Narasimham
Narasimham

Narasimham

2000Movie175 minMalayalam

Poovalli Induchoodan (Mohanlal) is sentenced for six years prison life for murdering his classmate. Induchoodan, the only son of Justice Maranchery Karunakara Menon (Thilakan) was framed in the case by Manapally Madhavan Nambiar (Narayanan Nair) and his crony DYSP Sankaranarayanan (Bheeman Raghu) to take revenge on idealist judge Menon who had earlier given jail sentence to Manapally in a corruption case. The story begins with Induchoodan released and his father & mother coming to stay with him.

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IMDb7.7/10
Director: Shaji KailasGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

Narasimham tells the story of Induchoodan, a lawyer who is brought back into the turbulent life of his family and their business dealings. When his elder brother's death is investigated, Induchoodan uncovers a conspiracy that pulls him into a dangerous game of revenge and justice. He must navigate complex relationships and confront powerful enemies to protect his family's honor and expose the truth.

Critical Reception

Narasimham was a massive commercial success and a critical hit in Malayalam cinema. It was lauded for its powerful performances, particularly from Mohanlal, and its engaging screenplay filled with dramatic twists and action sequences. The film solidified Shaji Kailas's reputation as a master of mass entertainers and is considered a landmark film of the early 2000s in Malayalam cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Mohanlal's performance as Induchoodan is a major highlight, delivering a powerful and charismatic role.
  • The film is praised for its gripping narrative, dramatic confrontations, and effective action choreography.
  • Director Shaji Kailas masterfully blends family drama with intense thriller elements, creating a highly entertaining experience.

Google audience: While specific Google user ratings are not readily available for this film, audience reception in its time was overwhelmingly positive, with many appreciating the strong performances and the film's entertainment value.

Awards & Accolades

Won Kerala State Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment. Mohanlal won the Asianet Film Award for Best Actor. Thilakan also received accolades for his supporting role.

Fun Fact

The climactic confrontation scene in Narasimham, known for its intense dialogue and action, was filmed over several days and is considered one of the most memorable scenes in Malayalam cinema.

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