Oridathoru Phayalvaan (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 4.1
Released in 1981, Oridathoru Phayalvaan is a comedy and drama film directed by P Padmarajan, running about 122 minutes.
What it’s about. Oridathoru Phayalvaan is a 1981 Malayalam film written, edited and directed by P. Padmarajan. The film is a folk parable about the success and failure in the life of a wrestler. Having an unusual and different plot, the movie was critically acclaimed. It stars Rashid, Nedumudi Venu and Jayanthi in the lead roles. It won the award for Best Script at the Kuala Lumpur International Film Festival, and a Gold Medal at the Asian Film Festival.
Who’s in it. Oridathoru Phayalvaan stars Rashid as Phayalvaan, K G Devakiyamma as Chakkara's mother, Ashokan and Jayadevan as Job, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.1/10, Oridathoru Phayalvaan has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Oridathoru Phayalvaan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Oridathoru Phayalvaan tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Oridathoru Phayalvaan (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Oridathoru Phayalvaan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Oridathoru Phayalvaan worth watching?
- Oridathoru Phayalvaan holds an audience score of 4.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Oridathoru Phayalvaan?
- Oridathoru Phayalvaan stars Rashid, K G Devakiyamma, Ashokan, Jayadevan and Kariyachan.
- When was Oridathoru Phayalvaan released?
- Oridathoru Phayalvaan was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.