Praavinkoodu Shappu

--- A film with no proper purpose, the sad part is that it had lots of potential to be great with that talented cast and they could have made the film focus more on comedy or just thriller, it tried to bind both of these genres together and it just didn't work. It's a great combo if done right but here the film falters due to an inconsistent screenplay, bad dialogues and poor direction.

One thing I have got to give credit for is the cinematography and the score done by Shyju Khalid and Vishnu Vijay respectively. Overall the film was very forgettable and a very below average experience for me.

Joseph Basil's role could have been portrayed more effectively by a character with a more serious and grounded presence. While his performance had a few moments that came off as cringeworthy or overly exaggerated, it can still be overlooked when considering the broader context of the film and the strong performances delivered by the rest of the cast. His acting didn't entirely ruin the experience, but a better-suited actor might have elevated certain scenes. Despite that, the film as a whole was enjoyable and engaging. Overall, I loved it and would definitely recommend it to a wide range of audiences.

A Tense and Twisty Ride Worth Every Minute.

This film effortlessly grips you from its opening scene and refuses to let go. From the eerie cinematography to the subtle, creeping score, every element works together to amplify the suspense. The cast delivers standout performances, especially the lead, whose nuanced portrayal keeps you guessing at every turn. While the plot initially seems straightforward, unexpected revelations constantly shift the narrative, making it almost impossible to predict the ending. The director deftly balances tension and intrigue, ensuring that every scene contributes to the overarching mystery rather than feeling like filler. Overall, this movie is a haunting puzzle that thriller enthusiasts will devour-it's clever, unpredictable, and deeply satisfying.

Pravinkoodu shappu:

an engaging murder mystery with top notch performances by Basil Joseph and Soubin Shahir

packed with good twists, light humor and pulse-pounding climax.

Bus chase and action scenes was a visual treat to see...deceiving elements really work well.

Basila and Soubin shines with all other supporting actors performing really well.

Made me laugh for some scenes and some dialogues were like natural and didn't feel they are acting at all..

short of words to say about this semi comedy thriller....

don't miss ...a must watch definitely .. Malyalam movie is at its peak since 2024.

Watched this on OTT due to a Basil Joseph hangover whose brilliance in recent times has been overwhelming..Basil can still wear half pants and pass off as a school boy character or a frustrated young man who vents it out in his trademark comic fashion. But he has a long way to go before essaying a cop's role, funny or otherwise. In a nutshell, the movie shone in parts but simply failed to engage after 1 hour..Basil, pls make up for this in your next one, I'll continue to swear by Malayalam movies with the likes of you around..5 stars for you and some of the funny characters in the toddy shop and the cinematography.