Mappillai (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 2011, Mappillai is an action and comedy film directed by Suraj, running about 160 minutes.
What it’s about. Rajeshwari agrees to get her daughter Gayathri married to her beau Saravanan, thinking him to be subservient. But her plans are foiled when she realises that he has a violent past.
Who’s in it. Mappillai stars Dhanush as Saravanan, Manisha Koirala as Rajeshwari, Hansika Motwani as Gayathri and Vivek as Child Chinna / James Pandiyan / Youth, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Mappillai has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mappillai page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mappillai tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mappillai (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mappillai change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mappillai worth watching?
- Mappillai holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mappillai?
- Mappillai stars Dhanush, Manisha Koirala, Hansika Motwani, Vivek and Dr. Sharmila.
- When was Mappillai released?
- Mappillai was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 160 minutes.