Kappalottiya Thamizhan (Eng: The Tamilian Who Launched a Ship) is a 1961 Tamil-language Indian drama film directed by B. R. Panthulu. The film features Sivaji Ganesan and Gemini Ganesan in the lead roles, while S. V. Subbaiah, T. K. Shanmugham, S. V. Ranga Rao, Savitri and S. A. Ashokan appear in supporting roles.
It is based on the life of V. O. Chidambaram Pillai written by M. P. Sivagnanam. Upon release, Kappalottiya Thamizhan received critical acclaim and was adjudged the Best Tamil Film at the 9th National Film Awards.
Directed by – B. R. Panthulu
Produced by – B. R. Panthulu
Screenplay by – ‘Chithra’ Krishnaswamy
Story by – M. P. Sivagnanam
Starring – Sivaji Ganesan, Gemini Ganesan, Savitri
Music by – G. Ramanathan
Cinematography – W. R. Subba Rao & Karnan
Edited by – R. Devarajan
Production – Padmini Pictures
Release date – 7 November 1961
Running time – 177 minutes
Country – India
Language – Tamil
