| Alibabavum 40 Thirudargalum | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | K. S. Mani |
| Starring | N. S. Krishnan T. A. Madhuram M. R. Swaminathan S. V. Saharsaranamam Hariyan N. R. Padmavathi M. Jayalakshmi |
| Music by | N. S. Balakrishnan |
| Distributed by | Asoka Films |
| Release date(s) | 15 March 1941 |
| Language | Tamil |
Alibabavum 40 Thirudargalum is a full-length comedy film in Tamil, starring N. S. Krishnan and M. R. Swaminathan in the lead role. The film was released in 1941.
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