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Pookkaalam

  • 2023
  • 2h 17m
IMDb RATING
7.3/10
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Vijayaraghavan, K.P.A.C. Leela, Syam Satya, Abu Salim, Johny Antony, Vineeth Sreenivasan, and Basil Joseph in Pookkaalam (2023)
Oficial trailer of 'Pookkaalam' starring Vijayaraghavan, KPAC Leela, Vineeth Sreenivasan, Basil Joseph and others in lead roles. Written and Directed by Ganesh Raj. Music composed by Sachin Warrier.
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A nearly 100 year old man decides to divorce his nearly 100 year old wife after finding a secret love letter of hers from nearly 60 years ago.A nearly 100 year old man decides to divorce his nearly 100 year old wife after finding a secret love letter of hers from nearly 60 years ago.A nearly 100 year old man decides to divorce his nearly 100 year old wife after finding a secret love letter of hers from nearly 60 years ago.

  • Director
    • Ganesh Raj
  • Writer
    • Ganesh Raj
  • Stars
    • Vijayaraghavan
    • K.P.A.C. Leela
    • Basil Joseph
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.3/10
    3K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Ganesh Raj
    • Writer
      • Ganesh Raj
    • Stars
      • Vijayaraghavan
      • K.P.A.C. Leela
      • Basil Joseph
    • 15User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 5 wins & 2 nominations total

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    Vijayaraghavan
    Vijayaraghavan
    • Ittoop
    K.P.A.C. Leela
    K.P.A.C. Leela
    • Kochuthresiamma
    Basil Joseph
    Basil Joseph
    • Jikkumon
    Ganga Meera
    Ganga Meera
    • Elsamma
    Abu Salim
    Abu Salim
    • Venu
    Annu Antony
    Annu Antony
    • Elsi
    Arun Kurian
    Arun Kurian
    • Susheel
    Arun Ajikumar
    • Guinness
    V. Suresh Thampanoor
    V. Suresh Thampanoor
    • Xavier
    • (as Aristo Suresh)
    Sarath Sabha
    Sarath Sabha
    • Fr. Gabriel
    Navya Das
    • Donna
    Amal Raj
    • Michel
    Radha Gomati
    Radha Gomati
    • Rosamma
    Kamal Raj
    • Angelo
    Kavya Das
    • Dincy
    Suhasini
    Suhasini
    • Clara John
    Sarasa Balussery
    Sarasa Balussery
    Astle
    • Mathai
    • (as Astle Geogy)
    • Director
      • Ganesh Raj
    • Writer
      • Ganesh Raj
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    User reviews15

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    10peppermedia-91617

    Excellent Craft

    Pookkalam is a movie that is all about the intricate relationships and bonds within a family. It has very beautifully portrayed old age love,through the role of Ittoop and Ichaama played by Vijayaraghavan and KPAC Leela. The make up Ronex Xavier demands special recognition,without which the characters wouldn't have been this authentic. The DOP by Anand C Chandran is immaculate and Midhun Murali's editing is seamless. The other major characters are played by Vineeth Sreenivasan,Basil Joseph and Johny antony. They have performed such hilarious performances. It was really nice to see Abu Salim in such a different character. The role of his wife,done by Ganga meera was also nice. Annu antony and Arun Kumar extended vibrancy and energy to their characters. All the newcomers did a commendable job. Jagadeesh also acted in a very notable role. The music by Sachin Warrier is another highlight of the movie. The colour grading by Bilal Rashid is on point ,I need to say! The visuals perfectly encapsulated the emotions of the movie. All in all brilliant execution by Ganesh Raj,the writer come director. Congratulation to Vinod shornur and Thomas thiruvalla for producing such a sweet movie. Rafi Kannadiparba needs to be appreciated for his brilliant costume sense,all the colour's selected were so soothing to eyes. The lyrics by Kaithapram and rafeeq Ahmed conveyed a lot. Cheers to entire team .
    9sujiparathattil

    A must watch, feel good, acting oriented film

    I am sharing my experience.

    I saw a youtube short video, which Actor vijayaraghavan dubbing clip...It was really touching

    Coming to film; Casting was exceptional. Especially Vijayaraghavan,KAPSC Leela. Both deserve award for their acting... Simple story,but have a strong ground for family feelings.. Hatsoff to director. Had great stuff. He really deserves a big salute, in certain emotional scenes, he really controlled the actors not to go beyond the expression.

    Both Vijayaraghavan & Leela, their body language (as old age people) was awsome in all scenes.

    I think there was one song in this film.....but we didn't find that song anywhere

    Actually its a very good film.....highly recommended for all film lovers.
    9rafeel-73004

    Enjoyable family entertainer.

    Pookkaalam is a heartwarming film directed by Ganesh Raj. It revolves around Ittoop, a nonagenarian man portrayed by Vijayaraghavan, who discovers that his entire life has been built on lies. This revelation deeply affects his relationship with his wife, Kochuthresia, played by KPAC Leela. The movie takes place during a betrothal function, creating a lively atmosphere with amusing interactions and joyful chaos.

    The cast includes notable actors such as Basil Joseph, Vineeth Sreenivasan, Arun Kurian, and Annu Antony, who add depth to the story. Pookkaalam explores themes of family, secrets, and the impact of past events on relationships. It beautifully balances serious and comedic elements, making it a heartfelt and enjoyable family entertainer.
    10vvrameshk

    Combination of fun and facts of life. Amazing actors.

    Feel good factor movie. Award winning performances by Vijayaraghavan, KPAC Leela. Super performance by Basil and Vineeth.

    Ganesh Raj made life a celebration movie, though serious life realities are handled wonderfully. Laughed a lot with so many humerous situations and sat glued until the end with turn of events which are knitted well.

    Humer, excitement, suspense, realities and handling such a story of 90+ is not common in infian cinemas. But Ganesh gave full justice to the story line, ditection and beautiful photography. One of the rare such movies ever watched.

    Hats off to the Team Pookkalam!
    7GypsyS-3

    Simple movie well done

    Pookaalam is a simple movie done by vijayaragavan who's legend actor in mollywood industry.such a amazing actor he was.what a vercitility.and ganesh was the director he was the assistant director of Vineeth sreenivasan once.simple subject and basic story of this film is takes the audience with its flow through its beautiful script , outstanding performance of the cast and a good morale story line which is carefully treaded. The movie takes you through a ride of emotions and absorbs you into their family. Kudos to all the actors their performance was top notch. The performance given by vijayaraghavn and KPAC Leela was outstanding and i am sure they will get the Highest honours. It's been so long since I heard audience giving film. There we see the magic,the depth of his talent. He was just living. Both of them I must say. The fingers,eyes,the way they speak,walk, even the teeny tiny movements were just top notch. Plot was beautiful,climax was excellent, emotional and thoughtful, direction was outstanding. Loved the whole movie. A must watch🔥

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      Written by Kaithapram D. Nampoothiri

      Music by Sachin Warrier

      Performed by Sachin Warrier

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    • Release date
      • April 8, 2023 (India)
    • Country of origin
      • India
    • Language
      • Malayalam
    • Also known as
      • Pookalam
    • Production company
      • Thomas Thiruvalla Films
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      • $55,433
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    • Runtime
      • 2h 17m(137 min)
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