Kaaval Dheivam (Eng: Guardian Deity) is a 1969 Indian Tamil-language drama film, directed by K. Vijayan and produced by S. V. Subbaiah.
An adaptation of the novel Kai Vilangu (Eng: Handcuff) by Jayakanthan, the film stars Sivakumar, Sowcar Janaki, Lakshmi and Nagesh, while Sivaji Ganesan makes an extended cameo appearance.
The film was a moderate success at the box-office.
Directed by – K. Vijayan
Based on Kai Vilangu by Jayakanthan
Produced by – S. V. Subbaiah
Starring – Sivaji Ganesan, Sivakumar, Lakshmi, Nagesh
Cinematography – Vijayan
Music by – G. Devarajan
Production – Ambal Productions
Release date – 1 May 1969
Running time – 145 minutes
Country – India
Language – Tamil
