Sattam Oru Iruttarai, the 1981 film starring Vijayakanth, celebrated its 43rd anniversary on February 14, 2024. Considered one of filmmaker S A Chandrasekhar’s finest works, it was remade into several languages across the country. On its 43rd release anniversary, let’s delve into what the film represents and how it came to fruition.
Sattam Oru Iruttarai stands as one of Vijayakanth’s earliest works, delving into themes of law, order and revenge. This was the second film directed by the legendary filmmaker S A Chandrasekhar. Reportedly, Chandrasekhar was inspired by dialogue from the 1949 film Velaikari to name his film Sattam Oru Iruttarai. Despite facing rejection from over twenty people, producer Vadalur S Chidambaram took the leap of faith to bring the story to life.
The film revolves around a young boy witnessing his father’s murder by three convicted criminals and subsequently seeking revenge. His sister, meanwhile, becomes a police officer, aiming to apprehend the murderers through legal means.
Written by Shoba, S A Chandrasekhar’s wife, the film starred Vijayakanth, Poornima Devi, Vasumathi, Sangili Murugan and Nithin. Produced by Vadalur S Chidambaram under Vadularan Combines, the film’s music was composed by Shankar-Ganesh, with D D Prasad as the cinematographer and B Gowtham Raj as the editor. It was released on February 14, 1981, and later remade in Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi. In 2012, a Tamil remake featuring Thaman Kumar in the lead was also made.
The Hindi remake, titled Andhaa Kaanoon, hit screens in 1983. Directed by T Rama Rao, it starred Rajinikanth and Hema Malini in the lead roles, with Amitabh Bachchan making a cameo appearance.
Sattam Oru Iruttarai remains a significant milestone in Tamil cinema history, showcasing Vijayakanth’s early prowess and Chandrasekhar’s directorial finesse. Despite initial challenges, the film’s legacy reflects its compelling narrative and enduring impact on audiences across generations.
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