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| image          = Anuraga Karikkin Vellam poster.jpg
| image          = Anuraga Karikkin Vellam poster.jpg
| caption        = Theatrical release poster
| caption        = Theatrical release poster
| director      = Khalid Rahman
| director      = [[Khalid Rahman]]
| producer      = [[Santhosh Sivan]]<br>Shaji Nadesan<br>[[Prithviraj Sukumaran]]<br>[[Arya (actor)|Arya]]
| producer      = [[Santhosh Sivan]]<br>Shaji Nadesan<br>[[Prithviraj Sukumaran]]<br>[[Arya (actor)|Arya]]
| writer        = Naveen Bhaskar
| writer        = Naveen Bhaskar
| starring      = {{ubl|[[Biju Menon]]|[[Asif Ali (actor)|Asif Ali]]|[[Asha Sarath]]|[[Rajisha Vijayan]]}}
| starring      = {{ubl|[[Biju Menon]]|[[Asif Ali (actor)|Asif Ali]]|[[Rajisha Vijayan]]|[[Asha Sarath]]}}
| music          = [[Prashant Pillai]]
| music          = [[Prashant Pillai]]
| cinematography = Jimshi Khalid
| cinematography = [[Jimshi Khalid]]
| editing        = Noufal Abdullah
| editing        = Noufal Abdullah
| studio        = [[August Cinema]]
| studio        = August Cinema
| distributor    = [[August Cinema]]
| distributor    = August Cinema
| released      = {{Film date|2016|07|07|[[India]]}}
| released      = {{Film date|df=yes|2016|07|07|India}}
| runtime        = 128 minute<ref name="response"/>
| runtime        = 128 minutes<ref name="response"/>
| country        = India
| country        = India
| language      = [[Malayalam]]
| language      = Malayalam
| budget        = {{INRConvert|4|c}}<ref>{{cite web|url=http://english.manoramaonline.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/anuraga-karikkin-vellam-box-office-100crcollection.html|title='Anuraga Karikkin Vellam' going strong at box office|first=Onmanorama|last=Staff|work=[[Malayala Manorama]]}}</ref>
| budget        = {{INR|4.5 crore|link=yes}}<ref>{{cite web|url=http://english.manoramaonline.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/anuraga-karikkin-vellam-box-office-100crcollection.html|title='Anuraga Karikkin Vellam' going strong at box office|first=Onmanorama|last=Staff|work=[[Malayala Manorama]]}}</ref>
| gross          = {{INRConvert|22.5|c}}<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.catchnews.com/regional-cinema/kerala-box-office-sultan-kasaba-anuraga-karikkin-vellam-complete-50-day-run-at-ticket-window-1472207304.html|title=Kerala Box Office: Sultan, Kasaba, Anuraga Karikkin Vellam complete 50 day run at ticket window|work=Catch News}}</ref>
| gross          = {{Estimation}} {{INR|22 crore}}<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.catchnews.com/regional-cinema/kerala-box-office-sultan-kasaba-anuraga-karikkin-vellam-complete-50-day-run-at-ticket-window-1472207304.html|title=Kerala Box Office: Sultan, Kasaba, Anuraga Karikkin Vellam complete 50 day run at ticket window|work=Catch News}}</ref>
}}
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'''''Anuraga Karikkin Vellam''''' (English: ''The Tender Coconut Water of Love'') is a 2016 Indian Malayalam [[romantic comedy]] film directed by debutant Khalid Rahman. It stars [[Biju Menon]],  [[Asif Ali (actor)|Asif Ali]], [[Asha Sharath]] and [[Rajisha Vijayan]]. Written by Naveen Bhaskar, it revolves around the life of an ordinary man, Raghu, and his son, Abhilash. The soundtrack and background score for the film are composed by [[Prashant Pillai]].
'''''Anuraga Karikkin Vellam''''' (English: ''The Tender Coconut Water of Love'') is a 2016 Indian Malayalam [[romantic comedy]] film directed by debutant Khalid Rahman. It stars [[Biju Menon]],  [[Asif Ali (actor)|Asif Ali]], [[Asha Sharath]], and [[Rajisha Vijayan]] in lead roles. Written by Naveen Bhaskar, it revolves around the life of an ordinary policeman, Raghu, and his son, Abhilash. The soundtrack and background score for the film are composed by [[Prashant Pillai]].


