Did you know that Sri Devi was not the first choice to act in the classic hit film Thimmy Phirai?
Directed by balu mahendra and starring kamal haasan and sridevi, the film Thimmy Prai is one of the best films of tamil cinema. Released in 1982, the film received critical acclaim. Songs composed by ilayaraja occupy many people's playlists even today.
Even after 40 years of its release, the film remains a cult classic in the hearts of fans. kamal haasan and sridevi will compete and showcase their acting skills in the film.
While kamal haasan won the National Award for Best Actor, cinematographer-director balu mahendra won the National Award for Best Cinematography. balu mahendra also won the Filmfare Award for Best tamil Director. Thimtha Prai film received 5 awards from the tamil Nadu state government.
Third Crescent is a talky film that is all about love and separation. sridevi will play the role of a young woman who loses her memory due to a head injury in the film.
Kamal Haasan will play the role of a school teacher who rescues and supports the young girl. Sridevi's childlike performance in this film impressed the fans.
But did you know that sridevi was not the first choice to star in the classic hit film Thimmy Phirai? Yes. balu mahendra first chose Sri priya for the character played by Sri Devi. But due to some personal reasons Sri priya refused to act in this film.
After that, on Kamal Haasan's advice, sridevi was cast in the film. Many years after the release of this film, Sri priya spoke about it in an interview. He said that he was saddened by refusing to play the record-breaking character.
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