Sollathaan Ninaikkiren (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film
Released in 1973, Sollathaan Ninaikkiren is a drama, family and romance film directed by K. Balachander, running about 165 minutes.
What it’s about. The story is about three sisters Srividya, Subha and Jayachitra, each getting attracted to their tenant, a young man played by Sivakumar. Sivakumar falls in love with Jayachitra. However, things take a turn to the worse in the typical Balachander style when Jayachitra sacrifices herself to the whims of a playboy, played by Kamal Haasan in order to save her friend (Jayasudha) from his exploits. What happens next, who marries whom, is the crux of a dramatic climax. The movie turns the entire concept of romantic movies by its head - the concept being that the hero does not always have to get the girl.
Who’s in it. Sollathaan Ninaikkiren stars Sivakumar, Jayachitra, Jayasudha and Srividya, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sollathaan Ninaikkiren page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sollathaan Ninaikkiren tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sollathaan Ninaikkiren (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sollathaan Ninaikkiren change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Sollathaan Ninaikkiren?
- Sollathaan Ninaikkiren stars Sivakumar, Jayachitra, Jayasudha, Srividya and Kamal Haasan.
- When was Sollathaan Ninaikkiren released?
- Sollathaan Ninaikkiren was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 165 minutes.