As the title says it is a story about money and ratnam (diamonds) . The road movie penned by Anil Narayanan and Ajith C Lokesh trying to say a thriller in a ‘down to earth’ way. After scripting a serious subject in Aneesh Upasana’s ‘Matinee’ , Anil Narayanan proves as a talented script writer by providing a different experience throughout the movie.
The story rovolves around a Benz showroom executive Neil John Samuel (Fahadh Fazil) who fortunately get a bag of one crore rupees in cash. It all begins when the youngster who waits for his bus at Vyttila Mobility Hub after a launch party on December 30 meets some unexpected incidents. Soon, he embarks on a trip that takes him to some remote place in Tamil Nadu with a bag full of money. The incidents happening next 24 hours makes the basic plot of movie. The film is a thriller with some good comedy moments. Isaac Anakkadan (Renji Panicker)- a buisinessman, Makudi Das (Joju George)- a gang leader, a tamil nadu gang and some brokers enters the plot for diamond buisiness involving the money. Niveda Thomas plays the female lead Pia Mammen as Neil’s intended.
Neil John Samuel is safe in hands of Fahadh. He once again proved his talent by potraiting a mass character first time in his career. Though Nivetha Thomas didn’t make her appearance throughout the film, she has done justice to her role. It is a good coming back from her after taking a short break in Malayalam.The veteran script writer Renji Panicker once again proved his acting talent . After his notable roles in films like Hotel California, Pullipulikalum Attinkuttiyum, Rajadhiraja; Joju George impress the audience once again. The rest of cast were also well chosen.
Director Santhosh Nair has done his job well. He proves to be a promise for tomorrow. The direction style to tell the story in an ordinary way need a good applause. The scripting was so brilliant that each and every scene catch up audience’s attention. Situation comedys provides a hike to the film. The cinematograghy by Neil D’Cunha (who already proved his talent through films like Nee Ko Njan Cha, Philps And The Monkey Pen) and music by Prashanth Pillai (City Of God, Bombay March 12, Amen) also add boost to the film. Prasanth Pillai, the music director of the movie has done two songs penned by Rafeeq Ahamed and Dinanath Puthenchery. The songs were sung by Joe Panicker and Alap Raju. The song “Paisa Paisa..” already became viral among youngsters. Action sequences directed by Rajasekhar enhances the thrill of the film. .
The film is well executed to entertain common audience. It is receiving positive reviews from all around. In short Money Ratnam provides a healthy entertainment for all type of audiences. It worths your money.
Verdict :: കണ്ടിരിക്കാം (watchable)
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