---
title: "Karnan"
year: 1964
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/karnan-1964"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 102129
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 177
community_rating: 7.3
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Karnan (1964) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/karnan-1964

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Karnan is a film first released in 1964. Catalogued under Action, Drama, History. Produced and broadcast by Padmini Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A fearless archer fights for loyalty in a legendary war."

### Why Watch
- Epic war narrative
- Strong warrior-archer protagonist
- Rich historical setting

### Caveats & Content Note
- Runtime approaches three hours, which may feel long
- Tone & Suitability: Features intense battle scenes and mature themes, making it more suitable for adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, drama, historical, epic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: B. Ramakrishnaiah Panthulu
- **Networks / Studios**: Padmini Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sivaji Ganesan** as *Karnan*
- **N.T. Rama Rao** as *Krishna*
- **Savitri** as *Bhanumathi*
- **Devika** as *Subhangi*
- **M. V. Rajamma** as *Kunti Devi*
- **S. A. Asokan** as *Duryodhanan*
- **R. Muthuraman** as *Arjunan*
- **O. A. K. Thevar** as *Kanagan*
- **Javar Seetharaman** as *Bhishma*
- **T. S. Muthaiah** as *Shakuni*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the basic plot of the film?
The story follows the warrior‑archer Karna as he joins the Kauravas to battle the Pandavas in the Kurukshetra.

### Q: When was Karnan released?
It was released on January 14, 1964, in India.

### Q: What genres does Karnan belong to?
The film is classified as action, drama, and history.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately two hours and fifty‑seven minutes.

### Q: Who is the central character?
The central character is the warrior‑archer Karna.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Karnan — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/102129)

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