Rekhachithram: A well-made thriller that pays tribute to Mammootty’s ‘Kathodu Kathoram’

Movies By Arjun Ramachandran Jan 09, 2025 Read the article

Asif Ali’s new movie Rekhachithram has been the talk of the town, with many theories circulating before its release.

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To settle the discussions on social media, the makers clarified that the film is based on alternate history.

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Rekhachithram stands on a strong script and well-etched-out characters.

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Asif Ali once again dons the role of a police officer after Thavalan, however, his portrayal and mannerisms are different.

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Anaswara Rajan as Rekha is excellent, continuing her streak as a retro heroine, after Ozler and Pranayavilasam.

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Rekhachithram is a thriller that takes a unique approach to storytelling.

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