Retired DSP Udayabhanu conducts a TV programme, in which he started to narrate the incident that happens five years ago. Thalavan is about an investigation at a local police station and the hierarchy at that police force.
Director Jis Joy, who has previously worked with actor Asif Ali in four films signed the actor again, this time with actor Biju Menon.[6] Debutants Anand Thevarkatt and Sharath Perumbavoor were given opportunity as screenplay writers.[7][8] Arun Narayan, who had earlier produced Eesho and Chaaver decided to produce the film with Sijo Sebastian.[9] Actors Miya George, Dileesh Pothan and Shankar Ramakrishnan were signed for key roles.[10]Biju Menon was signed as a natural choice for the cop, as he had done many cop roles earlier in his career.[11] The director, Jis Joy, claimed Thalavan as his most successful film in terms of canvas.[12][7][4]
Release and Reception
Thalavan released on 24 May 2024, received generally positive reviews.[13]Swathi P Ajith of On Manorama gave a positive review praising the film as a well-crafted investigative thriller with strong performances from the leads.[5] Vivek Santhosh of The New Indian Express also gave a positive review rating the movie 3/5.[14] Writing for The Hindu, S.R.Praveen praised the film for its intriguing plot but felt it fell short of its potential.[15] In contrast, Anandu Suresh of The Indian Express gave a negative review.[16]
Sequel
After the release of the film, the Director Jis Joy stated that if the audience like the film, it will have a sequel.[17] During the success meet of the film, the makers announced that the film will have a sequel titled Thalavan 2.[18]
