Aadhi

"Aadhi," starring Pranav Mohanlal, is a gripping thriller that marks the debut of Mohanlal's son as a leading actor. The film navigates through the trials and tribulations of Aadhi, a young man whose life takes an unexpected turn when he becomes entangled in a web of deceit and danger.

One of the strengths of "Aadhi" lies in its tightly woven plot, which keeps the audience engaged from start to finish. The narrative is filled with twists and turns, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats as Aadhi navigates through various challenges to clear his name and seek justice.

Pranav Mohanlal delivers a commendable performance in his debut role, showcasing both emotional depth and intensity. His portrayal of Aadhi is convincing, and he displays a natural flair for action sequences, adding to the film's overall appeal.

Director Jeethu Joseph deserves praise for his skillful direction, effectively balancing suspense, drama, and action throughout the film. The cinematography and background score further enhance the viewing experience, creating a tense and immersive atmosphere.

However, "Aadhi" is not without its flaws. Some plot points may feel contrived, and certain character motivations could have been better developed. Additionally, while the film's climax is satisfying, it may not fully live up to the high expectations set by the rest of the story.

Overall, "Aadhi" is a promising debut for Pranav Mohanlal and a commendable addition to the thriller genre in Malayalam cinema. Despite its minor shortcomings, the film succeeds in delivering an engaging and entertaining experience for audiences.

This movie will be enjoyed by those that enjoy action and more realistic fight scenes where bad guys don't go flying in every direction known to man with just a flick of the hero's fingers. The character has to put in a little more effort and actually gets gut-punched right back more than a couple of times. The parkour and running were brilliant and i remember leaving the theater feeling really badass wanting to kick a few people. That's how i realized despite the few glaring errors, i enjoyed the movie.

In terms of acting, Pranav Mohanlal seemed to take an ascending slope. It is a blessing the film didn't call for any real dramatic interpretation and acting. There weren't many dialogues to deliver nor too many emotional scenes to depict. Despite starting a little rocky (felt the first couple of scenes were slightly awkward but maybe that was because of the slight lag i felt between the dubbing and acting), Pranav seemed to adjust to the film better in the second half. He seemed the most comfortable doing the parkour bits. When he didn't have to face another person, bite out a couple of pre-planned dialogues, only run around and do his own thing. There were however many overused scenes, a cliche to films like these.

Another thing worth mentioning are the rest of the cast. Siddique was as natural as ever (he gets better in every film!) Anusree was hilarious and gave something to laugh about in an otherwise dull scene. Aditi Ravi could've slightly turned down her enthusiasm for a certain song and Lena could've done the same during one of her hysterical cries. I know she can do better. I've seen Traffic.

I did find the ending a little abrupt however symbolic it seemed. But overall, it was a decent film with the inevitable mistakes of a first time.

There are many movies of this genre released in Malayalam over the years. But still "Aadhi" fascinates with its technical perfection and top-class action sequences. Pranav Mohanlal has done a decent job on his debut. He was convincing and suitable for the title character as "Aadhi" , though he has miles to go to reach anywhere near to the acting brilliance of his father. Siddique, as always, gives a perfect performance whereas Lena seems a little odd. The parkour scenes were new to Malayalam film industry and they were fantastically portrayed. Overall, "Aadhi" is a good entertainer with all the thrills and suspense you expect in a action thriller.

Jeethu Joseph's latest feature Aadhi looks like a revised version of his 2016 revenge drama Oozham. The only difference is that the protagonist here is a parkour enthusiast and not an explosives expert. Debutante Pranav Mohanlal plays Aadhi, a young and aspiring music producer who gets embroiled in a mess following the death of an influential business magnate's son. How Aadhi spends his life after that being chased by the man's goons for the rest of the plot is what the film primarily talks about, where he also showcases his parkour skills and a sudden energy to solve the issue on his own. While director Joseph has used family threads and parents-son relationship as an element to attract his viewers, the plothole-ridden story never succeeds to keep them hooked. It's an exaggerated play that goes on and on, supported by a contrived narrative. Mohanlal's amateur and dull performance is the highlight of Aadhi, as he follows his director's cue like a frightened kindergarten child during a time of crisis. There is not a single interesting element that would make Aadhi a better rendition of Oozham, which is also a prime example of cinematic hyperbole. When even the talented Lena slips in her performance and Siddique made to look like a joker with his toupee, it is clear that Aadhi was a hurried attempt at launching the star child. There is no other reason why someone would make this film, which is one full hour of chase sequences and the remaining ninety minutes of mind-boggling claptrap. If you are someone who supports nepotism and consider yourself automatically a fan of your favorite actor, then Aadhi is something you can catch this weekend on DVD. TN.

A great films. A great acting. So i am rating in10.