Spanish Masala (2012): Cast & Plot
Spanish Masala is a 2012 romantic comedy directed by Lal Jose, starring Dileep as Charlie, Daniela Zacherl and Kunchacko Boban. It runs 2 hours 35 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 35m (155 min)
- Director
- Lal Jose
- Original language
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Malayalam - Studio
- Big Screen Productions INDIA
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Spanish Masala About?
The premise of Spanish Masala without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Charlie arrives in Spain with a troupe of artists hoping for a fresh start. Disillusioned, he parts ways with them to seek work elsewhere. When an unexpected opportunity arises, his natural gift for cooking lands him the prestigious position of chef for the Spanish ambassador, thrusting him into diplomatic intrigue and cultural exchange.
Spanish Masala Cast & Characters
Dileep leads the cast as Charlie, with Daniela Zacherl as Camilla and Kunchacko Boban as Rahul. Directed by Lal Jose; 17 actors are credited in all.
- Director Lal Jose
- Dileep as Charlie
- Daniela Zacherl as Camilla
- Kunchacko Boban as Rahul
- Nandu Poduval as Ravi Kothadu
Also Starring in Spanish Masala
· 13 more- Nelson Sooranad Pappan
- Biju Menon Menon
- Shivaji Guruvayoor Joseph
- Vinaya Prasad Rahul's mother
- Majeed Edavanakad Varghese Maash
- Nivin Pauly Mathews
- Niyas Backer Abdu
- Kalaranjini Theresa
- Archana Kavi Lily
- Clemens Berndorff Fernando
- Gopalan Adat Majeed
- Chrys Hobbs Maria
- Franco Simon Themselves
More from Lal Jose
More films directed by Lal Jose: Solomante Theneechakal, Meow, Nalpathiyonnu and Thattumpurath Achuthan.
Spanish Masala Plot Summary
What happens in Spanish Masala from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Charlie, played by Dileep, is an illegal immigrant stranded in Madrid who can only speak Malayalam. He lands a job as a cook in an Indian restaurant run by an expatriate named Majid, where his quick kitchen skill and a knack for improvisation catch the eye of the host family. Drawing on his experience running a roadside eatery back home, he creates a local twist on dosas and invents a bold new dish he calls Spanish Masala, a creation that becomes his passport to better opportunities. This unexpected culinary breakthrough opens doors to a glamorous but complicated world, introducing him to the home of an ex-diplomat who had previously served in India.
Full summary
The whole story of Spanish Masala, scene by scene
Spanish Masala Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Spanish Masala.
How Well Do You Know Spanish Masala?
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 is the name of the illegal immigrant who works as a cook in the film?
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Spanish Masala FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Spanish Masala, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Spanish Masala?
Spanish Masala runs 2 hours 35 minutes (155 minutes).
When was Spanish Masala released?
Spanish Masala was released on January 20, 2012.
Who directed Spanish Masala?
Spanish Masala was directed by Lal Jose.
More films by Lal Jose Who is in the cast of Spanish Masala?
Spanish Masala stars Dileep as Charlie, Daniela Zacherl as Camilla and Kunchacko Boban as Rahul, among 17 credited actors.
Does Spanish Masala have a post-credit scene?
No. Spanish Masala has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Spanish Masala in?
The original language of Spanish Masala is Malayalam.
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