J. Mahendran

J. Mahendran Trailers

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J. Alexander, known professionally as Mahendran, was an Indian film director, screenwriter and actor, known for his work in the Tamil film industry. Mahendran is regarded as one of the greatest filmmakers of Tamil cinema and has influenced numerous filmmakers, writers and actors after him. After entering the film industry as a screenwriter, writing scripts for nearly 26 films, including the widely influential Thangappathakkam (1974), he made an immediate impact with his first directional venture Mullum Malarum (1978), starring Rajinikanth. Uthiripookkal (1979), Mahendran's next film, was based on a short story written by Pudumaipithan, and firmly established him as an important filmmaker in Tamil cinema. His subsequent works, such as Johnny (1980) and Nenjathai Killathe (1980), were acclaimed, with the latter winning three National Film Awards including the award for the Best Regional Film.

Most Popular J. Mahendran Trailers

Total trailers found: 38

Kamaraj Trailer (2004)

13 February 2004

The film is a biographical sketch of the former Chief Minister of the then Madras State and the All-India Congress Committee secretary and a respected national figure.

Aadu Puli Attam Trailer (1977)

30 September 1977

Madan dreams of joining the police force but falls into bad company with Rajni. Eventually, he realises that his associates need to be caught, so he joins the police force to nab them.

Pon Manickavel Trailer (2021)

19 November 2021

A cop tasked with investigating the murder of a judge finds out that a businessman might be the key to cracking the case.

Seethakathi Trailer (2018)

20 December 2018

A veteran theatre artist who lives for his art 'enters' the world of films. Can the film industry hold on to his inimitable artistry?

Kai Kodukkum Kai Trailer (1984)

15 June 1984

Veer marries a blind girl and is disowned by his brother. He rents a room and takes care of his wife.

Nimir Trailer (2018)

26 January 2018

An amiable photographer in a small-town, who is nursing a breakup, unwittingly becomes embroiled in a street brawl that turns him into a man obsessed with revenge.

Theri Trailer (2016)

14 April 2016

When an honest cop, Vijay Kumar's family is ruthlessly slaughtered by a politician and his aides, he decides to change his identity and commits his life to bring his daughter up in a serene atmosphere.

Mullum Malarum Trailer (1978)

15 August 1978

A young man, Kaali and his sister, Valli, who were orphaned as children, share a close bond. However, their relationship gets strained as Kaali butts heads with a newly appointed engineer from the city.

Johnny Trailer (1980)

15 August 1980

Johnny loves Archana, a singer, but their lives are disrupted when Johnny's lookalike kills his lover for infidelity and tries to pin the blame on Johnny.

Katamarayudu Trailer (2017)

24 March 2017

A violent man Rayudu tries to redeem himself to impress the love of his life, until he gets pushed into a situation that forces him to act.

Nandu Trailer (1981)

17 April 1981

Unable to get along with his father who compels him to marry a girl of his choice, Ramkumar Sharma leaves for Madras.

Kombu Vatcha Singamda Trailer (2022)

13 January 2022

Six friends, who follow Periyaar's ideologies, fall prey to the local caste politics that happens in their hometown.

Rustum Trailer (2019)

28 June 2019

The disappearance of an honest IAS officer leads to his family seeking help from police, but to no avail.

Pagalil Oru Iravu Trailer (1979)

15 August 1979

Rajee, a doctor, sacrifices her love for her cousin Vinod after she realizes that he is in love with Bindhu.

Nirai Kudam Trailer (1969)

08 August 1969

Nirai Kudam (Full Pitcher) is a 1969 Indian Tamil film, directed by Muktha Srinivasan and produced by V.

Mogam Muppadhu Varusham Trailer (1976)

27 November 1976

A young man, Ramesh (Kamal Haasan), returns from overseas. He arranges a marriage with Kasthuri (Sumithra), and marries her.

Ninaithathu Yaaro Trailer (2014)

30 January 2014

A director changes the perception of love for a group of youngsters by narrating how he reclaimed his life because of his now-married lover and her understanding husband.

