
About the Movie
The Malayalam movie Rajathanthram (1997) is a comedy-drama directed by Anil Chandra, featuring an ensemble cast led by Jagadish, Kaveri, Innocent, Jagathy Sreekumar, Saikumar, Kalabhavan Mani, Kalpana, and Narendra Prasad. The story is set in a traditional Kerala backdrop, weaving together comedy and emotional drama through the colorful interactions of its central characters. While Jagadish plays Balachandran Keshava Menon, the film also features strong performances from Kaveri as Renu and Innocent as Madhavan Nair, whose relationships and comic timing form the film’s backbone.
The supporting cast includes acclaimed actors like Jagathy Sreekumar as Attuvassheril Prathapashimham, Saikumar as Rameshan, Kalabhavan Mani as Adv. P.K. Shivakumar, and Kalpana as Damayanthi. Each adds a distinct layer of humor and drama to the plot, while Narendra Prasad and others represent the elder generation, shaping the conflicts and resolutions typical of a Malayalam family tale. The film’s script provides ample space for situational comedy, misunderstandings, and emotional moments between the fictional households.
Though details of the core plot are less widely discussed, Rajathanthram is characterized by its classic mix of family sentiment, comic chaos, and light-hearted intrigue, which was common in Malayalam comedies of the 1990s. The movie is notable for leveraging its talented cast and lively script to create an entertaining and relatable story for a family audience. Over the years, it has come to be remembered for its humor, strong ensemble performances, and satisfying blend of comedy and emotion.
Cast
Jagadish
Balachandran Keshava Menon
Innocent
Madhavan Nair
Jagathy Sreekumar
Attuvassheril Prathapashimham
Saikumar
Rameshan
Kalabhavan Mani
Adv. P.K. Shivakumar
Kalpana
Damayanthi
Narendra Prasad
Keshava Menon
Kochu Preman
Chithra
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