Cast
Kamal Haasan
as Sakthivel 'Velu' Naicker
Saranya Ponvannan
as Neela
Karthika
as Charumati (adult)
Janagaraj
as Selvam
Delhi Ganesh
as Iyer
Nizhalgal Ravi
as Surya (adult)
Nassar
as Assistant Commissioner Patil
Tinnu Anand
as Ajit Kelkar
Vijayan
as Durai
M. V. Vasudeva Rao
as Hussain Bhai
Tara
as Shakila
Babitha
as
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1987
Runtime
2h 36m
Language
English
Rating
7.9 / 10
Production Companies
Sujatha Films • Muktha Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Nayakan?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Nayakan (1987).
What is Nayakan about?▼
Velu Naicker, who witnesses the brutal murder of his father, kills a corrupt policeman and escapes to Mumbai, only to become a gangster.
Who directed Nayakan?▼
Nayakan was directed by Mani Ratnam and released in 1987. It is a drama, crime film.
How long is Nayakan?▼
Nayakan has a runtime of 2 hours and 36 minutes (156 minutes total).
Who stars in Nayakan?▼
The cast of Nayakan includes Kamal Haasan as Sakthivel 'Velu' Naicker, Saranya Ponvannan as Neela, Karthika as Charumati (adult), Janagaraj as Selvam, Delhi Ganesh as Iyer and more.
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