Where to watch Chanakyan (1989)
ചാണക്യൻ
- Movie
- Malayalam
- A
- 2h 25m
Where to watch in India
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Story
Johnson's life is torn apart by Madhava Menon, a politician with sinister intentions. Determined to confront the man responsible for his family's destruction, Johnson devises an unconventional plan. With assistance from a mimicry artist, he sets out to challenge Menon and seek justice for the wrongs committed against him.
Why watch
- Kamal Haasan leads this Malayalam thriller with a unique premise centred on revenge
- Features a talented supporting cast including Thilakan and Urmila Matondkar in key roles
- A 145-minute thriller that explores corruption and personal vengeance
Good for: Adult viewers interested in revenge thrillers with darker themes; not suitable for family viewing due to its A certificate.
Cast
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Kamal HaasanJohnson
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ThilakanMadhava Menon
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MadhuDIG K. Gopalakrishna Pillai
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Urmila MatondkarRenu
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JayaramJayaram
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SitharaGeethu
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Sabitha AnandJessy
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Santha DeviJohnson's Mother
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Jagadish
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JaganathanMadhava Menon's Aide
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ZainuddinMimicry Artist
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M S ThrippunithuraGeethu's Father
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Kollam Thulasi
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Poojappura RadhakrishnanSecurity guard
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P C GeorgePolice Inspector
Frequently asked questions
Which OTT platform is Chanakyan streaming on?
Chanakyan is currently available in India on Sun Nxt.
Can I watch Chanakyan for free?
No, you need a subscription to Sun Nxt to watch Chanakyan.
Is Chanakyan on Netflix?
No, Chanakyan is not on Netflix in India right now. You can watch it on Sun Nxt.
Is Chanakyan on Amazon Prime Video?
No, Chanakyan is not on Amazon Prime Video in India right now. You can watch it on Sun Nxt.
Is Chanakyan on JioHotstar?
No, Chanakyan is not on JioHotstar in India right now. You can watch it on Sun Nxt.
When was Chanakyan released?
Chanakyan released in theatres in India on 1 Sep 1989.
Who is in the cast of Chanakyan?
Chanakyan stars Kamal Haasan, Thilakan, Madhu, Urmila Matondkar and Jayaram. Kamal Haasan movies on OTT →
Who directed Chanakyan?
Chanakyan is directed by T. K. Rajeev Kumar. All movies directed by T. K. Rajeev Kumar →
How long is Chanakyan?
Chanakyan runs for 2h 25m (145 minutes).
Is Chanakyan suitable for kids and family?
No. Chanakyan is rated A (adults only) in India.
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