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United States of adipolica
Malayalam · Comedy
2h 34m · 29 Aug 2014
Music: Navin | DOP: Arvind Krishna | Writer: Arun Vaidyanathan
Ratings
Our Rating
1.5
Peruchazhi is a political satire centered around Jagannathan, a former political leader who returns to Kerala from the US to contest in the state elections. The film explores his unconventional methods and humorous take on the corrupt political system. Through a series of comedic and dramatic events, the story highlights the absurdities of politics while delivering a message about integrity and change.
Peruchazhi offers a blend of political satire and comedy, leveraging Mohanlal's charismatic presence to deliver a light-hearted yet pointed critique of Kerala's political landscape. The screenplay is crafted to balance humor with social commentary, though the pacing tends to slow down in the second half, affecting the overall engagement. The first half is more vibrant and entertaining, packed with witty dialogues and situational comedy that keeps the audience hooked.
The second half, while continuing the narrative, loses some momentum with stretched sequences and predictable plot developments. The songs composed by Navin are situational and complement the mood of the film without being overly intrusive. The background score effectively underscores the comedic and dramatic moments, enhancing the viewing experience. Cinematography by Arvind Krishna captures the scenic locales well, adding to the film's visual appeal.
Overall, Peruchazhi succeeds as a political satire with a commercial touch, though it could have benefited from tighter editing and a more consistent narrative pace in the latter part.
Mohanlal: Charismatic and engaging, Mohanlal carries the film with his comic timing and screen presence.
Mukesh: Provides solid support with a natural and convincing portrayal.
Vijay Babu: Delivers a competent performance, fitting well within the ensemble.
Ragini Nandwani: Offers a fresh presence with a restrained and pleasant performance.
Aju Varghese: Adds comic relief with his usual flair.
Baburaj: Effective in a negative role, bringing intensity to the character.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Arun Vaidyanathan directs with a clear vision to blend comedy and political satire. While the film succeeds in delivering humor and social commentary, the narrative could have been tighter, especially in the latter half. The direction ensures the film remains entertaining without becoming preachy.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics appreciated Mohanlal's performance and the film's attempt at political satire, though many noted the uneven pacing and predictable storyline. The humor and dialogues were generally well received, but the second half was seen as a letdown compared to the energetic first half.
Final Box-Office Result
Peruchazhi released on 29 August 2014 (2014).
Peruchazhi is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Peruchazhi OTT release date not announced yet.
Peruchazhi directed by Arun Vaidyanathan. Produced by Sandra Thomas, Vijay Babu.
Peruchazhi stars Mohanlal, Mukesh, Vijay Babu, Ragini Nandwani, Aju Varghese.
Tollybo rates Peruchazhi 1.5/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Peruchazhi composed by Navin.
Peruchazhi — Genre: Comedy, Runtime: 154 minutes, Language: Malayalam.
