

Overview
Esthappan is a fisherman, who lives in a seashore colony. His story unfolds through narrations by other fishermen about his miraculous acts. Through the contradictory statements of these people, a mystical figure of Esthappan unfolds.
A closer look
Esthappan (1980) is a Malayalam-language Indian movie. Genres: Drama, Fantasy. Directed by Govindan Aravindan. The cast includes Rajan Kakkanadan, N L Balakrishnan, M.R. Krishnan, Karamana Janardanan Nair. Runtime: 94 minutes.
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Esthappan FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Esthappan?
Esthappan is listed as a Malayalam-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Esthappan?
Our source metadata lists 25 April 1980. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Esthappan?
The listed director is Govindan Aravindan.
Who is in the cast of Esthappan?
The available cast credits include Rajan Kakkanadan, N L Balakrishnan, M.R. Krishnan, Karamana Janardanan Nair, Sudharma. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Esthappan?
The recorded runtime is 94 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Esthappan?
The source lists these genres: Drama, Fantasy.
What is the original title of Esthappan?
The original title in our source data is എസ്തപ്പാൻ. The English-letter display name may be a romanization.
What is Esthappan about?
Esthappan is a fisherman, who lives in a seashore colony. His story unfolds through narrations by other fishermen about his miraculous acts. Through the contradictory statements of these people, a mystical figure of Esthappan unfolds.






