Last updated: 8 May 2026


Malayalam · Comedy, Romance
2h 22m · 2 Aug 2019
Music: Gopi Sundar | DOP: Arvind Krishna | Writer: Bibin George, Sasankan Mayyanad
Ratings
Our Rating
1.5
Margamkali revolves around the lives of a group of friends who are passionate about the traditional art form of Margamkali. The story explores their personal and professional struggles, relationships, and the challenges they face while trying to keep their cultural heritage alive. The narrative weaves through moments of humor, drama, and emotional depth, highlighting the importance of friendship and cultural identity.
Margamkali offers a heartfelt portrayal of friendship and tradition, anchored by a story that blends cultural elements with contemporary issues. The screenplay is straightforward, focusing on character interactions and emotional beats, though it occasionally suffers from predictability. The pacing is uneven; the first half establishes the characters and their bonds effectively, while the second half tends to drag with prolonged sequences that could have been trimmed for better engagement.
The film's music by Gopi Sundar complements the narrative well, with songs that resonate with the cultural theme and add emotional layers. The background score supports the mood transitions, enhancing key moments without overpowering the scenes. Cinematography by Arvind Krishna captures the vibrant colors and settings, contributing to the film's aesthetic appeal.
Overall, Margamkali is a decent entertainer with a strong cultural core, but it falls short of being a compelling cinematic experience due to its uneven screenplay and pacing issues.
Bibin George: Delivers a natural and relatable portrayal, effectively conveying the character's emotional journey.
Namitha Pramod: Offers a charming and sincere performance that adds warmth to the narrative.
Shanthi Krishna: Brings depth and maturity, enhancing the film's emotional quotient.
Siddique: Provides a solid supporting role with a commanding presence.
Baiju Santhosh: Contributes effectively to the comedic and lighter moments.
Hareesh Perumanna: Injects humor and energy, balancing the film's dramatic elements.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Sreejith Vijayan directs with a clear focus on cultural representation and emotional storytelling. While the direction captures the essence of the characters and their relationships well, the narrative suffers from pacing issues and a lack of engaging conflict, which affects the overall impact.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics appreciated Margamkali for its cultural theme and performances but noted the film's slow pace and predictable storyline as drawbacks. The music and cinematography were generally praised, while the screenplay and editing received mixed reviews.
Final Box-Office Result
Margamkali released on 2 August 2019 (2019).
Margamkali is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
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Margamkali directed by Sreejith Vijayan. Produced by Listin Stephen, Alwin Antony.
Margamkali stars Bibin George, Namitha Pramod, Shanthi Krishna, Siddique, Baiju Santhosh.
Tollybo rates Margamkali 1.5/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Margamkali composed by Gopi Sundar.
Margamkali — Genre: Comedy, Romance, Runtime: 142 minutes, Language: Malayalam.