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Janaki Jaane is a Malayalam film released in 2023. Aneesh Upasana is the director. Sherga Sandeep, Shegna, and Shenuga are the producers. Syamaprakash M.S. is t

Janaki Jaane Movie Review

Janaki Jaane Movie Review Malayalam Movie Review
Review for the film " Janaki Jaane"
Streaming On: Disney+ Hotstar
Runtime: 2 hrs 4 mins
Certificate: U
Released: 12-05-2023
OTT Release: 11-07-2023
Genre: Comedy, Drama
3 / 5.00
3.53 / 5.0

Janaki Jaane is a Malayalam film released in 2023. Aneesh Upasana Aneesh Upasana is a film director, photographer, a >> Read More... is the director. Sherga Sandeep Bio coming soon... >> Read More... , Shegna, and Shenuga are the producers. Syamaprakash M.S. is the cinematographer, and Sameera Saneesh Sameera Saneesh is a South Indian costume designer >> Read More... is the costume designer. The music is by Kailas Menon Kailas Menon is a Malayalam film industry music co >> Read More... and Sibi Mathew Alex Sabi Mathew Alex is a Malayalam music composer bas >> Read More... . Jotish Shankar gave the art direction, and Noufal Abdullah Noufal Abdullah is an Indian film editor and scrip >> Read More... edited the film.

Navya Nair Navya Nair is a familiar face on Mollywood. Navya >> Read More... , Saiju Kurup Saiju Govind Kurup, known for his screen name as S >> Read More... , Sharafudeen, and Johny Antony Born to C. J. Antony and Liduwa Antony in Changana >> Read More... play lead roles. Dhyan Sreenivasan Dhyan Sreenivasan is the younger son of Malayalam >> Read More... , Kottayam Nazeer Kottayam Nazeer is an actor-cum-director in Malaya >> Read More... , Anarkali Marikar Anarkali Marikar was born on February 8, 1997. She >> Read More... , George Kora George Kora is an Indian Actor, Director and Scree >> Read More... , Sminu Sijo Sminu Sijo is an Indian actress who predominantly >> Read More... , Pramod Veliyanadu Pramod Veliyanadu is an Indian actor who predomina >> Read More... , Jordi Poonjar Jordi is an actor in the entertainment industry. H >> Read More... , Sathi Premji Sathi Premji is an Indian actress who is renowned >> Read More... , Jordi Poonjar, and Anwar Shereef Anwar Shereef is an Indian film actor who acts pre >> Read More... play supporting roles.

Plot

Janaki (Navya Nair) is a girl from a middle-class family. She lives with her mother and works in a press. She has a fear of darkness and being alone in open spaces. Moreover, when she hears a loud sound, she gets afraid. Unni Mukundan Born on the 22nd of September, 1987, Unni Mukundan >> Read More... (Saiju Kurup), a road contractor, falls in love with Janaki and marries her. Unni Mukundan's aunt, Satyabhama, is against this marriage.

At this time in the village, there is a rivalry between two political leaders, Shaji (Nazir) and Martin (George Cora). They are competing to win the Panchayat elections. Things become interesting when Janaki and Unni go to a function. Politician Martin is also present in this function. The power goes off, and there is complete darkness. Janaki is afraid and goes to her husband to feel secure. However, when the power is restored, everyone sees her hugging politician Martin by mistake, who is standing near her husband.

The opposition party takes advantage of this situation. They take a photograph of Martin hugging Janaki and viral it on social media. Fake news starts spreading about Martin that he has a relationship with Janaki. Unni and Janaki are forced to leave their home. 

What will the couple do now? 

Star Performance

After her hit movie Oruthee, Navya Nair shines in this film too. Her fear of darkness adds both comedy and sensitivity to this film. The courage she shows in the film’s last scene is superb. Saiju Kurup looks outstanding in the character of Unni. His expressions and comedic timing are perfect. The love between Navya and Saiju looks beautiful on screen. Kottayam Naseer and George Kora fantastically executed their character of politicians.

Analysis

The initial concept of the film is attractive. The difficulties due to fear and political drama are the main focus of this film. The director has crafted every scene perfectly and introduces several shades of love through two separate couples. The way Unni supports Janaki to overcome her fear is impressive. 

However, the film fails at various points. However, the film may give you a feeling of the 1990s and it is very slow-paced. The criticism of media and politicians is not new. It has been depicted previously in many films. The shift from Janaki’s story to a political drama confuses the viewers and makes the narration weak. The film has a weak execution, and the comedy does not work in some scenes.

What’s There?

• Janaki’s fear.

• Political drama.

• The nostalgic feeling of the 1990s.

• Love between Janaki and Unni.

• Excellent performances by the cast.

• The songs are beautiful.

• Attractive cinematography.

• A little bit of comedy.

• Inspiring story.

What’s Not There?

• Weak execution.

• Slow-pacing.

• Lack of unique elements.

• Weak Narration.

• Comedy fails in some scenes.

Verdict

The film Janaki Jaane appears to be slow in the beginning, but the ending is superb. The viewers need patience to watch Jaanki Jaane.

 


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


General


What is the genre of "Janaki Jaane"?

Comedy, Drama


Who directed "Janaki Jaane"?

Aneesh Upasana


What is the duration of "Janaki Jaane"?

2 hrs 4 mins


When was "Janaki Jaane" released?

12-05-2023

Cast & Crew


Who is the supporting cast in "Janaki Jaane"?

Saiju Kurup, Johny Antony, Kottayam Nazeer, Navya Nair, Anarkali Marikar, Sminu Sijo


Who composed the music for "Janaki Jaane"?

Sibi Mathew Alex

Storyline


What is the plot of "Janaki Jaane"?

Plot revolves around Comedy, Drama, etc.

Ratings & Reviews


What is the critic's rating for "Janaki Jaane"?

3


What are the audience ratings for "Janaki Jaane"?

3.53

Additional


Is "Janaki Jaane" suitable for all ages?

No, it's rated U


Can I watch "Janaki Jaane" online?

No, it will be available soon on Disney+ Hotstar


Who is the editor of "Janaki Jaane"?

Noufal Abdullah


Who wrote the dialogues for "Janaki Jaane"?

Aneesh Upasana


Who is the production designer of "Janaki Jaane"?

Jothish Shankar

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