Macha Rekai is a 1950 Indian Tamil-language film directed by P. Pullaiah and produced by T. R. Mahalingam. It is based on Thanjai N. Ramaiah Dass' play of the same name. The film stars Mahalingam, S. Varalakshmi, Santha Kumari, B. R. Panthulu, Kumari Kamala and C. T. Rajakantham. It is also the feature film debut of Vijaya Nirmala, who portrays the younger version of Mahalingam's character. The film was released on 11 August 1950 and became a moderate success.
| Macha Rekai | |
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | P. Pullaiah |
| Story by | Thanjai N. Ramaiah Dass |
| Produced by | T. R. Mahalingam |
| Starring | T. R. Mahalingam S. Varalakshmi |
| Cinematography | Jithan Banerjee G. Vittal Rao |
| Edited by | T. M. Lal |
| Music by | C. R. Subburaman |
Production company | Sukumar Productions |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
Plot edit
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Cast edit
- T. R. Mahalingam as Macharaju
- Vijaya Nirmala as young Macharaju
- S. Varalakshmi[1]
- Santha Kumari[1]
- B. R. Panthulu[2]
- Kumari Kamala[3]
- C. T. Rajakantham[2]
Production edit
Macha Rekai was a play written by Thanjai N. Ramaiah Dass. Upon seeing the play, actor T. R. Mahalingam decided to produce and star in its film adaptation.[4] The adaptation, also titled Macha Rekai, was directed by P. Pullaiah and produced by Mahalingam under the banner Sukumar Productions.[2] Mahalingam portrayed the male lead Macharaju, and Nirmala (who later became known as Vijaya Nirmala) portrayed the character's younger self, thereby making her acting debut. The original lead female was Anjali Devi, who left after filming a few scenes, and was replaced by S. Varalakshmi.[1] The film's story and dialogues were written by Ramaiah Dass. Cinematography was handled by Jithan Banerjee and G. Vittal Rao and editing by T. M. Lal.[2]
Soundtrack edit
The soundtrack was composed by C. R. Subburaman, while Thanjai N. Ramaiah Dass was lyricist.[2]
| Song Title | Singers | Length |
|---|---|---|
| "Vaan Mevum Nilaave" | S. Varalakshmi | 02:54 |
| "Kalai Maanaip Pola" | T. R. Mahalingam | 01:41 |
| "Manam Magizhave" | P. Leela | 02:31 |
| "Ellam Irunthenna... Aaadharavilaa" | T. R. Mahalingam & S. Varalakshmi | 03:05 |
| "Devi Jaganmaathaa" | T. R. Mahalingam | 02:32 |
| "Antho Puvimel Adimaiyaaga" | T. R. Mahalingam | 03:00 |
| "Brindavanampol Engum Kanuthe" | ||
| "Vin Mel Thavazhnthu Sellum" | T. R. Mahalingam | |
| "Nilaiyillatha Ulagamithe" | A. G. Rathnamala | |
| "Raththa Veri Konda" | ||
| "Raja En Mel Kobama" | A. P. Komala | |
| "Odathe Unnai Vida Matten" | T. R. Mahalingam & S. Varalakshmi | |
| "Maname Mayaginen Mannavane" | S. Varalakshmi | |
| "Kanavilum Maravene Naan" | T. R. Mahalingam & S. Varalakshmi | |
| "Androru Naal Unthan" | T. R. Mahalingam |
Release edit
Macha Rekai was released on 11 August 1950.[5] The film was distributed by Kumaravel Pictures in North Arcot, South Arcot, Chengelpet and Chittoor; and Dhanalakshmi Films in Salem.[3] It was a moderate success.[4]
References edit
- ^ a b c Narasimham, M. L. (13 August 2015). "Milestone in Vijaya Nirmala's long innings". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 21 November 2018. Retrieved 23 November 2018.
- ^ a b c d e "1950 – மச்சரேகை – சுகுமார் புரொடக்ஷன்ஸ்" [1950 – மச்சரேகை – சுகுமார் புரொடக்ஷன்ஸ்]. Lakshman Sruthi (in Tamil). Archived from the original on 23 November 2018. Retrieved 23 November 2018.
- ^ a b "Macharekai". The Indian Express. 5 August 1950. p. 10. Retrieved 23 November 2018.
- ^ a b "ஆயிரம் பாடல்கள் எழுதிய தாஸ்! - கவிஞர் முத்துலிங்கம்". Dinamani (in Tamil). 12 March 2018. Archived from the original on 24 November 2018. Retrieved 23 November 2018.
- ^ "Macharekai". The Indian Express. 11 August 1950. p. 10. Retrieved 23 November 2018.
External links edit
- Macha Rekai at IMDb
