Thanga Magan

Thanga Magan

Year: 1983

Runtime: More mins

Language: Tamil

Director: Jagannathan

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Thanga Magan is a man’s search for his roots. It is his search for the truth about his lineage.

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1

Arun's privileged life and budding romance

Arun, the haughty son of Chidambaram and Annapoorani, enjoys luxury while flouting the rules. He clashes repeatedly with Chitra, a combative hotel dancer, but their sharp exchanges gradually give way to genuine affection. The early force of their rivalry sets the stage for a complicated romance.

Present day Chidambaram's mansion
2

Assassination attempt at Arun's house

A hit man named Kali, hired by rivals, infiltrates Arun's house and attempts to kill him during a tense night. Chidambaram recognizes Kali and allows him to escape, delaying the danger and revealing the reach of the family's enemies. The incident leaves Arun shaken and hungry for answers about his past.

Night Arun's house
3

Arun confronts his father

Following the attempt, Arun confronts Chidambaram to seek the truth about his lineage. Chidambaram reveals a shocking past: Arun is not his biological son. Years ago, Kali and another operative were tasked with killing the infant Arun and his mother, but Chidambaram chose to adopt and raise him.

Evening Chidambaram's study
4

Revelation of Laxmi as Arun's real mother

Arun learns that his real mother is Laxmi, a woman who has been living as a household member in Chitra's house. The revelation shatters his sense of identity and triggers questions about Laxmi's past and morality. The family begins to confront buried histories that could threaten them all.

Present Chitra's house
5

Laxmi's past and deception in court

Laxmi explains how she was deceived into lying in court about her supposed immorality and how her criminal husband Velliangiri ordered her to be killed to protect his ally Rajalingam. The truth exposes the manipulation behind Arun's murder case and shifts the burden of guilt away from Arun. The revelation forces the characters to re-evaluate loyalties and truth.

Flashback (years ago) Court and related locations
6

Conspiracy against Laxmi and Arun

Velliangiri and Rajalingam, who had earlier sent Kali to eliminate Arun, realize Laxmi is alive and vow to finish both her and Arun's attackers. Their schemes intensify as they consolidate power over the case and tighten the net around Arun's family.

Present Rivals' hideout
7

Laxmi's arrest following truth about her witness statement

As the truth about her witness statement comes to light in the murder case, Laxmi is arrested. The legal saga accelerates, pulling Arun deeper into the family feud. The investigators must navigate a tangle of bloodlines and bargains that cloud justice.

Present Police station
8

Arun attempts to bail out Laxmi

Arun attempts to bail Laxmi out, but Chidambaram is forced to intervene due to a direct threat against Annapoorani's life. The father-daughter-in-law tension spills into the courtroom and jail corridors as loyalties are tested. Laxmi's fate hangs in the balance while the family fights to protect themselves.

Present Jail
9

Laxmi captured by Velliangiri

Laxmi is captured by Velliangiri and tied up in his bungalow, increasing the peril surrounding Arun's family. Disguised as Reddy garu, Arun infiltrates the bungalow to locate Laxmi and relay information to the police. The rescue operation begins with tension, stealth, and imminent danger.

Present Velliangiri's bungalow
10

Arun's undercover entry and police coordination

Arun continues his undercover entry, gathering intelligence and coordinating with authorities while staying one step ahead of the criminals. His masquerade allows him to move freely inside the criminals' lair and keep Laxmi's whereabouts secret from their pursuers. The plan hinges on a timely police intervention to secure her safety.

Present Velliangiri's bungalow
11

Final clash to protect family and bring criminals to justice

Arun engages in a final confrontation to protect his mother and bring down his criminal father and Rajalingam. The truths uncovered crystallize into decisive action that ends the threat to Annapoorani and Laxmi. The showdown tests Arun's loyalty to family against the pursuit of justice.

Final showdown City/Various locations
12

Aftermath and renewal

With the criminals cornered, the truth about Arun's lineage resonates through the family. Arun must redefine his identity while ensuring the safety of Laxmi and Annapoorani. The story closes on a note of vindication and renewal for the family.

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Last Updated: October 09, 2025 at 14:21

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