Poottaatha Poottukkal Trailer (1980)

09 May 1980

Fissures occur in a married couple's relationship when they are unable to conceive a child. The wife is later enamoured by a young man who gives her attention.

Azhagiya Kanne Trailer (1982)

23 September 1982

Azhagiya Kanne is a 1982 Tamil-language film written and directed by J. Mahendran. The film's score and soundtrack are composed by Ilaiyaraaja.

Petta Trailer (2019)

10 January 2019

A hostel warden becomes the target of a dreaded politician and his gangster son, but little do they realise that it is they who should fear him.

Thanga Padhakkam Trailer (1974)

01 May 1974

S. P. Choudhry, a respected police officer, arrests his son after he becomes rebellious and indulges in unethical activities creating nuisance in the society.

Mr. Chandramouli Trailer (2018)

06 July 2018

Raghav, a professional boxer, finds himself in a fix when an unexpected turn of events gets him tangled in a battle between his passion, family and the love of his life.

Kondaveeti Simham Trailer (1981)

07 October 1981

A policeman attempts to discipline his rebellious son, but his efforts go in vain as his son starts resenting him.

Enippadigal Trailer (1979)

16 February 1979

Chella Kannu, a young sweeper becomes a popular movie star known as Kamala Devi. Her lover and fellow sweeper Manickam is the ladder of her success, but the villainy of her brother separates them.

Nenjathai Killathe Trailer (1980)

12 December 1980

Lovers Viji and Ram are separated when Viji is forced to marry her relative, Pratap. As she constantly ignores Pratap, he decides to leave her.

Naangal Trailer (1992)

12 March 1992

Two competing police officers, Keerthi and Naveen, try to outdo each other while investigating a roadside murder.

Kallazhagar Trailer (1999)

06 February 1999

Kallazhagar is a 1999 Tamil film directed by Bharathi featuring Vijaykanth and Laila in the lead roles.

Metti Trailer (1982)

08 January 1982

A young man separated from his family during childhood tries to reconcile with them. He decides to get his sisters married off, despite the poverty.

Oor Panchayathu Trailer (1992)

29 May 1992

Siva is the foster son of a respectable village elder. The village elder wishes to get his granddaughter married to Siva.

Sasanam Trailer (2006)

28 July 2006

Muthiah and his wife Visalakshi are a loving couple, and they come across Saroji who with no one to go for, takes refuge in Muthiah's house.

Seethamma Pelli Trailer (1984)

30 June 1984

Kali, a locomotive trolley driver, and Murali, an engineer, are not in good terms. When Kali loses a hand in an accident, he unleashes his anger on Murali.

Hitler Umanath Trailer (1982)

25 January 1982

A mild and timid man is made fun of for his resemblance to Hitler. However, the man soon starts growing in confidence and transforms himself into a charismatic leader.

Kannukku Mai Ezhuthu Trailer (1986)

01 November 1986

Kannukku Mai Ezhuthu is a 1986 Tamil-language Indian feature film directed by J. Mahendran, starring Bhanumathi and Sujatha in lead roles.

Uthiripookkal Trailer (1979)

19 October 1979

Sundaravadivelu is a wealthy, sadistic and authoritative man who disregards and manipulates everyone within his reach.

Boomerang Trailer (2019)

08 March 2019

A guy who gets a face transplant done, following a fire accident, realises many are after his life. He sets out to find the reason for the same.

Kaali Trailer (1980)

03 July 1980

After being released from jail, Kaali is in search of Raja Rao, a rich businessman who is responsible for the death of his family members.

Farz Aur Kanoon Trailer (1982)

01 January 1982

Ranjit Kumar, a police officer, spends his entire life protecting and upholding the law honestly. His only son, however, indulges in unlawful activities.

Rishi Moolam Trailer (1980)

25 January 1980

Shivaji and Vijaya are husband and wife. Vijaya is a woman of principles and holds high moral values.