Sarvam Maya

The film marks the triumphant return of Nivin Pauly to his beloved charming persona in a feel-good fantasy directed by Akhil Sathyan, who presents a heartwarming 'ghost-as-angel' story, perfect for the holiday season.

Akhil Sathyan-Nivin Pauly's film is more comedic than scary.

Sarvam Maya is a wholesome film with a lot of heart. The pace of the film may not be everyone's cup of tea, but Sarvam Maya is a film that deserves to receive as much love as it gives.

Sarvam Maya is a gentle mix of faith, fear, and fun that blends horror and comedy elements into an entertaining package.

If you are a fan of a simple movie that offers a momentary escape from reality and a few laughs in a stress-free setup, Sarvam Maya is definitely for you. However, for anyone expecting even a bit more than that, I highly doubt the Akhil Sathyan directorial would come across as even satisfactory.

But ultimately, the film does not work. Nivin Pauly's charm cannot save Sarvam Maya. The film flattens out the transformative arc of an atheist, who is forced to reckon with the theological contradictions of his own convictions and the hypocritical way in which he decided to make a living.