Parakkum Pavai

Parakkum Pavai is a 1966 Indian Tamil-language drama film, directed by T. R. Ramanna, starring M. G. Ramachandran and B. Saroja Devi. The film was released on 11 November 1966 and averagely grossed, having run in theatres for 80 days.

Plot
Jeeva, the son of a businessman, promises a dying man Vedhachalam, that he will take care of his daughter Kala. To do so, he obtains employment as a trapeze artist in the National Circus.

Production
Parakkum Pavai was produced and directed by T. R. Ramanna under R. R. Pictures, and written by Sakthi T. K. Krishnasamy. Cinematography was handled by M. A. Rehman. The film was prominently shot in an actual circus location.

Soundtrack
The music was composed by M. S. Viswanathan, with lyrics by Kannadasan.

Release and reception
Parakkum Pavai was released on 11 November 1966. The Indian Express wrote, "Spectacular thrills, spills, breathtaking serial feats and a dazzling display of acrobatics highlight R. R. Pictures Parakkum Pavai [...] a social drama set against an exciting panorama of circus life." Kalki also lauded the film for the circus scenes. Despite this, according to historian Randor Guy, the film was not a major success as it ran for only 80 days in theatres.