Poikkal Kudhirai
1983, Tamil. Directed by K. Balachander.
Poikkal Kudhirai is a 1983 Tamil-language Indian comedy feature film directed by K. Balachander and produced by Kalaivani. Starring Viji and Raveendran, the film had Ramakrishna and lyricist Vaali making their acting debuts. Kamal Haasan appeared in a guest role. Poikkal Kudhirai was based on Crazy Mohan's play Marriage Made in Saloon. Poikkal Kuthirai is an hilarious depiction of how Sambandam (Vaali) — who bets on each and every small thing and wins — and Indu (Ramakrishnan) enter into a bet at a saloon owned by Muthu (Ravindar). The bet is that Indu will win Sambadam's daughter Janaki's (Viji) heart and marry her. If Muthu is successful in his mission, Sambandam will shave half of his moustache for their marriage. If he fails, Muthu will shave his head. Who wins the bet is the film's narrative.
- Runtime
- 2h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Tamil
- Rated
- U
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Poikkal Kudhirai is streaming on Eros Now Select in India.
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- Released
- 2 September 1983
- Country
- India
- Written by
- K. Balachander, Crazy Mohan
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Poikkal Kudhirai runs 148 minutes (2h 28m).
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Poikkal Kudhirai is rated U in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
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Poikkal Kudhirai is streaming on Eros Now Select in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Poikkal Kudhirai?
If you liked Poikkal Kudhirai, try Padayappa, Hurry Sundown, Vanya on 42nd Street.
Who directed Poikkal Kudhirai?
Poikkal Kudhirai (1983) was directed by K. Balachander and stars Ramakrishna, Viji, Raveendran.