

Magalir Mattum
1994-02-25 · 132 min · ★ 7.1
In a male-dominated world, three women from different walks of life unite against their predatory manager, challenging his atrocities and pushing back with a bold feminist agenda.
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- Directors
- Singeetham Srinivasa Rao
- Production companies
- Raajkamal Films International
- Countries
- India
- Status
- Released
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RevathiSathya
UrvashiJanaki
RohiniPappamma
NassarPandian
Pasi SathyaMadhavi
Kamal HaasanBoss from Head Office
Thalaivasal VijayPappamma's Husband
NageshDead body
R.S. ShivajiPiles patient
Madhan BobDoctor
Singeetham Srinivasa RaoOffice Staff
Sethu Vinayagam
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