Synopsis
Bhaktha Gowri is a 1941 Indian Tamil-language film directed by S. Nottani and produced by T.R. Sundaram under Modern Theatres.
The movie stars S.D. Subbaiah and U. R. Jeevarathinam in the lead roles, with Paramakudi S. Sivabhaghyam also featured in a prominent role.
The film tells the story of a Saivaite couple blessed with a daughter who falls in love with a Vaishnavaite boy. The central conflict arises from the boy's mother opposing their relationship due to religious differences.
After overcoming various trials, the couple gets married under Lord Shiva's divine blessings. This narrative serves as an allegory demonstrating that Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu are essentially one being.
The film was produced by T.R. Sundaram under Modern Theatres and was directed by S. Notani. P.A. Rajamani, who featured as the mother of U.R. Jeevarathinam, is the elder sister of actress and playback singer P.A. Periyanayaki.
