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Detective Ujjwalan

  • 2025
  • 2h 4m
IMDb RATING
6.2/10
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Detective Ujjwalan (2025)
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In the village of Plaachikkaavu, a local detective, Ujjwalan, must outsmart a mysterious figure in a deadly battle of wits, where his skills are put to the ultimate test.In the village of Plaachikkaavu, a local detective, Ujjwalan, must outsmart a mysterious figure in a deadly battle of wits, where his skills are put to the ultimate test.In the village of Plaachikkaavu, a local detective, Ujjwalan, must outsmart a mysterious figure in a deadly battle of wits, where his skills are put to the ultimate test.

  • Directors
    • Rahul G.
    • Indraneel GK
  • Writers
    • Rahul G.
    • Indraneel GK
  • Stars
    • Dhyan Sreenivasan
    • Ameen
    • Kottayam Nazeer
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.2/10
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    • Directors
      • Rahul G.
      • Indraneel GK
    • Writers
      • Rahul G.
      • Indraneel GK
    • Stars
      • Dhyan Sreenivasan
      • Ameen
      • Kottayam Nazeer
    • 18User reviews
    • 1Critic review
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      • Indraneel GK
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      • Indraneel GK
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    4YeduK-7

    Detective ujjwalan - A wasted opportunity

    Detective ujjwalan is a horror comedy movie which revole around the village plachikave which is facing a threat they never seen before .

    The movie is poorly executed. It tries but fails to impress me as an audience.

    The comedy was outdated . The direction felt like a letdown. The music is forgettable . The story not that great . The climax fight look forced, as main character alone goes into the fight . The film put a very bad effort in redirecting the main character into mistaking someone for a killer.

    The character arc of villian was not bad , it was good . The twist at the end was good . The hero arc was also good . His journey of overcomning his fears and standing up was nice ( even if it's a small thing).

    It is a wasted potential . They could have done a better job to establish the village and its people ,their emotion ,their doubts ,their fear but they didn't. The film doesn't stand out among other serial killing stories. It felt like a cheap copy of other serial killer movies

    For me the film Detective ujjwalan is a letdown.
    3tellingsreehari

    A Dull, Draggy, Boring Mess

    Detective Ujjwalan is a painful exercise in missed potential. The film lacks a proper script, meaningful dialogues, and any emotional depth. What remains is a string of lifeless scenes stitched together without rhythm or any real flow. The editing is abrupt, the background score is uninspired, and the visual storytelling is severely limited.

    The idea of setting the story in a village is nice. But the film offers little more than close-up shots and dull faces, failing to create any charm or appeal. It tries to pass off as an old-school adventure, but it ends up being a below-par, boring piece of pointless fluff. And unlike what some say, this is not quirky like Scooby Doo. It's boring as hell.

    Dhyan Sreenivasan, in the lead, gives a performance so dull it feels unfair to the audience and the story alike. He brings no spark to Ujjwalan, a protagonist who is neither heroic nor remotely interesting. Siju Wilson starts off well as a police officer, but his sudden devotion to Ujjwalan makes no sense.

    There's nothing that holds the viewer. No emotions to connect with, no solid plot to follow, and no reason to care. The storytelling is stale, and the whole thing feels empty. Maybe Vineeth Sreenivasan could have played Ujjwalan better. Someone with the hidden humour and flair, like his Adv. Mukundan Unni? Just a thought.

    Ultimately, it is a dull, boring affair. It's supposed to be a mystery, but you're too bored to want answers. That should say it all.
    8pranaykatkar

    Refreshingly quirky thriller

    Detective Ujjwalan is a refreshingly quirky thriller that brings a unique blend of humor, suspense, and drama to the table. The film tells the story of Ujjwalan, a detective played by Dhyan Sreenivasan, who embarks on a mission to solve a complex case involving a missing person. The film's narrative is well-crafted, with plenty of twists and turns to keep the audience guessing. The pacing is well-balanced, moving seamlessly from fast-paced action sequences to slower, more introspective moments.

    With strong performances and a well-crafted narrative, it is a must-watch for fans of the genre.

    Good.
    5kishan_thachatt

    A Promising Idea Lost in Execution

    Detective Ujjwalan starts off at a very slow pace, making it hard to stay engaged during the initial scenes. The unusual color grading and lighting choices give the film a strange tone, which takes away from the overall experience.

    Dhyan, who plays the lead character, fails to make a strong impact. His performance feels lacks the intensity the role demands. The humour also doesn't work, the jokes fall flat and don't bring any real fun to the scenes.

    The plot does have potential. There's an interesting mystery at its core, and the story builds some curiosity. However, the impact gets lost due to weak performances and average direction. This film clearly shows how crucial good casting is to bring a story to life.

    The background score is another downside. Instead of enhancing the mood, it makes several scenes feel dull and emotionless. The music simply doesn't connect with what's happening on screen.

    Things improve slightly in the second half. The emotional angle gives the movie some much needed depth, and a few moments manage to hold attention. Still, the overall performance level remains below average, making it hard to fully invest in the characters.

    The climax takes a disappointing turn. It throws in unnecessary twists that don't add meaning to the story.

    In the end, Detective Ujjwalan had the potential to be an engaging mystery. But with weak acting, poor technical choices, and inconsistent storytelling, the film struggles to leave a lasting impression. A better cast and sharper direction could have made a big difference.

    Overall, Detective Ujjwalan is a thriller that doesn't really thrill. It also lacks a strong theatrical experience. In the end, the choice is yours.
    fahadisabot

    Great watch

    Comedy at its peak like gosh dhyan sreenivasan absolutely killed it in this movie and was great to see such a fresh take of comedy similar to ninnal Murali but with detective elements a bit of a scooby doo movie definetly worthwile.

    So I would have to reccomend this movie to yall strongly as me and my brother mother sister father grandfather and grandmother enjoyed it absolutely peak cinema from second half the movie takes a huge turn and ur left clueless by what u witnessed in the last 15 mins so again I strongly recommend this movie to all that want to see a great family entertainer and enjoy memorable comedy mommemts.

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      • May 23, 2025 (India)
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    • Language
      • Malayalam
    • Also known as
      • 侦探乌吉瓦兰
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      • 2h 4m(124 min)
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