Puyal Paadum Paattu

Puyal Paadum Paattu is a 1987 Indian Tamil-language film directed by Manivannan and written by M. Karunanidhi. It is a remake of the 1986 Malayalam film Pranamam. The film stars Radhika and Raghuvaran, with Vinu Chakravarthy, Murali and Master Haja Sheriff in supporting roles. It was released on 21 October 1987.

Cast

 * Radhika as the journalist
 * Raghuvaran as the police inspector
 * Vinu Chakravarthy
 * Murali as the student leader
 * Master Haja Sheriff as a student

Themes
One of the main themes of the film is drug addiction.

Soundtrack
The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The song "Velu Muruganukku" is set in Mohanam raga.

Release and reception
Puyal Paadum Paattu was released on 21 October 1987, during Diwali. The Indian Express wrote, "The campus scenes have impact. The sprinkling of good dancers, the exotic costumes, the catchy tunes and rhythms used in the songs and the general air of youthful vivacity come over beautifully". Jayamanmadhan of Kalki felt after the interval, the film lacks momentum and composure and felt rushed.