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Last updated: 8 May 2026

Lokpal (2013) Review

Directed by Joshiy, Lokpal (2013) is a Malayalam thriller film starring Mohanlal, Kavya Madhavan, Meera Nandan. Chef Nandagopal (Mohanlal), while publicly known as the chef of the popular Nandu's Food Court, is also 'Lokpal' (Peoples' Protector), who fights corruption. The film does a flashback to Nandagopal's backstory which involves "attempted murder, a juvenile home and unrequited love Our Rating: 0.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER. Released: 31 Jan 2013. Runtime: 2h 15m.

Lokpal
DISASTER

Lokpal(2013)

Follow him not follow his word...

Malayalam · Thriller

2h 15m · 31 Jan 2013

Writer: S. N. Swamy

CrimeDramaThriller

Ratings

IMDbIMDb3.1
LetterboxdLetterboxd2.5
Metacritic UserMetacritic User0
TMDBTMDB17
TraktTrakt23

Our Rating

0.75

📖 Story

Lokpal follows the story of a righteous and honest police officer who takes on the corrupt system to bring justice. The narrative revolves around his fight against powerful political and criminal elements, highlighting themes of integrity, justice, and the challenges faced by honest officers in a corrupt environment.

🔍 Analysis

Lokpal attempts to blend action and social commentary, focusing on the protagonist's crusade against corruption. The screenplay is straightforward but tends to rely heavily on typical action tropes, which somewhat dilutes the impact of the core message. The pacing in the first half is steady, setting up the characters and conflict, but the second half suffers from predictability and a lack of narrative depth.

The film's music and background score are functional but unremarkable, failing to leave a lasting impression or elevate the dramatic moments. The absence of memorable songs or a strong musical identity is noticeable, especially given the film's serious tone. Cinematography and technical aspects are competent but do not stand out.

Overall, Lokpal is a decent entertainer for fans of Mohanlal and action dramas but falls short of being a compelling or innovative film in the genre. The film's strengths lie in its lead performance and its attempt to address social issues, while its weaknesses include a formulaic screenplay and uninspired technical execution.

🎭 Performances

Mohanlal: Strong and commanding presence as the honest police officer, carrying the film with his charisma.

Kavya Madhavan: Adequate, with limited scope in a supporting role.

Meera Nandan: Decent performance but overshadowed by the lead.

💪 Strengths & Weaknesses

✅

Strengths

  • ✓Mohanlal's powerful performance
  • ✓Relevant social theme on corruption
  • ✓Steady pacing in the first half
❌

Weaknesses

  • ✕Predictable and formulaic screenplay
  • ✕Lackluster music and background score
  • ✕Second half loses narrative momentum

🎬 Direction & Writing

Joshiy delivers a competent but conventional direction, sticking to tried-and-tested formulas without much innovation. The writing is straightforward but lacks subtlety and depth, resulting in a film that feels familiar and somewhat uninspired.

📰 Critic Reviews

No critic reviews found yet.

📰 Ratings Sources

SourceRating
IMDbIMDb
3.1
LetterboxdLetterboxd
2.5
Metacritic UserMetacritic User
0
TMDBTMDB
17
TraktTrakt
23

Our Rating

0.75/5
★★★★★★

💰 Box Office Collection

No collection data available yet.

🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards

No centers data available.

No awards data available.

😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics

TypeValue
Positive40%
Neutral35%
Negative25%

Critics

Critics appreciated Mohanlal's performance and the film's attempt to tackle corruption but criticized the predictable screenplay and lack of engaging music. The film was seen as a routine action drama that did not fully capitalize on its potential.

Final Box-Office Result

DISASTER

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

When did Lokpal release in theatres?▾

Lokpal released on 31 January 2013 (2013).

Is Lokpal a hit or flop?▾

Lokpal is declared a DISASTER at the box office.

Where to watch Lokpal online? OTT release date?▾

Lokpal OTT release date not announced yet.

Who directed Lokpal?▾

Lokpal directed by Joshiy. Produced by Ruby Vijayan, S. L. Vimal Kumar.

Who are the main cast members of Lokpal?▾

Lokpal stars Mohanlal, Kavya Madhavan, Meera Nandan, Manoj K Jayan, Thambi Ramaiah.

What is the Tollybo rating for Lokpal?▾

Tollybo rates Lokpal 0.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.

What is the genre and runtime of Lokpal?▾

Lokpal — Genre: Thriller, Runtime: 135 minutes, Language: Malayalam.

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