Skip to content
Parinayam (1994) poster

Parinayam

1994, Malayalam. Directed by T Hariharan.

A seventeen year old Nambudiri widow gets pregnant and her orthodox community begins the ritual known as Smarthavicharam (Inquiry into conduct). Inspired by a controversial incident known as "Kuriyedathu Thathri Smarthavicharam" that happened around the beginning of 20th century in Kerala, India

Watch TrailerWhere to Watch
Runtime
2h 23m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
Malayalam
Rated
U

Start now and it ends at ….

Too new to call

Not enough people have rated it yet for a verdict.

Seen it? Give your verdict.

Saved privately on this device.

Where to watch Parinayam

Parinayam is streaming on Sun Nxt and aha in India.

Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.

Details

Released
26 August 1994
Original title
പരിണയം
Written by
M T Vasudevan Nair

Check ratings elsewhere

News & fan talk

If you liked Parinayam

Parinayam: quick answers

Is Parinayam worth watching?

Parinayam doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.

How long is Parinayam?

Parinayam runs 143 minutes (2h 23m).

Does Parinayam have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Parinayam. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Parinayam parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Parinayam is rated U in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.

Which OTT platform is Parinayam on?

Parinayam is streaming on Sun Nxt and aha in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)

What movies are like Parinayam?

If you liked Parinayam, try Won't Back Down, The Truth About Emanuel, Hungry Hearts.

Who directed Parinayam?

Parinayam (1994) was directed by T Hariharan and stars Mohini, Manoj K Jayan, Vineeth Radhakrishnan.

↑ ↓ to move · Enter to open · Full search page