When Bhagyaraj and Bharathiraja created a timeless classic together with ‘Oru Kaidhiyin Diary’ | Tamil Movie News

K. BhagyarajThe disappearance of has caused many warm memories of his glorious filmography. Among the most recognized episodes is his collaboration with Bharathiraja to make “Diary of Oru Kaidhiyin”. Bhagyaraj wrote the story and screenplay while Bharathiraja directed the film in his own style, making it one of the biggest hits of 1985. The exceptional pairing of two legends made it clear that good storytelling can stand out despite a different approach.

Bhagyaraj gave Bharathiraja complete creative freedom for ‘Oru Kaidhiyin Diary’

It is said that when Bhagyaraj gave the script to Bharathiraja, he told him that even if it was his story, he could change anything to suit his way of making films. As stated by Asianet, Bharathiraja took advantage of this and directed the film ‘Oru Kaidhiyin Diary’ in his own unique way. The main roles were played by Kamal Haasanwho played dual roles along with Revathi, Radha and Janagaraj. The movie became a hit among the people and became a blockbuster movie.

Bhagyaraj later directed the Hindi remake with Amitabh Bachchan

After the success of the Tamil version, Bhagyaraj decided to remake the story in Hindi as ‘Aakhree Raasta’ with Amitabh Bachchan in the lead. Before shooting began, Bhagyaraj is said to have explained to Amitabh Bachchan that the Hindi version would carry his signature style, unlike the Tamil film, which was directed by Bharathiraja in his own way. Amitabh Bachchan agreed with the approach, giving Bhagyaraj complete freedom. Many alterations were made to the script of the Hindi film, some of which were new emotional sequences and also a different ending, ensuring that the film was different from the original Tamil film.

Two directors, one story and two blockbusters

‘Aakhree Raasta’ released in 1986 also turned out to be a blockbuster and added to Amitabh Bachchan’s already established stardom. This is one of the few cases in Indian films where the same story was shot by two renowned directors in two different languages, and both versions turned out to be successful films.