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Machan

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2009-05-07
1h 49m
SI
Released
Redwave Films

About

Two friends, Manoj (Gihan De Chickera), a bartender, and Stanley (Dharmapriya Dias), a fruit vendor, wish to immigrate to the West to seek their fortune, but have difficulties getting their visa applications approved. They come across an application to a handball tournament in Bavaria, and not even knowing what the game is, they submit themselves and a group of friends as the "Sri Lanka National Handball Team". For appearance's sake, they begin minimal training and then seek travel visas from the German Embassy. Their plans to simply escape into the West upon arrival in Germany are thwarted by the quick appearance of the tournament organizers and an arena of fans eager to see the prowess of the Sri Lanka National Handball Team.

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About Machan

Two friends, Manoj (Gihan De Chickera), a bartender, and Stanley (Dharmapriya Dias), a fruit vendor, wish to immigrate to the West to seek their fortune, but have difficulties getting their visa applications approved. They come across an application to a handball tournament in Bavaria, and not even knowing what the game is, they submit themselves and a group of friends as the "Sri Lanka National Handball Team". For appearance's sake, they begin minimal training and then seek travel visas from the German Embassy. Their plans to simply escape into the West upon arrival in Germany are thwarted by the quick appearance of the tournament organizers and an arena of fans eager to see the prowess of the Sri Lanka National Handball Team. Running 109 minutes.

Machan Cast and Characters

The cast features Dharmapriya Dias (as Stanley), Gihan De Chickera (as Manoj), Dharshan Dharmaraj (as Suresh), Namal Jayasinghe (as Vijith), and Sujeewa Priyalal (as Piyal). Their performances are a major reason Machan has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Machan

Machan 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 SI storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch Machan online for free?

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How long is Machan?

Machan runs for 109 minutes (about 1.8 hours).

Is Machan good? What's the rating?

Machan holds a 6.9/10 rating based on 20 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.

Who is in the cast of Machan?

The main cast includes Dharmapriya Dias, Gihan De Chickera, Dharshan Dharmaraj, and Namal Jayasinghe, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Machan available in SI?

Yes — Machan was originally produced in SI and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was Machan released?

Machan was released in 2009.

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Where can I watch Machan for free?

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What is Machan about?

Machan is a Drama/Comedy film. Two friends, Manoj (Gihan De Chickera), a bartender, and Stanley (Dharmapriya Dias), a fruit vendor, wish to immigrate to the West to seek their fortune, but have difficulties getting their visa applications approved. They come across an application to a handball tournament in Bavaria, and not even knowing what the game is, they submit themselves and a group of friends as the "Sri Lanka National Handball Team". For appearance's sake, they begin minimal training and then seek travel visas from the German Embassy. Their plans to simply escape into the West upon arrival in Germany are thwarted by the quick appearance of the tournament organizers and an arena of fans eager to see the prowess of the Sri Lanka National Handball Team.

When was Machan released?

Machan was released on May 7, 2009. It has a runtime of 1h 49m. The film was produced by Redwave Films.

Who stars in Machan?

Machan stars Dharmapriya Dias, Gihan De Chickera, Dharshan Dharmaraj and Namal Jayasinghe. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Machan available in HD?

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