Manju Warrier writes an intense review for Mohanlal starrer ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban,' 'it resonated in my mind even after leaving the theater'

Megastar

Mohanlal

is basking in the success of his recent release, ‘

Malaikottai Vaaliban

,’ directed by

Lijo Jose Pellissery

. The

fantasy film

hit theaters on January 25, 2024, and has garnered overwhelming praise from both critics and audiences alike.
Joining the chorus of accolades is renowned Malayalam actress

Manju Warrier

. She recently shared her thoughts on the film after watching it in theaters.

Taking to Facebook, she expressed her admiration for the intricate aspects of filmmaking that contribute to the creation of a captivating narrative.
In her post, Manju Warrier wrote, "To create a film, there are two challenging aspects: the creation itself and the fantasy. In it, the characters play a crucial role in enhancing its beauty." She praised the film's ability to transport the audience into a world of fantasy, reminiscent of mythological narratives, particularly mentioning characters like Gandharvas and Yakshis (Ghosts).

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Manju continued her appreciation, acknowledging the diverse characters portrayed in the film, from wise ministers and cunning kings to dancers and peacock feather wielders. She commended the captivating storyline and the visual brilliance brought to life by cinematographer Madhu Neelakandan's frames. The post-climax background music, composed by Prashant Pillai, also earned accolades from Warrier. She said it resonated in her mind even after leaving the theater.

The actress showered praise on Mohanlal's performance. "About Lalettan, who joined Valiban with his acting and appearance, what more can one say! Valiban is a complete LJP (Lijo Jose Pellissery) film. Before this, how he amazed us with different concepts and cinematic styles, he continues to do so in Valiban. In Malayalam, this is something only he can do."

‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ is set in an alternate world, following the journey of an undisputed warrior whose adventures span time and boundaries, challenging every opponent encountered. The film also features Sonalee Kulkarni, Hareesh Peradi, Danish Sait in important roles. Notably, the film has been dubbed in Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, and Telugu, expanding its reach to a broader audience.