Jeethu Joseph’s latest, ‘Valathu Vashathe Kallan,’ starring Biju Menon and Joju George, has opened to a promising Rs 1.1 crore India net. The film blends crime and twists, with a strong first half praised for its narrative and character depth.
Jeethu Joseph’s new film ‘Valathu Vashathe Kallan’ released recently and many people were waiting for it because he is the man behind ‘Drishyam’. Some even say every film before ‘Drishyam 3’ is like a small spark from him, and this film is one of them. The movie stars Biju Menon and Joju George and the first-day numbers show a good start.The film made Rs 1.1 crore India net, Rs 1.3 crore India gross and Rs 1.3 crore worldwide on day 1 reportedly.
Good start at the box office
The opening shows that people still trust Jeethu Joseph’s work. His name alone pulls people to theatres and with stars like Biju Menon, Joju George, and Lenaa, the film already had curiosity around it.The Malayalam day 1 net collection stood at Rs 1.1 crore, which is the same amount shown as the Malayalam net box office in the reports provided by the Sacnilk website.
Story and feel of the film
The film carries a mix of emotions, crime, and twists, which Jeethu Joseph is known for. The characters are written in a simple way but with depth. The director tries to keep the viewers guessing. The story moves in a way that keeps you wondering what will happen next.ETimes shared a straight review that gives a clear picture. It says, “The first half is excellent, luring us in with a good story, emotions and unexpected twists, and at the halfway point you have absolutely no clue of how the story might proceed.” It also adds, “And when you think back, you will be struck by some cleverly placed dialogues that add up at the end of the film.”But it also mentions that the second half feels different. It says, “While the second half has a novel narrative and, on the whole, the film is a pacey, that edge-of-seat element of a thriller is missing. It may or may not be a complaint.”The review further praises the teamwork, saying, “The film benefits from the writer and director being in sync. Dinu has created interesting characterisations and situations, that Jeethu has elevated it with the right moods, whether light or broody.”The cast seems to be one of the film’s strong points. The review says, “Biju Menon is in familiar territory as a cop with negative shades and he is fine, but Joju with his looming presence has a magnetic presence on screen. And he is complimented perfectly by Lena, who plays his wife. The acting by the rest of the cast is also solid.”DISCLAIMER: The box office numbers and data in this article are compiled from diverse public and industry sources. All figures are approximate unless explicitly mentioned, offering a fair representation of the movie’s box office performance. These totals may change as official studio data is updated or as additional international market reports are finalized. This data is provided by us for informational and entertainment purposes only. Go to Source
