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Bramayugam

15 February 2024Malayalam2h 19m

What critics are saying

Critical reception for Bramayugam is largely positive, with reviewers consistently highlighting Mammootty's performance as a standout element across nearly every review.

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Rahul Sadasivan DirectorShehnad Jalal CinematographyChristo Xavier Music

A folk singer in 17th-century Kerala discovers a mansion. Inside, he encounters an enigmatic cook and a powerful master, setting in motion a chain of events that changes his life.

Critic Consensus

Critical reception for Bramayugam is largely positive, with reviewers consistently highlighting Mammootty's performance as a standout element across nearly every review. Critics praised the film's blend of folk horror, power politics, and its distinctive black-and-white visual approach, with several noting it as a compelling and rare theatrical experience. The film's layered narrative and overall craft were also commended, though at least one critic pointed to a clichéd and predictable ending as a notable shortcoming. Lower scores from a couple of reviewers suggest some felt the film, while elevated by its performances, did not fully transcend its limitations.

7 rated reviews · 7 positive

Praised: Mammootty's lead performanceCriticised: predictable and clichéd ending

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Critic Reviews (10)

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Akshay PR· DT Next
8.0
Clocking at two hour and 19 minutes, Bramayugam manages to be an engaging dark horror thriller with layers of power politics, commendable performances, and impressive making.
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Arun Antony· Deccan Herald
8.0
Mammootty is sinister in this enigmatic tale of demons, dominance and death.
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Anandu Suresh· Indian Express
7.0
Mammootty doesn't hold back in even the most disturbing scenes in the Rahul Sadasivan film, going all in and extracting the best from himself to elevate the movie.
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Vignesh Madhu· New Indian Express
7.0
Bramayugam is a terrifying folk horror film that delivers a beastly performance from Mammootty, offering audiences a rare theatrical experience in black and white cinema.
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7.0
The film starring Mammootty, Arjun Ashokan and Sidharth Bharathan weaves an engaging tale of power politics, using the dark magic of cinema to create a compelling narrative that transcends the survival thriller genre.
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Priyanka Sundar· Firstpost
6.0
Everything about this Bramayugam. Every aspect of the film works towards making this film more of an experience
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Janani K.· India Today
6.0
The script is elevated by brilliant performances of the lead cast.
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Swathi P Ajith· OnManorama
Not rated
Mammootty has once again reinvented himself in Rahul Sadasivan's 'Bramayugam', with the megastar's dedication to pushing his boundaries evident in this suspenseful horror-thriller that merges horror, thriller, and folktale elements. However, the issue arises with the movie's ending, which seems somewhat clichéd and predictable, though for enthusiasts of thrilling stories with a touch of horror and folklore, this movie is an absolute must-see.
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Sajesh Mohan· OnManorama
Not rated
Rahul's 'Bramayugam' and Jijo's 'My Dear Kuttichathan' depict the manipulation tactics of power-hungry people who ensnare gods and demigods like Chathan, Karinkali, Yakshi, etc., exploiting their vulnerabilities to instil fear and exert control over fellow beings. When Jijo Punnoose used fire to display a larger force, Rahul Sadasivan used the Portuguese soldiers as the symbol of a mightier force that would devour Potti and the like.
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Sukanya Shaji· The News Minute
Not rated
Bramayugam is a monochrome horror thriller that explores how power corrupts, with Mammootty delivering a remarkable performance in the lead role.
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Release Date
15 February 2024
Runtime
2h 19m
Language
Malayalam

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