Overview

• The Althaf Salim film opened in theaters on August 29, led by Fahadh Faasil and Kalyani Priyadarshan with key turns from Lal and Vinay Forrt.
• Critics and viewers report sporadic laughs but fault the pacing and an overlong latter half that many found tedious.
• Lal’s comic performance draws consistent praise, while reactions to Fahadh Faasil’s fit for the role are divided.
• Reviewers note strong technical craft, citing visuals and music, yet say the screenplay struggles to sustain its absurdist ambitions.
• Day-one box-office figures were not disclosed, and the opening credits indicate Netflix has the digital rights for post-theatrical streaming.