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38 Indian Films: National Awards for Excellence

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  1. 1Raman Ethanai RamanadiMovie · 1970 · 146mRaman Ethanai Ramanadi is a 1970 Tamil drama film directed by P. Madhavan.IMDb 5.9
  2. 2NavarasaMovie · 2005 · 99mThe film follows thirteen-year-old Shweta (P. Shwetha) as she navigates the transition to adulthood with excitement. Her adventurous spirit takes an unexpected turn when she discovers her uncle Gautam (Kushboo) transforms into a woman each night, embarking on a secret life.IMDb 7.4TMDB 4.9
  3. 3VisaranaiMovie · 2016 · 118m · Thriller, Crime, DramaPandi and his friends, immigrant workers in Andhra Pradesh, are arrested by the police for a crime they didn't commit. This marks the beginning of a terrifying ordeal as they are manipulated in a cruel power struggle, where the vulnerable are oppressed by those in authority.Stream onIMDb 8.4TMDB 8.0
  4. 4Vazhakku Enn 18/9Movie · 2012 · 115mVenu works at a roadside shop and is in love with Jyothi, a maid in the nearby apartments. Before he can tell her how he feels, she is in an accident, and he is arrested.Stream onIMDb 8.2TMDB 7.3
  5. 5AalayamMovie · 1967 · 169mRamalingam, an upright clerk who lives by honesty and hard work, faces a difficult situation when his son-in-law, Raghu, asks for help. Raghu has lost a significant amount of money at the bank where Ramalingam works and pleads with him for a loan to cover the loss.IMDb 6.7
  6. 6Kuzhandaiyum DeivamumMovie · 1965 · 165mIdentical twins, separated at birth, meet and scheme to reunite their divorced parents. This comedic remake of Disney’s *The Parent Trap* was a major success, boosted by music composed by M. S. Viswanathan. Kutty Padmini's acclaimed portrayal of the twin sisters earned her the first National Film Award for Best Child Artist for her charming performance.Stream onIMDb 6.7
  7. 7Achamillai AchamillaiMovie · 1984 · 160mAchamillai Achamillai is a 1984 political satire directed by K. Balachander. Starring Rajesh and Saritha as the leads, with Pavithra, Delhi Ganesh, and Charle in supporting roles, the film explores the consequences of politicians switching parties and how it affects ordinary people. It received critical praise, winning three Filmfare South Awards and the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 6.5
  8. 8JokerMovie · 2016 · 130mMannar Mannan, a simple villager, declares himself president and begins challenging the unfairness he sees around him. What are his goals?Stream onIMDb 8.3TMDB 7.5
  9. 9AsuranMovie · 2019 · 141m · Action, DramaA family struggling with poverty flees after their teenage son accidentally kills a wealthy man from a higher social class. The father, a man of peace, must find a way to protect his impulsive son.Stream onIMDb 8.4TMDB 7.6
  10. 10Apoorva RaagangalMovie · 1975 · 144mA young man and an older woman fall in love and plan to marry. Their relationship faces complications when he discovers his father is romantically involved with the woman's daughter.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5
  11. 11Sethu...Movie · 1999 · 130mA college student with a volatile temper begins to show a gentler side when he falls for a reserved Brahmin woman. Their connection deepens, but a brutal attack shatters him, leaving him mentally unstable.IMDb 8.1TMDB 6.3
  12. 12Kannathil MuthamittalMovie · 2002 · 137m · Drama, WarA young girl learns from her parents that she was adopted. She is determined to find her biological mother, and her family decides to take her to Sri Lanka. There, they encounter the Tamil Tigers, a militant group.Stream onIMDb 8.3TMDB 7.6
  13. 13Agraharathil KazhutaiMovie · 1977 · 90mA donkey wanders into a village where the Brahmin caste holds power.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.4
  14. 14Pattikada PattanamaMovie · 1972"Pattikada Pattanama" follows Mookkaiyan and Kalpana, two people with vastly different cultural backgrounds. Kalpana returns to India after studying abroad and visits Mookkaiyan.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.2
  15. 15Veguli PennMovie · 1971 · 123mA woman discovers she is pregnant, and the identity of the child's father remains unknown.