Produced jointly by Shaji Nadesan, [[Prithviraj Sukumaran]], [[Santhosh Sivan]], and [[Arya (actor)|Arya]] under the banner of [[August Cinema]].<ref>{{cite news|author=Anu James|title=Watch teaser of Asif Ali-Biju Menon's 'Anuraga Karikkin Vellam' [VIDEO]|url=http://www.ibtimes.co.in/watch-teaser-asif-ali-biju-menons-anuraga-karikkin-vellam-video-677724|accessdate=14 May 2016|work=[[International Business Times]]|date=6 May 2016}}</ref> ''Anuraga Karikkin Vellam'' was released on 7 July 2016.The performance of [[Rajisha Vijayan]] made her to win the [[Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress]] in 2016 .<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://zeenews.india.com/regional/kerala-state-films-awards-2016-vinayakan-bags-best-actor-trophy-rajisha-vijayan-adjudged-best-actress_1984312.html|title=Kerala State Film Awards 2016: Vinayakan bags best actor trophy, Rajisha Vijayan adjudged best actress!|date=2017-03-07|work=Zee News|access-date=2017-03-07|language=en}}</ref>
It was produced jointly by Shaji Nadesan, [[Prithviraj Sukumaran]], [[Santhosh Sivan]], and [[Arya (actor)|Arya]] under the banner of August Cinema.<ref>{{cite news|author=Anu James|title=Watch teaser of Asif Ali-Biju Menon's 'Anuraga Karikkin Vellam' [VIDEO]|url=http://www.ibtimes.co.in/watch-teaser-asif-ali-biju-menons-anuraga-karikkin-vellam-video-677724|accessdate=14 May 2016|work=[[International Business Times]]|date=6 May 2016}}</ref> ''Anuraga Karikkin Vellam'' was released on 7 July 2016. [[Rajisha Vijayan]]'s performance won her the [[Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress]] in 2016.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://zeenews.india.com/regional/kerala-state-films-awards-2016-vinayakan-bags-best-actor-trophy-rajisha-vijayan-adjudged-best-actress_1984312.html|title=Kerala State Film Awards 2016: Vinayakan bags best actor trophy, Rajisha Vijayan adjudged best actress!|date=2017-03-07|work=Zee News|access-date=2017-03-07|language=en}}</ref>


==Synopsis ==
==Plot==
Abhilash(Abi), a young architect is in search of a job. Elizabeth (Eli), his girlfriend is a sweet, bubbly and kind-hearted girl who treats Abhi like a kid. Abhi is irritated by Eli's frequent calls and interference in his life. Upon his friend's suggestions, he breaks up with Eli leaving her heartbroken. She struggles with her breakup.
Abhilash alias Abhi is a young architect in search of a job. His girlfriend, Elizabeth alias Eli, is a sweet, bubbly, and kind-hearted girl who treats Abhi like a kid. Abhi is irritated by Eli's frequent calls and interference in his life. Upon his friend's suggestions, he breaks up with Eli, leaving her heartbroken. She struggles with her breakup.
Abhi's father, Raghu is a strict police officer. One day, he meets his ex-girlfriend, Anuradha and tries to contact her, but fails. Abhi gets to know this and gives a fake number to Raghu. Eli gives her own number to Raghu and pretends to be Anuradha. Raghu and Eli form a very friendly bond, she manages to make things better between Raghu and his wife, Suma. After years of marriage, Raghu and Suma get closer because of Eli.


Abhi gets a job in a call centre  
Abhi's father, [[Assistant sub-inspector of police|ASI]] Raghu, is a strict police officer. One day, he meets his ex-girlfriend, Anuradha, and tries to contact her, but fails. Abhi gets to know this and gives a fake number to Raghu. Eli gives her own number to Raghu and pretends to be Anuradha. Raghu and Eli form a very friendly bond. She manages to make things better between Raghu and his wife, Suma. After years of marriage, Raghu and Suma get closer because of Eli. Abhi gets a job in a call centre where one of his old friends, Sony, also works. But Abhi finds it difficult to adjust in the call centre and leaves. Sony confesses to Abhi that he loves Eli. Sony helps Eli in coming out of the breakup and proposes to Eli. Abhi starts missing Eli, however, her marriage gets fixed with Sony. One last time, Eli meets Abhi and tells him how important he is to her and leaves. Abhi starts realising her worth and wants her back. Raghu wants to meet Anuradha and requests her to meet him. With no choice left, Eli meets Raghu and tells him the truth.
where one of his old friend, Sony also works. But Abhi finds it difficult to adjust in the call centre and leaves. Sony confesses to Abhi that he loves Eli. Sony helps Eli in coming out of the breakup and proposes to Eli. Abhi starts missing Eli, however, her marriage gets fixed with Sony.


One last time, Eli meets Abhi and tells him how important he was for her and leaves. Abhi starts realising her worth and wants her back.
On the day before her wedding, Abhi decides to stop Eli's wedding and bring her back. However, he gets arrested and detained at a police station. The next morning, his father releases him. He confesses to his father that he loves Eli and she is headed towards marrying someone else. Raghu supports Abhi and rushes to stop the wedding, however, they fail to do so. Abhi apologizes to Eli and proposes to her. Eli, now married to Sony rejects Abhi and makes peace with him. Sony thanks Abhi. While returning, Raghu again meets Anuradha, and this time, they chase her car. Upon asking about her, she reveals that she is not Anuradha. After she leaves, Raghu and Abhi share a laugh, finally bonding.


