Pakalum Paathiravum
Pakalum Paathiravum is a 2023 Indian Malayalam-language neo-noir action thriller film directed by Ajai Vasudev, starring Kunchacko Boban, Rajisha Vijayan and Guru Somasundaram in lead roles. The film is a remake of the 2018 Kannada film Aa Karaala Ratri.[2] The film had its theatrical release on 3 March 2023.[3] Subsequently, it was made available to stream on ZEE5 on 28 April 2023.[4] The film received mixed reviews.
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| Directed by | Ajai Vasudev |
| Screenplay by | Nishad Koya (Dialogues) |
| Story by | Dhayal Padmanabhan |
| Produced by | Gokulam Gopalan |
| Starring | Kunchacko Boban Rajisha Vijayan Guru Somasundaram |
| Cinematography | Faiz Siddik |
| Edited by | Riyas K. Badhar |
| Music by | Stephen Devassy (songs) Sam C. S. (bgm) |
Production company | Sree Gokulam Movies |
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Running time | 121 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
Synopsis edit
Pakalum Paathiravum is the story of Michael, a wildlife photographer, who starts his journey from Kochi to Mysore with a hideous intent. The movie discusses the uptight moments that happen when he passes through the Maoist-occupied inlands of Wayanad.
Cast edit
- Kunchacko Boban as Michael Vareeth
- Rajisha Vijayan as Mercy Vareeth
- Guru Somasundaram as Janakiraman
- Gokulam Gopalan as Father
- Seetha as Mariya Vareeth
- Manoj K U as Vareeth
- Divyadarshan
- Tamizh as Maniyan
- Ullas Panthalam
- Bibin George
- Poojapura Radhakrishnan
- Jays Jose
Production edit
The film was announced on 5 December 2021 and the principal photography started the next day.[5] The film was released on 3 March 2023.[6][1][7] Director Ajai Vasudev, who has helmed three Mammootty starrers previously, announced his fourth film for Sree Gokulam Movies[8] starring Kunchacko Boban and Rajisha Vijayan.[6][1] Actor Guru Somasundaram, who played the antagonist in Minnal Murali was signed to play an important role.[9] Sam C. S. was signed to compose the background score.[10] Producer Gokulam Gopalan also played an important role.[11][12]
Reception edit
A citric from Times of india wrote that "Kunchacko Boban brings the star presence to the movie and gives a good 'man of mystery' feel" and gave 3 stars out of 5.[13] Sajin Shrijith critic of The New Indian Express noted that " In a movie headlined by Kunchacko Boban, I never expected to find Guru Somasundaram to be the only entertaining factor, albeit briefly.".[14] S.R.Praveen critic of The Hindu wrote that "Outdated ideas in the screenplay and poor character writing ruin this thrilling story about greed and hopelessness".[15]Onmanorama critic stated that "The performances by all the actors are commendable."[16]IndianExpress.com critic gave a mixed review.[17]
References edit
- ^ a b c "Kunchako Boban, Rajisha Vijayan's Pakalum Paathiravum to hit screens on this date". Cinema Express. 13 February 2023. Retrieved 25 February 2023.
- ^ Praveen, S. R. (3 March 2023). "'Pakalum Pathiravum' movie review: Kunchacko Boban, Rajisha Vijayan's thriller is felled by mediocre filmmaking" – via www.thehindu.com.
- ^ "'Pakalum Paathiravum' release: Kunchacko Boban starrer to hit the big screens on March". Times Of India. Retrieved 27 April 2023.
- ^ "Pakalum Pathiravum on OTT: Kunchacko Boban, Rajisha Vijayan's thriller to release on ZEE5 on this date". OTTPlay. Retrieved 27 April 2023.
- ^ "Ajai Vasudev's next titled Pakalum Paathiravum". OnlookersMedia. 5 December 2021. Retrieved 25 February 2023.
- ^ a b "'Pakalum Pathiravum' teaser: Kunchacko Boban starrer promises a thrilling action entertainer". The Times of India. 20 February 2023. Retrieved 25 February 2023.
- ^ "അത്യാഗ്രഹവും ആർത്തിയുമാണ് സകല പ്രശ്നങ്ങൾക്കും കാരണം, 'പകലും പാതിരാവും' ടീസർ". Mathrubhumi. 19 February 2023. Retrieved 26 February 2023.
- ^ "Kunchacko Boban-Starrer Pakalum Paathiravum's Teaser Promises A Gripping Crime Drama". News 18. 21 February 2023. Retrieved 25 February 2023.
- ^ "കുഞ്ചാക്കോ ബോബനും രജിഷ വിജയനും കേന്ദ്ര കഥാപാത്രങ്ങൾ: അജയ് വാസുദേവ് ചിത്രം പകലും പാതിരാവും ടീസർ പുറത്തിറങ്ങി". Media One. 19 February 2023. Retrieved 26 February 2023.
- ^ "ഇത് ചാക്കോച്ചന്റെ വേറിട്ട മുഖം, പകലും പാതിരാവും ടീസറിൽ തീപാറിച്ചു കുഞ്ചാക്കോ ബോബൻ". News 18. 20 February 2023. Retrieved 26 February 2023.
- ^ "അത്യാ ഗ്രഹവും ആർത്തിയുമാണ് മനുഷ്യരുടെ സകല പ്രശ്നങ്ങൾക്കും കാരണം; ത്രില്ലടിപ്പിച്ച് 'പകലും പാതിരാവും' ടീസർ". Samayam. 20 February 2023. Retrieved 26 February 2023.
- ^ "അത്യാഗ്രഹവും ആർത്തിയുമാണ് മനുഷ്യരുടെ സകല പ്രശ്നങ്ങൾക്കും കാരണം'; ത്രില്ലടിപ്പിക്കാൻ പകലും പാതിരാവും, ടീസർ". Reporter TV. 19 February 2023. Retrieved 26 February 2023.
- ^ "Pakalum Pathiravum Movie Review : A thriller that needed toning down". The Times of India. 3 March 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 25 February 2024.
- ^ "'Pakalum Paathiravum' movie review: Lousy, unintentionally funny attempt at a thriller". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 7 April 2023.
- ^ Praveen, S. R. (3 March 2023). "'Pakalum Pathiravum' movie review: Kunchacko Boban, Rajisha Vijayan's thriller is felled by mediocre filmmaking". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 7 April 2023.
- ^ "'Pakalum Pathiravum' Review | Rajisha Vijayan's performance drives this suspense thriller". OnManorama. Retrieved 7 April 2023.
- ^ "ആ കരാള രാത്രി മലയാളം പറയുമ്പോൾ, 'പകലും പാതിരാവും' റിവ്യൂ:". Indian Express Malayalam (in Malayalam). Retrieved 7 April 2023.