Poster for Thacholi Ambu (1978)

Malayalam CINEMA · 1978

Thacholi Ambu

തച്ചോളി അമ്പു

1978-10-27167 min
Drama
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Overview

Thacholi Ambu is a 1978 Malayalam-language film starring Prem Nazir, Sivaji Ganesan, Ravikumar and Jayan. Directed and produced by Navodaya Appachan, it was the first cinemascope film in Malayalam. Prem Nazir played the title role in the film.

MOVIE FACT SUMMARY

A closer look

Thacholi Ambu (1978) is a Malayalam-language Indian movie. Genres: Drama. Directed by Navodaya Appachan. The cast includes Prem Nazir, Sivaji Ganesan, Jayan, K P Ummer. Runtime: 167 minutes.

Cast & crew

Portrait of Prem Nazir
Prem NazirThacholi Ambu
Portrait of Sivaji Ganesan
Sivaji GanesanThacholi Othenakkurup
Portrait of Jayan
JayanBappu /Kutty(Bappu's Son)
Portrait of K P Ummer
K P UmmerKathiroor Gurukkal
Portrait of K R Vijaya
K R VijayaKunjithey (Othenan's Wife)
Portrait of Balan K Nair
Balan K NairMayin Kuttiyil,Bappu's Father
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Thacholi Ambu FAQs

Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.

What is the original language of Thacholi Ambu?

Thacholi Ambu is listed as a Malayalam-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.

What release date is listed for Thacholi Ambu?

Our source metadata lists 27 October 1978. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.

Who directed Thacholi Ambu?

The listed director is Navodaya Appachan.

Who is in the cast of Thacholi Ambu?

The available cast credits include Prem Nazir, Sivaji Ganesan, Jayan, K P Ummer, K R Vijaya. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.

How long is Thacholi Ambu?

The recorded runtime is 167 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.

What type of movie is Thacholi Ambu?

The source lists these genres: Drama.

What is the original title of Thacholi Ambu?

The original title in our source data is തച്ചോളി അമ്പു. The English-letter display name may be a romanization.

What is Thacholi Ambu about?

Thacholi Ambu is a 1978 Malayalam-language film starring Prem Nazir, Sivaji Ganesan, Ravikumar and Jayan. Directed and produced by Navodaya Appachan, it was the first cinemascope film in Malayalam. Prem Nazir played the title role in the film.