Pachuvum Athbutha Vilakkum

I'm really happy about the way the movie turned out. Such a feel good cinema. It's been a while since I watched such a nicely taken family movie.

Written and directed perfectly.

The casting is perfect. Will surely melt anyone with a heart. Really happy to know that Malayalam cinema is secure with the next generation of film makers. Can't congratulate the director enough. Worthy of debut by Akhil Sathen, Son of Sathyen Anthicad (A perfect movie to start his directorial career indeed).

Can't find much flaws, but to nit pick, i may say that the length is a bit on the longer side but not lagged even a little. So that too is not a problem.

If Fahadh Faasil is in it, I watch the movie because I know it won't be that bad of a script. Found Pachuvum Athbutha Vilakkum on Amazon Prime and started watching it.

It's a 2.5-hour-long movie, but you won't be disappointed at the end. A very simple narrative of a Malayali guy living in Mumbai who wants to make it big. Things change when he accidentally returns to Kerala, and the story unfolds.

The first half was quite slow, but it had some beautiful comic relief. Fahadh portrayed these roles remarkably, where he acts a bit dumb but tries to be smart to get what he wants.

The movie's length is long because there are too many characters, and everyone has a story to tell. So at times, it does get a bit convoluted. However, the second half was definitely more enjoyable, and you really want to see what happens at the climax.

It's definitely a film you can watch with your family. There's a beautiful message about female education and dealing with personal losses, except it ends on a positive note.

Honestly, the Malayalam industry has made too many comedy-dramas like this too often. In fact, it reminded me of Fahadh's previous film "Njan Prakashan," which also follows the same recipe of some comedy, a bit of tragedy, but a happy ending.

If you can spare 2.5 hours for a film, Pachuvum Athbutha Vilakkum is worth a watch. 7/10 for me.

Good one to watch with family this summer.

Personally, I am impressed by the story, direction, acting and certainly dialogues.

No extra ordinary scenes or superhuman acts, it is just plain plot well-grounded to be accepted by the audience irrespective of the age and class.

Although I could hear people laughing in the theatre at almost every bit of dialogue, I felt that's a bit far-fetched. The story does entertain you and there are humour-filled dialogues and scenes, but surely not as hilarious as one might think.

We all know how brilliant an actor Fahadh is. At the same time I am totally happy for the role essayed by Vineeth.

Pachuvum Adbhuta Vilakkum, a Malayalam film released in 2023, is a delightful cinematic experience that skillfully tackles various social issues with a touch of humor and sensibility. As a dedicated fan of Fahad, I may be slightly biased, but it is undeniable that his performance adds a magical touch to the movie.

One of the aspects that truly stood out for me in this film is the exceptional work of the Malayalam movie writers. Their ability to capture and portray the intricacies of human emotions with the utmost attention to detail is truly commendable. It's an absolute joy to witness the characters' emotions come to life on the screen, and I particularly appreciate how they seamlessly blend humor and sensitivity in their storytelling.

I had the privilege of watching the movie in its native language with subtitles, ensuring that I didn't miss out on the authentic essence of the film. It's always a wonderful experience to immerse oneself in a regional movie's cultural nuances and linguistic beauty, and Pachuvum Adbhuta Vilakkum certainly did not disappoint in this regard.

One of the greatest strengths of this film is its family-friendly nature. It provides wholesome entertainment that viewers of all ages can enjoy. I enjoyed watching it with my kids and parents, and the experience was thoroughly enjoyable for all of us. The movie managed to evoke genuine smiles and leave us with a sense of contentment.

In conclusion, Pachuvum Adbhuta Vilakkum is an absolute gem of Malayalam cinema in 2023. It adeptly addresses significant social issues while maintaining a lighthearted and enjoyable narrative. Fahad's captivating performance adds a touch of magic to the film, and the writers' ability to depict emotions with incredible precision is awe-inspiring. If you're looking for a clean and heartwarming movie that can be cherished with your loved ones, this film is a perfect choice.

Fahadh Faasil (re)enters the universe built by the Anthikkads (Sathyan, Anoop, and now the debuting Akhil) and almost single-handedly makes us care for a plot that offers little to no surprises and moves along at a very predictable pace. Don't be turned off by the 2h 51m run-time. Akhil Sathyan mostly treads the footsteps of his father while penning the script for Pachu (shortened), where the routine life of the protagonist suddenly takes a detour owing to the interference of one (or more) female characters. While Sathyan Anthikkad rarely ventured outside Kerala (or Tamil Nadu) to tell his stories filled with "goodness", Akhil Sathyan uses 3 different locations to narrate his - Mumbai, Goa, and Kerala (in bits & pieces). Mumbai and Goa, especially, have been captured nicely.

The humour is mostly subtle and situational, which works in its favour. Some of the casting choices (aside from Fahadh) are superb. Anjana Jayaprakash plays Hamsadhwani, a character that seems inconsequential at first, but blends into the proceedings seamlessly. Scenes featuring Fahadh and her, while carried by Fahadh's improvisations, are wonderful to watch. Vineeth also gets a worthwhile role after a pretty long gap, reminding us that it's not just his voice that Malayalam cinema needs to use more of. Given it's the final film of the late great Innocent, seeing him too brings forth genuine smiles. The subplot that involves saving a poor child from the Goan slums had the potential to fizzle out the entire movie. But the writing never goes the melodramatic route and the performances remain grounded.