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Release Year1978
Runtime2h 18m
LanguageKannada
CertificationNR
Genres—
Votes2
DirectorPeketi Sivaram
WritersPeketi Sivaram
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.5 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsMaathu Tappada Maga
About Maathu Tappada Maga
Kumar falls for Latha but is unable to marry her as his father opposes their relationship. After Kumar marries another woman, Chandru, an evil man, enters Latha's life, and Kumar tries to save her.
Directed by Peketi Sivaram, Maathu Tappada Maga leans on a strong ensemble — Anant Nag, Rajinikanth, Aarathi — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about screen titles of 1978.
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