32 years of Chinna Thambi: Khushbu pens a heartfelt note

32 years ago on this day, one of P Vasu's classic hits Chinna Thambi was released in theatres. Starring Prabhu and Khushbu in lead roles, the film had a 100-day run in many screens across the state. With music by Ilaiyaraaja, Chinna Thambi still remains one of Vasu's classics after 32 years. 

Taking to Twitter actor and politician Khushbu penned a heartfelt note on the anniversary of the film. She wrote, "Just can't believe it's been 32 years since Chinna Thambi took Tamil cinema by storm. Will always be indebted for the love showered upon me. My heart will always beat for P Vasu Sir & Prabhu Sir. Forever grateful to Illaiyarajaa Sir for his soul-stirring music n Late K Balu for bankrolling it. Nandini is eternally etched in the hearts & minds of everyone. Thank you once again." (sic)

Chinna Thambi revolves around Nandini (Khushbu), a rich girl raised by her three loving brothers. However, after an astrologer predicts that she will marry a man of her choice, her brothers try to protect her all her life. Her relationship with a commoner, Chinna Thambi (Prabhu) lands her in trouble. How she convinces her brothers to lead the life of her choice, forms the rest of the story.