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Mayavanam

  • 2024
  • 1h 43m
IMDb RATING
1.7/10
290
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Shaju K.S., Akhila Anoki, Arun Cherukavil, Jaffer Idukki, Senthil Krishna, Alencier Ley Lopez, and Sudhi Koppa in Mayavanam (2024)
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Four medical school friends hike into remote backcountry, hoping for adventure, but soon find themselves in a desperate fight for survival, encountering one crisis after another.Four medical school friends hike into remote backcountry, hoping for adventure, but soon find themselves in a desperate fight for survival, encountering one crisis after another.Four medical school friends hike into remote backcountry, hoping for adventure, but soon find themselves in a desperate fight for survival, encountering one crisis after another.

  • Director
    • Jagathlal Chandrashekharan
  • Writer
    • Jagathlal Chandrashekharan
  • Stars
    • Akhila Anoki
    • Arun Cherukavil
    • Jaffer Idukki
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  • IMDb RATING
    1.7/10
    290
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Jagathlal Chandrashekharan
    • Writer
      • Jagathlal Chandrashekharan
    • Stars
      • Akhila Anoki
      • Arun Cherukavil
      • Jaffer Idukki
    • 57User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Akhila Anoki
    Arun Cherukavil
    Arun Cherukavil
    Jaffer Idukki
    Jaffer Idukki
    • Karuppayya
    Shaju K.S.
    Shaju K.S.
    • S.I Madanan
    Sudhi Koppa
    Sudhi Koppa
    • Kuttayi
    Senthil Krishna
    Senthil Krishna
    • Mayanna
    Alencier Ley Lopez
    Alencier Ley Lopez
    • Thambayya
    Sreekanth Murali
    • Sabu madathara
    Riyas Narmakala
    Riyas Narmakala
    Amina Nijam
    Amina Nijam
    • Lakshmi
    Kalesh Ramanand
    Kalesh Ramanand
    Aditya Sai
    • Shankar Mahadevan
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    • Director
      • Jagathlal Chandrashekharan
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      • Jagathlal Chandrashekharan
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    9dhanam-31606

    Nice to watch

    Yesterday one of my friend sent me a prime video link of a movie. He told it is something different. I have seen mayavanam in that link. Yes it is something different related drug business among student's communities. It is an excellent movie with good intentions to spread the message against drug abuse. Well scripted with energetic direction. Cinematography, editing, fight sequences, soundtracks all are well integrated. The lead roles are done by new faces, but they all performed awesome levels. Old generation actors like jaffar Idukki, allensier and Sreekanth murali all have done wonderful jobs. It is a small beautiful movie. The terminal scenes could have little more clarity regarding the concept of hallucination. But it doesn't touch the stem of story line. Such different kinds of make ups should come out as opportunities for new talents. Congratulations for entire team behind this work.
    10akshaypm-30281

    Good movie

    Mayavanam is a tense and captivating thriller that plunges viewers into the unpredictable and unforgiving wilderness of the backcountry. Directed by Jagathlal Chandrashekharan, the film follows the journey of four medical school friends who set out on a seemingly innocent hike, only to find themselves entangled in a relentless struggle for survival.

    The story unfolds with an air of mounting dread as the group faces one crisis after another. From the moment they step into the remote forest, it becomes clear that their adventure will be anything but routine. The plot skillfully balances moments of calm with sudden bursts of danger, keeping the audience on edge throughout.

    The performances are strong across the board, with each actor convincingly portraying the fear and desperation of their characters.. The camaraderie and tension among the friends are palpable, adding depth to their individual and collective struggles.

    Visually, Mayavanam makes excellent use of its natural setting. The cinematography captures the beauty and peril of the backcountry, with sweeping shots of the dense forest juxtaposed against the claustrophobic feel of being lost and hunted. The sound design is equally effective, with the eerie silence of the woods broken only by the sounds of the friends' frantic movements and the ominous threats lurking in the shadows.

    The film's pacing is relentless, with each new challenge forcing the characters to confront their limits-both physical and psychological. While Mayavanam does follow some familiar survival thriller tropes, it does so with a fresh and engaging approach that makes the story feel both original and immediate.

    Overall, Mayavanam is a gripping thriller that masterfully combines strong character dynamics with the raw tension of survival in the wild. It's a must-watch for fans of the genre and anyone looking for a film that will keep them on the edge of their seat.

    Mayavanam is a well-executed thriller that delivers on both suspense and character depth, making it a standout in its genre.
    9deepthiedappal

    THRILLING MOVIE

    After a long time I have seen a good and thrilling movie "MAYAVANAM". The visualisation is amazing. While watching the film, I felt myself in a dense forest. The imagination of the script writer is really superb and he deserves a big salute.

    The movie illustrates the story of four medical students. It is a crime thriller that expertly weaves suspense, intrigue and unexpected twists into a compelling narrative.

    The movie reveals the psycho social disturbance and disaster of drug business and it's use. The film gives a strong message to public against drug use and abuse.

    The film makes excellent use of natural setting. The cinematography captures the beauty and peril of the back country, with sweeping shots of the dense forest juxtaposed against the claustrophobic feel of being lost and hunted.

    MAYAVANAM is worth for watching.
    9yedu-25924

    Amazing experience !!

    MAYAVANAM is a young energy movie which tells the story of 4 medical students. It's a gripping crime thriller that expertly weaves suspense, intrigue, and unexpected twists into a compelling narrative. Directed by Dr jagathlal , this film takes viewers on a dark journey through the underbelly of a seemingly quiet forest.

    Jagathlal's direction is nothing short of masterful. He creates a tense atmosphere that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats from start to finish. The film's pacing is meticulous, gradually building suspense and ensuring that each revelation lands with maximum impact.

    The main roles are wonderfully played by 4 new comers. But parallel characters are done masters of Malayalam film industry. Alenzier ,jaffer Idukki ,sreekanth Murali, senthil krishna, sudi coppa ....all are performing with electric punch.

    Music scores are done by the director himself. A blend of Indian ethnic and western feels are beautifully loomed to create a modern tribal melody. Many scenes are uplifted to celestial planes with his genius work.

    The cinematography of jomon made this movie a dreamy experience because the central theme is based hallucinations of medicoz. Editor Samjith Mohammed deserves special appreciation for his electrifying cuts which maintain kinetic but meaningful drift through out. The forest area they selected is awesome with deep wild greenery. Mohandas the art director of lucifer and 2018 had designed the production with superlative craft man ship. The film carries a strong message against drug abuse in students world. The director is using hallucinations of these students to speak about the hell of drug industry and its social disasters. 1 hour 40 minutes movie is worthwhile watching. Let more beautiful movies come out from Dr Jagathlal and his crew.
    1InfamousA

    The absolute worst Movie of 2024!!

    This is not a movie but a series of meaningless, illogical scenes merged together to make a random 2+ hour random video clip that should not even be allowed to be uploaded on Youtube let alone play in a theater. All the 10 star and postive reviews are obviously fake its pathetic! Nobody with half a brain would rate this movie anything more than one star.

    To begin with the plot is abysmal, the actors are random kids with absolutely no telent in acting.

    To the actor and the director of the movie find something else with your free time-dont even attempt to make another film. Yoy guys are talentless.

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    • Release date
      • January 19, 2024 (India)
    • Country of origin
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    • Language
      • Malayalam
    • Filming locations
      • Kerala, India(Vagamon)
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      • Saisoorya Films
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