Overview

• Narivetta, released on May 23, 2025, in Malayalam and Hindi, has achieved the sixth-best opening-day ticket sales of the year, reflecting strong audience interest.
• The film, directed by Anuraj Manohar and starring Tovino Thomas, draws inspiration from the 2003 Muthanga incident, exploring themes of state-sponsored violence and systemic oppression.
• While the Malayalam and Hindi versions are performing well, the Telugu-dubbed version, titled 'Thodelu Veta,' has faced delays, with no screenings or trailers available in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
• Critics and audiences have praised the film's emotionally charged narrative, Tovino Thomas' intense performance, and its socio-political relevance, despite some criticism of a slow-paced first half.
• Narivetta's commercial success hinges on reaching a ₹25 crore global box office target, with its ₹10 crore budget making it a high-stakes venture for the production team.