Nearly a year after that we have got another movie that has achieved similar goals in the form of Njandukalude Nattil Oridavela. One fine example for such a story was Anuraga Karikkin Vellam. When a film manages to create its own world through its characters and convey some thoughts through the totality of those people, the cinematic experience it provides becomes more special. It’s a perfect entertainer reflecting the flavour of this festive season, which is all about spreading joy and staying positive. The feel-good movie wraps a serious subject in the lightest of manner and therein lies its success. The cinematography by Mukesh Muraleedharan add to the overall freshness of the film while Justin Varghese’s music seamlessly complements the movie’s theme and tone. Ahaana, Srinda and Aishwarya Lekshmi play their parts well while Krishna Shankar once again ably supports Nivin’s character. Siju Wilson, Saiju Kurup and Sharafudheen have the lion’s share of one-liners that they deliver to perfection. Shantikrishna doesn’t seem to have missed a beat either as she plays Sheela with all the resolve and grace required. Lal’s character Chacko marks a smashing return to comedic form for the actor. He has room to perform too – as certain scenes call for him to be emotional, funny, simple and also ‘act serious’. There isn’t even an essence of heroism in his character and as a perpetual chips-munching youngster, who is still clueless about where his life is heading, he is a delight to watch. And yet, the film doesn’t fail to touch hearts – be it the scene where Kurian talks about his mom’s iron will or how the family rallies behind to show their collective strength. There isn’t a coming-of-age hero or a dramatic change in their lives brought about my miracles – instead the film has an even pace letting the story unravel through liberal doses humour and genuine reactions.Īpart from its appealing characters, the comedy in the film is its major strength – it’s fresh and spontaneous – making light of even the most sombre of situations in real life. Kurian’s sisters, played by Srinda and Ahaana, along with his brother-in-law (Siju Wilson) and grandfather complete the family.įor most part of the first half, Althaf dedicates his time on fleshing out each character and what sets their treatment apart from many feel-good films is that characters remain true to their personalities till the end of the movie. She soon calls up her son in London, Kurian (Nivin), and asks him to get home while her feeble husband Chacko is on pins and needles. The film begins with Sheela Chacko (Shantikrishna) who doubts that she has breast cancer. There is no melodrama, just a slice of life view of how people react to certain situations and pull themselves through. It’s a natural glimpse into the life of an upper middle class family that has to tackle an unexpected adversity. The movie starts with a montage that sets and carries the tone all the way through. To his credit, Althaf doesn’t once make the movie feel as it’s a first-timer’s effort as he pulls the audience in right from the first few scenes. So, naturally the expectations were high for actor-turned-director Althaf’s debut directorial, Njandukalude Naattil Oridavela. : Nivin Pauly’s tryst with family dramas have been a happy one so far with last year’s Jacobinte Swargarajyam being the high point.
How each member of the family reacts to it, tackle it in their own ways and collectively, take the plot forward. His family is then forced to face a situation that could turn their lives upside down. : London-based Kurian (Nivin Pauly) gets a call from his mother Sheela asking him to come home to Kerala. NJANDUKALUDE NAATTIL ORIDAVELA - timesofindia
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