Sakhavu (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2017, Sakhavu is a drama film directed by Sidhartha Siva, running about 163 minutes.
What it’s about. Comrade Krishna Kumar wants to make it big in politics but lacks the ideals a sakhavu should possess. He is ruthless enough to even get rid of friends who might be possible hurdles on his way up. His paths cross with that of a veteran comrade, sakhavu Krishnan and the film depicts how his life influences Krishna Kumar.
Who’s in it. Sakhavu stars Nivin Pauly as Krishnakumar / Comrade Krisnan, Aishwarya Rajesh as Janaki, Aparna Gopinath as Neethi and Sreenivasan as Doctor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Sakhavu has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $2.2M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sakhavu page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sakhavu tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sakhavu (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sakhavu change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sakhavu worth watching?
- Sakhavu holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sakhavu?
- Sakhavu stars Nivin Pauly, Aishwarya Rajesh, Aparna Gopinath, Sreenivasan and Gayathri Suresh.
- When was Sakhavu released?
- Sakhavu was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 163 minutes.