Pavithra
Pavithra is a 1994 Indian Tamil-language drama film written, produced and directed by K. Subash under his home banner, Dhanooja Films. The film stars Raadhika, with Nassar and Ajith Kumar in supporting roles. The film's music was by A. R. Rahman and lyrics by Vairamuthu. The film opened on 2 November 1994 as one among the Deepavali releases. Plot. The film is about a quasi-mother-son relationship between Pavithra (Raadhika) and Ashok (Ajith Kumar). Ashok is a patient suffering from cancer, and Pavithra is a nurse in the hospital where he is being treated. Since Ashok 's age is same as her child (which was still born and died and she is childless), Pavithra showers maternal affection on him, which her husband mistakes as something else because of a villain doctor, who is a rogue. Confusion ensues, and Pavithra misunderstands Ashok. In the end, Ashok dies and Pavithra adopts a baby as her own child. Production. The title denotes Sanskrit for purity. Ajith revealed in an interview that his positive role in the film changed his outlook on cinema and take acting seriously as a career. Ajith's character was dubbed for by Sekar, in his  second venture. Release. The film was released with Kamal Haasan starrer Nammavar. Upon release, the film received a negative review from the "New Sunday Times". The film went on to win two National Film Awards; the National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer for Unnikrishnan and the National Film Award for Best Lyrics for Vairamuthu. Furthermore, the film won third prize in the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Film winners list. Soundtrack. The soundtrack was composed by A. R. Rahman. The song "Sevvaanam" is based on "Mamboove" from "Yoddha" (1992).