
A band of displaced untouchables in Western Ghats of India embrace Buddhism in order to escape from caste oppression.
Directed by Jayan Cherian, Papilio Buddha leans on a strong ensemble — S.P. Sreekumar, Kallen Pokkudan, Saritha — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2013.
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