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Anubhavangal Palichakal (1971): Cast & Plot

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Anubhavangal Palichakal is a 1971 film directed by K. S. Sethumadhavan, starring Philomina as Kochunni's wife, Sheela and Prem Nazir. It runs 2 hours 13 minutes.

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Anubhavangal Palichakal (1971) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 13m (133 min)
Original language
Malayalam
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The story

What Is Anubhavangal Palichakal About?

The premise of Anubhavangal Palichakal without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Feeling remorse for his abusive behavior toward his family, Chellappan resolves to change and make amends. Just as he begins to set things right, he is stunned to discover that his wife has been involved with another man, shattering his hopes and plunging him into a painful personal crisis.

Anubhavangal Palichakal Themes & Keywords

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  • communist
  • working class
  • factory
  • redemption
  • remorse
  • baby
  • extramarital affair
  • death sentence
  • arrest
  • false identity
  • alias
  • admiration
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  • crush
  • attempted seduction
  • star died before release
  • tragedy
  • labor strike
  • fugitive
  • marital estrangement
  • dysfunctional family
  • family relationships
  • dysfunctional marriage
  • abusive husband
  • suspicious husband
  • suspicion of adultery
  • based on novel
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Cast & crew

Anubhavangal Palichakal Cast & Characters

Philomina leads the cast as Kochunni's wife, with Sheela as Bhavani and Prem Nazir as Gopalan. Directed by K. S. Sethumadhavan; 16 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from K. S. Sethumadhavan

More films directed by K. S. Sethumadhavan: Stri, Marupakkam, Avidathepole Ivideyum and Oppol.

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Plot

Anubhavangal Palichakal Plot Summary

What happens in Anubhavangal Palichakal from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 10 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The film is set in the coastal region of Kerala, specifically in the areas of Punnapra, Vayalar, and Haripad, which were notable hotspots during the powerful Communist movement in the 1950s. At the heart of this story is Chellappan, a fiercely committed Communist and dedicated employee at Chacko’s business. Over time, Chellappan earns respect among the working-class community through his efforts in organizing pickets and strikes aimed at advocating for workers’ rights. However, his revolutionary zeal comes at a personal cost, as his family life suffers greatly.

Full summary

The whole story of Anubhavangal Palichakal, scene by scene

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How Well Do You Know Anubhavangal Palichakal?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What political ideology does the protagonist Chellappan passionately support?

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Anubhavangal Palichakal FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Anubhavangal Palichakal, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Anubhavangal Palichakal?

Anubhavangal Palichakal runs 2 hours 13 minutes (133 minutes).

When was Anubhavangal Palichakal released?

Anubhavangal Palichakal was released on August 6, 1971.

Who directed Anubhavangal Palichakal?

Anubhavangal Palichakal was directed by K. S. Sethumadhavan.

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Who is in the cast of Anubhavangal Palichakal?

Anubhavangal Palichakal stars Philomina as Kochunni's wife, Sheela as Bhavani and Prem Nazir as Gopalan, among 16 credited actors.

Does Anubhavangal Palichakal have a post-credit scene?

No. Anubhavangal Palichakal has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Anubhavangal Palichakal in?

The original language of Anubhavangal Palichakal is Malayalam.

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