| My Dear Bootham | |
|---|---|
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| Genre | Supernatural |
| Directed by | K. Shanmugham |
| Starring |
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| Theme music composer | X. Paulraj |
| Country of origin | India |
| Original language | Tamil |
| No. of episodes | 914[1] |
| Release | |
| Original network | Sun TV |
| Original release | 3 May 2004 – 30 November 2007 |
| External links | |
| [{{#property:P856}} Website] | |
My Dear Bootham (transl. My dear genie) is a 2004-2007 Indian Tamil-language supernatural television series directed by K. Shanmugham.[2][3][4] The series starred Naga Kannan, Abhilash, Master Bharath, Gowtham, Nivetha Thomas and Haritha.[1][5]
Plot[edit | edit source]
Moosa and his family were a part of the Bhootham family. Moosa and his family come to rescue his friends when they are harmed by their enemies.[6]
Cast[edit | edit source]
- Abhilash as Moosa
- Master Bharath(1–411)&(455–914)/Unknown(412–455) as Balu
- Gowtham as Gowtham (1–914)
- Nivetha Thomas as Gowri
- Haritha as Sandhya
- Naga Kannan as Bootham
- Gandhimathi as Moosa's grandmother
- Sangeetha Balan as Moosa's mother
- Vietnam Veedu Sundaram/Unknown as Alavudeen/Moosa's grandfather
- Vaiyapuri as Kittu
- Priyadharshini
- S. Rajasekar as Police Inspector Gowri and Gowtham's father
- Srikala Paramasivam
- Raj Kapoor
- Rajkamal
- Latha Rao
- Sanjeev Venkat
- O. A. K. Sundar as Mugamboo
- Gowthami Vembunathan
- King Kong as Sathyam
- Thavakalai Chittibabu as Kullan
- T. P. Gajendran
- Manohar as Raghu
Production[edit | edit source]
The series was one amongst many to feature CGI.[7] While acting in the serial, Abhilash received several film offers but denied them in order to continue working on the show since it is what gave him his identity.[8]
Music[edit | edit source]
The music was composed by X. Paulraj.[9]
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "My Dear Bootham Ne" | Tippu, Vyshali, Nirmal Sidhu, Kiran, Sruthi, X. Paulraj and Dr. Kiruthiya | 4:04 |
| Total length: | 4:04 | ||
Reception[edit | edit source]
In a retrospective review in 2024, a writer from The Times of India wrote that "The juxtaposition of the ghostly realm with the nuances of human life lent the series a distinctive charm, making it a household favorite" and added that the "impeccable performances [of the cast], coupled with engaging storytelling, propelled the series to acclaim and ensured its enduring popularity" and concluded that it "left an indelible imprint on the landscape of Indian television, earning a devoted following that transcended generations. Its blend of supernatural elements, humor, and heartwarming moments resonated with viewers, cementing its status as a timeless classic".[10]
Awards[edit | edit source]
- Best Child Artiste - Master Bharath[11]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "From Maya Machinthra to My Dear Bootham: Most-loved TV shows of '90s kids". The Times of India. 4 April 2024. Archived from the original on 22 July 2024. Retrieved 26 June 2024.
- ↑ Ghosts, Monsters and Demons of India. Watkins Media Limited. 12 September 2023. ISBN 978-1-78678-830-6. Archived from the original on 22 July 2024. Retrieved 28 June 2024.
- ↑ "சக்திமான் மட்டுமா? இந்த சீரியல்களையும் போடுங்க! போராடும் 90ஸ் கிட்ஸ்". Samayam (in தமிழ்). Archived from the original on 22 July 2024. Retrieved 26 June 2024.
- ↑ Variety Cinema Directory: Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi Information on Cinema & Video Industry. Best Media Associates (India). 2005. Archived from the original on 22 July 2024. Retrieved 28 June 2024.
- ↑ காந்தி, உ சுதர்சன் (31 August 2017). "'மை டியர் பூதம்' சீரியல் குட்டீஸ் இப்போ என்ன பண்றாங்க தெரியுமா?". Ananda Vikatan (in தமிழ்). Archived from the original on 22 July 2024. Retrieved 26 June 2024.
- ↑ ஆனந்தப்பிரியா, ச (12 April 2020). "நெட்ஃப்ளிக்ஸ், ப்ரைமுக்கெல்லாம் முன்னாடி நம் நாஸ்டால்ஜி சீரியல்ஸ்!". Ananda Vikatan (in தமிழ்). Archived from the original on 22 July 2024. Retrieved 26 June 2024.
- ↑ "திரைப்படத்துறையில்" (PDF). Kalki (in தமிழ்). 13 June 2004. pp. 82–85. Retrieved 26 June 2024 – via Internet Archive.
- ↑ Prasad, G (6 May 2006). "New kid on the blocks". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 19 October 2021. Retrieved 26 January 2018.
- ↑ "My Dear Bootham - T.V. Serial". Amazon Music. 31 July 2012. Archived from the original on 22 July 2024. Retrieved 26 June 2024.
- ↑ "Reviving Memories: Revisiting the iconic 90's show 'My Dear Bootham'; A look at the cast, interesting facts and more". The Times of India. 4 April 2024. Archived from the original on 22 July 2024. Retrieved 26 June 2024.
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 "Kushboo awarded". Behindwoods. 9 August 2008. Archived from the original on 22 July 2024. Retrieved 26 June 2024.