'' Kappalottiya Thamizhan '' ( ) is a 1961 Tamil-language Indian drama film directed by B. R. Panthulu . The film features Sivaji Ganesan and Gemini Ganesan in the lead roles , while S. V. Subbaiah , T. K. Shanmugham , S. V. Ranga Rao , Savitri and S. A. Ashokan appear in supporting roles . It is based on the life of V. O. Chidambaram Pillai written by M. P. Sivagnanam . Upon release , the film received critical acclaim and was adjudged the Best Tamil Film at the 9th National Film Awards , however it failed at the box office
9th National Film Awards
9th National Film Awards
Kappalottiya Thamizhan