Directed by T. Marconi, the film stars Hemalatha, Kanthamani, Baby Jaya, Indira and Bhagirathi.

Released on 30 March 1940, it received significant attention because of the values it propagated, and the fact that most of the artistes were girl children.

After he is released, he finds the liquor shop has become a tea-stall and his wife destitute, leading to his reform.

Inspired by Rajagopalachari's anti-alcohol crusade, a film sharing its name with the magazine, starring mainly girl children belonging to the Chennai Sirumigal Sangeetha Vidyasaalai, was launched.

Popular songs include "Kallai Ozhithida Sattamondru Chennai Congress Aatchiyil Seithanarey", "Mahaan Rajaji-yai Ellorum Vaazhthuvomey" and "Naattuomey Jayakodi".