Maaman Magal (1955 film)

Maaman Magal is a 1955 Indian Tamil-language film directed by R.S. Mani. The film stars K.R. Ramasamy and Gemini Ganesan in lead roles, alongside Savitri, T.S. Balaiah, and R.S. Manohar in supporting roles. The story revolves around themes of family, love, and societal expectations within a rural Tamil Nadu setting. The film's title, "Maaman Magal," translates to "Uncle's Daughter" in English, a common reference to a cousin marriage, a prevalent practice in some South Indian communities. The film's music was composed by Viswanathan-Ramamoorthy. Maaman Magal was a box office success and contributed to the popularity of its lead actors.