Where to watch Kadhal Desam (1996)

Name: Kadhal Desam
Genre: Action, Comedy, Drama, Romance
Released: 1996-08-23
Duration: 2 h 38 min
Cast: Abbas, Vineeth Radhakrishnan, Tabu, S. P. Balasubramaniam, Srividya

காதல் தேசம்

Movie
Tamil
2h 38m

Genre: Action, Comedy, Drama, Romance
Director: Kathir
Theatrical release: 23 Aug 1996

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Languages and dubbing

Language	Type	Platform
Tamil தமிழ்	Original	Amazon Prime Video	Verified
Tamil தமிழ்	Original	Amazon Prime Video with Ads	Verified

Story

Two students from opposing colleges—one wealthy, one struggling financially—forge an unlikely friendship following a chance encounter. Their bond is tested when an intelligent and charming girl joins their college, capturing the attention of both friends. As they each harbour feelings for her, neither initially grasps that they're drawn to the same person, setting the stage for romantic complications and personal conflicts.

Why watch

Tamil romantic drama from 1996 with action and comedy elements
Features Tabu alongside Abbas and Vineeth Radhakrishnan
Directed by Kathir with a runtime of 2 hours 38 minutes

Good for: Viewers interested in 90s Tamil cinema romance with action and humour will find this engaging; check the certificate status before watching with younger audiences.

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Cast

AbbasArun
Vineeth RadhakrishnanKarthik
TabuDivya
S. P. BalasubramaniamDivya's father
SrividyaDivya's mother
VadiveluWilson
Chinni JayanthShiva
VikramArun (voice)

Frequently asked questions

Which OTT platform is Kadhal Desam streaming on?

Kadhal Desam is currently available in India on Amazon Prime Video, AP International South Cinema Amazon Channel, Google Play Movies and YouTube.

Can I watch Kadhal Desam for free?

No, you need a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and AP International South Cinema Amazon Channel to watch Kadhal Desam.

Is Kadhal Desam available in Hindi?

No, a Hindi version of Kadhal Desam is not available on OTT in India right now.

Is Kadhal Desam on Netflix?

No, Kadhal Desam is not on Netflix in India right now. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video, AP International South Cinema Amazon Channel and Google Play Movies.

Is Kadhal Desam on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes, Kadhal Desam is available on Amazon Prime Video in India. More Tamil movies on Amazon Prime Video →

Is Kadhal Desam on JioHotstar?

No, Kadhal Desam is not on JioHotstar in India right now. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video, AP International South Cinema Amazon Channel and Google Play Movies.

When was Kadhal Desam released?

Kadhal Desam released in theatres in India on 23 Aug 1996.

Who is in the cast of Kadhal Desam?

Kadhal Desam stars Abbas, Vineeth Radhakrishnan, Tabu, S. P. Balasubramaniam and Srividya. Abbas movies on OTT →

Who directed Kadhal Desam?

Kadhal Desam is directed by Kathir. All movies directed by Kathir →

How long is Kadhal Desam?

Kadhal Desam runs for 2h 38m (158 minutes).

Can I rent or buy Kadhal Desam?

Yes, besides the subscription platforms you can rent or buy Kadhal Desam on Google Play Movies and YouTube.