Thyagayya (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1981, Thyagayya is a history film directed by Bapu, running about 143 minutes.
What it’s about. Thyagaraja was a famous composer in South India. This is his story.
Who’s in it. Thyagayya stars Somayajulu J V as Thyagaraja, K R Vijaya as Kamalamba, Rao Gopal Rao as Japesam and Arja Janardhana Rao as Hanuman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Thyagayya sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thyagayya page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thyagayya tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thyagayya (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thyagayya change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Thyagayya worth watching?
- Thyagayya holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Thyagayya?
- Thyagayya stars Somayajulu J V, K R Vijaya, Rao Gopal Rao, Arja Janardhana Rao and Sakshi Ranga Rao.
- When was Thyagayya released?
- Thyagayya was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 143 minutes.