Cast
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Biju Menon
as Chengal Raghu
Dileesh Pothan
as Senan
Saiju Kurup
as Sree
Sudhi Koppa
as Renju
Ganapathi S Poduval
as Salman
Hareesh Perumanna
as Ratheesh
Ravi Singh
as Ramdev
Suresh Krishna
as Baba
Basil Joseph
as Pinku
Sethu Lakshmi
as Lalithakkan
Anu Sithara
as Meera
Aima Sebastian
as Sahiba
Lijo Jose Pellissery
as Britto
Rahul Dev
as Mangalapuram Samad
Kochu Preman
as Ponnappan Sir
Crew
Director
- Rafeek Ibrahim
Producer
- Sophia Paul
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Comedy/Action/Thriller film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Padayottam distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Rafeek Ibrahim 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2018, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Padayottam took approximately 14 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 135 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 187 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The costume department created over 478 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2018, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 14, 2018
- Runtime: 2h 15m
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