Mar. 26, 2021|India|151 Min.
Genre: Drama;South;Indian;Thriller
Description: The 2021 film *One*, directed by Santhosh Viswanath and written by Bobby-Sanjay, portrays the ideal image of a Chief Minister that every voter envisions. The story revolves around Kadakkal Chandran, played by Mammootty, a principled politician. During a visit to a hospital, the area is cordoned off by the police, but a young citizen named Sanal, portrayed by Mathew Thomas, attempts to sneak in. This leads to a confrontation with the police, leaving Sanal injured. Frustrated, he takes to social media, sparking widespread attention. The opposition party, seeking to overthrow the Chief Minister, seizes this opportunity. The film delves into how Chandran navigates this crisis.
While *One* focuses on political power struggles, its core is the Chief Minister’s personal and professional life. Mammootty delivers a flawless performance as Chandran, embodying the character with grace. Murali Gopi, as opposition leader Jayanandhan, provides a strong counterpoint and delivers a memorable performance, especially in the climactic scenes. Mathew Thomas and debutante Ishaani Krishna also play significant roles, supported by an ensemble cast including Alencier, Siddique, Krishnakumar, and Joju George.
The screenplay by Bobby and Sanjay, known for their hit films, offers a compelling political drama with sharp dialogues and a focus on the main characters. However, the ending leans toward being preachy and somewhat predictable, detracting from the film’s impact.
Cast director: Saajan R Sarada
Cast actor: Mammootty, Murali Gopy, Nimisha Sajayan, Siddique, Joju George, Balachandra Menon, Mathew Thomas, Gayatri Arun, Ranjith, Renji Panicker
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