What is "purappadu"

Purappadu is a 1990 Indian Malayalam language film, directed by Jeassy. The film stars Mammootty, Parvathy Jayaram, Sumalatha and Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair in lead roles. The musical score to the film is by Ouseppachan and lyrics are written by the renowned lyricist O.N.V.Kurup. The film, which deals with social issues and dramatic action is shot in Panavision and considered to be Jeassy’s "magnum opus".

Purappadu is a 1983 Malayalam-language Indian feature film directed by Ajithkumar, starring Nedumudi Venu, Bharath Gopi in lead roles.

Purappadu may refer to:

• Purappadu (1983 film) Indian Malayalam language film directed by Rajeevnath
• Purappadu (1990 film) Indian Malayalam language film directed by Jeassy