Cast
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Jayaram
as Jayadevan
Vani Viswanath
as Maya Surendran
Narendra Prasad
as Muthachan
Jagathy Sreekumar
as Sivankutty
Janardhanan
as Achuthankutty
Innocent
as Narayanankutty
KPAC Lalitha
as Kamalakshi
Mani C Kappan
as Govindankutty
V.D. Rajappan
as Musthafa
Cochin Haneefa
as Kunjayan
Zainuddin
as Albert
Rizabawa
as Sethumadhavan
Indrans
as Dasan
Bindu Panicker
as Vasumathi
Jose Pellissery
as Sahadevan
Crew
Director
- Suresh Vinu
Writer
- Raghunath Paleri
Producer
- Girish Vaikom
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Mangalam Veettil Manaseswari Gupta examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Suresh Vinu brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1995, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Mangalam Veettil Manaseswari Gupta took approximately 5 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The musical score contains over 71 unique compositions.
- The film contains approximately 1202 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1995, when this film was released:
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 22, 1995
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