Padayappa (1999): Plot, Cast & Rating

Name: Padayappa
Genre: Drama, Action
Released: 1999
Duration: 172 min
Cast: Rajinikanth, Sivaji Ganesan, Ramya Krishnan, Soundarya, Lakshmi

What Padayappa Is About

Padayappa was Rajinikanth's 150th credited film and became the first Tamil film to open worldwide simultaneously with 210 prints, grossing an estimated 59 to 63 crore rupees worldwide to become the highest earning Tamil film of its time. Ramya Krishnan won the Filmfare Award South for Best Actress for playing the film's villain Neelambari, a notable case in Tamil cinema of a Best Actress award going to an antagonist role. The music was composed by A. R. Rahman, and Rajinikanth produced the film himself. Who it's for: anyone curious about one of Rajinikanth's landmark films, anchored by a villain performance that won a Best Actress award. Who it's not for: viewers wanting a short, understated family drama, since this runs nearly three hours as a full scale Tamil star vehicle.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Padayappa about?

Padayappa was Rajinikanth's 150th credited film and became the first Tamil film to open worldwide simultaneously with 210 prints, grossing an estimated 59 to 63 crore rupees worldwide to become the highest earning Tamil film of its time. Ramya Krishnan won the Filmfare Award South for Best Actress for playing the film's villain Neelambari, a notable case in Tamil cinema of a Best Actress award going to an antagonist role.

Where can I watch Padayappa?

Padayappa isn't currently listed on major digital platforms. Availability can change over time. Check the "Where to Watch" section for the latest.

How long is Padayappa?

Padayappa runs for 172 minutes (2h 52m).

When did Padayappa come out?

Padayappa was released in 1999.

Who directed Padayappa?

Padayappa was directed by K. S. Ravikumar.

Who stars in Padayappa?

Padayappa stars Rajinikanth, Sivaji Ganesan, Ramya Krishnan, Soundarya.

What is Padayappa's rating?

Padayappa holds 8.3/10 on IMDb and 7.4/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 81 out of 100.