---
title: "16 Vayathinile"
year: 1977
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/16-vayathinile-1977"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 66332
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 139
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# 16 Vayathinile (1977) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/16-vayathinile-1977

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

16 Vayathinile is a film first released in 1977. Catalogued under Romance, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Sri Amman Creations. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A village girl faces romance and heartbreak when a city doctor arrives."

### Why Watch
- compelling character dynamics
- classic 1977 release

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains themes of betrayal
- Tone & Suitability: Contains mature themes of betrayal and emotional manipulation.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: romance, drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Bharathiraja
- **Networks / Studios**: Sri Amman Creations

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sridevi** as *Mayil*
- **Kamal Haasan** as *Chappani*
- **Rajinikanth** as *Parattai*
- **Goundamani** as *Koothu*
- **Ganthimathi** as *Kuruvammal*
- **Sathyajith** as *Sathyajith*
- **Gemini Rajeswari**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was 16 Vayathinile released?
The film was released on 09/15/1977 in India.

### Q: What genres is the movie classified under?
It is classified under romance and drama.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is 2 hours and 19 minutes.

### Q: Who is Mayil?
Mayil is a sixteen-year-old girl who is loved by her cousin Chappani and the village rowdy Parattai.

### Q: What happens to Mayil's romance?
She falls for a city doctor who takes advantage of her and deserts her.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [16 Vayathinile — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/66332)

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