Njaan
Njaan

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Njaan

2014
Movie
160 min
Malayalam

Ravi, a critic, comes across the writings of K T N Kottoor. Highly inspired by what he reads, he travels to a village in Kerala in search of the author.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: RanjithGenres: Drama, Historical

Plot Summary

The film chronicles the life of K.T. N- kumar, a brilliant student from Kerala who moves to Madras to pursue his studies. He becomes deeply involved in student politics and the communist movement, which profoundly shapes his identity and future. The narrative explores his intellectual awakening, personal relationships, and the ideological struggles of the era.

Critical Reception

Njaan received mixed to positive reviews from critics. While many praised Dulquer Salmaan's performance and the film's attempt to delve into a specific historical and political milieu, some found the pacing and narrative execution to be uneven. The film was noted for its period setting and thematic ambition.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Dulquer Salmaan's compelling portrayal of the protagonist.

  • Commended for its exploration of student politics and ideological movements of the past.

  • Criticized by some for a slow pace and an occasionally meandering storyline.

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Fun Fact

The film is based on the life of K.T. N- kumar, a prominent figure in student politics and a writer.

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