Enkilum Chandrike

Writer: Arjun Narayanan

Producer: Vijay Babu

Cast: Suraj Venjaramoodu, Saiju Kurup, Basil Joseph, Niranjana Anoop, Niranjana Anoop

Crew: Niranjana Anoop, Vijay Babu, Vijay Babu, Vijay Babu, Jithin Stanislaus, Lijo Paul, Ann Augustine, Vivek Thomas

Suraj Venjaramoodu, Basil Joseph, and Saiju Kurup have established themselves as aces when it comes to the comedy genre, and fans definitely had high hopes for Enkilum Chandrike, which saw the trio share the screen for the first time. Suffice to say, the film did not disappoint at all when it came to hilarity, with the brilliant writing and outstanding performances making sure that audiences are in for an out and out comedic treat.

The first chapter of Enkilum Chandrike tells the tale of Suraj's Pavithran, one of the group's oldest and most venerable members who seems to have terrible luck finding a marriage. Despite his most recent bride's admission of her lack of interest in marriage, Pavithram leaves her with the assurance that he will still be available to assist her in whatever way she needs. He is not one to let rejection dim his optimism or good nature. A promise that leads to significant future difficulties for Pavithran.

The news that their friend Bibeesh is getting married without telling them directly causes his pals Kiran, Abhi, and Amal to experience quite a shock. When confronting the delighted soon-to-be groom, the group learns some unpleasant realities and decides to cause trouble just as Bibeesh is ready to start a new chapter in his life.

Adithyan Chandrasekhar appears to have gone above and beyond for his debut picture in order to provide spectators with an all-out comedy that will have them in stitches throughout. Enkilum Chandrike has all the essential components of a comedy movie, from the acting to the brilliantly funny plot to the razor-sharp screenplay, and its smart surprises that only a select few will predict make it even better.

Each member of the Sumalatha gang has been expertly written and portrayed. Be it Pavithran, the unofficial "leader" of the group, who constantly puts others before himself and, more often than not, gets into trouble, or Suraj, who is modest and kind in keeping with his name. Then there is Kiran, played by Basil, an aspiring director who places too much value on creativity for his own good. Kiran is charming enough to persuade his gullible companions to join his ambitious "plans." Almost ironic, Kiran's character amusingly explains movie clichés and shots to his bemused companions, albeit he rarely manages to pull them off flawlessly. Abhi, played by Saiju, is a funny addition to the mixed group. A hopeless romantic who stays more loyal to the first part of his name, Abhi ends up being the unfortunate dancing monkey who goes along with everything but experiences disappointment at every turn. While playing a little role, Aswin excels as Amal, and his amusing comments set against the Sumalatha team's mistakes makes it even more entertaining. Some of the best scenes in the movie also result from the chemistry between the four.

Writers Arjun Narayanan and Adithyan make sure that even the minor roles and cameos get their fair share of attention. Everyone in the plot, from Pavithran's sarcastic aunt to his older mentor/sidekick, is given enough to work with, and they all shine. The unanticipated cameo of Maniyanpilla Raju provides yet another abundance of chuckles.

And how does Chandrika, the playwright Niranjana Anoop's main character, fit into the plan of the Sumalatha group? It's challenging to respond to that question without giving away any plot points, but she and Tanvi Ram's Sujina both have significant but under-utilized roles in the narrative. However, the characters are strong enough to distinguish out from the pack. The score and photography of the film are also meriting praise. Both the animated exchanges between the companions and the gorgeous views of the rural landscape appear to have been captured in a way that captures the feelings that the settings demand. The music also blends in well.

In order to extract every comedy possible from this situation, the creators have played around with a paper-thin storyline. But sadly for them, only some of them are functional. Despite having such a talented cast filled with established actors, it is clear that there is not enough content to back up their effort. Even Basil Joseph, who rarely gives performances that fall short of expectations, has trouble with the effort at humour here. If those jokes had been funny, his portrayal of a budding filmmaker who gets ideas from everywhere and fumbles when he attempts to make movies on his own could have been so much more.

Suraj Venjaramoodu doesn't have much to do, but it was refreshing to see him in a moderately humorous part after playing a number of sombre characters. Yet, some of the jokes from newcomer Aswin Vijayan stick in the mind. But in what (in the end) turns into a story of male bonding and envy, both the female characters are marginalised.

Note

Pavithran, Abilash, and Kiran, members of the Sumalatha Arts Club, are attempting to stop their buddy Bibish Balan's engagement to Chandrika. Will they succeed in their mission?

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