Synopsis
Annamitta Kai is a 1972 Tamil-language film directed by M. Krishnan Nair and written by G. Subramanium. The film stars M. G. Ramachandran, Jayalalithaa, and Bharathi in lead roles.
The plot revolves around half-brothers Durairaj and Selvaraj who switch identities to correct past mistakes made by their father. Selvaraj becomes the heir while Durairaj takes on his responsibility of caring for his blind mother. This action aims to bring back the virtuous brother.
Notable production details include filming the song "16 Vayathinilae 17 Pillayamma" at the Ashley Estate, Kuttikkanam, involving seventeen children. The soundtrack features music composed by K. V. Mahadevan and lyrics penned by Vaali for that memorable song.
Released in 1972, Annamitta Kai was M.G. Ramachandran's final black-and-white film while he was a member of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam; he left the party after one month following its release.
