Karuvelam Pookkal

Karuvelam Pookkal is a 2000 Indian Tamil-language film, directed by Poomani. It was jointly produced by National Film Development Corporation of India, and Doordarshan. The film stars Nasser, Radhika, Thalaivaasal Vijay and Charle among others. The film's music is composed by Ilaiyaraaja.

Cast

 * Nasser as Nallamuthu
 * Radhika as Vadivu
 * Charle as Mariappan
 * Thalaivaasal Vijay as Teacher
 * Shakthi as Thangavelu
 * Soniya as Dhanalakshmi

Soundtrack
The music composed by Ilaiyaraaja.

Reception
Malathi Rangarajan of The Hindu wrote, "The fragrance of Karuvelam Pookkal is bound to last in the minds of the discerning audience. A film that makes you think".

Awards

 * Tamil Nadu State Film Award Special Prize in 1996

International film festivals
The film was screened at the Zanzibar International Film Festival in 1998.