Summer in Bethlehem (1998): Cast & Plot
Summer in Bethlehem is a 1998 comedy drama directed by Sibi Malayil, starring Suresh Gopi as Dennis, Manju Warrier and Jayaram. It runs 2 hours 35 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 35m (155 min)
- Director
- Sibi Malayil
- Original language
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Malayalam
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Summer in Bethlehem About?
The premise of Summer in Bethlehem without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Ravishankar and Dennis share life on Dennis’s hill estate. Their routine is disrupted when Colonel Menon arrives with his daughters, prompting Ravishankar to wonder which of them has been sending him flirtatious letters. At the same time, Dennis becomes fascinated by the mysterious Abhirami, leaving everyone to question her true intentions.
Summer in Bethlehem Cast & Characters
Suresh Gopi leads the cast as Dennis, with Manju Warrier as Abhirami (Aami) and Jayaram as Ravi Shankar. Directed by Sibi Malayil; 21 actors are credited in all.
- Director Sibi Malayil
- Suresh Gopi as Dennis
- Manju Warrier as Abhirami (Aami)
- Jayaram as Ravi Shankar
- Sukumari as Ravi Shankar's grandmother
Also Starring in Summer in Bethlehem
· 17 more- Janardhanan Colonel C.R. Menon
- Mohanlal Niranjan (Guest Role)
- Kalabhavan Mani Monai
- Sadiq Chandrappan
- V K Sreeraman Balachandran
- Augustine Broker
- Sangeetha Krish Jyothi
- Kalabhavan Rahman Courier Agent
- Reena Abhirami's adopted mother
- Sujitha Ravishankar's cousin sister
- Mayoori Gayathri
- Sreejaya Nair Devika
- Manjula Ghattamaneni Aparna
- Nivia Rebin Ravishankar's cousin sister
- Dhanya Menon Ravishankar's cousin sister
- M. Renjith Lawrence
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- Girija Preman Ravishankar's mother
More from Sibi Malayil
More films directed by Sibi Malayil: Kotthu, Njangalude Veettile Athidhikal, Unnam and Violin.
Summer in Bethlehem Plot Summary
What happens in Summer in Bethlehem from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Ravishankar [Jayaram] is an unsuccessful investor who lives with his best friend, Dennis, a wealthy rancher running a thriving dairy business on a sprawling valley farm called Bethlehem. Ravishankar is a jovial, lighthearted fellow who has built tall tales of his supposed success to impress his parents, grandparents, and extended family. The pair share a comfortable, easy camaraderie, even as Ravishankar’s stories hide the truth of his financial struggles and shaky reputation. On a vacation, the family’s routine turns chaotic when Ravishankar’s grandfather and grandmother return with a larger clan to spend a few days at the farmhouse, setting the stage for a blend of comedy, secrecy, and sentiment. R.
Full summary
The whole story of Summer in Bethlehem, scene by scene
Summer in Bethlehem Videos
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How Well Do You Know Summer in Bethlehem?
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 wealthy rancher who runs the dairy farm called Bethlehem?
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Summer in Bethlehem FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Summer in Bethlehem, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Summer in Bethlehem?
Summer in Bethlehem runs 2 hours 35 minutes (155 minutes).
When was Summer in Bethlehem released?
Summer in Bethlehem was released on July 4, 1998.
Who directed Summer in Bethlehem?
Summer in Bethlehem was directed by Sibi Malayil.
More films by Sibi Malayil Who is in the cast of Summer in Bethlehem?
Summer in Bethlehem stars Suresh Gopi as Dennis, Manju Warrier as Abhirami (Aami) and Jayaram as Ravi Shankar, among 21 credited actors.
Does Summer in Bethlehem have a post-credit scene?
No. Summer in Bethlehem has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Summer in Bethlehem in?
The original language of Summer in Bethlehem is Malayalam.
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