Ananda Aradhanai (transl. Dedication of Happiness) is a 1987 Indian Tamil-language film written and directed by Dinesh Baboo in his directorial debut. The film stars Mohan, Suhasini and Lissy. It was released on 27 March 1987.[1]
| Ananda Aradhanai | |
|---|---|
 Title card | |
| Directed by | Dinesh Baboo |
| Story by | Dinesh Baboo |
| Produced by | D. S. Prasad |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Dinesh Baboo |
| Music by | Manoj–Gyan |
Production company | Jai Krishna Combines |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
Plot
A dance master falls in love with a young woman and their marriage is fixed. However, he meets with an accident that leaves him paralysed, making his fiancéé's mother call off their wedding. Meanwhile, his nurse Stella who takes care of him, forms a soft spot towards him.
Cast
Production
Ananda Aradhanai is the directorial debut of Dinesh Baboo, previously a cinematographer.[2]
Soundtrack
Soundtrack was composed by Manoj–Gyan.[3][4]
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Padapporen" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, K. S. Chithra | |
| 2. | "Naalai Namadhenna" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, K. S. Chithra | |
| 3. | "Urave Thalladadhu" | S. Janaki | |
| 4. | "Enna Solla" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam | |
| 5. | "Kaalam Iniya" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, K. S. Chithra |
Reception
N. Krishnaswamy of The Indian Express appreciated the film for Dinesh Baboo's photography, saying that in terms of direction and writing, "has more or less done a good job of it". Krishnaswamy also praised Suhasini for portraying her role "with a great deal of understanding, restraint and class".[5]
