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Kadhikan

2023-12-01 · 92 min · ★ 3.0

Drama

In the 1980s, a renowned storyteller (a "Kadhikan") currently earns a living at the sawmill, hiding the performer in him due to his dire circumstances. A 17 year old in a juvenile home wishes to learn from him with the support of the Superintendent. His desire to learn the art form reignites the storyteller's faith in the same. Over a short span of time, the relationship between the Kadhikan and the boy becomes a bond unlike any other, unfolding new dimensions in both their lives.

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Directors
Jayaraj
Production companies
New Generation Cinema, Widescreen Media Productions
Countries
India
Status
Released

Top Cast

Ketaki Narayan KulkarniKetaki Narayan KulkarniMithun's Mother
Unni MukundanUnni MukundanJuvenile home superintendent
MukeshMukeshKadhikan Chittarimangalam Chandrasenan
KrishnanandMithun
Gopu KrishnaGopu Krishna
Sabita JayarajSabita JayarajPrincipal
Manoj GovindanMithun's Father
Shiny SarahShiny SarahKadhikan's Wife

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