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Celebration of Friendship
Malayalam · Comedy
2h 11m · 11 May 2018
Music: Sandeep Mohan, Ashwin Sivadas | DOP: Sudheer Surendran, Karthick Nallamuthu | Writer: Joshy Thomas Pallickal
Ratings
Our Rating
1.25
Naam is a Malayalam drama centered around the lives of a group of friends and their struggles with love, ambition, and personal growth. The narrative explores their intertwined relationships and the challenges they face in balancing dreams with reality. The story delves into themes of friendship, heartbreak, and self-discovery, set against a backdrop of contemporary Kerala.
Naam presents a heartfelt story that resonates with the youth, focusing on relatable characters and their emotional journeys. The screenplay is straightforward, capturing the essence of friendship and love without unnecessary complexity. The pacing in the first half is steady, establishing characters and their motivations effectively, while the second half intensifies the emotional stakes, though at times it tends to drag slightly.
The film's music, composed by Sandeep Mohan and Ashwin Sivadas, complements the narrative well, with songs that blend seamlessly into the story and enhance key moments. The background score is subtle yet impactful, supporting the mood without overwhelming the scenes. Cinematography by Sudheer Surendran and Karthick Nallamuthu captures the scenic locales and intimate moments with clarity, adding to the film's overall appeal.
While the film succeeds in delivering an earnest portrayal of youth and relationships, it occasionally falls into predictable tropes. However, the earnest performances and relatable themes help maintain audience engagement throughout. The songs are melodious and situational, contributing positively to the film's emotional texture.
Shabareesh Varma: Natural and convincing portrayal of a young man navigating friendship and love.
Rahul Madhav: Strong emotional depth, effectively conveying inner conflicts.
Gayathri Suresh: Graceful and expressive, adding charm to the romantic subplot.
Mareena Michael: Energetic and engaging, bringing freshness to her role.
Madan Mohan: Solid supporting role with nuanced expressions.
Aditi Ravi: Good screen presence with a subtle performance.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Joshy Thomas Pallickal directs with sincerity, focusing on emotional authenticity and character-driven storytelling. The writing is simple and clear, though it occasionally leans on familiar tropes, but the direction manages to keep the narrative engaging through performances and music.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics appreciated the film's earnest approach to youth-centric themes and the performances of the lead actors. The music and cinematography were highlighted as key strengths. However, some reviews pointed out the predictability of the plot and uneven pacing in the latter half as drawbacks.
Final Box-Office Result
Naam released on 11 May 2018 (2018).
Naam is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Naam is available on Prime Video. OTT date will be updated soon.
Naam directed by Joshy Thomas Pallickal. Produced by Joshy Thomas Pallickal.
Naam stars Shabareesh Varma, Rahul Madhav, Gayathri Suresh, Mareena Michael, Madan Mohan.
Tollybo rates Naam 1.25/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Naam composed by Sandeep Mohan, Ashwin Sivadas.
Naam — Genre: Comedy, Runtime: 131 minutes, Language: Malayalam.