Directed by: Mahesh Madhu
Written by:Samji M Antony
Produced by:Ligo John
Starring:Arjun Ashokan,Balu Varghese,Anaswara Rajan,Renji Panicker,Althaf Salim,Baiju Santhosh
Cinematography:Renadive
Edited by:Sobin K. Soman
Music by:Sam C. S.
Production
company:Truth Seekers Movie Productions
Distributed by:Magic Frames (India),Phars Film (Overseas)
Release date:10 January 2025
Language:Malayalam
Ennu Swantham Punyalan is a Malayalam-language fantasy comedy thriller film directed by Mahesh Madhu. Produced by Ligo John under the banner of Truth Seekers Movie Productions, the film features a story and screenplay by Samji M Antony. The cast includes Arjun Ashokan, Balu Varghese, Anaswara Rajan, Renji Panicker, Althaf Salim, and Baiju Santhosh in prominent roles.
Ennu swantham punyalan is a mixed bag that struggles to find its footing, particularly in the initial hour. The pacing is slow, and the humor is uneven, with some jokes landing well and others falling flat. Unfortunately, the character development lacks depth, making it challenging to become fully invested in the story.
However, the film shows some improvement in its second half, leading to a decent conclusion. One of the highlights is the excellent performance from the cast, especially Balu, Arjun Ashokan, and Anaswara. Arjun Ashokan’s entry into the story marks a turning point, bringing engaging twists and turns that make the film entertaining. The connecting parts of the story are also well done, adding to the overall impact.
On the other hand, Sam C’s background score fails to make a significant impact. The songs are unimpressive and feel irrelevant to the film. The cinematography is limited by the confined spaces and surroundings, with few locations to work with. Overall, the movie’s inconsistencies and shortcomings are balanced by some notable highlights, making it an average viewing experience.
Bottomline
“Average watch! Slow pacing & struggling initial portions but a decent conclusion saves the day.
