Praavu[1] (transl. Pigeon)[2] is a 2023 Indian Malayalam-language romantic thriller film written and directed by Navaz Ali. The film was produced by P. R. Rajasekharan under the banner of CET Cinema Pvt. Ltd. The film has an ensemble cast of leading actors like Amith Chakalakkal, Sabumon Abdusamad, Yami Sona, Manoj K. U., Adarsh Raja, and Nisha Sarangh in lead roles. The film was distributed by Dulquer Salmaan's Wayfarer Films.[3]
| Praavu | |
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 Promotional poster | |
| Directed by | Navaz Ali |
| Written by | Navaz Ali |
| Produced by |
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| Starring |
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| Cinematography | Antony Jo |
| Edited by | Jovin John |
| Music by | Bijibal |
Production company | CET Cinema Pvt. Ltd. |
| Distributed by | Wayfarer Films |
Release date |
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Running time | 122 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
The music and background score was composed by Bijibal and the lyrics were penned by B. K. Harinarayanan, while the cinematography and editing were handled by Antony Jo and Jovin John.[4]
Principal photography began on 1 December 2022. [5] The filming took place in and around Thiruvananthapuram and was wrapped up on 30 December 2022. The post-production works were started in January 2023.[6] The film was released on 15 September 2023.
Synopsis
editA romantic thriller that transcribes how the lives of two young lovers and four middle-aged adults transform into something unexpected post the incident when treachery de innocence. The movie depicts imperfect characters who are among us in society and their instincts, judgments, decisions, and consequences the Audience will get a roller coaster experience that is full of emotions, play, struggle, and renewal.
It's actually a thought-provoking film that explores the themes of deep love on one side and strength, toxic masculinity prevalent in society on the other side. The film follows the story of a woman's resilience after a traumatic incident and the protagonist's struggle with his role in it.[7]
Cast
edit- Amith Chakalakkal as Aravindan
- Sabumon Abdusamad as Kamalasanan
- Adarsh Raja as Vivek Viswanathan
- Nisha Sarangh as Suchithra
- P. R. Rajasekharan as Chendamangalam Harikumar
- Yami Sona as Charutha Thomas
- Manoj K. U. as Adv. Manoharan Nair
- Dini Daniel
- Aji Dhanwanthari
- Gayathri Nambiar
- Aleena
- Ajayan Thakazhi
- Aiswarya as Annie
- Jamsheena Jamal as Aparna
- Teena Sunil as Priyanka
- Rejin Raj as Rajeev
- Teena Sunil as Priyanka
Production
editThe title of the film was officially announced[8] on 28 November 2022. The first look poster was released on 18 August 2023 by megastar Mammootty through his social media handles.
Filming
editThe makers started the principal photography on 1 December 2022 with the switch-on ceremony and completed it on 30 December 2022. It took 30 days to complete the shoot. The major shooting was completed in Thiruvananthapuram, Ponmudi, Kallar, and Vithura.[9]
Music
edit| Praavu | ||||
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| Released | 2023 | |||
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack | |||
| Language | Malayalam | |||
| Label | Manorama Music | |||
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The original background score and songs are composed by Bijibal. The lyrics were penned by B. K. Harinarayanan. The song "Oru Kattu Pathayil" was sung by Ranjith Jayaraman. The music rights of the film were bagged by Manorama Music and Songs.[10]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Tharakam Pole" | B. K. Harinarayanan | Bijibal | Najim Arshad | 2:40 |
| 2. | "Anthikallu Pole[11]" | B. K. Harinarayanan | Bijibal | Jaison J. Nair Antony Michael | 2:32 |
| 3. | "Oru Kaattu Pathayil[12]" | B. K. Harinarayanan | Bijibal | Ranjith Jayaraman | 4:06 |
| Total length: | 8:78 | ||||
Release
editThe film was released on 15 September 2023. The official trailer[13] and the release date have been announced by Dulquer Salmaan through social media handles.[14]
Reception
editCritical response
editK. R. Rejeesh of Now Running[15] wrote "Praavu is based on Padmarajan's short story and its theme finely blends with the events in current society. Despite the flaws in presentation, the evocative and emotional trait of the film helps it emerge smartly in the end".
References
edit- ^ "Praavu Movie: Showtimes, Review, Songs, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos". Entertainment Times. Retrieved 13 September 2023.
- ^ "'Praavu' trailer promises a complete entertainer with Amith Chakalakkal in the lead". Times of India. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ "Dulquer Salmaan's Wayfarer Films to present Praavu". Cinema Express. Retrieved 16 August 2023.
- ^ "അമിത് ചക്കാലക്കല്‍ നായകനാകുന്ന 'പ്രാവ്', ടീസര്‍ പുറത്ത്". Asianet News. Retrieved 25 August 2023.
- ^ "Praavu Movie: റിലീസിനൊരുങ്ങി അമിത് ചക്കാലക്കലിന്റെ 'പ്രാവ്'; ടീസർ പുറത്ത്". Zee News. Retrieved 25 August 2023.
- ^ "'Praavu' to get launched on veteran writer-filmmaker P. Padmarajan's birth anniversary". Times of India. Retrieved 22 March 2023.
- ^ "Trailer of Amith Chakalakkal's Praavu Out". Film Companion. Retrieved 7 September 2023.
- ^ "Mammootty Unveils The First Look Poster Of Upcoming Film Praavu". News18. Retrieved 6 August 2023.
- ^ "സ്ത്രീകള്‍ക്ക് എതിരേയുള്ള അതിക്രമങ്ങള്‍, ഓര്‍മ്മപ്പെടുത്തലായി 'പ്രാവ്". Mathrubhumi. Retrieved 15 September 2023.
- ^ "35 വർഷങ്ങൾക്ക് ശേഷം തിയറ്ററിൽ കണ്ട സിനിമ; 'പ്രാവി'ന് അഭിനന്ദനവുമായി ഷാനി മോൾ ഉസ്മാന്‍". Asianet News. Retrieved 16 September 2023.
- ^ "'പ്രാവി'ലെ 'അന്തിക്കള്ള് പോലെ', ലിറിക്കല്‍ വീഡിയോ പുറത്ത്". Asianet News. Retrieved 4 September 2023.
- ^ "ബിജിബാലിന്റെ സംഗീതം, 'പ്രാവി'ലെ 'ഒരു കാറ്റു പാതയിൽ' റിലീസായി". Mathrubhumi. Retrieved 13 September 2023.
- ^ "'Praavu' trailer: The film is a blend of romance, comedy, and emotions, with Amith Chakalakkal in the spotlight". Times of India. Retrieved 6 September 2023.
- ^ "പ്രേക്ഷക ഹൃദയങ്ങളിലേക്ക് പറന്നുയർന്ന് 'പ്രാവ്'; റിവ്യു". Manorama Online. Retrieved 15 September 2023.
- ^ "Praavu Malayalam Movie". Now Running. Retrieved 24 September 2023.
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