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Overview
Periyar joins the Indian struggle for independence after being disgusted by the injustices of the Hindu caste system. Later, he begins fighting for the rights of Tamilians.
A closer look
Periyar (2007) is a Tamil-language Indian movie. Genres: Drama, History. Directed by Gnana Rajasekaran. The cast includes Sathyaraj, Vagai Chandrasekar, Jyothirmayi, Manorama. Runtime: 145 minutes.
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Periyar FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Periyar?
Periyar is listed as a Tamil-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Periyar?
Our source metadata lists 4 May 2007. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Periyar?
The listed director is Gnana Rajasekaran.
Who is in the cast of Periyar?
The available cast credits include Sathyaraj, Vagai Chandrasekar, Jyothirmayi, Manorama, Kaikala Satyanarayana. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Periyar?
The recorded runtime is 145 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Periyar?
The source lists these genres: Drama, History.
What is the original title of Periyar?
The original title in our source data is பெரியார். The English-letter display name may be a romanization.
What is Periyar about?
Periyar joins the Indian struggle for independence after being disgusted by the injustices of the Hindu caste system. Later, he begins fighting for the rights of Tamilians.
