Swami Ayyappan () is a 1975 Indian Hindu mythological film. Directed and produced by P. Subramaniam, it was simultaneously shot in Malayalam and Tamil. The film stars Gemini Ganesan, Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair, Master Raghu/Karan, K. Balaji, Sekhar, Srividya, Unnimary, Lakshmi, Raghavan, Rani Chandra and Vinodini. The film met with critical acclaim and became a box office success. It won four Kerala State Film Awards. The film helped popularise the shrine of Sabarimala further in Tamil Nadu.
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Soundtrack The music is composed by G. Devarajan. The song "Harivarasanam" sung by K. J. Yesudas and composed (in Madhyamavati raga) by G. Devarajan for the film later became part of the daily routine of Sabarimala Temple. It is played every night during the closing ceremony of the temple.
Accolades Kerala State Film Awards Best Film with Popular Appeal and Aesthetic Value – Swami Ayyappan Best Child Artist – Master Raghu/Karan Best Cinematography – Masthan Best Lyrics – Vayalar Ramavarma
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