Kettiyollaanu Ente Maalakha

I couldn't watch KEM in theatres. I watched it recently with high expectations as there were rave reviews from both critics and audiences. The movie didn't fulfill my expectations but it was pretty good movie with very good performances. Asif Ali proved that he is one of the best young actors in Mollywood. Veena Nandhakumar also did a good job in her debut. Sex Education is not a topic that Mollywood has tried often and Nisam Basheer took this topic in the backdrop of a family movie well. Overall, KEM is a good movie and a watchable one for Asif Ali's performance and fresh social topic.

Started with a small story title, the movie has ended up with a good message along with the thrills, as well as aspects of married life. All the characters were "living" in the same including asifka, veena and the "mother of sleevachan". one of the best big movie comparing the theme.

Yet again Malayalam movie makers have excelled in making a light and humorous movie on a sensitive issue with such a brilliance. Untill the first half, it's not even clear where the movie is heading. However the second half and esp the last 30 minutes were a real surprise and beautifully crafted.

A lot of the supporting cast are fresh faces and they add a pinch of reality to the whole setting. Movie revoles around the backdrop of a "high range" farmer and his social circle. Asif Ali's chemistry with his mother and sisters is charming. The director has upholded the tradition of ' attention to detail ' like many of the Malayalam movie makers. First 10-15 minutes will take everyone through the life of a rubber farmer in Kerala in a very realistic way.

Rincy, Slevan's (Asif Ali) wife goes through an life changing experience and the actress has done a brilliant job showcasing the same. Special mention to Basil Joseph who plays the role of Slevan's Employee and a close aide. I personally love the way he has been chosing roles and delivering the with such brilliance. He himself being a director has chosen small but powerful characters recently.

Overall a light hearted yet a striking movie.

Asif Ali's best performance ever.

Perfect casting of Veena Nandhakumar as the heroine.

Characterization of Sleevachan has been amazing and there are a few beautiful nuanced emotional scenes set squarely within his character sketch.

The initial portions of the movie seem to have taken quite some inspiration from the detailing aspect of Dileesh Pothen movies. The visual presentation of the early morning routine of the rubber farmer was impressive in it's detailing/novelty.

The soul of the movie is very positive and uplifting. You will leave the theatre feeling good.

Characterization of the sisters, mothers, uncles etc have all been convincing. In general, the vibe across these characters is positive, making for a pleasant viewership.

Listin Stephen continues on his knack for producing successful movies. Subject choice is indeed very interesting, and the movie has been able to deliver on the challenge.

Background score has aligned well with the movie.

"Kettiyolaanu ente Maalakha" Malayalam movie.

High range village with its innocent villagers, form this presentation. Sleeva, the middle aged bachelor, doing the daily farm work.. have his daily dose of alcohol in the evening... to lead his contented life. His family pressure forced him to get married. Sleevachan's misguided ideas about sex, his in-experience in the carnal knowledge..all leading to a marital-rape.... later family disharmony...is the one line story.

This kinda highly tensed bridegroom seeking help and doing blunders....all remind us of Dineshan of "Thalayina Mandram". Script touches on socially relevant issue of necessity, of premarital counseling and sexual education.

Asif Ali as Sleevachan did well. Other characters also were good on screen.

7 on 10 for this, no twist, clean entertainer.

Careful planning could have made, this 'message' filled presentation, more indulging.

' To love and then marry... Or Marry, then love ' is the subtle question posed to the audience.

Ask yourself... !