Thookku Thookki (1954)
2h 57m
Running Time
August 26, 1954Release Date
Plot.
Chitragathan, a young prince, is determined to prove the maxims at a debating society wrong. He undergoes various adventures that makes him realise how much truth these principles hold.
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Release DateAugust 26, 1954
Original Nameதூக்குத் தூக்கி
StatusReleased
Running Time2h 57m
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Thookku Thookki (transl. Baggage carrier) is a 1954 Indian Tamil-language historical drama film directed by R. M. Krishnaswami. Based on the play of the same name by Udumalai Narayana Kavi, it stars Sivaji Ganesan, Lalitha and Padmini. The film revolves around a prince who, after hearing about the five maxims of life, goes through numerous adventures to evaluate their validity.
Thookku Thookki is the second film adaptation of the play, following a 1935 film. It was released on 26 August 1954 and became a success, besides winning two Chennai Film Fans' Association awards: Best Film, and Best Actor (Ganesan).