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| Osai | |
|---|---|
 Title card | |
| Directed by | K. Vijayan |
| Written by | Aaroor Dass (dialogues) |
| Story by | Manoj Kumar |
| Produced by | Meera Balagopalan |
| Starring | Mohan Radhika |
| Cinematography | Tiwari |
| Edited by | D. Vasu |
| Music by | Shankar–Ganesh |
Production company | Jayvee Movies |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
Osai (transl. Sound) is a 1984 Indian Tamil-language film, directed by K. Vijayan. The film stars Mohan and Radhika, with K. Balaji, Nalini, R. S. Manohar and Nizhalgal Ravi in supporting roles. It is a remake of the 1972 Hindi film Shor.[1] The film was released on 23 October 1984.[2]
Plot
[edit] | This article needs a plot summary. (May 2023) |
Cast
[edit]- Mohan as Raja
- Radhika as Rani
- Nalini as Radha
- R. S. Manohar
- Nizhalgal Ravi
- Thengai Srinivasan
- Manorama
- Bindu Ghosh
- Baby Shalini as Shalini
- Poornam Viswanathan
- Kallapetti Singaram
- Master Chittibabu
- Narasimhan
- Nalinikanth
Production
[edit]Osai marked the film debut of Shalini, though she began filming for Pillai Nila before.[3]
Soundtrack
[edit]Soundtrack was composed by Shankar–Ganesh.[4][5] The song "Ek Pyaar Ka Nagma" from the original Hindi film was retained in this version.[citation needed]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Hari Om" | Vaali | Malaysia Vasudevan, Vani Jairam | 5:03 |
| 2. | "Poove Poove" | Na. Kamarasan | S. Janaki | 4:04 |
| 3. | "Silu Silunnu" | Vaali | S. Janaki | 4:37 |
| 4. | "Allah Allah" | Vaali | K. J. Yesudas | 4:24 |
| 5. | "Oru Paadal" | Pulamaipithan | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Vani Jairam | 5:58 |
| 6. | "Vaazhkai Endru" | Pulamaipithan | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Vani Jairam | 3:57 |
| Total length: | 28:03 | |||
Reception
[edit]Jayamanmadhan of Kalki praised the acting of actors but panned Anuradha's dance and Mohan-Nalini's romance and concluded if we forget these negatives, this is not osai (sound), it is isai (music).[6]
References
[edit]- ^ Osai (Motion picture) (in Tamil). Jayvee Films. 1984. Opening credits, at 1:11.
- ^ ராம்ஜி, வி. (8 December 2019). "ஒரே வருடத்தில் மோகன் 15 படங்கள்; ஒரேநாளில் 3 படம் ரிலீஸ்; அத்தனையும் ஹிட்". Hindu Tamil Thisai (in Tamil). Archived from the original on 20 March 2020. Retrieved 5 May 2023.
- ^ மனோபாலா (9 November 2015). "நான் உங்கள் ரசிகன்". Kungumam (in Tamil). Archived from the original on 21 February 2023. Retrieved 6 May 2023.
- ^ "Osai Tamil Film LP VInyl Record by Shankar Ganesh". Macsendisk. Archived from the original on 6 May 2023. Retrieved 5 May 2023.
- ^ "Osai". JioSaavn. 31 December 1984. Archived from the original on 2 March 2023. Retrieved 5 May 2023.
- ^ ஜெயமன்மதன் (28 October 1984). "ஓசை". Kalki (in Tamil). p. 64. Archived from the original on 5 May 2023. Retrieved 5 May 2023 – via Internet Archive.
