Ardhanaari (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 2012, Ardhanaari is a drama film directed by Santhosh Souparnika, running about 109 minutes.
What it’s about. Vinayan is a transgender who is always at the receiving end of insults and unfair behaviour. His effeminate actions also earn him the ire of his own family. Will Vinayan ignore social norms and stay true to himself? Or will he bow down to diktats?
Who’s in it. Ardhanaari stars Manoj K Jayan as Manjula/Vinayan, Thilakan as Nayak, Mahalakshmi as Kokila and Maniyanpilla Raju as Jameela, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Ardhanaari has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ardhanaari page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ardhanaari tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ardhanaari (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ardhanaari change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ardhanaari worth watching?
- Ardhanaari holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ardhanaari?
- Ardhanaari stars Manoj K Jayan, Thilakan, Mahalakshmi, Maniyanpilla Raju and Jayakrishnan.