Operation Java

Last updated

Operation Java
Operation java poster.jpg
Theatrical release poster
Directed byTharun Moorthy
Written byTharun Moorthy
Produced byV Cinemas International
Starring Balu Varghese
Lukman Avaran
Binu Pappu
Irshad
Vinayakan
Shine Tom Chacko
Mamitha Baiju
CinematographyFaiz Siddik
Edited byNishadh Yusuf
Music by Jakes Bejoy
Production
company
V Cinemas International
Distributed bySree Priya Combines
Release date
  • 12 February 2021 (2021-02-12)
Running time
146 minutes
CountryIndia
Language Malayalam

Operation Java is a 2021 Indian Malayalam-language crime thriller film produced by V Cinemas International, written and directed by Tharun Moorthy (in his feature film debut). It stars an ensemble cast including Balu Varghese, Lukman Avaran, Binu Pappu, Irshad, Shine Tom Chacko, Mamitha Baiju and Vinayakan. The story details an investigation undertaken by a cyber cell police station in Kochi. [1] The film released on 12 February 2021 and received positive reviews from critics.

Contents

Synopsis

The film is based on real-life cases and portrays investigations undertaken by a cyber cell police station in Cochin over the period of a year and half with the help of two engineering graduates. Cases involve film piracy, job fraud, and murder. Antony George and Vinay Dasan are the two opportunist youths who join the team as temporary employees in the cyber cell and help the team solve cases using their skills. In the end, they end up not permanently hired, in spite of the initial promise. The film explores the darker side of information technology and its users. The film also conveys the struggles of temporary/ intern/ apprentice staff who work hard but don't get proper recognition or financial benefits for their work.

Cast

Production

Tharun Moorthy was a former assistant professor of Computer Science and Engineering in college Of Engineering Kidangoor who turned into an advertisement filmmaker. Operation Java is the feature film directorial debut of Moorthy who also wrote the screenplay. [2] It was screenwriter John Paul Puthusery who invited Moorthy to make a feature film after seeing a short film he scripted. Director Moorthy described the film as an investigative thriller, and it's based on real-life cases that follows an investigation by a team over a period of a year-and-a-half. [3] It takes place in 2015 - 2017 period. The film was produced by V Cinemas International [2]

Principal photography took place at Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Vaikom, and Tamil Nadu. A location in Kakkanad served as the police station. [2] Faiz Siddik was the cinematographer. [4] Filming was wrapped in early March 2020. [5] Dubbing of the film was held at a studio in Kochi in June 2020. [6]

Home Media

The satellite rights and digital rights of the film is acquired by Zee Keralam channel and ZEE5 OTT platform. This film premiered on 15 May through the Television Channel Zee Keralam and through Zee5 OTT platform. [3]

Reception

Baradwaj Rangan of Film Companion South wrote "The film is a beautiful combination of romance and practicality and the cruelty of the establishment." [7]

Music

Operation Java
Soundtrack album by
ReleasedFebruary 2021 (2021-02)
Genre Film soundtrack
Length8:45
LanguageMalayalam
Jakes Bejoy chronology
Durgamati
(2020)
Operation Java
(2021)
Chaavu Kaburu Challaga
(2021)

The original soundtrack is composed, programmed, and arranged by Jakes Bejoy.

Track listing
No.TitleLyricsMusicSinger(s)Length
1."Iruvazhiye" Joe Paul Jakes Bejoy Alan Joy Mathew, Parvatii Nair, Vivzy4:41
2."Naade Naattaare"ThirumaLi, Fejo Jakes Bejoy ThirumaLi, Fejo, Jakes Bejoy4:04
Total length:8:45

Related Research Articles

<i>Nerariyan CBI</i> Indian thriller film

Nerariyan CBI is a 2005 Indian Malayalam-language mystery film directed and produced by K. Madhu and written by S. N. Swamy. The fourth installment in the franchise of CBI investigative thrillers, Mammootty reprised the role of Sethurama Iyer, a Central Bureau of Investigation officer, with Mukesh and Jagathy Sreekumar reprising their roles as the associate officers Chacko and Vikram respectively and the background score composed by Shyam.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Baburaj (actor)</span> Indian actor, director, and screenwriter

Baburaj Jacob, mononymously known as Baburaj, is an Indian actor, director, and screenwriter who works predominantly in Malayalam cinema and has also appeared in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi films. He began and established his career in cinema by playing antagonistic roles and graduated to comedic and character roles after the 2011 film Salt N' Pepper.

