| Director | Aamir Pallikal |
|---|---|
| Story | Ashif Kakkodi |
| Cinematography | Vishnu Sarma |
| Music | M. jayachandran |
| Producer | Zakariya Mohammed |
Gist of the Story
Ayisha relocates to the Gulf to work as a domestic servant for a wealthy Arab family, steadily acquires a thorough understanding of palace protocol. Ayisha and Mama’s relationship blossoms as a result of an interesting turn of circumstances.
Detailed Plot
Manju Warrier’s character, Ayisha, is compelled to work as a household helper in Saudi Arabia. She was young when she got married, a single mother, and is now a grandma. She does her duties at a royal family’s home. Her life changes when she encounters Mama (Mona), a support system for the royal family who is ill. Ayisha and Mama confide in, discuss, and support one another as they go through difficult times. The film directed by Aamir Pallikkal demonstrates how her history interferes with this new phase.
Artistes’ Performances
Manju Warrier embodies all the fortitude required for a character and story of this caliber. Ayisha is a journey of resiliency. In her second half, she has one of the better performances. She and Mona, who plays Mama in the film, have wonderful chemistry together. All of the actors put a great deal of effort into their roles, and Krishna Sankar was one of the best among the supporting cast.
Direction / Technical Side
The fictionalized biography of Nilambur Ayisha, the very first Muslim woman to star in Malayalam cinema, is presented in the film directed by Aamir Pallikkal. The first section of the movie shows viewers the difficult obstacles Ayisha must overcome in order to reach Riyadh in order to work as a domestic servant and how an unanticipated turn of events propels her to the imperial palace in order to work as a gaddama. The vibrant and stylized movie brings to mind Persian movies that speak movingly of identity, hope, and survival. The portrayal of the Arab characters in “Ayisha” is its strongest point. The movie quickly turns into Manju’s platform during the second half, shedding much of the writing’s realism that the initial act could claim on. The progression of Ayisha looks hastily written, her ascent to dominance within the household and her ability to win people over almost immediately come across as more theatrical than realistic. After the intermission, it loses its direction. After several very forced moments, the movie becomes a middling one. It makes an effort to pass for something it isn’t. The Ashif Kakkodi script is superior to the norm. The aesthetics were nicely done by cinematographer Vishnu Sharma. Both M Jayachandran’s music and Appu N Bhatathiri’s editing improve it.
Verdict; Despite a few flaws, Manju Warrier rescues the movie and carries it on her shoulders. She and Mona, who plays Mama in the film, have a wonderful chemistry together. The intriguing visual investigation of Middle Eastern culture adds to the narrative’s fascination. Overall, the movie serves as a loving homage to Malayalam cinema’s beloved actor Nilambur Ayisha.