Chemmeen
1965, Malayalam. Directed by Ramu Kariat.
Karutthamma, the daughter of a Hindu fisherman, falls in love with a Muslim fish trader. However, social prejudices seem to ruin their love life and invite the wrath of their communities.
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Malayalam
- Rated
- U
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Chemmeen is streaming on Eros Now Select in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 19 August 1965
- Original title
- ചെമ്മീൻ
- Country
- India
- Written by
- Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai, S L Puram Sadanandan
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What Chemmeen is based on
Chemmeen is based on Chemmeen (1956) by Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai.
1956
Chemmeen
By Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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Chemmeen: quick answers
Is Chemmeen worth watching?
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How long is Chemmeen?
Chemmeen runs 140 minutes (2h 20m).
Does Chemmeen have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Chemmeen. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Chemmeen parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Chemmeen is rated U in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Chemmeen on?
Chemmeen is streaming on Eros Now Select in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Chemmeen?
If you liked Chemmeen, try The Magic of Ordinary Days, The Secret: Dare to Dream, Return to Peyton Place.
Who directed Chemmeen?
Chemmeen (1965) was directed by Ramu Kariat and stars Sheela, Madhu, Sathyan.
What is Chemmeen based on?
Chemmeen is based on Chemmeen (1956) by Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai.