Anuraga Karikkin Vellam

Anuraga Karikkin Vellam (2016)

A family in which there is a breadwinner, the father, Biju Menon , then an unemployed son, Asif Ali, home maker mother, Asha Sharath and a teen daughter is there. The routine of their family continues until father spots his ex lover. He tries to get her contact and accidentally gets his son''s girlfriend''s number. The girlfriend of Asif Ali intentionally gives the number so that she could avenge the break up Asif had with her. This happens in front of Asif Ali hence he knows that his father is frequently talking with her misunderstanding her to be his ex girlfriend. Finally the father changes his indifferent and routines in favour of his wife Asha Sharath. Thus in the end, they, Biju Menon and Asif Ali rush to let the son confess his love for her but by then she marries another person and while returning Biju Menon spots his ex lover again and they start chasing her but she turns out to be a stranger.

Anuraga Karikkin Vellam (2016)

A family in which there is a breadwinner, the father, Biju Menon , then an unemployed son, Asif Ali, home maker mother, Asha Sharath and a teen daughter is there. The routine of their family continues until father spots his ex lover. He tries to get her contact and accidentally gets his son''s girlfriend''s number. The girlfriend of Asif Ali intentionally gives the number so that she could avenge the break up Asif had with her. This happens in front of Asif Ali hence he knows that his father is frequently talking with her misunderstanding her to be his ex girlfriend. Finally the father changes his indifferent and routines in favour of his wife Asha Sharath. Thus in the end, they, Biju Menon and Asif Ali rush to let the son confess his love for her but by then she marries another person and while returning Biju Menon spots his ex lover again and they start chasing her but she turns out to be a stranger.

Khalid Rahman is a fairly new name in the Malayalam cinema scene, but the way he has concocted his debut feature - a feel-good family drama - is an indication that the industry still has hope.

Raghu (Menon) is a no-nonsense cop who lives with his wife Suma (Sarath) and two children, Abhi (Ali) and his kid sister, in an upper middle-class house. Even though he is a great policeman, his behavior towards his family members, especially his wife, is entirely dominant. Suma, a disciplined homemaker, fears Raghu and takes care of him and caters to all his needs in the best way possible, while Raghu, to his discredit, neither pays attention to her needs nor appreciates her role in his life. Abhi's adolescent life is a story arc where he is trying to get rid of Eli (Vijayan), a girl whom he previously desired and successfully executed a one-time fling with. This forms the base of the story which moves on to narrate the family drama from chiefly Raghu and Abhi's perspectives. Things take a turn for good when Raghu one day sees his childhood sweetheart in the city.

Anuraga Karikkin Vellam succeeds in showcasing an average patriarchal family in Kerala. It marvelously depicts the characters involved and speaks volumes about their struggles and thoughts as they live life. Raghu is the husband next door who should be thankful to his family, but is instead worked up with his profession and a past episode of romance. Abhi is a relatable character who is unable to express to Eli about his inability to continue his relationship due to lack of or subdued interest. One can definitely relate to at least one of the characters in the story, which is why it will delight you. Use of humor and other story arcs involving Sreenath Bhasi and current king of comedy Soubin Shahir will further increase the delight one will reap from the narrative.

Naveen Bhaskar has taken a contemporary, non-novel foundation and etched a family drama into it where the primary element is chance. It is by chance that Raghu sees his sweetheart, which is what is the backbone of the film. Relationships are hard to maintain, and factors like profession, passion, and fleeting romance can affect them. It is up to the person to take pride and pleasure in small things. Of course, this preachiness is not conspicuous in the film; it's a highly entertaining comedy drama with a well-written and well-executed story.

Biju Menon is terrific in his character and has successfully landed in my list of best Malayalam actors of the 2010s decade. His command over his character is absolutely fantastic, and with that he creates an aura on-screen. Another actor speedily trying to enter my top actors' list is Asha Sarath. She is glamorous, flawless, and gracious with her character. Ali and other supporting roles are fine, too. Also stealing the limelight is newcomer Rajisha Vijayan with her explosive portrayal of a girlfriend. She nails it, really.

With a perfect background score and energetic tracks, the film is a total entertainer. This is only the second Malayalam film I watched with my parents and the experience was amazing. One of the best films of 2016 so far, just behind the brilliant Maheshinte Prathikaaram.

BOTTOM LINE: Khalid Rahman's Anuraga Karikkin Vellam is a well- cooked dish that is palatable for all. Worth the theater ticket price.

Can be watched with a typical Indian family? YES

A surprisingly very good look at a middle class family's trials, mostly on matters of the heart between the older couple and the younger one. A no nonsense and sensible take on old/young relationships and the trials and temptations that throw themselves into our paths. Biju Menon, Asha Sharath and even Asif Ali were pretty good, but the newcomer Rejisha Vijayan steals the show here.

This is a simple feel good entertainer. This is the directors first film and flaws as it being his first one are evident throughout the movie. Still, the film has its moments, moments that make us look back to our own life, the relationships that we've been through and our hopes with it. The film is pretty good in that regard.

It's a brave attempt from Biju Menon, to play the role of father to an engineering graduate. There are clichéd moments, like Asif Ali going back to his ex-girlfriend's home on pre wedding night, just like Honeybee, isn't it?

This is not a kind of film that we can analyze the plot and say this would have been better if it was like that or so, rather its a plain and simple movie, an ordinary movie.

A watchable once movie, still that brings some smile on your face.

Anuraga Karikkin Vellam is a Fun filled Romantic Cat and mosr Roamntic Comedy entertainer.

Asif Ikka, and biju menon are awesome,Amazing and Funny to watch their Delightful and Their comedian performances. Both are My favourite pairs Asif ikka and Biju menon Both are My favourite comedy stars Dad Biju menon and son Asif ikka Bonding and chemistry is Touching,love heart throb in its Performances.

Rejiisha Vijayan is outstanding,Amazing and Fantastic performance she Was Picture perfect And that is her poer,elegance her style and shealso got a state award for her best character role and best actress She deserves a State award and her character role she desreves an Appaluse for her Career best performance in Anuraga Karikkin Vellam Movie She is Shining star rejisha vijayan s first debut movie.

Soubin ikka and sreenath bhasi are Amazing and fun with their comedies and funny dialouges too watch out for with theie great performances too.

Asif ali s and Rejisha Vijayan s Combo Scenes are Powerful,Strong,Romantic and Amazing to watch out for love this pair Rajisha Asif combo- Super and Amazing.

Verdict-A Fun Filled comedy entertainer of Cat and mouse game for a Girl Need and love.

Enjoyed a lot.