Swargam (2024 film)

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Swargam
Directed byRejis Antony
Written byDr. Lizy
K. Fernandez
Screenplay byRejis Antony
Rose Rejis
Produced byLizy
K. Fernandez & Team
Starring Aju Varghese
Johny Antony
Ananya
Manju Pillai
Sijoy Varghese
Cinematography S. Saravanan
Edited byDon Max
Music by Bijibal
Jinto John
Dr. Lizy
K. Fernandez
Production
company
CN Global Movies
Distributed byCN Global Movies
Valluvanadan Cinema Company
Release date
  • 8 November 2024 (2024-11-08)
Running time
156 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageMalayalam
Budget₹4 crore
Box officeest.₹1 crore

Swargam is a 2024 Indian Malayalam-language family drama film directed by Rejis Antony and produced by Lizy K. Fernandez & Team under the banner of CN Global Movies. The film explores themes of family, togetherness, and love, with a star-studded ensemble cast. [1]

Contents

The screenplay and dialogues were written by Rejis Antony and Rose Rejis, with cinematography by S. Saravanan. The movie was released on November 8, 2024, and has been receiving positive reviews for its heartwarming storyline and impressive performances. [2] [3]

Plot

The story of Swargam revolves around family, love, and the spiritual journey of life. Set against the backdrop of everyday struggles, it captures the emotional highs and lows of a close-knit family, emphasizing the importance of familial bonds and the power of love, faith, and unity in overcoming life's challenges. [4]

Throughout the film, the family navigates personal and collective challenges, rediscovering the importance of spiritual values and celebrating life's simple joys. At its core, Swargam is a celebration of the human spirit, demonstrating how love and connection bring solace and strength. The narrative emphasizes the value of harmony and love as the true meaning of "Swargam" (Heaven), found not in a distant place but in the bonds we share. [5]

Production Team

Produced by Lizy K. Fernandez and Team

Producers

Cast

Crew

Music

The film's music is composed by Bijibal, Jinto John, and Dr. Lizy K. Fernandez, with BGM by Bijibal. The lyrics are by Santhosh Varma, B.K. Harinarayanan, and Baby John Kalayanthani, and the soundtrack is under the CN Global Music label. [6]

Reception

Swargam has received a warm reception of hundreds of people at the Vatican especially for its family-oriented theme and ensemble cast. The film is currently running in theaters across Kerala, Dubai, Fujairah, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Chennai, and is scheduled for release in Malta, United Kingdom and Ireland on November 15, 2024. [7] [8]

International screenings and reception

Swargam premiered globally on November 8, 2024, with sold-out inaugural shows in locations such as Perth and Brisbane, Australia. [9] The film received a positive response from audiences, especially at the Vatican, where it resonated with viewers and garnered praise. [10]

The international release reflects the film's wide appeal, with screenings held across multiple countries, including the United States, Australia, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Qatar. [11]

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Swargam is a 2024 Indian Malayalam-language family drama film directed by Rejis Antony and produced by Dr. Lizy K. Fernandez & Team under the banner of CN Global Movies. The film explores themes of family, togetherness, and love, with a star-studded ensemble cast.

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