Alaipayuthey
2000, Tamil. Directed by Mani Ratnam.
Karthik and Shakthi marry against the wishes of their families and start their new life. However, they soon realize that marriage is not the bed of roses they had imagined it would be.
- Runtime
- 2h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Tamil
- Rated
- U
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Where to watch Alaipayuthey
Alaipayuthey is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and AP International South Cinema in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 14 April 2000
- Original title
- அலைபாயுதே
- Country
- India
- Written by
- Mani Ratnam, R. Selvaraj
- Budget
- $2M
- Box office
- $6M
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Alaipayuthey: quick answers
Is Alaipayuthey worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 50 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Alaipayuthey?
Alaipayuthey runs 156 minutes (2h 36m).
Does Alaipayuthey have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Alaipayuthey. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Alaipayuthey parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Alaipayuthey is rated U in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Alaipayuthey on?
Alaipayuthey is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and AP International South Cinema in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Alaipayuthey?
If you liked Alaipayuthey, try Bombay, Vaaranam Aayiram, Veer-Zaara.
Who directed Alaipayuthey?
Alaipayuthey (2000) was directed by Mani Ratnam and stars R. Madhavan, Shalini, Swarnamalya.