Avvai Shanmugi
அவ்வை சண்முகி
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About
A divorced husband desperately misses his daughter. In order to be with her, he takes up a job in his father-in-law's house. The only catch is that the job is that of a female governess.
Cast
Kamal Haasan
as Avvai Shanmugi / Pandiyan
Meena
as Janaki
Gemini Ganesan
as Vishwanathan Iyer
Nagesh
as Joseph
Manivannan
as Mudaliyar
Nassar
as Basha
Delhi Ganesh
as Sethuram Iyer
Heera Rajgopal
as Rathna
Rani
as Kousi
Baby Anne
as Bharathi
Bayilvan Ranganathan
as
Idichapuli Selvaraj
as
Kavithalaya Krishnan
as Lawyer
S. P. Balasubramaniam
as Dr. Subbu
Raghuram
as Self
Crazy Mohan
as Interviewer
Ramesh Aravind
as Self
R. Neelakantan
as Judge
Vaiyapuri
as Flower decorator
Ramesh Khanna
as Film director
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Stream Avvai Shanmugi online free in HD on CineFlixo. A well-rated comedy and drama movie originally produced in TA and released in 1996, it's earned a solid 7.0/10 from 29 viewers worldwide.
About Avvai Shanmugi
A divorced husband desperately misses his daughter. In order to be with her, he takes up a job in his father-in-law's house. The only catch is that the job is that of a female governess. Running 160 minutes.
Avvai Shanmugi Cast and Characters
The cast features Kamal Haasan (as Avvai Shanmugi / Pandiyan), Meena (as Janaki), Gemini Ganesan (as Vishwanathan Iyer), Nagesh (as Joseph), and Manivannan (as Mudaliyar). Their performances are a major reason Avvai Shanmugi has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch Avvai Shanmugi Online
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▶ Watch Avvai Shanmugi NowWhy People Are Watching Avvai Shanmugi
Avvai Shanmugi flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy TA storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Avvai Shanmugi
Where can I watch Avvai Shanmugi online for free?
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How long is Avvai Shanmugi?
Avvai Shanmugi runs for 160 minutes (about 2.7 hours).
Is Avvai Shanmugi good? What's the rating?
Avvai Shanmugi holds a 7.0/10 rating based on 29 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Avvai Shanmugi?
The main cast includes Kamal Haasan, Meena, Gemini Ganesan, and Nagesh, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Avvai Shanmugi available in TA?
Yes — Avvai Shanmugi was originally produced in TA and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Avvai Shanmugi released?
Avvai Shanmugi was released in 1996.
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What is Avvai Shanmugi about?
Avvai Shanmugi is a Comedy/Drama Tamil-language film. A divorced husband desperately misses his daughter. In order to be with her, he takes up a job in his father-in-law's house. The only catch is that the job is that of a female governess.
When was Avvai Shanmugi released?
Avvai Shanmugi was released on November 10, 1996. It has a runtime of 2h 40m. The film was produced by Sree Mahalakshmi Combines.
Who stars in Avvai Shanmugi?
Avvai Shanmugi stars Kamal Haasan, Meena, Gemini Ganesan and Nagesh. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Avvai Shanmugi available in HD?
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