Overview
- The Malayalam horror-comedy, directed by Akhil Sathyan and starring Nivin Pauly, Riya Shibu and Aju Varghese, released in theatres on Christmas.
- Early viewers on X hailed the film’s charm and humor, with many posts declaring that “Nivin Pauly is back.”
- India Today rated the film 3 out of 5 for its warmth and emotional core, while The Indian Express gave it 2.5, citing uneven writing and comedy.
- Advance bookings in Kerala were described as promising, positioning the title for a strong holiday start.
- The movie blends horror, comedy and fantasy to explore faith, grief and healing, and is being discussed as a potential box-office rebound for the star.