Android Kunjappan Version 5.25

While asking all the difficult questions associated with man's attempt at using artificial intelligence to simplify life, Android Kunjappan version 5.25, a superbly made entertainer that keeps on giving despite its long running time, takes a friendly, chill approach and drives a much more important point home. About human connections, their dynamics, and the possibility of technology replacing them. I was literally gobsmacked a few times watching this humorous, socially relevant film that could not have been released at a more proper time, often wondering what length the makers might have gone to craft it. Whether it is the electric performances (it is not fair to focus only Suraj Venjaramoodu as each one of the cast strike gold here), the characterisation of a whole village, and the dialog writing, this debut feature Ratheesh Poduval is bound to receive cult status sooner than its contemporaries will have it, especially at this juncture in Malayalam cinema where great, groundbreaking films are coming out every other Friday with no stop in sight. Android Kunjappan version 5.25 is fresh, genuinely heartwarming, and magnificently crafted. There is absolutely no doubt it will make you smile and wonder days after you have seen it. TN.

AKV5.25 is a sci-fi comedy movie. A sci-fi genre is a rare case in Mollywood and we should note that the films under this genre are not remembered in Mollywood. But this movie will be remembered and cherished for a long time. The film is very funny and at the same time thoughtful. All the technical departments like direction, cinematography, editing, music etc. has done a very good job. They have done a pretty decent job in scenes in Russia too. All the performances were very good and Suraj Venjarammodu was another level. He was in his top form and he proves again that he is one of the best actors in Malayalam. Soubin Shahir have also done a good job. The performances of Saiju Kurippu, Kendy Zirdo and Maala Parvathi also deserves to be noted. One of the main character in this movie is the robot and they have done a very good job in making it realistic. The first half was very entertaining but the second half was very slow at some parts. The ending was also good and it will make us wonder for sometime. Overall, AKV5.25 is a very good movie and a must watch entertainment time.

Very novel for malayalam cinema.

There is plenty of good humor all through the movie. Rustic humor mostly.There were some digs at other movies too.

Soubin has performed very convincingly and has become the son. Performance reminiscent of "Sudani from Nigeria". No really challenging scenes otherwise for Soubin, but has totally become the son.

Suraj Venjaramoodu had much more scope for performance. While in general, Soubin seemed to have blended in to the character better than Suraj, there was a very challenging scene towards the end where Suraj proved his mettle. A scene that could fall into pieces without Suraj's mastery.

It was not a perfect movie. There were portions that were not convincing, inexperience was telling here and there. However, this is the kind of attempt that needs to be encouraged.

Bijibal's music did not blow my mind.

The emotional connect of technology reminded me of the movie "Her". The movie has attempted to bring technology close to the people who would typically shy away from technology, and has done a pretty good job at it. Also reminded me of "Oridathu" which spoke about how a village responds to electricity, while "Android Kunjappan" is about how a village responds to robotics.

As the movie was presenting unconvincing portions in between, I was a bit worried about how the climax would turn out. It was better than anticipated.

Slow-paced, easy watch. Very unique presentation. Definitely a laudable attempt, though not perfect.

One of the best and clean movies devoid of violence and sex. All the actors have done well especially the father son duo.Direction is also flawless. A must to see family movie.

I didn't go into this movie with much expectations but this movie surely surprised me. A career best performance by Suraj, good direction and a well executed emotional Sci-Fi story about human values and how an Android brings about a change in an Old Man and also the people surrounding him. Hopefully, this movie does well at the box office cause it would be a shame if it fails.