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A slow paced movie. Were they making an Indian TV serial?


Movie spotlight
Louis Pothen is an all rounder. He is divorce lawyer, he participates in live TV channel debates on various topics, and he is a film critic, too. His wife Vasuki Iyer is a Kathakali artist, and together with his school-going daughter, they live in a city highrise. The story further focuses on an incident that sort of transformed the lively Vasuki into an introvert. What follows is a dramatic exploration of Vasuki's recent past and how she gets over it.
The film revolves around Louis Pothen, a successfuladvocate and film director, and his wife Vasuki. Their seemingly perfect life takes a dark turn when Vasuki faces severe trauma and seeks justice through unconventional means. Louis finds himself entangled in a complex case that challenges his beliefs and forces him to confront his past.
Puthiya Niyamam received mixed to positive reviews, with praise directed towards the performances of Mammootty and Nayanthara, and the film's thematic exploration of societal issues. However, some critics pointed out predictability in the plot and pacing issues.
Praised for strong lead performances, particularly Nayanthara's portrayal of a victim seeking justice.
The film tackles complex social themes and domestic issues with a thriller narrative.
Some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the execution could have been tighter.
Google audience: Audience reception was generally positive, with many appreciating the mature themes and the acting prowess of the lead pair. The film's attempt to bring a significant social issue to the forefront was also noted.
The film marked the second collaboration between Mammootty and Nayanthara after their highly successful outing in 'Rappakal' (2005), though 'Puthiya Niyamam' was considerably more contemporary in its themes and execution.
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A slow paced movie. Were they making an Indian TV serial?