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Adiyaan
Sarath, a 28 years old boy belonging to a lower caste falls in love with Nayana who belongs to an upper caste and her father is a superior officer in the police department. Harichandran (Nayana’s Father) comes into know about the relationship through one of his sub ordinates, Sreenath who is also belonging to Nayana’s caste. Both Harichandran and Sreenath plan a crooked idea to trap Sarath in a smuggling case. Crime branch officers led by SI Jayram arrests Sarath and forces him to accept that he has committed the crime but Sarath disagree. Brutal harassment and tortures lead to the death of Sarath in police custody. Custody murders have been the heading of our newspapers since a long time. But the unfortunate thing is that such stories are still remaining as stories only. Adiyaan raises its fingers to this brutal reality of casteism and superior torturing that really exists around us.
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Plot Summary
The film follows Adithyan, a writer who is struggling with writer's block and delves into the unsettling past of a haunted bungalow to find inspiration. As he uncovers dark secrets and experiences increasingly disturbing phenomena, the lines between reality and his imagination begin to blur.
Critical Reception
Adiyaan received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its atmospheric tension and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Sharaf U Dheen. However, some found the narrative pacing to be uneven at times.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and effective jump scares.
Noted for strong performances, especially from the lead actor.
Criticized by some for a predictable plot in its latter half.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's attempt at a psychological thriller with horror elements, highlighting the engaging premise and the chilling moments.
Fun Fact
The film was shot predominantly in a real, old bungalow in Vagamon, Kerala, which added to its authentic eerie ambiance.
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