Manasarovar
Manasarovar

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Manasarovar

2004
Movie
90 min
Hindi

Kerala-based George Nair is an efficiency expert who travels to Pune to provide a report on downsizing. He is met with the firm's Vice-President, Malathy Chandran, and must come up with a plan to let go a number of employees. Both spend time together and Malathy confides how she had exchanged matrimonial correspondence with another male from Kerala, while George describes his family, his Hindu mother and Christian father, and his elder brother who has been missing for two months. Neither are aware that George's brother, and the male that Malathy refers to, is one and the same. Will they find out his whereabouts?

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IMDb7.5/10
Director: Balu MahendraGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Set in a picturesque hill station, Manasarovar tells the story of a lonely woman who finds solace and unexpected companionship. As she navigates her personal struggles, she forms a deep connection with a man who becomes her confidant. Their relationship blossoms amidst the serene landscapes, exploring themes of love, loss, and the search for belonging.

Critical Reception

Manasarovar received mixed to positive reviews, with praise directed at its sensitive portrayal of human emotions and the performances of its lead actors. However, some critics found the pacing to be slow.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its emotional depth and poignant storytelling.

  • The performances of Sridevi and Mohanlal were highlighted as a major strength.

  • Some reviewers noted a deliberate, slow pace that might not appeal to all audiences.

Google audience: Audience reception is not readily available through aggregated Google user reviews.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in the picturesque locales of Ooty, adding to its visual appeal and serene atmosphere.

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