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Kavacha (2019): Cast & Plot

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Kavacha is a 2019 film directed by G. V. R. Vasu, starring Shivaraj Kumar as Jayarama, Vasishta N. Simha and Kruthika Jayakumar. It runs 2 hours 31 minutes.

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Kavacha (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 31m (151 min)
Director
G. V. R. Vasu
Original language
Kannada
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The story

What Is Kavacha About?

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

A young woman finds herself pursued by a dangerous serial killer. Her only hope lies with a visually impaired man who has taken a vow to protect her, determined to stop the killer's relentless pursuit and ensure her safety.

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Cast & crew

Kavacha Cast & Characters

Shivaraj Kumar leads the cast as Jayarama, with Vasishta N. Simha as Vasudeva and Kruthika Jayakumar as Revathi. Directed by G. V. R. Vasu; 13 actors are credited in all.

Plot

Kavacha Plot Summary

What happens in Kavacha from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Jayarama is a blind man, played by Shivaraj Kumar, who forms the steady heart of a large family and works as a lift operator and caretaker in a bustling Bangalore apartment building. He carries a quiet, unflinching sense of responsibility, especially when it comes to earning money to fund his sister’s wedding. His life is deeply entwined with Krishnamurthy, a retired Supreme Court Judge who lives in the same building and who enlists Jayarama on a long search for someone. This bond between them drives much of the story, and it is through Jayarama’s simple grace and steadfast loyalty that the film unfolds its more perilous layers.

Full summary

The whole story of Kavacha, scene by scene

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Videos

Kavacha Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Kavacha.

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Kavacha?

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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Who plays the lead role of Jayarama in Kavacha?

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FAQ

Kavacha FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is Kavacha?

Kavacha runs 2 hours 31 minutes (151 minutes).

When was Kavacha released?

Kavacha was released on April 5, 2019.

Who directed Kavacha?

Kavacha was directed by G. V. R. Vasu.

Who is in the cast of Kavacha?

Kavacha stars Shivaraj Kumar as Jayarama, Vasishta N. Simha as Vasudeva and Kruthika Jayakumar as Revathi, among 13 credited actors.

Does Kavacha have a post-credit scene?

No. Kavacha has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Kavacha in?

The original language of Kavacha is Kannada.

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