Pakalum Paathiravum is the story of Michael, a wildlife photographer, who starts his journey from Kochi to Mysore with a hideous intent. The movie discusses the uptight moments that happen when he passes through the Maoist-occupied inlands of Wayanad.
The film was announced on 5 December 2021 and the principal photography started the next day.[5] The film was released on 3 March 2023.[6][1][7] Director Ajai Vasudev, who has helmed three Mammootty starrers previously, announced his fourth film for Sree Gokulam Movies[8] starring Kunchacko Boban and Rajisha Vijayan.[6][1] Actor Guru Somasundaram, who played the antagonist in Minnal Murali was signed to play an important role.[9]Sam C. S. was signed to compose the background score.[10] Producer Gokulam Gopalan also played an important role.[11][12]
Reception
A citric from Times of india wrote that "Kunchacko Boban brings the star presence to the movie and gives a good 'man of mystery' feel" and gave 3 stars out of 5.[13] Sajin Shrijith critic of The New Indian Express noted that " In a movie headlined by Kunchacko Boban, I never expected to find Guru Somasundaram to be the only entertaining factor, albeit briefly.".[14] S.R.Praveen critic of The Hindu wrote that "Outdated ideas in the screenplay and poor character writing ruin this thrilling story about greed and hopelessness".[15]Onmanorama critic stated that "The performances by all the actors are commendable."[16]IndianExpress.com critic gave a mixed review.[17]
