En Uyir Thozhan

En Uyir Thozhan (pronounced [en ujiɾ toːɻan] transl. My lifelong friend) is a 1990 Indian Tamil-language political drama film directed by Bharathiraja starring newcomers Babu, Thennavan and Rama. The film was released on 16 February 1990,^[1] and failed at the box-office; however it garnered a cult following.^[2]

En Uyir Thozhan
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Directed by	Bharathiraja
Written by	P. Kalaimani Babu
Produced by	P. Jayaraj S. P. Sigamani
Starring	Babu Thennavan Rama
Cinematography	B. Kannan
Edited by	P. Mohanraj
Music by	Ilaiyaraaja
Production company	B. R. Art Films
Release date	16 February 1990 (1990-02-16)
Country	India
Language	Tamil

Plot

The film revolves around an activist of a political party and his demise.

Cast

• Babu as Dharma
• Thennavan as Ramesh
• Rama as Chittu
• Vadivukkarasi as Dharma's sister
• Livingston as Dilli Babu
• Charle as Pangu

Production

The film marked the acting debuts of newcomers Babu, Thennavan and Rama.^[3][4] It was co-produced by Bharathiraja's brother Jayaraj.^[5]

Soundtrack

The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, with lyrics by Gangai Amaran.^[6] The song "Machi Mannaru" is set in Mayamalavagowla raga.^[7]

Track listing

No.	Title	Lyrics	Singer(s)	Length
1.	"Thambi Nee Nimindhu Parada"	Ilaiyaraaja	Ilaiyaraaja	3:02
2.	"Machchi Mannaaru"	Gangai Amaran	Ilaiyaraaja, K. S. Chithra	4:38
3.	"Aeh Raasaaththi"	Gangai Amaran	Malaysia Vasudevan	4:54
4.	"Kuyilukuppam"	Gangai Amaran	Malaysia Vasudevan, K. S. Chithra	5:00
Total length:				17:34

Reception

P. S. S. of Kalki praised the performances of debutants and Vadivukkarasi, cinematography and concluded the film is hard-hitting.^[8]