Sontham (transl. Belonging) is a 1973 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by A. C. Tirulokchandar. The film stars Muthuraman and K. R. Vijaya. It is based on the play of the same name by Karaikudi Narayanan. The film was released on 6 July 1973
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Plot
Manickam and Vairam get married but soon separate due to misunderstandings. Later, Manickam remarries Thangam, who dies leaving behind a daughter due to complications during childbirth.
Production
Sontham is based on the stage play of the same name by Karaikudi Narayanan who also wrote dialogues for the film adaptation. Major Sundarrajan, who portrayed the lead on stage, was replaced by Muthuraman for the screen while Sivakumar reprised his role from the play. The film was produced by R. Venkatraman and K. Aarumugam under Amudham Pictures. A scene involving Muthuraman and Prameela was shot at Vauhini Studios in February 1973.
Soundtrack
The music was composed by M. S. Viswanathan, with lyrics by Kannadasan.
Release and reception
Sontham was released on 6 July 1973. Kanthan of Kalki wrote this film is lively without being sluggish, with lots of glides and dips. Navamani praised the dialogues, acting and Tirulokchandar's direction and noted his work in latter part is better than earlier part.