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Aval Varuvala (1998): Cast & Plot

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Aval Varuvala is a 1998 drama directed by Raj Kapoor, starring Simran as Divya, Ajith Kumar and Goundamani. It runs 2 hours 32 minutes.

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Aval Varuvala (1998) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 32m (152 min)
Director
Raj Kapoor
Genre
Drama
Original language
Tamil
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The story

What Is Aval Varuvala About?

The premise of Aval Varuvala without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Divya continuously turns down Jeeva’s affection because of the trauma she endured with her abusive, psychotic husband, a dark chapter she eventually confides to Jeeva. Just as she resolves to accept his proposal and marry him, her former husband suddenly returns, threatening her chance at a new life.

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Cast & crew

Aval Varuvala Cast & Characters

Simran leads the cast as Divya, with Ajith Kumar as Jeeva and Goundamani as Dhandabani. Directed by Raj Kapoor; 12 actors are credited in all.

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More from Raj Kapoor

More films directed by Raj Kapoor: Sudhandhiram, Anantha Poongattre…, Vallal and Ram Teri Ganga Maili.

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Plot

Aval Varuvala Plot Summary

What happens in Aval Varuvala from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Jeeva lives with his grandmother Lakshmi in Madurai and vows to marry the girl he loves at first sight. When he lands a job as a bank manager in Chennai, his search for love takes an intriguing turn after a chance encounter in a bustling shopping mall. There he notices Divya, and something about her sparks a bold, impulsive pursuit. He even identifies the scooter she rides, setting him on a mission to find her. His quest leads him to a colony that is filled with a colorful group of comedians — Dhandabani, Michael Jackson, Major Ramachandran, Savithri, and James Thomson — a place that becomes more than just a clue in his search.

Full summary

The whole story of Aval Varuvala, scene by scene

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How Well Do You Know Aval Varuvala?

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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Which actor plays the male lead Jeeva?

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Aval Varuvala FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is Aval Varuvala?

Aval Varuvala runs 2 hours 32 minutes (152 minutes).

When was Aval Varuvala released?

Aval Varuvala was released on May 1, 1998.

Who directed Aval Varuvala?

Aval Varuvala was directed by Raj Kapoor.

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Who is in the cast of Aval Varuvala?

Aval Varuvala stars Simran as Divya, Ajith Kumar as Jeeva and Goundamani as Dhandabani, among 12 credited actors.

Does Aval Varuvala have a post-credit scene?

No. Aval Varuvala has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Aval Varuvala in?

The original language of Aval Varuvala is Tamil.

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