Njan Marykutty

The best depiction of transgender in this movie an eye opener for our society and jayasurya the best choice to show it to our society

Ranjith Sankar really knows how to make movies. Or rather how to make emotional and inspirational movies. (He only started making serious ones once he began producing them, though.) Following up with his 2015 film Su Su Sudhi Vathmeekam (also starring Jayasurya), he again picks up a hugely relevant topic for Njan Marykutty and fires it up with all his might. The straightforward and highly predictable story of a transsexual woman (Jayasurya) who finds it difficult to blend into the society is enhanced by rock-solid performances and occasional highlighting of stark social issues in Kerala and elsewhere in India. How the society fails to receive a person when he tries to change his sexuality is what director Sankar aims to convey here, and for that, he uses a mechanical container that also doubles up as a motivational film. Jayasurya, in the performance of the year so far in Mollywood, shines all the way. I am not surprised by his performance, but only has led me to wonder what really inspires him to take such roles and do it with so much finesse. Supported by a linear, easy-going storyline and good writing while not resorting to vulgarity, Njan Marykutty further increases its appeal as a decent film that hits multiple notes with great flare and ability. Watching it is like gulping down water in the middle of a night, thirsty and with eyes wide open. Although there are some usual ingredients - that are very commonplace in Malayalam films and even in Sankar's films - I am ready to ignore them because Njan Marykutty inspires and sheds heavy light into a real-life issue of stereotyping in today's world. It's a great watch and one that is essential. TN.

Njan marykutty is an inspirational watchable movie. The movie shows the problems that has to be faced by an indian transgender in today condition and how they efficiently overcoming that difficulties and makes their life a success. This movie is all about that.

Jayasurya shines in his role as a man struggling to rebuild his identity as a new transwoman,in the generally patriarchal and regressive minded society of Idukki in Kerala. The opening scene itself displays the uneasiness of church goers in his presence. Marykutty (Jayasurya) quits his job as an IT professional and wishes to be a Superintendent of Police, but faces a lot of humiliation and harassment along the way. The most disturbing scene is when Marykutty is humiliated by his sister,who warns him not to attend her wedding as he will embarrass her. It just reinforces the foolishness of the old adage "Blood is thicker than water". Family is just a part of society that happens to share genetic ties with a person,and it is good that the director made an effort to educate people about the fallacy of familial bonds. The character of the villainous police officer who tries extra hard to humiliate Marykutty was perhaps a little overplayed, but without him, Marykutty's struggles would not have stood out that much. Innocent's role as the sympathetic and supportive priest was soothing. So was the radio jockey and the lady who plays the role of Marykutty's friend. Many scenes in this movie are emotional but not excessive. Jayasurya portrayed his character with tenacity and should be applauded for his willingness to do so.

Purposely postponed watching this movie for a long long time. The movie shows how the society fights against unfamiliarity and even goes evil to to stop what they think is wrong. Since its a movie there are few positive characters who help out, hope there are people in real life who do help like them. Must watch this movie if you don't know a transsexual person.