Cast
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Unni Mukundan
as Jayakrishnan
Kottayam Ramesh
as Aashan
Saiju Kurup
as Philip Varkey
Anju Kurian
as Renuka
Aju Varghese
as Thadathil Xavier
Kundara Johny
as Yacob
Nisha Sarangh
as Stella
Manohari Joy
as Amma
Jordi Poonjar
as Satheesan
Indrans
as Ashraf Aliyar
Sreejith Ravi
as SI Vinod Prabhu
Major Ravi
as Adv Narendran
Kalabhavan Shajon
as Mohan Kumar
Arya Babu
as Aannie
Krishna Prasad
as
Crew
Director
- Vishnu Mohan
Writer
- Vishnu Mohan
Producer
- Unni Mukundan
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Meppadiyan examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Vishnu Mohan 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 2022, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Meppadiyan took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 124 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 160 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 126 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The film contains approximately 1938 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 14, 2022
- Runtime: 2h 4m
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