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Background and development
Inspiration and remake
Osai serves as a remake of the 1972 Hindi film Shor, directed, produced, and starring Manoj Kumar alongside Nanda in a supporting role. The original film portrays the hardships of a working-class family grappling with their young son's sudden muteness following a tragic accident that also claims his mother's life, emphasizing themes of resilience, communication barriers, and societal attitudes toward disability, with the father later becoming deaf.[5] Tamil director K. Vijayan, recognized for his earlier successful ventures like Auto Raja (1982), opted to adapt Shor to bring its poignant family drama and exploration of disability-related social issues to Tamil audiences, retaining the essential plot structure centered on parental sacrifices and emotional turmoil.[6][1] Key adaptations in Osai included localizing dialogues into Tamil and incorporating cultural elements suitable for South Indian viewers, such as adjusted family interactions and settings reflective of regional norms. While the soundtrack featured new compositions by Shankar–Ganesh to replace most of the original songs, the melody of Shor's iconic "Ek Pyar Ka Nagma Hai" was preserved and reimagined as the Tamil track "Oru Paadal Naan Ketten," sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and Vani Jairam.[1][7]Pre-production
The pre-production of Osai centered on adapting the script from the 1972 Hindi film Shor, with screenwriter Aarur Dass crafting the Tamil version to highlight the emotional intricacies of the family's struggle with disability, particularly muteness and later deafness, under director K. Vijayan's guidance.[1][8] Producer Meera Balagopalan oversaw the budget allocation, estimated at ₹50 lakh, aligning with mid-tier Tamil productions of the era that balanced modest resources with narrative focus.[1][9] Key crew assembly included hiring cinematographer C. Tiwari for visual storytelling, editor D. Vasu to maintain pacing in emotional sequences, though specific art direction details remain undocumented in available records.[8] The phase also confirmed Baby Shalini's debut role as the couple's daughter, adding a layer of anticipation to the project's child-centric themes.[10] Pre-production concluded by mid-1984, setting the stage for principal photography ahead of the film's October release.[1]Production
Casting
Mohan was cast in the lead role of the deaf protagonist Raja, a factory worker who loses his hearing in an accident.[1] Nalini was selected as the love interest Radha, Raja's first wife who dies in an accident, leaving their daughter mute.[1] Radhika Sarathkumar portrayed Raja's second wife, adding to the family dynamics.[1] The supporting cast included producer K. Balaji in a paternal role. R. S. Manohar and Nizhalgal Ravi provided antagonistic elements, with Ravi as the villain opposing the protagonists.[1] Aachi Manorama appeared in a comedic role as the liquor den owner.[1] Baby Shalini made her Tamil film debut as the couple's daughter, whose initial muteness and subsequent recovery of speech are central to the plot, highlighting the father's sacrifice despite his deafness. The ensemble was influenced by the film's roots as a remake of the Hindi film Shor, favoring actors suited to emotional sequences.[1]Filming
Principal photography for Osai took place in 1984, primarily in Chennai studios and outdoor locations in Tamil Nadu. Cinematography was handled by Tiwari using 35mm film, emphasizing close-up shots for emotional scenes involving disability.[8] Filming wrapped by late 1984 ahead of the October release. The production, directed by K. Vijayan and produced by K. Balaji, focused on the remake's narrative without reported major issues.Narrative
Plot summary
Raja, a humble factory worker, marries Radha against her family's wishes, and the couple enjoys a simple, joyful life with their lively young daughter, Shalini. Tragedy strikes when Radha dies in a devastating accident, during which Shalini loses her ability to speak, leaving her mute.[1] Determined to restore his daughter's voice, Raja toils relentlessly at his job to save for Shalini's surgery. He marries Radhika, who brings stability and a new maternal figure to Shalini's life.[1] As the story builds, the rising action culminates in Shalini's successful operation, where she regains her speech and calls out to her father for the first time. However, in a cruel twist, Raja suffers a severe accident at the factory, resulting in permanent deafness, preventing him from hearing his daughter's voice.[1] The climax features an emotional resolution where the family confronts their disabilities, leading to harmony through non-verbal communication, love, and mutual support, reuniting them in understanding despite the silence. The film is a remake of the 1972 Hindi movie Shor, adapting its core storyline—changing the child from a son to a daughter—to a Tamil context.[5]Themes and analysis
