Koothara
| Koothara | |
|---|---|
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| Directed by | Srinath Rajendran |
| Produced by | Shahul Hammeed Marikar |
| Written by | Vini Vishwa Lal |
| Starring |
Bharath Sunny Wayne Tovino Thomas |
| Music by | Gopi Sundar |
| Cinematography | Pappu |
| Edited by |
Praveen K. L. N. B. Srikanth |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | UTV Motion Pictures |
Release dates |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
Koothara (English: The Rogue / Cultureless / Bad / Untidy) is a 2014 Malayalam coming of age mystery thriller film directed by Srinath Rajendran. It stars Bharath, Sunny Wayne, and Tovino Thomas with Mohanlal in an extended cameo role.[1] The story, set in an untold period, focuses on three engineering students – Koobrin (Bharath), Tharun (Tovino Thomas), and Ram (Sunny Wayne), their adventures during the college days and the post-college life.
The film is produced by Shahul Hammeed Marikar under the banner of Marikar Films and distributed by UTV Motion Pictures. The soundtrack and background score were composed by Gopi Sundar. The film was released on 13 June 2014, and received mixed response from critics.[2]
Plot
Three engineering students whose life takes a twist after meeting a mysterious man who teaches them the real meaning of life.
Cast
- Bharath as Koobrin / Kalikkaran
- Tovino Thomas as Tharun
- Sunny Wayne as Ram
- Bhavana as Swathi
- Janani Iyer as Noora
- Gauthami Nair as Roshni
- Shritha Sivadas as Shilpa
- Madhurima as Sheistha
- Josekutty Valiyakallumkal as Chandran Sir
- Anjali Aneesh Upasana as Priya Miss
- Baburaj as Principal
- Ranjini as Ram's mother
- Neena Kurup as Ammini
- Sasi Kalinga as Sulaiman
- Master Elhan Riyaz Shah as son of Tharun and Swati
- Arun Benny as Kannan
- Prem Kumar as himself
- Subbalakshmi as Valyammachi
- Sunil Sukhada as House Owner
- Abbi as Thufailikka
- Kollam Thulasi as Bar Manager
- Lishoy as Koobrin's father
- Urmila Unni as Tharun's mother
- Nilambur Ayisha as Muslim Lady
- Mohanlal as Siren Semiramis Aegean Derketto / Ustaad Saali (Cameo)
Production
Bharath was signed as one of the lead actors for the film. Ranjini was cast for an important role. Madhurima stated that she will essay the role of Shaista, an NRI in the film.[3] Shritha Sivadas said that her character Shilpa was a simple village girl and that she was paired opposite Sunny Wayne, who plays a college student.[4]
The shooting started at Calicut University Institute of Engineering and Technology, Thenhipalam on 25 September. The film was also shot at Calicut, Ernakulam, Thodupuzha and Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Koothara's poster designed by YellowTooth was shortlisted for International Movie Poster (IMP) awards.[5]
Soundtrack
| Koothara | |
|---|---|
| Soundtrack album by Gopi Sundar, Thakara | |
| Released | 2014 |
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack |
| Producer | Shahul Hammeed Marikar |
The film's soundtrack is composed by Gopi Sundar and Thakara Band.A promo song was released prior to the release of the movie.
| Track | Song | Singer(s) | Duration | Lyricist |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Kannethadoore" | Rita Tyagaragan and Gopi Sundar | 3:34 | Hari Narayanan |
| 2 | "The Country Song" | Jayen Varma | 3:46 | Hari Narayanan |
| 3 | "Penne" | Sharan Raj | 3:22 | Hari Narayanan |
| 4 | "Praanth" | Gopi Sundar | 3:48 | Hari Narayanan |
| 5 | "Vasudeva" | Pavithra Menon, San Jaimt, Gopi Sundar | 4.25 | Hari Narayanan |
| 6 | "Avasaanamayi" | James Thakara | 2.59 | Thakara |
| 7 | "Promo Song-GVQ" | Thakara | 4:33 | Thakara |
Reception
Critical response
The film received negative reviews.[2] Times of India rated it 3.5/5 and said "It cannot be called an enjoyable movie despite a rich verve of youthful energy that is pumped into it. Often it is low, degrading and utterly disappointing rarely eliciting any real laughter."[6]
Gayathry of Oneindia.in said, "Koothara is a one time watchable flick. There are lot to see and laugh during the first half but, the movie disappoints during the second half and reviewed the movie 2/5."[7]
Raj Vikaram of metromatinee said, "Negative title will only serve to accentuate the movie's collapse not that 'koothara', is most badly made movie which is insufficient to the hilt. But its attempt to be a surprise packet, doesn't bear fruit beyond a point."[8]
Deccan Chronicle stated " Koothara is good in parts, just like a use-and-throw razor" and appreciated the technical aspects of the movie.[9]
The IB Times applauded the cinematography and Mohanlal's cameo.[2]
Box office
International Business Times reported that Koothara had a first day box office collection of ₹1.3 crore (US$190,000).[2]
References
- ↑ മോഹന്ലാലും കൂതറയാകുന്നു. Dcbooks.com (19 August 2013). Retrieved on 20 June 2014.
- 1 2 3 4 'Koothara' Earns ?1.3 Crores; Evokes Mixed Reviews on First Day. Ibtimes.co.in (14 June 2014). Retrieved on 20 June 2014.
- ↑ Madhuurima to romance Bharath – The Times of India. Timesofindia.indiatimes.com (9 November 2013). Retrieved on 20 June 2014.
- ↑ Sritha to romance Sunny – The Times of India. Timesofindia.indiatimes.com (23 November 2013). Retrieved on 20 June 2014.
- ↑ Koothara’s poster makes it to IMP film poster awards – The Times of India. Articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com (25 September 2013). Retrieved on 20 June 2014.
- ↑ "Koothara Movie Review, Trailer, & Show timings". Timesofindia.indiatimes.com. 2014-06-15. Retrieved 2015-05-20.
- ↑ Published, Gayathry (2014-06-13). "Koothara Movie Review - Filmibeat". M.oneindia.in. Retrieved 2015-05-20.
- ↑ "Koothara Movie Review". Metromatinee.com. Retrieved 2015-05-20.
- ↑ Movie review 'Koothara': Is good in parts, just like a use-and-throw razor. Deccanchronicle.com (14 June 2014). Retrieved on 20 June 20164.
External links
- Koothara at the Internet Movie Database