had difficulties with the lengthy dialogues, but managed to Manivannan's satisfaction. Soundtrack The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The title song is set to the raga Shubhapantuvarali. Reception N. Krishnaswamy of The Indian Express called the film "well told". Jayamanmadhan of Kalki, however, reviewed the film more negatively. References External links 1980s Tamil-language films 1987 drama films 1987 films Films directed by Manivannan Films scored by Ilaiyaraaja Indian drama films Tamil films remade in other languages