Bramayugam is a haunting tale of folklore and intrigue, featuring Mammootty's spellbinding performance and haunting visuals, making it a standout in the genre.
Gist of the Story
The story follows a paanan (Arjun Ashokan) who escapes slavery in a forest and discovers a cursed mansion. He discovers he is trapped in Potti’s mansion, and the story revolves around him trying to escape.
| Directed by | Rahul Sadasivan |
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| Screenplay by | Rahul Sadasivan T. D. Ramakrishnan(Dialogues) |
| Story by | Rahul Sadasivan |
| Produced by | Chakravarthy Ramachandra S. Sashikanth |
| Starring | Mammootty Amalda Liz Arjun Ashokan Sidharth Bharathan |
| Cinematography | Shehnad Jalal |
| Edited by | Shafique Mohammed Ali |
| Music by | Christo Xavier |
| Production companies | Night Shift Studios YNOT Studios |
Detailed Plot
The story of Bramayugam takes place in South Malabar, Kerala, in the seventeenth century. In a deep forest, Arjun Ashokan’s character Thevan and Manikandan Achary’s character Koran are lost. After an unfortunate event in the forest, Thevan arrives at the ancient, run-down home of the enigmatic Kodumon Potty (Mammootty). Kodumon Potty and a housekeeper, portrayed by Sidharth Bharathan, reside in the residence. Thevan believes Kodumon Potty practices dark sorcery. Kodumon Potty is a crafty guy who welcomes Thevan as a guest. However, he desires to keep him in his home as a slave. Potty is also aware of Thevan’s history.
Thevan is from the backward caste of Panan. He has a nice voice. There is an indication that Kodumon Potty is trapping Thevan based on the dice game they are playing. The reason Kodumon Potty won’t let Thevan leave his house is unclear until the intermission. Even tales of how he murdered previous visitors to his home are told to him. Kodumon Potty lashes out in an attempt to fool the other two. Is the war won by him? This is Bramayugam’s main idea.
Artistes’ Performances
Mammootty: He hasn’t portrayed a character quite like Potti before. His deep-throated voice and vile laughs make a lasting impression. The actor is having a blast playing the crafty, cruel, and manipulative house leader Kodumon Potti, and as we come to know him better, even the rather strange tone of the role makes sense. The way the dialogue is delivered and the abrupt changes in expression are excellent.
Arjun Ashokan: In the role of Paanan, he embodies the terror and powerlessness of a soul trapped. Ashokan is able to convey the whole gamut of emotions, from hope to pure terror.
Sidharth Bharathan: His interpretation of the chef gives the story more nuance. The persona of Bharatan is stoic and conceals secrets from Potti as well as Thevan. Furthermore, the director-actor performs his character credit.
Amalda Although Liz doesn’t speak and has little on screen time, she plays the Yakshi role, and Sadasivan makes sure that Liz’s portrayal has a big effect on the audience.
Direction / Technical Side
“Bramayugam,” a historical horror movie from director Rahul Sadasivan, deftly combines gripping narrative, gorgeous visuals, and spooky acting. Even if it might not satisfy every horror fan, its eerie look and compelling storyline carve out a dark place for itself in Indian film.
What Works:
- Performance of Mammootty: The celebrity gives it his all to develop a persona that astounds, intrigues, and leaves us speechless. His thunderous laugh and the terrors he portrays captivate the audience.
- Images and Unsettling Feeling: Jothish Shankar’s artistic direction and Shehnad Jalal’s camera technique enhance the unsettling feeling, resulting in a really terrifying film.
- Music: Christo Xavier’s wonderful pieces lift the spirits, particularly at the most moving parts.
Problems:
- Story Flow: Although the film is very well-made, there are moments when the narration is not as coherent as it may be, particularly when it comes to issues of religious philosophy and class politics.
Verdict; Bramayugam is a unique story of mystery and mythology. The picture is elevated by Mammootty’s presence, and the spooky mood endures long after the credits have rolled. The film stands out in its genre because to his captivating acting and its haunting visuals. Recommended!