After 36 years, Malayalam classic ‘Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha’ gets a new reel of life

Movies By Arjun Ramachandran Feb 09, 2025 Read the article

In 1989, Mammootty’s Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha hit theatres and became a massive success, winning four National Film Awards and eight Kerala State Film Awards.

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The film, a major highlight in the careers of iconic writer MT Vasudevan Nair and director Hariharan, is considered one of their finest works.

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The movie offers a unique twist on the traditional northern Kerala ballads, known as Vadakkan Paatukal.

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After 36 years, the cult classic movie has been re-released in theatres. The film is receiving an overwhelming response, making it a special moment for the actors involved.

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It has been restored in 4K quality and Dolby Atmos sound.

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Ahead of the re-release, Mammootty shared his experiences and the movie’s significance with actor Ramesh Pisharody on the Mammootty Kampany YouTube channel.

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