<i>The Thriller</i> 2010 Indian film

The Thriller is a 2010 Indian Malayalam-language crime thriller film written and directed by B. Unnikrishnan. It stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, Catherine Tresa, Sampath Raj, Mallika Kapoor, Prajin, Siddique and Lalu Alex in pivotal roles. It was released on 17 November. Later on, it was dubbed in Hindi under the same title. The film is based on the murder case of renowned banker Paul Muthoot.

<i>Olympian Anthony Adam</i> 1999 Indian film

Olympian Anthony Adam is a 1999 Indian Malayalam-language action thriller film written and directed by Bhadran. It stars Mohanlal, Meena and Nassar with Jagathy Sreekumar, Seema, in supporting roles. It is a remake of the 1990 American film Kindergarten Cop. The film was produced by Mohanlal through the company Pranavam Arts. The music was composed by Ouseppachan. The plot follows an investigation by Chakkummoottil Varghese Antony IPS (Mohanlal) about a planned terrorist attack in India.

New generation films is a Malayalam film movement developed in the early 2010s, characterized by fresh and unusual themes and new narrative techniques. Films of the new wave differ from conventional themes of the past two decades and introduced several new trends and techniques to the Malayalam film industry. While the new generation formats and styles are deeply influenced by global trends, their thematics are firmly rooted in Malayalee life and mindscapes.

<i>Memories</i> (2013 film) 2013 Indian film

Memories is a 2013 Indian Malayalam-language crime-thriller film written and directed by Jeethu Joseph, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, S. P. Sreekumar, Vijayaraghavan, Meghana Raj, Miya George, Suresh Krishna and Rahul Madhav. The film is produced by P. K. Muralidharan and Santha Murali under the banner of Anantha Visions. The film follows Sam Alex (Prithviraj), a drunkard cop, who is forced to investigate a series of murders. The film was released on 9th August 2013 and was critically acclaimed by the critics and was a commercial success at the box office.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Shine Tom Chacko</span> Indian actor

Shine Tom Chacko is an Indian actor and former assistant director who works in Malayalam cinema. After working as an assistant to director Kamal for about 9 years, he forayed into acting through the film, Gaddama. He played supporting roles in several films including Ee Adutha Kaalathu, Chapters, Annayum Rasoolum and Masala Republic and played his first lead role in Binu S Kalady's fantasy-comedy film Ithihasa (2014) which dealt with body-swapping.

<i>By the People</i> (2005 film) 2005 film directed by Jayaraj

By The People is a 2005 Indian Malayalam-language vigilante thriller film directed by Jayaraj and starring Narain. It is the sequel of 4 the People (2004) and the prequel of Of the People (2008). The film marks the debut of Surabhi Lakshmi.

<i>Villain</i> (2017 film) 2017 film directed by B. Unnikrishnan

Villain is a 2017 Indian Malayalam-language action thriller film written and directed by B. Unnikrishnan and produced by Rockline Venkatesh. It stars an ensemble cast including Mohanlal, Vishal, Srikanth, Raashi Khanna, Hansika Motwani, Manju Warrier, Siddique, Chemban Vinod Jose, Renji Panicker, Saikumar and Sanju Sivram. Manoj Paramahamsa and N. K. Ekambaram were the cinematographers. The songs were written by 4 Musics and the film score was composed by Sushin Shyam.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Reshmi Boban</span> Indian actress

Reshmi Boban is an Indian actress known for her performance in Malayalam films and television series. She made her acting debut with the television show Jwalayai in 1999 and later made her film debut in 2003 through Manassinakkare.

Mathew Thomas is an Indian actor who appears in Malayalam films. He is known for portraying Franky in his debut movie Kumbalangi Nights, Jaison in Thanneer Mathan Dinangal and Jomon in Jo and Jo.

