
Kadhal Kottai is a 1996 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film written and directed by Agathiyan.
The film stars Ajith Kumar and Devayani in the lead roles, with Heera, Thalaivaasal Vijay, and Karan in supporting roles.
The story revolves around two people who develop a romance anonymously. Kamali, a graduate, searches for a job and falls in love with Surya, who works in Jaipur and sends her purse back after it's stolen.
Released on 12 July 1996, the film ran for over 250 days at the box office, becoming a silver-jubilee film. It won several National Film Awards, including Best Tamil Feature Film, Best Direction, and Best Screenplay.