Purappadu is a 1990 Indian Malayalam-language film directed by Jeassy. The film stars Mammootty, Parvathy Jayaram, Sumalatha and Thikkurissy Sukumaran Nair in the lead roles. The musical score of the film is by Ouseppachan and the lyrics are written by O. N. V. Kurup. The film deals with social issues.

Ashwathy Kurup, better known by her stage name Parvathy is an Indian former actress, costume designer and classical dancer, who appeared in Malayalam films.