Akkara Kazchakal is a Malayalam sitcom that aired on Kairali TV from 2008 to 2010. The series consisted of fifty episodes, and chronicled the lives of a middle-class Malayali family who have settled in the United States. The show was created by Abi Varghese and Ajayan Venugopalan and starred relative newcomers as the leads. The show is regarded as the first true Malayalam sitcom, and broke broadcasting conventions when it was uploaded into YouTube in its entirety by the show's creators. Akkarakazhchakal has enjoyed widespread popularity during its initial run as well as the subsequent years. The series has been especially commended for its realistic portrayal of Malayali life, social commentary and satirical humour. Josekutty Valiyakallumkal has been widely praised for his portrayal of George Thekkinmoottil, the patriarch of the family The show's popularity lead to a film titled Akkarakazhchakal: The Movie. The film was available for direct download at the show's website.
CreatorAbi Varghese
Church Going
Jan 15, 2008
The George family prepares to go to Church
Malayalam Culture
George installs Malayalam channels to teach his children some "Malayalam Culture"
New Nurses
George picks up 2 nurses who immigrate to America from Kerala and places them in a guest house.
Business Idea
George tries to start a business by selling imported ayurvedic fat burning products from Kerala.
Christmas Invite
George is invited to a Christmas get-together at Chacko's house.
The Haunting
George's house is haunted by a Madama Ghost.
Diet Plan
Rincy forces George to go on a new diet plan.
Agent Exam
George studies to become an insurance agent.
New Marketing
George tries to grow Thekummootil Insurance Corp with new marketing techniques.
Feng Shui
George tries out Feng Shui after getting injured trying to keep his children active in their vacation.
Dating Scene
Mahesh and Babykuttan try dating with their housemate Krishnakutty.
The Poet
Gregory finds his hidden talent of poetry.
New Pet
George buys pet goldfish as George's children wanted a pet.
The Handyman
George hires a handyman.
India Trip
Rincy plans a trip to India.
Sameway
Babykuttan joins Sameway (a multi-level marketing company).
The Millionaire
Babykuttan tries to be a Sameway millionaire.
The Small Party
George has a "small party" while Rincy is away.
Rincy's Return
Rincy returns with Appachan.
Matt Grows Up
Matt grows up.
The Party
George and Family get invited to a party.
Gregory Resigns
Gregory resigns.
New Work
Gregory's first day at Blimpie.
New Assistant
George's new assistant.
Driving Lessons
Babykuttan learns to drive.
Generation Gap
Mahi tries to change career.
Midlife Crisis
Mahi tries to change career.
The Superstar
George brings a superstar home.
Candy Problem
The candy problem
Garbage Collection
Appachan and GiriGiri's new hobby.
Appachan's Krishi
Appachan tries his hand at agriculture.
Appachan's Achar
Appachan makes achar.
Omana Onam
Omana Onam 2008
Job Search
Job, car and wife search
Back To School
Back to school
Halloween
Halloween
Mahi's Dilemma
Mahi's dilemma
The Rat Problem
The rat problem
Doctor Visit
George goes to the doctor.
Black Friday
Black Friday
Brother Visits
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Infomercial
Infomercial
Christmas Again
Christmas
Baby Sitting
Appachan babysits
The Love Letter
The love letter
Surprise Birthday
Appachan's birthday
DJ.KJ
George's nephew DJ KJ comes to his house for two weeks and Gregory tries to adapt with his style.
Going Home
George plans to go back to India and makes a plan to build a new house near Meenachil river.
English Tutor
Babykuttan's English tutor
New Car
George buys a New Benz
