Sarvadhikari is a 1951 Indian Tamil-language historical adventure film starring M. G. Ramachandran and Anjali Devi, with M. N. Nambiar as the antagonist. It established Nambiar as a major star. The film is based on the 1948 American film The Gallant Blade. The film was dubbed in Telugu under the same title.

Plot

Mahavarman, an ambitious minister with designs to topple the puppet king of Manipuri, finds the popularity of the commander-in-chief and his bodyguard Prathapan a stumbling block. He sends a young woman Meena Devi to seduce Prathapan, but she falls in love with him. After several twists and turns, Mahavarman is exposed and felled in an exciting duel with Prathapan. Ugrasenar is chosen as the first president while Prathapan is appointed as the new commander in chief. The kingdom of Manipuri is now a republic.

Cast

Cast according to the opening credits of the film

Soundtrack

The music composed by S. Dakshinamurthi. All the tunes for all the songs for both languages are the same.

Tamil Songs

Sarvadhikari Telugu Songs