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Malini, a docile nurse, is forced to move into her boyfriend Varun's house, where she is raped — twice — by his boss, and also sent to prison on false charges. When she comes to know who the person behind her predicament is, she plans revenge.
Malini, a young woman who moves to Palayamkottai for her studies, finds herself entangled in a dangerous situation. Her life takes a dark turn when she becomes involved with a controlling and obsessive man. As the events unfold, Malini must confront a series of disturbing circumstances that threaten her very existence.
Malini 22 Palayamkottai received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised Amala Paul's performance and the film's attempt at a dark, psychological thriller, others found the plot convoluted and the horror elements unconvincing. The film's pacing and predictability were also points of contention.
Amala Paul delivers a strong performance as the protagonist.
The film attempts a darker, more mature narrative than typical horror films.
Some critics found the plot predictable and the scares lacking.
Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be an average thriller, with some appreciating the performances but many noting issues with the script and execution.
The film is a remake of the Malayalam film '22 Female Kottayam' (2012).
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A remake of the 2012-Malayalam film 22 Female Kottayam, Malini 22 Palayamkkottai turns what was a post modern revenge film (with a somewhat dubious women's lib credo) into a dated and tedious affair. Even if director Sripriya had stuck clos...