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Malayalam · Comedy, Romance
2h 2m · 12 Oct 2007
DOP: Alagappan N | Writer: Sethu, Sachy
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
Chocolate is a Malayalam romantic comedy that revolves around the lives of a group of college students and their relationships. The story primarily focuses on the love story between the lead characters played by Prithviraj Sukumaran and Roma Asrani, intertwined with elements of friendship, rivalry, and youthful exuberance. The narrative explores themes of love, misunderstandings, and reconciliation, set against a vibrant college backdrop.
Chocolate offers a light-hearted and entertaining viewing experience with its engaging storyline centered on youthful romance and camaraderie. The screenplay is straightforward, blending comedy and drama effectively, though it occasionally leans on predictable tropes common in campus-based films.
The pacing is generally brisk, with the first half focusing on character introductions and setting up the romantic angle, while the second half intensifies the conflicts and emotional stakes, leading to a satisfying resolution. The film maintains a good rhythm without dragging, keeping the audience invested.
Musically, the film features melodious songs that complement the youthful vibe, though the absence of a credited music director limits the impact of the soundtrack. The background score supports the narrative adequately, enhancing emotional moments without overpowering scenes.
Overall, Chocolate succeeds as a feel-good entertainer with decent performances, a simple yet effective plot, and a pleasant musical backdrop, making it a memorable watch for fans of the genre.
Prithviraj Sukumaran: Charismatic and convincing as the lead, delivering a natural portrayal of a college youth.
Roma Asrani: Fresh and appealing, effectively capturing the innocence and charm of her character.
Jayasurya: Provides solid support with a balanced mix of humor and emotion.
Samvrutha Sunil: Delivers a competent performance, adding depth to the supporting cast.
Remya Nambeesan: Energetic and engaging in her role, contributing to the film's lively atmosphere.
Saiju Kurup: Adequate in a supporting role, complementing the ensemble.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Shafi delivers a commercially viable campus entertainer with a focus on youthful romance and friendship. His direction keeps the narrative light and engaging, though it does not venture into new thematic territory. The writing supports the film's tone well, balancing humor and emotion suitably for the target audience.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 30% |
| Negative | 10% |
Critics generally appreciated Chocolate for its entertaining and youthful narrative, praising the performances of the lead actors and the film's engaging screenplay. However, some noted the predictability of the plot and the lack of a standout musical score as minor drawbacks. The film was seen as a decent commercial entertainer within the Malayalam film space.
Final Box-Office Result
Chocolate released on 12 October 2007 (2007).
Chocolate is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
Chocolate is available on YouTube. OTT date will be updated soon.
Chocolate directed by Shafi. Produced by P. K. Muraleedharan.
Chocolate stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, Roma Asrani, Jayasurya, Samvrutha Sunil, Remya Nambeesan.
Tollybo rates Chocolate 2.75/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
Chocolate — Genre: Comedy, Romance, Runtime: 122 minutes, Language: Malayalam.