Last updated: 8 May 2026


Malayalam · Comedy, Family
2h 26m · 27 Apr 2012
Writer: Lal
Ratings
Our Rating
1.25
Cobra is a Malayalam action thriller revolving around the life of a mysterious and skilled protagonist played by Mammootty. The story unfolds as the hero takes on a dangerous mission involving crime syndicates and personal vendettas. The narrative explores themes of justice, revenge, and redemption, with twists that aim to keep the audience engaged throughout.
Cobra attempts to blend action and thriller elements with a character-driven storyline. The content is centered on Mammootty's strong screen presence, which carries much of the film's weight. The screenplay, however, suffers from uneven pacing, with the first half setting up the premise effectively but dragging in parts due to excessive exposition.
The second half picks up momentum with more intense sequences and confrontations, though some plot points feel predictable and lack depth. The film's songs and music are minimal and do not leave a lasting impact, while the background score supports the tense moments adequately but does not stand out as a highlight.
Overall, Cobra delivers a mixed experience with moments of engagement but is held back by a screenplay that could have been tighter and more focused on narrative coherence.
Mammootty: Strong and commanding, Mammootty brings gravitas to the lead role, effectively portraying the intensity and complexity of his character.
Lal: Provides solid support with a convincing portrayal of a key character, adding depth to the narrative.
Padmapriya Janakiraman: Delivers a competent performance, though her role is somewhat underwritten.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Lal's direction shows moments of promise, particularly in handling action scenes and character intensity, but the overall narrative suffers from inconsistent pacing and lack of tighter screenplay control.
| Source | Rating |
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| 2.75 / 5 | |
| 2.50 / 5 |
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 30% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics generally praised Mammootty's performance and the film's action sequences but pointed out flaws in the screenplay and pacing. The movie received mixed reviews, with some appreciating the thriller elements while others found it lacking in narrative depth.
Final Box-Office Result
Cobra released on 27 April 2012 (2012).
Cobra is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Cobra is available on provider-27, YouTube, Google Play, YouTube, MX Player. OTT date will be updated soon.
Cobra directed by Lal. Produced by Anto Joseph.
Cobra stars Mammootty, Lal, Padmapriya Janakiraman, Kaniha, Lalu Alex.
Tollybo rates Cobra 1.25/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Cobra — Genre: Comedy, Family, Runtime: 146 minutes, Language: Malayalam.