Pichaikkaran (2016): Cast & Plot
Pichaikkaran is a 2016 drama thriller directed by Sasi, starring Vijay Antony as Arul, Dheepa Ramanujam and Bagavathi Perumal. It runs 2 hours 10 minutes.
Tamil What Is Pichaikkaran About?
The premise of Pichaikkaran without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A rich man chooses to lead the life of a beggar for 48 days in the hope that his mother, who is on her deathbed, will recover.
Pichaikkaran Cast & Characters
Vijay Antony leads the cast as Arul, with Dheepa Ramanujam as Arul's Mother / Bhuvaneshwari and Bagavathi Perumal as Rajesh. Directed by Sasi; 8 actors are credited in all.
- Director Sasi
- Vijay Antony as Arul
- Dheepa Ramanujam as Arul's Mother / Bhuvaneshwari
- Bagavathi Perumal as Rajesh
- Raveena Ravi as Magizhini (Voice)
Also Starring in Pichaikkaran
· 4 more- Mohan Raman the Audi car owner
- Muthu Raman
- Pitchaikaran Moorthy
- Satna Titus Magizhini
More from Sasi
More films directed by Sasi: Sivappu Manjal Pachai, Ainthu Ainthu Ainthu, Dishyum and Roja Koottam.
Pichaikkaran Plot Summary
What happens in Pichaikkaran from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Arul Selvakumar is a wealthy businessman based out of Palladam, in the Tirupur district, who takes charge of the textile empire his mother, Bhuvaneshwari, built after his father’s early death. Avinashi, a money-minded relative, has long plotted to grab Arul’s properties. After returning from abroad following his graduation, Arul steps into the family business and resettles into a life of responsibility and secrecy.
Full summary
The whole story of Pichaikkaran, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Pichaikkaran?
9 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 9
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What is the name of Arul Selvakumar's mother who runs the textile business?
Cars in Pichaikkaran
38 cars on screen, including the 2009 BMW 7 F02 and the Honda Activa.
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Toyota Innova Important role -
2012 Audi Q3 Minor role
Pichaikkaran Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “Pichaikaran” and “Bichagadu”.
- Also known as
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- Pichaikaran
- Bichagadu
- Bicchagadu
- Нищий
- బిచ్చగాడు
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Pichaikkaran FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Pichaikkaran, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Pichaikkaran?
Pichaikkaran runs 2 hours 10 minutes (130 minutes).
When was Pichaikkaran released?
Pichaikkaran was released on March 3, 2016.
Who directed Pichaikkaran?
Pichaikkaran was directed by Sasi.
More films by Sasi Who is in the cast of Pichaikkaran?
Pichaikkaran stars Vijay Antony as Arul, Dheepa Ramanujam as Arul's Mother / Bhuvaneshwari and Bagavathi Perumal as Rajesh, among 8 credited actors.
Does Pichaikkaran have a post-credit scene?
No. Pichaikkaran has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Pichaikkaran in?
The original language of Pichaikkaran is Tamil.
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