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Puthiya Mugham
Krishnakumar, who pursues a career as a percussionist and teaches the mridangam, joins an engineering college in Kochi city. When Anjana, a fellow student, falls in love with him, his life takes a turn as her fiancé, Sudhi, attacks him out of jealousy.
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Plot Summary
In Chennai, Bala, a charismatic college student, leads a double life as a vigilante targeting criminals who exploit women. When a dangerous criminal syndicate threatens his loved ones and his own identity, Bala must confront his past and fight for justice. The film explores themes of revenge, justice, and the consequences of one's actions.
Critical Reception
Puthiya Mugham received generally positive reviews, with praise directed at Prithviraj Sukumaran's performance and the film's stylish action sequences and engaging thriller elements. While some noted a familiar plot structure, the overall execution and performances were lauded.
What Reviewers Say
Prithviraj delivers a powerful performance as the protagonist.
The film is praised for its slick action and thrilling narrative.
Some critics found the plot somewhat predictable but appreciated the overall execution.
Google audience: Audience reception for Puthiya Mugham was largely positive, with many appreciating the strong lead performance and the exciting action sequences that kept them engaged throughout the runtime.
Fun Fact
The film was noted for its stylish direction and Prithviraj Sukumaran's intense portrayal of a character with a dual personality.
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