Mata (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film

Mata poster

Released in 2006, Mata is a comedy and drama film directed by Guruprasad, running about 143 minutes. “Don't forget to give food when called for work” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The movie primarily revolves around the events that occur within a contemporary matha/mutts, which are revered as one of the most sacred institutions in India. The movie beautifully depicts that enlightenment is only possible if emotions like anger, lust, desire, etc. are overcome.

Who’s in it. Mata stars Jaggesh as Upkathe Govindu/Venkatesh, Nagathihalli Chandrashekar as Former matha head, R.N.Sudarshan as Appayya and Nagathihalli Chandrashekhar as Former matha head, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mata page.

If you liked it. Fans of Mata tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Mata (2006)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mata change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Mata?
Mata stars Jaggesh, Nagathihalli Chandrashekar, R.N.Sudarshan, Nagathihalli Chandrashekhar and Vaijanath Biradar.
When was Mata released?
Mata was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 143 minutes.