Thalavattam
1986, Malayalam. Directed by Priyadarshan.
Vinod/Vinu (played by Mohanlal) is mentally ill and is hospitalized in the institution run by Dr. Ravindran ( M G Soman). Story progresses as Vinod recovers with the help of Dr. Savithri, Dr. Ravindran's daughter (Karthika) and Dr. Unnikrishnan (Nedumudi Venu) who finds that Vinu fell ill after the accidental death of his fiancée Anitha (Lizy). Later Vinu and Savithri fall in love but Savithri is already engaged to be married to her cousin, Hari(Mukesh). Plot progresses as Dr. Ravindran opposes the romance between the doctor and the recovered patient.
- Runtime
- 2h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Malayalam
- Rated
- U
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Thalavattam is streaming on Sun Nxt, VI movies and tv, and Eros Now Select in India.
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Details
- Released
- 9 October 1986
- Original title
- താളവട്ടം
- Country
- India
- Written by
- Priyadarshan, Nedumudi Venu
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Thalavattam runs 147 minutes (2h 27m).
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Thalavattam parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Thalavattam is rated U in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Thalavattam on?
Thalavattam is streaming on Sun Nxt, VI movies and tv, and Eros Now Select in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Thalavattam?
If you liked Thalavattam, try You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger, The Other Sister, Kumbalangi Nights.
Who directed Thalavattam?
Thalavattam (1986) was directed by Priyadarshan and stars Mohanlal, Lissy, Nedumudi Venu.