Draft:O.R.J.Abdul Rahim

[[File:Producer_ORJ_Abdul_Rahim.jpg|thumb|right|O.R.J. Abdul Rahim (1938–1987)]]

O.R.J. Abdul Rahim (1938 – 1987) was a respected Indian film producer and arts enthusiast who was actively involved in the Tamil theater and film industries during the 1980s. Based in Vadapalani, Chennai—the heart of the Tamil film industry at the time—he founded and managed the independent production banner Fathima Movie Productions. He was highly regarded in Kodambakkam trade circles for his commitment to family-oriented dramas and traditional folk arts, strictly avoiding commercial compromises.

Filmography & Musical Legacy

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Under Fathima Movie Productions, his landmark feature film project was the family film 'Magal Marumagalanaal' (1981).Cast: The film featured prominent character actors Rajesh and Vadivukkarasi in the lead roles.

Music & Vocals:

The film’s soundtrack was primarily composed by the talented rural composer Kudanthai Subbiah (father of the contemporary film director and actor Saravan Subbiah), with one special track composed by the legendary duo Shankar–Ganesh.The film brought together some of the greatest playback singers of Indian cinema history. The complete 5-song tracklist, along with verified digital preservation links from vintage audio collectors and official artist web registries, is documented below:

Paruvam Paadum Paattu – Sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam (SPB) & S. Janaki (Music: Kudanthai Subbiah) | ⁠▶ Play on YouTube (A.G. Subramani Archive)

Kumbakonam Koothu Paarka (Abishegam Annaiku Abishegam) – Sung by T. M. Soundararajan (TMS) & Kalyani Menon (Music: Kudanthai Subbiah) | ⁠▶ Play on YouTube (DASS Audios)

Anbaik Kuzhaithidum – Sung by P. Jayachandran & P. Susheela (Music: Kudanthai Subbiah) | ⁠▶ Play on YouTube (Vijesh M.V Archive)

Vannath Thamizh Sudare – Sung by P. Susheela (Music: Kudanthai Subbiah) | ⁠▶ Play via P. Susheela Official Registry

Kaalamagal Olamidu – Sung by K. J. Yesudas & P. Susheela (Music: Shankar–Ganesh) | ▶ Play via P. Susheela Official Registry

Historical 1984 Civil Trade Lawsuit

In 1984, Fathima Movie Productions became involved in a significant civil and financial trade dispute in the Chennai legal circuit against producer J.D. Fernando's banner 'Vasanthalayam' regarding the film Thangamadi Thangam (1984, directed by Rama Narayanan). The dispute concerned regional distribution rights, laboratory print clearances, and negative film rights.Filing an injunction application at the City Civil Court within the Madras High Court Complex, O.R.J. Abdul Rahim's sons took active charge of the legal battle to protect their father's production interests:

Sikkandar Basha (The Eldest Son): Managed outdoor operations, distributor relations, and studio/film laboratory coordination. Durai.Burhanudeen (The Second Son): Actively led the legal procedures, working closely with advocates and managing court filings. Mubarak Saleem (The Third Son): Supported the family's unified efforts, which successfully brought the matter before the South Indian Film Chamber of Commerce (SIFCC) for a formal Compromise Deed, successfully securing their rightful financial and distribution shares before the film's theatrical release.

Present Status: Following the untimely passing of O.R.J. Abdul Rahim in 1987, Fathima Movie Productions ceased active feature film production as the industry transitioned into a corporate era. The contributions of O.R.J. Abdul Rahim and his sons—Sikkandar Basha, Durai.Burhanudeen, and Mubarak Saleem —remain a vital testament to the dedication, legal resilience, and artistic passio family-run production houses during the golden era of 1980s Tamil cinema.