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Malayalam · Action
2h 59m · 4 Jul 2001
DOP: Sanjeev Shankar | Writer: Renji Panicker
Ratings
Our Rating
2
Praja revolves around the story of a righteous police officer who takes on the corrupt political and criminal nexus in his town. The narrative explores themes of justice, power, and the fight against systemic corruption. The protagonist's journey is marked by intense confrontations and moral dilemmas as he strives to restore order and protect the innocent.
Praja offers a gripping storyline that blends action and drama effectively, anchored by a strong central performance. The screenplay maintains a steady pace with a well-structured narrative that keeps the audience engaged throughout. The first half sets up the characters and conflict with a good balance of tension and exposition, while the second half escalates the stakes with intense action sequences and emotional moments.
The film's music and background score complement the mood well, although the absence of standout songs makes the soundtrack less memorable. The cinematography by Sanjeev Shankar captures the gritty atmosphere fittingly, enhancing the film's tone. Overall, the movie succeeds in delivering a compelling action drama with solid technical execution.
Mohanlal: Powerful and commanding, Mohanlal brings depth and intensity to the role of the police officer, anchoring the film with his presence.
Aishwarya Bhaskar: Delivers a sincere and nuanced performance, providing emotional support to the narrative.
Babu Namboothiri: Effectively portrays the antagonist with convincing menace.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Joshiy delivers a taut and focused direction, balancing action and drama well. His experience is evident in the film’s pacing and handling of intense sequences, though the narrative occasionally leans on familiar tropes.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 60% |
| Neutral | 25% |
| Negative | 15% |
Critics praised Mohanlal's commanding performance and Joshiy's direction, highlighting the film's engaging screenplay and well-executed action sequences. However, some noted the lack of memorable music and predictable elements in the plot.
Final Box-Office Result
Praja released on 4 July 2001 (2001).
Praja is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Praja is available on Sun Nxt, Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel. OTT date will be updated soon.
Praja directed by Joshiy. Produced by Joshiy, Renji Panicker.
Praja stars Mohanlal, Aishwarya Bhaskar, Babu Namboothiri, Cochin Haneefa, Vijayaraghavan.
Tollybo rates Praja 2/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Praja — Genre: Action, Runtime: 179 minutes, Language: Malayalam.