Mahakavi Kalidas (transl.

The Great Poet Kalidas) is a 1966 Indian Tamil-language biographical film produced and directed by R. R. Chandran, starring Sivaji Ganesan.

[2] It is based on the life of the poet Kalidasa.

The "Sakunthalai" music drama was not included in the film but was released on gramophone record.

[5] Kalki praised the film for its songs and cast performances.