Loham
Loham

Loham

2015Movie129 minMalayalam

A gold-smuggle deal goes awry, and an array of characters becomes involved.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: RanjithGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

The film follows Jayarajan, a taxi driver in Dubai, who gets entangled in a smuggling operation involving gold. He finds himself caught between the smugglers, the police, and his own moral compass as he navigates the dangerous underworld. The narrative explores themes of greed, desperation, and the consequences of choices made under duress.

Critical Reception

Loham received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with praise often directed towards Mohanlal's performance and the film's technical aspects. However, some critics found the screenplay to be predictable and lacking in depth, and the film did not achieve significant commercial success.

What Reviewers Say

  • Mohanlal delivers a commendable performance that anchors the film.
  • The film boasts strong technical execution, particularly in its cinematography and action sequences.
  • The plot, while having potential, is considered somewhat formulaic and predictable by some reviewers.

Google audience: Audience reception was varied, with many appreciating Mohanlal's presence and the action elements, while others found the storyline to be less engaging than expected.

Fun Fact

The film marked the reunion of actor Mohanlal and director Ranjith after a gap of nearly five years, their last collaboration being 'Spirit' in 2012.

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