Oru Jaathi Jathakam: A laughter riot with questionable handling of a sensitive topic

Movies By Arjun Ramachandran Jan 31, 2025 Read the article

Marriage is a popular theme in films, and Oru Jaathi Jathakam is the latest to explore it. Comedy plays a big role, as is typical in such movies.

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Written by Rakesh Manthodi, the script is filled with humour and addresses a sensitive topic—LGBTQ issues, as hinted in the trailer.

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The film includes references to the LGBTQ community. Given the present times, some might feel the film overuses these references.

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Vineeth Sreenivasan delivers a strong performance as Jayesh, a male chauvinist.

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Oru Jaathi Jathakam is a laughter riot that is a satire on misogyny.

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Vineeth Sreenivasan and other actors shine in this movie which may raise eyebrows for its handling of a sensitive subject.

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