Yathra (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1985, Yathra is a drama and romance film directed by Balu Mahendra, running about 124 minutes. “Humanity, Rights, and Love” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Based upon the human rights violations by the police and the prison authorities in India during the emergency of 1975–1977, the film tells the story of Unnikrishnan, an ex-convict. Recently released from prison, Unnikrishnan relays his life story to fellow passengers on a bus. He tells of his orphan upbringing, career as a forest official, and love for a young woman named Thulasi, whom he promised he'd marry, before he was erroneously arrested for a crime he did not commit.
Who’s in it. Yathra stars Shobana as Thulasi, Mammootty as Unnikrishnan, Adoor Bhasi as Priest and Thilakan as Jailor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Yathra has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Yathra page.
If you liked it. Fans of Yathra tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Yathra (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Yathra change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Yathra worth watching?
- Yathra holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Yathra?
- Yathra stars Shobana, Mammootty, Adoor Bhasi, Thilakan and Kunchan.
- When was Yathra released?
- Yathra was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 124 minutes.