Mani Magudam is a 1966 Indian Tamil-language historical action film, directed by S. S. Rajendran and written by M. Karunanidhi.

The film stars Rajendran, C. R. Vijayakumari, Jayalalithaa,and M. N. Nambiar.

[1][2] A group of revolutionaries from Manimagudapuram raise a revolt against their king and try to establish democracy in their kingdom.

While Rajendran, the lead actor of the play, reprised his role in the film adaptation, Manorama was replaced by Vijayakumari as the lead actress.

[5] Kalki noted that, among the three roles portrayed by Rajendran, only the insane one was worth applauding.