Roudram 2018

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Roudram 2018
Roudram 2018 film poster.jpeg
Theatrical release poster
Directed by Jayaraj
Written by Jayaraj
Produced bySuresh Kumar Muttath
K. Balachandran Nilambur
Starring Renji Panicker
K. P. A. C. Leela
Nikhil Renji Panicker
Binu Pappu
Sabitha Jayaraj
CinematographyNikhil S. Praveen
Edited byJinu Sobha
Music bySachin Shankor Mannath
Production
company
Prakriti Pictures
Distributed byMountain River Films
Release date
  • 18 October 2019 (2019-10-18)
[1]
Running time
1 hour 59 minutes [1]
CountryIndia
LanguageMalayalam

Roudram 2018 is a 2019 Indian Malayalam-language drama film written and directed by Jayaraj. It stars Renji Panicker and K. P. A. C. Leela. The film was released on 18 October 2019. [2] [3]

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Plot

The film's storyline is drawn from real-life events that unfolded in central Travancore during the severe floods that Kerala faced in 2018.

Cast

Release

Roudram 2018 was released on 18 October 2019 in India, with a subsequent release on 25 October 2019 worldwide. [1] The film became a commercial success at the box office. [1]

Reception

Deepa Antony of The Times of India awarded the movie a 4 out of 5-star rating and stated, "The film stands as a testament to humanity's vulnerability when faced with the immense power of nature. Through 'Roudram 2018,' Jayaraj once again showcases his mastery in filmmaking. By addressing the sensitive theme of the Kerala floods, which remains vivid in our memories, he skillfully crafts a touching narrative of love and companionship." [1] Padmakumar K. of Onmanorama described it as "An ode to moments of life and nature's fury." [4] A critic from Samayam gave a positive review to the film. [5] [6]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 "Roudram 2018 Movie Review : A poignant tale of helplessness at the face of fury". The Times of India. ISSN   0971-8257 . Retrieved 20 November 2023.
  2. ↑ George, Vijay (27 June 2019). "'My effort has been to try out things that not many would dare to'". The Hindu. ISSN   0971-751X . Retrieved 20 November 2023.
  3. ↑ "My role in Jayaraj's Roudram 2018 is based on a real-life character, says Renji Panicker". The New Indian Express. 12 June 2019. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
  4. ↑ "Raudram 2018 review: An ode to moments of life and nature's fury". OnManorama. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
  5. ↑ "രൗദ്രം 2018". Samayam Malayalam (in Malayalam). Retrieved 20 November 2023.
  6. ↑ Bose, Ananya (22 February 2023). "21 Best Malayalam Movies That Are A Must Watch". www.postoast.com. Retrieved 20 November 2023.
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