Deiveega Raagangal
1980 film
Deiveega Raagangal (transl. Divine Melodies) is a 1980 Indian Tamil-language comedy horror film written and directed by A. Veerappan. The film stars Srikanth, Vadivukkarasi, Leela and Priyavadhana. It was released on 29 February 1980.
Plot
Prabhu, a wealthy womaniser, cheats three women. The trio commit suicide and live on as spirits. They seek to avenge their deaths by tormenting Prabhu.
Cast
Srikanth as Prabhu
Vadivukkarasi
Leela
Priyavadhana
Suruli Rajan
Production
Soundtrack
The soundtrack was composed by M. S. Viswanathan.
Critical reception
Kanthan of Kalki wrote if thought rationally the concept of spirits taking revenge is an unbelievable imagination however the writer deserves praise for killing the villain by using the movement of spirits. Naagai Dharuman of Anna praised the acting, music, cinematography and direction.
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