  16. 16Kadhal KottaiMovie · 1996 · 167mKamali loses her bag at the train station. It's returned to her home with a letter from Surya, who found it. They begin exchanging letters and quickly develop feelings for each other.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4
  17. 17MahanadhiMovie · 1994 · 162mKrishnaswamy, a man of integrity, becomes entangled in a fraudulent chit fund scheme and is wrongly imprisoned. As he endures brutal conditions behind bars, his family falls apart.IMDb 8.6TMDB 7.1
  18. 18IyarkaiMovie · 2003 · 142mMarudhu, a sailor, falls in love with Nancy, a fruit vendor. But Nancy is waiting for the captain who promised to return and marry her.Stream onIMDb 7.9TMDB 7.8
  19. 19NammavarMovie · 1994 · 178mSelvam, the newly appointed vice principal of a college, attempts to reform disruptive students while grappling with personal struggles.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.6
  20. 20MalaikallanMovie · 1954 · 186mA young man rescues the daughter of a wealthy landowner after she's been kidnapped, and they develop feelings for each other.IMDb 7.7
  21. 21Kuttram KadithalMovie · 2015 · 114mA teacher strikes a student who then loses consciousness and falls into a coma, triggering a deeply emotional experience for the entire community.Stream onIMDb 7.8TMDB 6.7
  22. 22HousefullMovie · 2010 · 135m · Comedy, RomanceHaunted by the conviction that he attracts misfortune, a man seeks romance. However, his self-perception leads him into a series of intricate and difficult relationships.Stream onIMDb 5.7TMDB 5.7
  23. 23Vanna Vanna PookkalMovie · 1992 · 124mAfter saving Manoranjitham from attempting suicide, Siva brings her to his home, which upsets his neighbor Shenbagam, who is in love with him. Siva then falls in love with Manoranjitham and begins planning their wedding, but she disappears.IMDb 6.9
  24. 24Vaagai Sooda VaaMovie · 2011 · 123mVeluthambi, dreaming of a career in government, takes a teaching position in a rural village. He discovers the children he teaches are working as bonded laborers and resolves to fight for their freedom.Stream onIMDb 8.2TMDB 7.2
  25. 25Thanga MeenkalMovie · 2013 · 125mKalyani, a working-class man, works tirelessly to earn a living and care for his young daughter, Chellamma, who is eight years old.Stream onIMDb 7.9TMDB 7.4
  26. 26PasangaMovie · 2009 · 158mA pair of boys who initially clash find a path to reconciliation following a mishap.Stream onIMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4
  27. 27RamuMovie · 1968 · 172mA father navigates numerous challenges while caring for his son, who has a hearing impairment. He endures significant difficulties in his efforts to secure a positive future for his child.IMDb 6.8TMDB 8.0
  28. 28Thanneer... Thanneer...Movie · 1981 · 143mIn a small village in Tamil Nadu, a severe lack of water creates hardship for the community. The film focuses on the villagers' struggles and the difficulties they face when attempting to find solutions with indifferent officials.IMDb 8.0
  29. 29Thenmerku ParuvakatruMovie · 2010 · 121mSeenu Ramasamy's *Thenmerku Paruvakatru* offers a refreshing story set against the beautiful landscapes of Theni, Madurai. The film explores the love and connection between a mother and son, while highlighting traditional Indian values. It rekindles long-forgotten emotions in a world increasingly focused on modern living.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.7
  30. 30The TerroristMovie · 1998 · 95mA young woman, driven by extremist beliefs, undertakes a suicide mission to assassinate a target. However, her determination to see the mission through is challenged.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8
  31. 31To LetMovie · 2019 · 99mA family of three faces hardship as they desperately search for a new place to live after receiving notice from their landlord to leave their home.Stream onIMDb 7.9TMDB 7.0
  32. 32Aadum KoothuMovie · 2006 · 106mManimekhala, a village girl with the gift of seeing things others miss – her predictions are always accurate – decides to uncover the source of these visions. Her investigation, however, leads her to unsettling realities.IMDb 7.0
  33. 33BaaramMovie · 2018 · 91mKaruppaswamy, a widower and night watchman, lives with his sister and three nephews in a small town in Tamil Nadu. He breaks his hip in an accident on his way home from work. His nephews want him treated locally, but his son Senthil takes him to their ancestral village for healing by a traditional healer. Karuppaswamy dies a few days later. At his funeral, one of his nephews hears something that chills them to the bone.Stream onIMDb 8.0TMDB 6.8
  34. 34AnthimanthaaraiMovie · 1996 · 131mDuring wartime, a freedom fighter fleeing pursuers finds shelter with a young woman. They develop a deep, lasting friendship. Their bond becomes an unforgettable experience for both of them.IMDb 6.9
  35. 35Oru Indhiya KanavuMovie · 1983 · 135mAnamika, a graduate student, and her friends travel to Javadi Hills to study the local tribal community. While there, she forms a friendship with a tribal girl named Gangamma. Back home, Anamika wants to help improve the lives of the people. Her father and Agni, a journalist, encourage her. Later, Anamika returns to Javadi Hills and learns that Gangamma has died.IMDb 7.0
  36. 36Iru KodugalMovie · 1969 · 176mA man's new family life is complicated when his former wife is unexpectedly assigned to work alongside him at the same collector's office, forcing them to confront his hidden history.IMDb 7.4
  37. 37Dikkatra ParvathiMovie · 1974This is a story about the dangers of alcohol. Parvathi (Lakshmi) is a newlywed, happily married to Karuppan (Sreekanth). She has a wonderful life with loving in-laws and a devoted husband, and soon they welcome a child. Karuppan wants to improve their financial situation by buying a cart, but Parvathi prefers contentment. He takes out a loan and buys the cart anyway. At first, things seem fine, but Karuppan begins passing by toddy shops on his way home.IMDb 8.0
  38. 38Thillana MohanambalMovie · 1968 · 175mA classical Bharatanatyam dancer and a Nadaswaram player find love, but their families disapprove.Stream onIMDb 7.7TMDB 7.1