Per Sollum Pillai

Per Sollum Pillai

Year: 1987

Runtime: 134 mins

Language: Tamil

Director: S. P. Muthuraman

Family

Rajalakshmi adopts the orphan Ramu and raises him as her own son, and he repays her by fiercely safeguarding his entire foster family. When his unscrupulous foster brothers plot to wed their actual sister to a dangerous gangster, Ramu must intervene to prevent the marriage and protect his loved ones.

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1

Ramu is adopted after saving the family

As a child, Ramu saves the wealthy family's life when they are nearly poisoned by a miscreant. Impressed by his courage and quick thinking, Rajalakshmi adopts him into the family. The act changes his fate, bringing him into a life of privilege and responsibility within the household.

childhood Rajalakshmi's home
2

Ramu grows up as a beloved son in a wealthy family

Ramu grows up as a beloved member of the family, helping to run the household and looking after his adopted brothers and sister. Yet many outsiders still see him as a servant, and there is quiet resentment behind that view. He remains faithful and grateful to his adoptive parents for giving him a new family.

post-adoption family home
3

Adopted brothers' mischief and Ramu's warnings

Ramu often intervenes when his adopted brothers plot mischief in the house and threatens the family’s harmony. He advises them to be resourceful and diligent, not just pleasure seekers. The brothers resent his moral stance and view him as an obstacle to their carefree lifestyle.

ongoing family home
4

Rekha is saved from exploitation; marriage pressure begins

Ramu protects his adopted sister Rekha from exploitation by a wealthy smuggler’s son, showing his protective nature. The incident sparks the smuggler's interest in Rekha and leads Banuprasad to press for Rekha’s hand in marriage. Ramu’s stand infuriates Banuprasad, who vows revenge.

early Rajalakshmi's house
5

Banuprasad seeks Rekha's hand; Ramu resists

Banuprasad visits Rajalakshmi with the intention of securing Rekha’s hand, but Ramu blocks the proposal by persuading his mother to refuse. Enraged, Banuprasad teams up with Nagalingam, a corrupt government official, to ruin Ramu’s family. The alliance marks the beginning of a calculated vendetta.

before the conflict escalates Rajalakshmi's house
6

Explosive frame: bombs planted in the fireworks factory

Banuprasad plants illegal explosives in Rajalakshmi’s fireworks factory to frame her and have her arrested. The police investigation looms as the plan unfolds. Ramu, faithful to the family, takes the blame and goes to jail in her place.

early fireworks factory; jail
7

Ramu serves time and returns to care for his mother

While Ramu is in jail, Rajalakshmi falls seriously ill and her own sons neglect her, wasting money on gambling. After his release, Ramu returns to care for his adoptive mother and support her through illness. His selfless dedication strengthens the family’s resolve.

after jail home
8

Adopted brothers revolt and oust Ramu from the house

Influenced by their brother-in-law Nagalingam, Ramu's adopted brothers rise up and seize control of the factory, forcing him out of the house. Their reckless decisions begin to ruin the family business and reputation. The family’s stability hangs by a thread as Ramu stands apart.

post-rebellion factory; home
9

Ramu builds his own fireworks factory

Undeterred, Ramu uses his resourcefulness to establish his own fireworks factory and rebuild his standing. He earns profits through hard work and integrity. Seetha, a worker in the house, grows attracted to him because of his truthfulness and dependable nature.

mid-arc Ramu's new factory
10

Ramu saves his sister and pays for the losses

Ramu prevents the forced marriage of Rekha to the enemy’s son and pays for the family’s losses caused by his brothers' poor decisions. He steps in to safeguard Rekha and the parents, stabilizing the family in the process. This act mends some of the rifts and restores balance.

after factory establishment home/factory
11

Ramu makes his mother proprietor of the factory

Ramu adopts his mother as his own and makes her the proprietor of his factory, ensuring she controls the business. This formalizes the transfer of leadership and honors the care she gave him. The arrangement strengthens the family’s continuity and respect.

after crisis factory
12

Final confrontation and mother's death

Banuprasad escalates the plot, attempting to force the marriage and murder the family. Ramu again comes to the rescue, but Rajalakshmi is fatally wounded and dies in his arms. Her death marks a turning point as Ramu assumes leadership of the family.

final scene home
13

Ending: family reunion and Ramu at the helm

In the closing, Ramu's daughter—reimagined as his reborn mother's daughter—celebrates her birthday with the reunited family. The clan comes together with Ramu at the helm, ensuring the legacy of Rajalakshmi endures. The story ends on a note of restored harmony and leadership.

ending home

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