Kathakali (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2016, Kathakali is an action and thriller film directed by Pandiraj, running about 125 minutes.
What it’s about. Returning from the states to marry his girlfriend, a common man is blamed for the murder of a local don due to their enmity in the past. He is caught in a web of conspiracies as he struggles to prove his innocence and the don's in-laws order their henchmen to take him down.
Who’s in it. Kathakali stars Vishal Krishna as Amudhavel Rajarathnam, Catherine Tresa as Meenu Kutty, Pawan as Sambantham and Sreejith Ravi as Cuddalore Inspector Saravana Vadivel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Kathakali has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Sun Nxt. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kathakali page.
If you liked it. Fans of Kathakali tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Kathakali (2016)?
- In US, Kathakali is available to stream on Sun Nxt. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Kathakali worth watching?
- Kathakali holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Kathakali?
- Kathakali stars Vishal Krishna, Catherine Tresa, Pawan, Sreejith Ravi and Karunas.