Rakkuyil is a Malayalam television serial that premiered on Mazhavil Manorama on 9 November, with Archana Nair originally playing the central character Thulasi and Hemanth appearing as Jayakrishnan. The family drama was directed by Manu Sudhakaran and produced by Biju Praveen under the banner Real Studio.
The serial is based on Murali Nellanadu’s Rakkuyil novel, originally published in Malayalam Manorama Weekly. Murali Nellanadu also handled the script for its television adaptation.
An important later cast change saw Devika Nambiar replacing Archana Nair in the role of Thulasi. Full episodes of the old Mazhavil Manorama serial are now available for streaming on ManoramaMax.
| Rakkuyil Serial | Details |
|---|---|
| Serial Name | Rakkuyil |
| Channel | Mazhavil Manorama |
| Launch Date | 9 November |
| Original Telecast | Monday to Friday |
| Original Telecast Time | 8:30 PM |
| Original Heroine | Archana Nair as Thulasi |
| Later Thulasi | Devika Nambiar |
| Original Hero | Hemanth as Jayakrishnan |
| Director | Manu Sudhakaran |
| Producer | Biju Praveen |
| Banner | Real Studio |
| Script | Murali Nellanadu |
| Streaming Platform | ManoramaMax |
| Current Streaming Status | Full Episodes Available |
Rakkuyil Serial Story
Rakkuyil revolves around Thulasi, a caring young woman deeply attached to her family. She has an elder sister named Manasi and a younger brother, Nandu.
Thulasi’s loving nature and concern for her family form an important part of the storyline. The serial develops around her life, relationships and the people surrounding her.
Archana Nair introduced Thulasi to television audiences when Rakkuyil was launched. The role was subsequently taken over by Devika Nambiar.
Archana Nair as Thulasi
Archana Nair was introduced as a new face through Rakkuyil and played Thulasi, the central character of the serial, during its initial episodes.
The original promotions therefore featured Archana Nair and Hemanth as the lead pair.
Archana was later replaced by Devika Nambiar as Thulasi. This distinction is important when looking at old and later promotional materials for the serial, as both actresses are associated with the same character.
Hemanth as Jayakrishnan
Hemanth played Jayakrishnan, the original male lead of Rakkuyil. He was another new face highlighted when Mazhavil Manorama initially announced the serial.
The supporting cast brought several established Malayalam television and film actors into the family drama.
Rakkuyil Serial Cast and Characters
The original and later cast of Rakkuyil includes Archana Nair as Thulasi, later replaced by Devika Nambiar, and Hemanth as Jayakrishnan.
Other familiar actors associated with the serial include Shivaji Guruvayoor as Meleppattu Karunakaran Menon, Mukundan as Puthezhathu Bhaskaran, Vishnu Prasad, Uma Nair, Apsara, Niranjan Nair and Vindhuja Vikraman.
The cast evolved during the serial’s television run, making the distinction between its launch cast and later cast useful for viewers searching for the actors who appeared in different stages of the show.
Based on Rakkuyil Novel
The television serial was adapted from Rakkuyil, a novel published in Malayalam Manorama Weekly.
The novel was written by Murali Nellanadu, who also handled the script for the television version. He was also associated with the writing of another Mazhavil Manorama serial, Chakkoyum Meriyum.
Manu Sudhakaran directed Rakkuyil, while Biju Praveen produced the serial under the Real Studio banner.
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Rakkuyil Launch and Original Mazhavil Manorama Schedule
Rakkuyil was scheduled to launch on 9 November at 8:30 PM, airing from Monday to Friday on Mazhavil Manorama.
The prime-time lineup around the period included:
- 6:00 PM – Best Of Thatteem Mutteem
- 6:30 PM – Jeevitha Nouka
- 7:00 PM – Chakkoyum Meriyum
- 7:30 PM – Manjil Virinja Poovu
- 8:00 PM – Naamam Japikkunna Veedu
- 8:30 PM – Rakkuyil
- 9:00 PM – Udan Panam 3.0
The schedule above represents the programming period connected with the launch of Rakkuyil and should not be considered the current Mazhavil Manorama schedule.
Watch Rakkuyil Full Episodes on ManoramaMax
Rakkuyil full episodes are now available on ManoramaMax, allowing viewers to revisit the old Mazhavil Manorama family serial online.
The streaming availability also brings renewed attention to its original cast, particularly Archana Nair’s initial portrayal of Thulasi and Devika Nambiar’s later continuation of the character.
Other old Mazhavil Manorama serials available through ManoramaMax include titles such as Amala, Aniyathi, Bhramanam, Balamani, Jeevitha Nouka, Ente Kuttikalude Achan, Avani, Kalyani and Ennum Sammatham.
Stay tuned to Kerala TV for Mazhavil Manorama serial updates, ManoramaMax streaming information, Malayalam television cast details and old Malayalam serial availability.
