Escape from Uganda (2013): Cast & Plot
Escape from Uganda is a 2013 thriller directed by Rajesh Nair, starring Rima Kallingal as Shikha Samuel, Vijay Babu and Mukesh. It runs 1 hour 54 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 54m (114 min)
- Director
- Rajesh Nair
- Genre
- Thriller
- Original language
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Malayalam - Studio
- Vaya Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Escape from Uganda About?
The premise of Escape from Uganda without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Shikha Samuel and Jayakrishnan have eloped and built a life in Uganda, aided by Advocate Firoz. They enjoy a peaceful existence with their daughter, where Jayakrishnan manages a coffee shop and Shikha runs a designer boutique. Their happiness is disrupted when Shikha is arrested and accused of committing two murders, including the daughter of a local Mayor determined to see her remain in jail.
Escape from Uganda Cast & Characters
Rima Kallingal leads the cast as Shikha Samuel, with Vijay Babu as Jayakrishnan and Mukesh as Advocate Firoz. Directed by Rajesh Nair; 14 actors are credited in all.
- Director Rajesh Nair
- Rima Kallingal as Shikha Samuel
- Vijay Babu as Jayakrishnan
- Mukesh as Advocate Firoz
- Sam Bagenda as Mayor
Also Starring in Escape from Uganda
· 10 more- ‘Fabiola’ Kyarimpa Mayor’s daughter
- R. Parthiban Antony
- Jose Chameleone Don Dada
- Joju George
- Durga Premjith Shikha's Daughter
- Michael Wawuyo Detective Morais
- Tashu Kaushik Angel Mathews
- Bash Luks Don Dada's friend
- Wilberforce Mutete Jailor
- Carlos Ombonya Thug
Escape from Uganda Plot Summary
What happens in Escape from Uganda from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 10 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Shikha Samuel, Rima Kallingal and her husband Vijay Babu choose Uganda as a refuge after Kerala’s objections to their marriage, hoping for a fresh start in a new country. They begin a quiet life with their daughter Meenakshi, with Jayakrishnan working as a manager in a coffee shop and Shikha running a designer boutique of her own, eventually expanding by opening another boutique in the African nation. The peace of their existence is shattered when Shikha is arrested on two murder charges, one involving the Mayor’s daughter, Fabiola Kyarimpa, whose father is Sam Bagenda. Through his area owner Gautham, Jayakrishnan meets Antony R Parthiban, who offers tips and materials to help Shikha secure her release from jail.
Full summary
The whole story of Escape from Uganda, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Escape from Uganda?
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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In which African country do Shikha and Jayakrishnan seek refuge for a fresh start?
Escape from Uganda Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “LUZIRA: Escape from Uganda” and “എസ്കേപ്പ് ഫ്രം ഉഗാണ്ട”.
- Also known as
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- LUZIRA: Escape from Uganda
- എസ്കേപ്പ് ഫ്രം ഉഗാണ്ട
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Escape from Uganda FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Escape from Uganda, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Escape from Uganda?
Escape from Uganda runs 1 hour 54 minutes (114 minutes).
When was Escape from Uganda released?
Escape from Uganda was released on November 29, 2013.
Who directed Escape from Uganda?
Escape from Uganda was directed by Rajesh Nair.
More films by Rajesh Nair Who is in the cast of Escape from Uganda?
Escape from Uganda stars Rima Kallingal as Shikha Samuel, Vijay Babu as Jayakrishnan and Mukesh as Advocate Firoz, among 14 credited actors.
Does Escape from Uganda have a post-credit scene?
No. Escape from Uganda has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Escape from Uganda in?
The original language of Escape from Uganda is Malayalam.
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