When K. Bhagyaraj reimagined an MGR movie: The origin of ‘Avasara Police 100’
This article explores the production history of the 1990 film 'Avasara Police 100', directed by K. Bhagyaraj. It details how the film incorporated footage from a shelved project starring M.G. Ramachandran to help a producer recover financial losses.
Why it matters
It offers insight into the collaborative and often complex nature of film production in the Tamil industry during the late 20th century.
Avasara Police 100, a film by K. Bhagyaraj , who passed away at 73 on June 27, 2026, has a unique M G Ramachandran (MGR) connection, apart from the fact that the legendary actor featured in it. The 1990 Tamil film, written and directed by Bhagyaraj, was inspired by a shelved film of MGR.
The content is a historical account of film production with no discernible bias.
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