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Malayalam cinema has seen a surge in inventive and fear-inducing horror films in the past few years, including Romancham, a blend of humor and horror, Bhoothakaalam, a chilling exploration of psychological horror, Kumari, a fresh take on the supernatural genre, Praana, a legitimately scary solo act by Nithya Menen, and Nine, an experimental journey through alternate realities.
Debut director Darwin Kuriakose’s Anweshippin Kandethum, starring Tovino Thomas, adds to Malayalam cinema's rich collection of murder mystery films, including classics like Yavanika, the CBI franchise, Utharam, Kariyilakkattu Pole, and the Drishyam franchise. These films feature compelling narratives, exceptional performances, and skillful direction, making them must-watch for fans of the genre.
Yatra 2, a political drama focusing on YS Jagan's life after YSR's death, features strong performances by Mammootty and Jiiva, but lacks emotional highs and depth. The film aims to showcase alleged political ploys and struggles faced by YS Jagan, but falls short in delivering an engaging and entertaining narrative, feeling more like a docudrama. While it effectively portrays YSR's characterization, Jagan's scenes lack impact, and the movie fails to hit hard with powerful dialogues and assembly scenes. Overall, Yatra 2 serves as a recap of events leading to Jagan's rise to power, intending to remind people of the injustices he faced, but could have been more compelling as a movie.
"Yatra 2" depicts the political journey of YS Jagan Mohan Reddy following his father's death, focusing on his struggles and obstacles in becoming Andhra Pradesh's chief minister. The film features impressive performances by Jiiva, Mammootty, and Suzanne Bernert, with notable technical excellence in music and cinematography. Director Mahi V Raghav skillfully blends actual events and imaginative sequences to craft a politically charged drama, making it a motivational film for some and a polarizing political film for others.
The trailer for the much-anticipated sequel "Yatra 2" has been released, depicting the turbulent Andhra Pradesh politics following the late former Chief Minister YS Rajasekhar Reddy's demise. The film features Mammootty as YSR and Jiiva as YS Jagan, with a compelling dialogue by Jiiva at the end, echoing YSR's trademark phrase. Directed by Mahi V Raghav, the film is set to release this month and also stars Sachin Khedkar, Mahesh Manjrekar, and Subhalekha Sudhakar in crucial roles.
"Kannur Squad" is a Malayalam police thriller starring Mammootty as part of a police squad in Kerala. Directed by Roby Varghese Raj, the film strikes a balance between heroism and grounded storytelling. The plot follows Mammootty and his team as they try to catch criminals responsible for a brutal attack on a wealthy businessman's family. The film stays engaging throughout its 160-minute runtime, with moments of violence and an exploration of the human element in tragedy. While the script could have been longer to provide more clarity, the film effectively portrays the challenges faced by these brave men and their lack of recognition. The absence of women characters is accounted for in the narrative. Overall, "Kannur Squad" is an honest portrayal of a police squad's efforts with limited resources.