Raja Rishi is a 1985 Indian Tamil language-language Hindu mythological film written and directed by K. Shankar. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, Prabhu, M. N. Nambiar and Nalini. It is based on the play Viswamithran by A. S. Prakasam, which is about the sage Vishvamitra.
Plot
The film narrates the story of
Vishvamitra in a linear manner right from him being the King, his run-in with
Vasishtha over
Kamadhenu cow leading him to take a vow that he too would become a
Brahmarshi like Vasishta. He faces hurdle after hurdle placed in his path by
Indra. In the process, he falls in love, impregnates and abandons
Menaka. Their daughter
Shakuntala is brought up by another rishi. She falls in love with
Dushyanta who is cursed to forget her by
Durvasa. When Vishwamitra finds out about this, he goes on to fix her life and in the process learns humility. In the end, with the blessing of Vasishta. who mentions that that was the only thing stopping Vishwamitra from becoming
Brahmarishi, he is acknowledged and accredited as one.
Cast
Production
The film was launched at Chitramala Studios.
The ashram scenes of Vishwamitra were shot at Vijaya Garden.
Soundtrack
The music was composed by
Ilaiyaraaja.
The song "Maan Kanden" is set in Vasantha raga.
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Critical reception
Jayamanmandhan (a duo) of
Kalki praised the acting of Sivaji Ganesan, Ilaiyaraaja's music and the film's first half but panned the humour and concluded saying as Vishwamitra gained name from Vashishta, it remains to be seen if he gets the same from audience.
Balumani of
Anna praised the acting of Ganesan and other actors, Prakasam's dialogues, music and Shankar's direction.
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