Ajayan is the central character in Adoor Gopalakrishnan's film 

The correct answer is Anantaram.

Key Points

• Anantaram (1987) is a critically acclaimed Malayalam film directed by Adoor Gopalakrishnan.
• The film is structured as a monologue and revolves around the central character, Ajayan, played by Ashokan.
• Anantaram explores themes of memory, identity, and the subjective nature of reality.
• The film received multiple awards, including the National Film Award for Best Director.

Additional Information

• Mukhamukham: Mukhamukham (1984), another film by Adoor Gopalakrishnan, portrays the life of a communist leader who becomes alienated from his ideals over time. It is not centered on the character Ajayan.
• Kodiyettam: Kodiyettam (1977) is a coming-of-age story about a carefree man named Shankaran Kutty. Directed by Adoor Gopalakrishnan, it does not feature Ajayan as the central character.
• Vidheyan: Vidheyan (1994) is a powerful film based on the novel by Paul Zacharia. It explores the dynamics of power and submission between a feudal lord and his obedient servant. This film also does not revolve around Ajayan.
• Adoor Gopalakrishnan: Adoor Gopalakrishnan is a legendary Indian filmmaker known for his significant contributions to parallel cinema. His films often delve into psychological and social themes.