The Waxing Moon)[1] is a 1962 Indian Tamil-language drama film, directed by D. Yoganand.

The film stars Sivaji Ganesan and B. Saroja Devi.

[2] The music was composed by K. V. Mahadevan, with lyrics by Kannadasan.

[3] Valar Pirai was released on 30 March 1962,[4] and distributed by Sri Rama Films.

[5] Kanthan of Kalki criticised the film for its numerous plot holes.