Nov. 25, 2021|India|R
Genre: Action;South;Indian;Thriller
Description: Kaaval (Guard) is a 2021 Indian Malayalam-language action thriller film written and directed by Nithin Renji Panicker. Produced by Joby George under Goodwill Entertainments, the movie features Suresh Gopi and Renji Panicker in the lead roles. The film’s music is composed by Ranjin Raj, with cinematography by Nikhil S. Praveen.
The story revolves around Thampan (Suresh Gopi) and Antony (Renji Panicker), longtime friends and former business partners who owned a sawmill in Kattappana. Their friendship is shattered by a tragic incident, leading to a prolonged separation. Years later, Antony, now disabled, faces a dire situation as his family is threatened by malicious individuals. Desperate, he seeks help from Thampan. The narrative explores the biblical theme that the sins of the fathers will affect their descendants.
While the film received mixed reviews, critics praised the performances and action sequences but criticized its predictable plot. Many consider it a powerful comeback for Suresh Gopi, reminiscent of his prominent roles in Malayalam cinema during the 80s and 90s.
Cast director: Nithin Renji Panicker
Cast actor: Suresh Gopi, Alencier Ley Lopez, Renji Panicker, Rajesh Sharma, Sujith Sankar, Muthumani Somasundaran, I. M. Vijayan, Shankar Ramakrishnan, Santhosh Keezhattoor, Sadiq
Original name: കാവൽ