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Udayananu Tharam (2005): Cast & Plot

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Udayananu Tharam is a 2005 comedy drama directed by Rosshan Andrrews, starring Mohanlal as Udayabhanu, Sreenivasan and Meena. It runs 2 hours 42 minutes.

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Udayananu Tharam (2005) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 42m (162 min)
Director
Rosshan Andrrews
Genres
Comedy , Romance , Drama
Original language
Malayalam
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The story

What Is Udayananu Tharam About?

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

Udayabhanu works as an assistant director and scriptwriter, hoping to break through in the film world. His aspirations are derailed when his roommate, junior artiste Rajappan Thengamoodu, pilfers his screenplay and uses it to launch himself as the new superstar, Saroj Kumar.

Udayananu Tharam Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

Udayananu Tharam Cast & Characters

Mohanlal leads the cast as Udayabhanu, with Sreenivasan as Rajappan Thengummoodu and Meena as Madhumathi. Directed by Rosshan Andrrews; 13 actors are credited in all.

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More from Rosshan Andrrews

More films directed by Rosshan Andrrews: Salute, Kayamkulam Kochunni, School Bus and 36 Vayadhinile.

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Plot

Udayananu Tharam Plot Summary

What happens in Udayananu Tharam from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 11 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Udayabhanu Mohanlal is a devoted cinema buff and a talented assistant director who dreams of writing and directing his own film in an industry crowded with dubious filmmakers. He lives and breathes movies, letting their grand visions steer his every decision, and he believes his own script could rise above the noise if given a fair shot. His ambitious pace and unwavering faith in the art form put him at the center of a brewing storm, where the line between art and survival often blurs.

Full summary

The whole story of Udayananu Tharam, scene by scene

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How Well Do You Know Udayananu Tharam?

9 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 protagonist Udayabhanu, the aspiring director?

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Udayananu Tharam FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is Udayananu Tharam?

Udayananu Tharam runs 2 hours 42 minutes (162 minutes).

When was Udayananu Tharam released?

Udayananu Tharam was released on January 20, 2005.

Who directed Udayananu Tharam?

Udayananu Tharam was directed by Rosshan Andrrews.

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Who is in the cast of Udayananu Tharam?

Udayananu Tharam stars Mohanlal as Udayabhanu, Sreenivasan as Rajappan Thengummoodu and Meena as Madhumathi, among 13 credited actors.

Does Udayananu Tharam have a post-credit scene?

No. Udayananu Tharam has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Udayananu Tharam in?

The original language of Udayananu Tharam is Malayalam.

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