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Manichithrathazhu

Original title: Manichitrathazhu
  • 19931993
  • Not RatedNot Rated
  • 2h 49m
IMDb RATING
8.8/10
11K
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Suresh Gopi, Mohanlal, and Shobana in Manichitrathazhu (1993)
  • Comedy
  • Horror
  • Music
When a forbidden room in an old bungalow is unbolted, the spirit of a vengeful dancer is unleashed.When a forbidden room in an old bungalow is unbolted, the spirit of a vengeful dancer is unleashed.When a forbidden room in an old bungalow is unbolted, the spirit of a vengeful dancer is unleashed.
IMDb RATING
8.8/10
11K
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  • Director
    • Fazil
  • Writer
    • Madhu Muttam
  • Stars
    • Shobana
    • Suresh Gopi
    • Mohanlal
Top credits
  • Director
    • Fazil
  • Writer
    • Madhu Muttam
  • Stars
    • Shobana
    • Suresh Gopi
    • Mohanlal
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 51User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production, box office & company info
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    • Awards
      • 5 wins

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    Shobana in Manichitrathazhu (1993)
    Shobana in Manichitrathazhu (1993)
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    Kuthiravattam Pappu in Manichitrathazhu (1993)
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    Shobana
    Shobana
    • Gangaas Ganga…
    Suresh Gopi
    Suresh Gopi
    • Nakulanas Nakulan
    Mohanlal
    Mohanlal
    • Dr. Sunny Josephas Dr. Sunny Joseph
    Vinaya Prasad
    Vinaya Prasad
    • Sridevias Sridevi
    Nedumudi Venu
    Nedumudi Venu
    • Thampias Thampi
    Innocent
    Innocent
    • Unnithanas Unnithan
    K.P.A.C. Lalitha
    K.P.A.C. Lalitha
    • Bhasuraas Bhasura
    Sudheesh
    Sudheesh
    • Chanthuas Chanthu
    Thilakan
    Thilakan
    • Brahmadattan Nampoothirippaduas Brahmadattan Nampoothirippadu
    Ganesh Kumar
    Ganesh Kumar
    • Dasappan Kuttyas Dasappan Kutty
    Rudra
    • Allias Alli
    Kuthiravattam Pappu
    Kuthiravattam Pappu
    • Kattuparambanas Kattuparamban
    • (as Pappu)
    Shridhar
    Shridhar
    • Mahadevanas Mahadevan
    Bhagyalakshmi
    Bhagyalakshmi
    • Gangaas Ganga
    • (voice)
    Durga Sundararajan
    • Nagavallias Nagavalli
    • (voice)
    Fazil
    Fazil
    • Director
      • Fazil
    • Writer
      • Madhu Muttam
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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      It became the highest-grossing Malayalam film in history, to that date.
    • Quotes

      Kattuparamban: Heard about a Psychiatrist from America.

      Dr. Sunny Joseph: Yes, See, I am that fortunate man.

      Kattuparamban: People think I have something wrong with my behavior. Can you please check it?

      Dr. Sunny Joseph: Yes, I guess something wrong!

      Kattuparamban: Then what should we do?

      Dr. Sunny Joseph: I cannot help it right now because I have tranquilized Sreedevi inside. Come after some days!

      Kattuparamban: Okay! Should I take any precaution?

      Dr. Sunny Joseph: Of Course! Try not to touch water!

    • Connections
      Referenced in Geethanjali (2013)

    User reviews51

    Review
    Top review
    One of the greatest Malayalam movies ever made
    The first half of Manichithrathazhu may be slow, but the second half becomes gripping. The amazing climax, featuring Shobana's spectacular dance with her partner, pushes this movie from a simple Malayalam thriller to the level of high art. Although the film isn't perfect--there are minor plot holes, and Mohanlal's entertaining performance goes over the top in some scenes--Manichithrathazhu is one of the best Indian movies I've seen.

    After watching this movie, I couldn't believe it was directed by Fazil, the same guy who churned out overly sentimental mush like Aniyathi Pravu (1997) and shameless, cookie-cutter Hollywood remakes like Life Is Beautiful (2000). Manichithrathazhu has to be the high point of Fazil's career.

    After a lifetime of avoiding most Malayalam movies like the plague, old classics like this film are turning me into a big fan of Malu films. Also, after watching his charismatic performances in films like Nadodikattu (1987), Pattana Pravesham (1988), Akkare akkare akkare (1990), and Manichithrathazhu, I find myself becoming an enthusiastic fan of Mohanlal. If you're not already a Mohanlal fan, watching Manichithrathazhu may make you one.
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    • mervkv
    • May 22, 2005

    Details

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    • Release date
      • December 24, 1993 (India)
    • Country of origin
      • India
    • Language
      • Malayalam
    • Also known as
      • The Ornate Lock
    • Filming locations
      • Kochi, Kerala, India
    • Production company
      • Swargachitra
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    • Runtime
      2 hours 49 minutes
    • Color
      • Color

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