Just a quick visual ode to the maestro KB and these remarkable actresses…

‪Eyes are the windows of the soul in K.Balachander’s films. That’s why close-ups are very frequent in his cinematic language, especially for his many great female characters. Sometimes, it enhances the idea that these women are imprisoned in a tragic destiny. More often, it’s the better way to concentrate and explore the character’s face, an emotional landscape. Here are some iconic close-ups of KB’s bold and beautiful ladies.

‬Azhagan’s Swapna

Aboorva Ragangal’s Ranjani and Bairavi

Agni Sakchi’s Kannamma

Punnagai Mannan’s Malini

Varumayin niram sigappu’s Devi

Sindhu Bairavi’s Sindhu

Azhagan’s Priya

Thillu Mullu’s Sarojini

Aval oru thodarkadhai’s Kavita.

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Shakila Z.

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