Aparan (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 8.1
Released in 1988, Aparan is a thriller and mystery film directed by P Padmarajan, running about 115 minutes.
What it’s about. Viswanathan comes to the city for a job interview, only to find himself entangled in a crisis due to his resemblance with a gangster. Frustrated, he decides to find and face his doppelgänger with the help of a police inspector friend, but finding the imposter proves difficult, and the further they dig, the more mysterious and shocking their findings.
Who’s in it. Aparan stars Jayaram as Vishwanathan, Shobana as Ambili, Madhu as Vishwanathan's father and Mukesh as Inspector George, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.1/10, Aparan 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 Aparan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Aparan tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Aparan (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Aparan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Aparan worth watching?
- Aparan holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Aparan?
- Aparan stars Jayaram, Shobana, Madhu, Mukesh and Sukumari.
- When was Aparan released?
- Aparan was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 115 minutes.