Description: Tamil cinema has a rich history, and each year is filled with movies that have become classics over time. In this article, we will take a look back at the Tamil movies released in 1931, exploring their themes and impact on the development of Kollywood.

Bhaktha Kuchela

    Bhaktha Kuchela is a 1931 Tamil film directed by R. Prakash and starring T. P. Rajalakshmi and K. B. Sundarambal. The movie is based on the story of the same name from the Hindu epic Mahabharata, and tells the story of Kuchela, a poor Brahmin who goes to visit his friend Lord Krishna in Dwaraka. The movie was well-received by audiences and is considered a classic of early Tamil cinema.

Sethubandhanam

    Sethubandhanam is a 1931 Tamil film directed by Ellis Dungan and produced by S. Soundararajan. The movie stars T. P. Rajalakshmi, P. U. Chinnappa, and K. Sarangapani in lead roles. The film is based on the Ramayana and tells the story of Lord Rama and his journey to Lanka to rescue his wife Sita from the demon king Ravana. The film was a commercial success and is regarded as one of the earliest Tamil films to use technical innovation in its production.

Draupadi Vastrapaharanam

    Draupadi Vastrapaharanam is a 1931 Tamil film directed by R. Prakash and produced by the Madras United Artists Corporation. The film stars K. B. Sundarambal, P. U. Chinnappa, and T. P. Rajalakshmi in lead roles. The film is based on the story of Draupadi from the Mahabharata and tells the story of her humiliation in the court of the Kuru king Duryodhana. The film was a commercial success and is regarded as one of the earliest Tamil films to feature a female protagonist.