Padayappa
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Synopsis
The death of Padaiyappa's father destroys his family. But his luck changes, and he is able to lead a prosperous life, until his nemesis plots to ruin his happiness once more.
Cast
- Shivaji Ganesan
- Rajinikanth
- Ramya Krishnan
- Soundarya
- Abbas
- Lakshmi
- Manivannan
- Radha Ravi
- Nassar
Moviegoers are saying
Padayappa emerges as the undisputed godfather of mass masala entertainment, with audiences declaring it peaks from start to finish without ever slowing down. This Rajinikanth starrer has achieved legendary repeat-viewing status - literally watched 100+ times by devoted fans - thanks to its iconic dialogues, AR Rahman's greatest score, and Ramya Krishnan's scene-stealing antagonist performance that accidentally became more memorable than the hero himself.
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3.9
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- Jul 30, 2023
My top 3 favorite repeat mode mass moments: Three dragons 🐉 template: Rajini - KSR- ARR 1. Padayappa, poye en marumagala kootittu vaa.. 2. Older Padayappa entry stretch.. 3. Edra vandiya…. followed by oonjal sequence.. Your usual melodramatic family drama storyline gets…
Michael JamesFeb 9, 2025The movie only goes from peak to peak, refusing to slowdown. Rajini the man that you are😎 Ramya the woman that you are 💃😈 P.S: 26 years ago ARR dropped the greatest score of all time
ashSep 1, 2023love when men try to make a misogynistic movie about how women should and shouldn't act but make the bad woman so iconic it completely negates their point
sydney - May 4, 2020
half star off for the misogyny
Varsha VivekanandanApr 18, 2024Literally many people would've seen it more than 100 times.
Shivu GowdaFeb 11, 2020Rajinikanth’s soon-to-be son-in-law: ”What a man!” Me: *nodding vigorously in agreement*
jkmatula - Dec 12, 2025
Imagine not wanting Neelambari 😤
AliceeeJul 26, 2025just unlocked a new signature exit pose for get-togethers or parties; salute and poda! 😎🙏
Sahil MemonDec 12, 2025“En pearu Padayappa” was Oorum blood of Padayappa 😭❤️
Chill Kar Sahil
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- rango lovedPadayappa
what an incredible movie, it shows the character principles of man and woman, value of money, and mass appearance!
M K lovedPadayappaJust Rajini Swag 👏🏻
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Padayappa (2025)?
The movie is 3hr 1min long.
What's Padayappa (2025) about?
The death of Padaiyappa's father destroys his family. But his luck changes, and he is able to lead a prosperous life, until his nemesis plots to ruin his happiness once more.
Who's the cast of Padayappa (2025)?
- Shivaji Ganesan as Padaiyappa's Father
- Rajinikanth as Padaiyappa
- Ramya Krishnan as Nilambari
- Soundarya as Vasundara
- Abbas as Chandru
- Lakshmi as Padaiyappa's Mother
- Manivannan as Padaiyappa's Uncle
- Radha Ravi as Nilambari's father
- Nassar as Suryaprakash
Who's the director behind Padayappa (2025)?
K.S. Ravikumar directed Padayappa (2025).
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