<i>Drishyam 2</i> 2021 film by Jeethu Joseph

Drishyam 2: The Resumption, or simply Drishyam 2 is a 2021 Indian Malayalam-language crime thriller film written and directed by Jeethu Joseph and produced by Antony Perumbavoor through the company Aashirvad Cinemas.A sequel to their 2013 film Drishyam and the second installment to the series, the film stars Mohanlal, Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil. The story takes place six years after the events of Drishyam.

<i>Ajagajantharam</i> 2021 film directed by Tinu Pappachan

Ajagajantharam is a 2021 Indian Malayalam-language action thriller film directed by Tinu Pappachan and written by Kichu Tellus-Vineeth Vishwam. It stars Antony Varghese, Kichu Tellus, Arjun Ashokan and Sabumon Abdul Samad. The soundtrack and background score were composed by Justin Varghese.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Binu Pappu</span> Indian film actor

Binu Pappu, is an Indian actor and assistant director primarily working in the Malayalam movie industry. He is the son of legendary actor Kuthiravattam Pappu. He is mainly noted for his performances in the movies Helen, One, Operation Java and Bheemante Vazhi.

Mamitha Baiju is an Indian actress works primarily in Malayalam films. She made her debut in 2017 through Sarvopari Palakkaran. She rose into fame playing the roles of Alphonsa in Operation Java (2021), Anju in Kho Kho (2021) and Sona in Super Sharanya (2022).

<i>Solamante Theneechakal</i> 2022 Malayalam film

Solomante Theneechakal is a 2022 Indian Malayalam-language romantic thriller film directed by Lal Jose and written by P. G. Prageesh. Produced by Lal Jose through the production house LJ Films, the film stars Joju George, Darshana S Nair and Vincy Aloshious along with debutants Shambhu Menon and Addis Antony Akkara. Vidyasagar composed the film's music, and the cinematography was handled by Ajmal Sabu.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Lukman Avaran</span> Indian actor

Lukman Avaran is an Indian actor who primarily works in Malayalam cinema. Dayom Panthrandum (2013) was the first theatre-released movie in his career. Lukman acted the lead role in the 2021 movie Operation Java directed by Tharun Moorthy. He was mainly noted for his performances in the movies Operation Java, Virus, Thallumaala, Saudi Vellakka.

<i>Trigger</i> (2022 film) 2022 film directed by Sam Anton

Trigger is an 2022 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film written and directed by Sam Anton and produced by Pramod Films and Miracle Movies. The film stars Atharvaa, Tanya Ravichandran and Arun Pandian in lead roles. The film's music and score is composed by Ghibran, with cinematography handled by Krishnan Vasant and editing done by Ruben.

<i>Saudi Vellakka</i> 2022 Malayalam film

Saudi Vellakka CC.225/2009 is a 2022 Indian Malayalam-language drama film, written and directed by Tharun Moorthy starring Lukman Avaran, Devi Varma, Binu Pappu, Sujith Shankar, Dhanya Ananya and Gokulan are in major roles. The film is produced by Sandip Senan known for Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum.

Tharun Moorthy is an Indian film director and screenplay writer who predominantly works in Malayalam Cinema, with his first film being Operation Java. His second film, Saudi Vellakka, was chosen for the Indian Panorama at IFFI 2022.

References

  1. "COVID-19: 'Operation Java' team in panic after police close dubbing studio in Kochi". Mathrubhumi. Retrieved 30 January 2021.
  2. 1 2 3 Shrijith, Sajin (27 November 2020). "Aiming for grittiness". The New Indian Express . Retrieved 20 June 2021.
  3. 1 2 Mathews, Anna. "Real-life inspired investigative thriller Operation Java scheduled for February 12 theatre release". The Times of India . Retrieved 30 January 2021.
  4. "'Operation Java' comes to an end". The News Minute . 7 March 2020. Retrieved 30 January 2021.
  5. TNN (2 March 2020). "It's pack up time for team Operation Java". The Times of India . Retrieved 30 January 2021.
  6. Mathews, Anna. "Operation Java teaser has gritty feel of police thriller". The Times of India . Retrieved 30 January 2021.
  7. "Operation Java, on ZEE5, Is A Wonderfully Written Thriller Set In A Cyber Cell". FilmCompanion. 19 May 2021.

Operation Java at IMDb