Bandha Pasam (transl. Relationships) is a 1962 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by A. Bhimsingh and produced by Periyanna. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, Gemini Ganesan, Savitri and Devika. It was released on 27 October 1962.
| Bandha Pasam | |
|---|---|
Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | A. Bhimsingh |
| Screenplay by | A. Bhimsingh |
| Story by | Valampuri Somanathan[1] |
| Produced by | Periyanna |
| Starring | Sivaji Ganesan Gemini Ganesan Savitri Devika |
| Cinematography | G. Vittal Rao[1] |
| Edited by | A. Bhimsingh A. Paul Duraisingam R. Thirumalai |
| Music by | Viswanathan–Ramamoorthy |
Production company | Shanthi Films |
| Distributed by | Sivaji Productions |
Release date |
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Running time | 154 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
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The music was composed by Viswanathan–Ramamoorthy.[2][3] The "Pandhal Irundhaal Kodi Padarum" song's pallavi is loosely based on "Eternally", composed by Charlie Chaplin.[4]
| Song | Singers | Lyrics |
|---|---|---|
| "En Kathaithaan" | P. Susheela, S. Janaki | 'Kavi' Rajagopal |
| "Eppo Vechikalam" | J. P. Chandrababu | Mayavanathan |
| "Idhazh Mottu Virindhida" | P. B. Sreenivas, P. Susheela | |
| "Kavalaigal Kidaikattum" | T. M. Soundararajan, P. B. Sreenivas | |
| "Nitham Nitham" | Sirkazhi Govindarajan | |
| "Pandhal Irundhaal Kodi Padarum" | T. M. Soundararajan, S. Janaki | 'Kavi' Rajagopal |
Bandha Pasam was released on 27 October 1962.[5] Kanthan of Kalki appreciated the performances of the cast, particularly Devika, Ranga Rao and Rajamma, but criticised the music and the title's lack of relevance to the story.[6]