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Malayalam · Comedy, Drama
2h 16m · 21 Dec 2008
DOP: Alagappan N | Writer: Benny P. Nayarambalam
Ratings
Our Rating
2
Lollipop is a Malayalam romantic comedy revolving around the lives of three close friends and their romantic escapades. The film explores themes of friendship, love, and misunderstandings, set against a youthful backdrop. The narrative weaves through their personal and romantic challenges, leading to humorous and emotional moments that highlight the bonds they share.
Lollipop offers a light-hearted and entertaining story that caters primarily to the youth audience. The screenplay maintains a breezy tone with a mix of comedy and romance, though it occasionally suffers from predictability and clichéd sequences. The pacing is uneven; the first half is engaging with a good balance of humor and character development, while the second half tends to drag with repetitive conflicts and a slower narrative progression.
The film's music and songs, though not credited to a specific music director here, complement the youthful vibe and add to the film's charm. The background score supports the comedic and romantic moments effectively, enhancing the overall viewing experience. Cinematography by Alagappan N captures the vibrant settings well, adding visual appeal.
Overall, Lollipop is a decent entertainer with moments of fun and emotional warmth, though it lacks depth and innovation in storytelling. It appeals mainly to fans of light romantic comedies and those who enjoy star-driven Malayalam cinema from the late 2000s.
Prithviraj Sukumaran: Charismatic and natural, effectively portraying the romantic lead with charm.
Roma Asrani: Sweet and engaging, fitting well into the youthful romantic narrative.
Jayasurya: Provides comic relief with timing and expressions, adding to the film's humor.
Bhavana: Supportive role with a graceful presence, complementing the leads.
Kunchacko Boban: Adds depth to the friend group, delivering a balanced performance.
Salim Kumar: Effective in his comedic role, enhancing the lighter moments.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Shafi delivers a commercially viable romantic comedy with a focus on entertainment rather than innovation. His direction keeps the film light and accessible, though it lacks the narrative tightness and freshness that could have elevated the film.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 20% |
Critics generally found Lollipop to be a light entertainer with enjoyable moments but criticized its predictable plot and uneven pacing. The performances, especially by Prithviraj and Jayasurya, were appreciated, while the film's music and cinematography received moderate praise. Overall, it was seen as a decent but forgettable romantic comedy.
Final Box-Office Result
Lollipop released on 21 December 2008 (2008).
Lollipop is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
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Lollipop directed by Shafi. Produced by Anto Joseph, Benny P. Nayarambalam, Shafi.
Lollipop stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, Roma Asrani, Jayasurya, Bhavana, Kunchacko Boban.
Tollybo rates Lollipop 2/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Lollipop — Genre: Comedy, Drama, Runtime: 136 minutes, Language: Malayalam.