Description: Tamil cinema, also known as Kollywood, has a rich and vibrant history dating back to the 1930s. In 1938, the industry saw the release of several notable films that went on to become classics. Here is a list of Tamil movies released in 1938:

      Sathi Leelavathi – Directed by Ellis R. Dungan and starring M. S. Draupadi and Serukalathur Sama.

   Seetha Kalyanam – Directed by V. Prakash and starring N. S. Krishnan and M. G. Ramachandran.

     Raja Mohan – Directed by Raja Chandrasekhar and starring T. R. Mahalingam and T. R. Rajakumari.

    Ambikapathi – Directed by R. Padmanabhan and starring T. R. Mahalingam and M. S. Draupadi.

    Sathi Anasuya – Directed by K. Subramaniam and starring P. U. Chinnappa and T. R. Rajakumari.

     These films were a mix of social dramas, comedies, and mythological tales, all showcasing the talents of some of the biggest stars of the time.

     Sathi Leelavathi, for example, is a social drama that follows the story of a woman who is forced to marry a man she does not love. Seetha Kalyanam, on the other hand, is a comedy that centers around the antics of a young man who is desperately in love with a woman he believes to be a princess.

      Raja Mohan and Ambikapathi are both historical dramas that draw on themes of love, loyalty, and power struggles. Sathi Anasuya is a mythological tale that tells the story of a sage’s wife who is falsely accused of infidelity.

     These films not only entertained audiences at the time of their release but also laid the groundwork for the future of Tamil cinema. Many of the stars who appeared in these films went on to become icons of the industry, and the stories and themes they explored continue to be relevant today.

       In conclusion, the Tamil movies released in 1938 are an important part of the history of Tamil cinema. They showcase a variety of genres and themes and feature some of the most talented actors of the time. Anyone interested in the history of Tamil cinema should take the time to watch these classic films.