The film was directed by TR Ramanna.
MG Ramachandran completely proved his mettle as an actor in Panakkara Kudumbam.
Actor and former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, MG Ramachandran was a popular star in both the cine world and the political sphere. He has given innumerable hits in his career spanning decades, some of which include Enga Veettu Pillai, Adimai Penn, Aayirathil Oruvan, Padagotti and Ninaitthai Mudippavan. He has worked in films inspired by Western novels as well as films adapted from both Hollywood and French films. Among the many films he has acted in, Panakkara Kudumbam is still regarded as one of his iconic performances.
Panakkara Kudumbam completed 59 years on 24th April this year. The Tamil-language drama was helmed by TR Ramanna, while the screenplay and lyrics of the 1964 cinematic marvel were penned by Shakthi TK Krishnasamy. The celebrated lyricist in his forties launched the Shakti Natak Sabha, where he conducted and supervised many stage plays. His works bore a striking resemblance to the James Bond-style detective story with a prominent focus on friendship and the destinies of lovers.
MG Ramachandran completely proved his mettle as an actor in Panakkara Kudumbam. His on-screen character Nalla Thambi attracted the attention of film enthusiasts, attracting him to the screen. The public appreciated the chemistry of MG Ramachandran and the film’s lead actress B Saroja Devi. Needless to mention, Panakkara Kudumbam gave birth to one of the most talented actors of the Tamil film industry aka MG Ramachandran who has not had to look back since the film, climbing the ladder of success higher and higher are going up
Panakkara Kudumbam had all the elements of family, love, emotions and vengeance, making it a perfect family drama. The story revolves around Rani, who belongs to an affluent family. Despite Muthiah being her father, she is not allowed to recognize him as her father. When Rani falls in love with one of her colleagues in the office, Muthiah opposes the bond due to the covert influence of a relative.
Starring RS Manohar and Nagesh in pivotal roles, Panakkara Kudumbam was a box office success. The film continued its winning run in theaters for more than 150 days.
In 1970, Panakkara Kudumbam was remade in Hindi with the title Humjoli, with Jeetendra playing the lead role. Panakkara Kudumbam was remade in the Kannada language in 1978, titled Bhale Huduga, while the Telugu version of the film, starring Chiranjeevi, was titled Intiguttu.
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