My Dear Marthandan (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1990, My Dear Marthandan is a drama and romance film directed by Prathap Pothan, running about 114 minutes.
What it’s about. Based loosely on the 1988 American film Coming to America, the story concerns Marthandan, the prince of a rural village, who becomes bored and fed up with the demands of his aristocratic lifestyle and decides to go to the city to live a simple life, getting into trouble and finding love along the way.
Who’s in it. My Dear Marthandan stars Prabhu as Marthandan, Kamal Haasan as (Guest Appearance), Goundamani as 'Idea' Mani and Khushboo as Rani, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, My Dear Marthandan has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Dear Marthandan page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Dear Marthandan tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Dear Marthandan (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for My Dear Marthandan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is My Dear Marthandan worth watching?
- My Dear Marthandan holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Dear Marthandan?
- My Dear Marthandan stars Prabhu, Kamal Haasan, Goundamani, Khushboo and S. S. Chandran.
- When was My Dear Marthandan released?
- My Dear Marthandan was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.