Oli Vilakku (Eng: Shining Lamp) is a 1968 Indian Tamil-language action film, directed by Tapi Chanakya and produced by S. S. Vasan. It is a remake of the Hindi-language film Phool Aur Patthar (1966).
The film stars M. G. Ramachandran (in his 100th film), Jayalalithaa and Sowcar Janaki, with S. A. Ashokan, Manohar, Cho and V. S. Raghavan in supporting roles.
It was released on 20 September 1968, and was one of the most successful Tamil films of the year, and became a turning point in Ramachandran’s career.
Directed by – Tapi Chanakya
Screenplay by – Sornam
Based on – Phool Aur Patthar by O. P. Ralhan
Produced by – S. S. Vasan
Starring – M. G. Ramachandran, Jayalalithaa, Sowcar Janaki
Cinematography – U. Rajagopal
Edited by – M. Umanath
Music by – M. S. Viswanathan
Production – Gemini Studios
Distributed by – Jothi Pictures
Release date – 20 September 1968
Running time – 164 minutes
Country – India
Language – Tamil
