Pani: Joju George’s directorial debut is an engaging revenge saga with a predictable story

Movies By Arjun Ramachandran Oct 24, 2024 Read the article

Actor turned director Joju George’s debut Pani hit the screens with huge expectations.

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Touted to be a gangster drama, the film has good action sequences, and thrilling moments needed for a mass entertainer.

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But is it a unique concept, with an exceptional screenplay? Probably not, but we can safely call it an impressive debut.

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Needless to say, the movie revolves around the rivalry between gangs in Thrissur— the cultural capital of Kerala.

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The movie has some good performances by the actors who are mostly newbies.

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Pani is a usual revenge drama, but the movie excels in its making and presentation style.

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