Kali
Kali

Movie spotlight

Kali

2016
Movie
116 min
Malayalam

A young wife hopes to convince her husband to change his short-tempered attitude toward life, but an incident on a remote highway may finally decide the matter.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Google Users84%
Director: Sameer ThahirGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

Siddharth, a young man with a temper, struggles to control his anger and its consequences. After a series of unfortunate events and a clash with a dangerous gangster, he finds himself on the run. The film explores his journey of self-discovery and his attempts to reconcile his violent nature with his desire for a peaceful life.

Critical Reception

Kali received mixed to positive reviews, with praise directed at Dulquer Salmaan's performance and the film's direction, but some criticism regarding its pacing and predictability. The action sequences and the portrayal of a volatile protagonist were highlighted.

What Reviewers Say

  • Dulquer Salmaan delivers a compelling performance as a hot-headed protagonist.

  • The film effectively captures the intensity of raw emotions and action.

  • While visually engaging, the narrative occasionally falters in its pacing.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the intense performances, particularly from the lead actor, and the dynamic action sequences. Some viewers found the plot to be somewhat formulaic, but the overall energy of the film was well-received.

Fun Fact

Sai Pallavi, who plays the female lead, made her acting debut in Malayalam cinema with this film, having previously appeared in a Tamil film as a child actor and in a Telugu film as a lead.

AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources

My Review