Kaapalika (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film
Released in 1973, Kaapalika is a drama film directed by Crossbelt Mani, running about 132 minutes.
What it’s about. A conservative village girl Rosamma (Sheela) is exploited by various men including her husband. She goes to Bombay where she starts an escort service and ends up being a person of influence and power.
Who’s in it. Kaapalika stars Sheela as Kaapalika/Roseamma, Vijayaraghavan as Babu, N.N. Pillai as Lazar and Adoor Bhasi as Pothacchan, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kaapalika page.
If you liked it. Fans of Kaapalika tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Kaapalika (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kaapalika change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Kaapalika?
- Kaapalika stars Sheela, Vijayaraghavan, N.N. Pillai, Adoor Bhasi and K P Ummer.
- When was Kaapalika released?
- Kaapalika was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 132 minutes.