Sasanam

Sasanam

2006 · 141 min · Drama, Family

Muthiah and his wife Visalakshi are a loving couple, and they come across Saroji who with no one to go for, takes refuge in Muthiah's house. Muthiah and Saroji develop soft corner towards each other. The rest is what transpires between the trio, exploring the nuances of an extra-marital affair.

Directed by J. Mahendran · Written by J. Mahendran

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