Udhiri Pookkal (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1979, Udhiri Pookkal is a drama film directed by J. Mahendran, running about 143 minutes. “The Unstrung Flowers” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Vadivelu is a sadist who never respects the feelings of his children and wife. When his plan to marry his wife's sister fails, he accuses his wife of having an affair with the health inspector.
Who’s in it. Udhiri Pookkal stars Vijayan as Sundaravadivelu, Ashwini as Lakshmi, Madhu Malini as Shenbagam and Sarath Babu as Health Inspector, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Udhiri Pookkal has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Udhiri Pookkal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Udhiri Pookkal tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Udhiri Pookkal (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Udhiri Pookkal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Udhiri Pookkal worth watching?
- Udhiri Pookkal holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Udhiri Pookkal?
- Udhiri Pookkal stars Vijayan, Ashwini, Madhu Malini, Sarath Babu and Charu Haasan.
- When was Udhiri Pookkal released?
- Udhiri Pookkal was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 143 minutes.