Guru Dakshina (1983 film)


Guru Dakshina is a 1983 Indian Malayalam-language film written and directed by Baby. It features Adoor Bhasi, Ratheesh, Mohanlal, Mammootty and Sathish Menon in major roles. The songs were composed by K. J. Joy. The film was a remake of Tamil film Engal Vathiyar.

Plot

The story revolves around Kunjunni Mash, who is a school teacher. His daughter falls in love with the Panchayat President's son. However, he demands dowry to Kunjunni Mash in the form of money to let the marriage happen. The rest of the movie shows how Kunjunni Mash goes to see each of his old students to seek help for his daughter's marriage.

Cast

The music was composed by K. J. Joy and the lyrics were written by Poovachal Khader.