Rated
- U
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Dharmathin Thalaivan is streaming on Eros Now Select in India.
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Details
- Released
- 24 September 1988
- Original title
- தர்மத்தின் தலைவன்
- Country
- India
- Written by
- Panchu Arunachalam
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Dharmathin Thalaivan runs 150 minutes (2h 30m).
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Dharmathin Thalaivan parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Dharmathin Thalaivan is rated U in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Dharmathin Thalaivan on?
Dharmathin Thalaivan is streaming on Eros Now Select in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Dharmathin Thalaivan?
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Who directed Dharmathin Thalaivan?
Dharmathin Thalaivan (1988) was directed by S. P. Muthuraman and stars Rajinikanth, Prabhu, Suhasini Maniratnam.