Machan (2009)
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Overview
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.
Where to watch Machan
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | — | VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max | VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max |
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What is Machan 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. Machan is a Drama, Comedy movie, released on 2009-05-07, runtime 109 minutes.
Is Machan worth watching?
TMDB users rate Machan 6.9 out of 10 from 22 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Machan?
In France, Machan can be rented from VIVA by videofutur and Premiere Max. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Uberto Pasolini
Cast
- Dharmapriya Dias as Stanley
- Gihan De Chickera as Manoj
- Dharshan Dharmaraj as Suresh
- Namal Jayasinghe as Vijith
- Sujeewa Priyalal as Piyal
- Dayadewa Edirisinghe as Naseem
- Pitchchei Selvaraj as Nesa
- Kumara Thirimadura as Oaf
- Pubudu Chathuranga as Spoilt Son
- S. Selvsekaran as Father
- Pradeepan Puwabalasingham as AJ
- Sarath Karunaratne as PK
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Sources
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