Synopsis
Suryavamsam is a 1997 Indian Tamil-language drama film written and directed by Vikraman.
The film stars R. Sarathkumar and Devayani, with Radhika, Manivannan, Priya Raman, Nizhalgal Ravi, Tharini, Ajay Ratnam, Jai Ganesh, Shiva, and Anandaraj in supporting roles.
The movie revolves around the tense relationship between a traditional father, Sakthivel Gounder, and his illiterate son, Chinnarasu, highlighting the effects of strict patriarchy on their bond.
Suryavamsam was released on June 27, 1997, and emerged as one of the most successful Tamil films of that year.
The film won six Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, including Best Film, Best Director (Vikraman), and Best Actress (Devayani), while Sarathkumar won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Tamil.
