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IMDb19702h 17mIndia

CID Shankar

Synopsis

The film start had in its title sequence in which a Politician is killed by a Suicide bomber who explodes her explosive belt. C. I. D. Shankar and his assistant Raju(Thengai Srinivasan is deputed to the Nilgiris to investigate a case of mysterious murder. C. I. D. Ashokan(Pakkirisamy) also stay for the town, who pose at research of herbal, his close relation of lover's club dancer Reeta(Jayakumari). Ashokan finds all truth and he goes to Nagamalai estate, where he gives lift to a young girl who explodes her belt.Ashokan gives diary and locker key to Vithya(Sakunthala) who saves his life and admits him in the hospital. But unfortuneately ashokan was killed by the mysterious gang in hospital. Vithya gives the things to Shankar and both fall in love. Raju falls in love with actress Rama(Kumari Radha), who also stays in the same hotel. Shankar meet Reeta and asks her to help him. She gives information to his assistant Raju and later on she is killed by the same mysterious gang.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
R. Sundaram
Screenplay & Story
A. L. Narayanan
Original Score
Vedha
Original Title
CID Shankar
Country of Origin
India
Spoken Languages
Tamil
Runtime
2h 17m
Production Studios
Modern Theatres

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

R. Sundaram

Screenplay & Story

A. L. Narayanan

Original Score & Music

Vedha

Director of Photography

C.A.S. Mani

Film Editing

L. Balu

Producers

R. Sundaram

Department Leadership Roster

C.A.S. Mani

Director of Photography

L. Balu

Editor

R. Sundaram

Director

Vedha

Original Music Composer

R. Sundaram

Producer

A. L. Narayanan

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for CID Shankar.

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Frequently Asked Questions About CID Shankar

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is CID Shankar about?

The film start had in its title sequence in which a Politician is killed by a Suicide bomber who explodes her explosive belt. C. I. D. Shankar and his assistant Raju(Thengai Srinivasan is deputed to the Nilgiris to investigate a case of mysterious murder. C. I. D. Ashokan(Pakkirisamy) also stay for the town, who pose at research of herbal, his close relation of lover's club dancer Reeta(Jayakumari). Ashokan finds all truth and he goes to Nagamalai estate, where he gives lift to a young girl who explodes her belt.Ashokan gives diary and locker key to Vithya(Sakunthala) who saves his life and admits him in the hospital. But unfortuneately ashokan was killed by the mysterious gang in hospital. Vithya gives the things to Shankar and both fall in love. Raju falls in love with actress Rama(Kumari Radha), who also stays in the same hotel. Shankar meet Reeta and asks her to help him. She gives information to his assistant Raju and later on she is killed by the same mysterious gang.

Who directed CID Shankar?

CID Shankar was directed by R. Sundaram.

Who stars in CID Shankar?

The principal cast of CID Shankar includes Jaishankar, CID Sakunthala, R. S. Manohar, O. A. K. Thevar, Thengai Srinivasan.

When was CID Shankar released and how long is it?

CID Shankar was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 2h 17m.

Who composed the musical score for CID Shankar?

The original motion picture soundtrack for CID Shankar was composed by Vedha.