The film Osai centers on the theme of resilience in confronting disability, emphasizing communication barriers faced by deaf and mute individuals while portraying their experiences with dignity rather than pity. The protagonist's tireless efforts to fund his daughter's surgery after she loses her voice following her mother's death illustrate the profound emotional and physical sacrifices involved, highlighting human perseverance against insurmountable odds.[1] Osai provides social commentary on the enduring power of family bonds amid adversity and the role of music as a metaphor for emotions that words cannot express. The narrative underscores how familial support enables survival in the face of loss and societal prejudice, as seen in the opposition from the wife's family to the poor laborer's marriage. Music sequences serve as bridges for unspoken feelings, evoking the harmony absent in the characters' silenced world.[1][11] Symbolism in Osai revolves around the concept of sound—"osai" in Tamil—contrasting harmony and connection with the isolating silence of disability. Noises and melodies in the soundtrack represent the desired unity and expression, while moments of quiet underscore emotional detachment and longing, reinforcing the film's exploration of auditory loss as a metaphor for broader human disconnection.[1] In comparison to the original Hindi film Shor (1972), Osai adapts the core story of parental sacrifice and disability to a Tamil context.[1][11]Cast and characters
Lead roles
Mohan portrays Raja, the protagonist, a factory worker who marries Radha against her family's wishes, leading a happy life until her death in an accident leaves their daughter mute; he works tirelessly to fund her surgery, which succeeds, but he loses his hearing in a subsequent factory accident.[1][2] Radhika plays the supportive second wife, a compassionate figure who enters Raja's life post-tragedy and helps bridge communication gaps with patience.[1] K. Balaji plays Radha's uncle, a family elder motivated by debt and class prejudices who opposes her marriage to the humble protagonist but later reconciles amid the crises.[8][12] These lead characters interconnect to form the emotional core of the narrative, with the protagonist's sacrifices amplified by the second wife's empathy and the family elder's transformation, underscoring themes of resilience and familial bonds in the face of silence and loss.[1]Supporting roles
Nalini portrays Raja's first wife Radha, establishing the initial family dynamics through her supportive role in their marriage despite opposition, and her tragic death in an accident propels the subplot of loss and resilience that underscores the film's emotional core.[1] R. S. Manohar enacts an antagonistic figure whose opposition to the central romance introduces key conflicts, such as familial debts and social barriers, thereby driving the narrative tension in the early stages of the story.[2] Nizhalgal Ravi appears as a villainous character who creates obstacles in the later developments, heightening the drama surrounding the second marriage, while occasionally providing moments of levity through his scheming antics.[1] Manorama portrays a liquor den owner in a notable comedic role.[1] Baby Shalini plays the couple's young daughter, whose innocence and subsequent muteness following her mother's death add poignant layers to the family interactions, symbolizing hope and the restorative power of love as she regains her voice after surgery.[13] These supporting characters collectively propel the plot by intertwining personal tragedies with relational conflicts, enriching the ensemble's impact on the protagonists' journey toward reconciliation and familial harmony.[1]Soundtrack
Composition and recording
The soundtrack for Osai was composed by the Indian music director duo Shankar–Ganesh, known for their work in Tamil cinema during the 1980s. As a remake of the 1972 Hindi film Shor, the composition process involved retaining the iconic tune of "Ek Pyaar Ka Nagma Hai" from the original, adapting it into the Tamil song "Hari Hari Om Om" with new lyrics to suit the film's emotional narrative of love and loss.[14][15] The adaptation preserved the melody's melodic structure while incorporating Tamil lyrics penned by Vaalee, emphasizing themes of enduring affection.[16] The remaining songs were newly composed by Shankar–Ganesh, blending melodic elements typical of 1980s Tamil film music with influences from the original Hindi soundtrack's romantic style. Lyrics for tracks like "Poove Poove" were written by Na. Kamarasan, focusing on poignant expressions of longing and relationships to resonate with the audience.[16] Recording took place in Chennai studios, where Shankar–Ganesh integrated live orchestral arrangements to add classical depth and emotional layers to the tracks, a common practice in Tamil film music production of the era. The full soundtrack runs for approximately 31 minutes across seven songs.[17]Track listing and reception
The soundtrack of Osai features seven songs composed by Shankar–Ganesh, with a total runtime of 31:38. The lyrics were primarily penned by Vaali, alongside contributions from Na. Kamarasan and Pulamaipithan. These tracks blend melodic structures typical of mid-1980s Tamil film music, incorporating romantic duets and upbeat numbers that propel the film's narrative, particularly the developing romance between the protagonists played by Mohan and Radhika.[18]| No. | Title | Singers | Lyricist | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Hari Hari Om Om" | Malaysia Vasudevan, Vani Jairam | Vaali | 5:03 |
| 2 | "Poove Poove" | S. Janaki | Na. Kamarasan | 4:04 |
| 3 | "Silu Silunnu" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, S. Janaki | Vaali | 4:37 |
| 4 | "Allah Allah" | K. J. Yesudas | Vaali | 4:24 |
| 5 | "Oru Paadal Naan Ketten" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Vani Jairam | Pulamaipithan | 5:58 |
| 6 | "Nee Paayum Nadhiyanai" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Vani Jairam | Pulamaipithan | 3:35 |
| 7 | "Vazhkai Endru" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Vani Jairam | Vaali | 3:57 |