Raghu wants to meet Anuradha and requests her to meet him. With no choice left, Eli meets Raghu and tells him the truth.
Some time later, Abhi and Raghu are shown sitting near a new project designed and constructed by Abhi, reminiscing about their past love and how love, even though sometimes unsuccessful, can actually leave you with good life lessons.
 
On the day before her wedding, Abhi decides to break Eli's wedding and bring her back, however he gets arrested and kept inside the police station. The next morning, his father releases him. He confesses to his father that he loves Eli and she will marry someone else. Raghu supports Abhi and rushes to stop the wedding, however, they fail to do so. Abhi apologizes to Eli and proposes to her. Eli, now married to Sony rejects Abhi and makes peace with him. Sony thanks Abhi.
 
While returning, Raghu again meets Anuradha, and this time, they chase her car. Upon asked about her, she reveals that she is not Anuradha. The movie ends with Raghu and Abhi laughing.


==Cast==
==Cast==
* [[Biju Menon]] as Raghu, a furious police officer, Abhi's father
* [[Biju Menon]] as [[Assistant sub-inspector of police|ASI]] Raghu, a furious [[police officer]], Suma's husband and Abhi's and Anu's father
* [[Asha Sarath]] as Suma, Abhi's mother
* [[Asif Ali (actor)|Asif Ali]] as Abhilash (Abhi), an [[architect]] and Raghu's son
* [[Asif Ali (actor)|Asif Ali]] as Abhilash / Abhi, an architect
* [[Asha Sarath]] as Suma, Raghu's wife and Abhi's and Anu's mother
* [[Rajisha Vijayan]] as Elizabeth / Eli, Abhi's girlfriend
* [[Rajisha Vijayan]] as Elizabeth (Eli), Abhi's girlfriend and later Sony's wife
* [[Sreenath Bhasi]] as Kichu, Abhi's friend  
* [[Sreenath Bhasi]] as Kichu, Abhi's friend  
* [[Soubin Shahir]] as Fakru / Fakrudheen, Abhi's friend/bike mechanic
* [[Soubin Shahir]] as Fakrudheen (Fakru), Abhi's friend, a [[bike mechanic]]
* [[Ivana (actress)|Ivana]] as Anu, Abhi's sister
* [[Ivana (actress)|Ivana]] as Anu, Raghu's and Suma's daughter and Abhi's younger sister
* [[Sudheer Karamana]] as James, Raghu's colleague police officer
* [[Sudheer Karamana]] as James, Raghu's colleague police officer
* [[Pauly Valsan]] as Corporation Cleaner  
* [[Pauly Valsan]] as Corporation [[Cleaner]]
* Naaji as Sony
* Naaji as Sony, Abhi's old friend and later Eli's husband.
* Chinnu Chandni Nair as Jaslin
* [[Chinnu Chandni]] as Jaslin
* [[Irshad (actor)|Irshad]] as Irfan Khan
* [[Irshad (actor)|Irshad]] as Irfan Khan
* [[Maniyanpilla Raju]] as Prakash Kopara, Eli's father
* [[Maniyanpilla Raju]] as Prakash Kopara, Eli's father
* [[Sudhi Koppa]] as Thanka
* [[Sudhi Koppa]] as Thanka
* [[Tom Alter]] as Abhi's boss
* [[Tom Alter]] as Abhi's boss
* Khalid as Band Mani
* [[V. P. Khalid]] as Band Mani
* [[Kausalya (actress)|Nandhini]] as Anuradha (cameo)
* [[Kausalya (actress)|Nandhini]] as Anuradha (cameo)
* Shaji Nadeshan as Anuradha's husband (cameo)
* Shaji Nadeshan as Anuradha's husband (cameo)
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The original soundtrack is composed, programmed, and [[Arrangement|arranged]] by [[Prashant Pillai]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Anuraga Karikkin Vellam|url=https://www.facebook.com/AKV.Movie/photos/a.935643666478628.1073741828.923524724357189/1064808363562157/?type=3&theater|publisher=[[Facebook]]|accessdate=14 May 2016|date=14 May 2016}}</ref> The soundtrack was made available for digital sale from 1 July 2016.<ref>{{cite web|title=Anuraga Karikkin Vellam (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) - EP by Prashant Pillai on iTunes|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/anuraga-karikkin-vellam-original/id1126288077|website=[[iTunes]]|publisher=[[Apple Inc.]]|accessdate=9 July 2016|date=1 July 2016}}</ref>
The original soundtrack is composed, programmed, and [[Arrangement|arranged]] by [[Prashant Pillai]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Anuraga Karikkin Vellam|url=https://www.facebook.com/AKV.Movie/photos/a.935643666478628.1073741828.923524724357189/1064808363562157/?type=3&theater|publisher=[[Facebook]]|accessdate=14 May 2016|date=14 May 2016}}</ref> The soundtrack was made available for digital sale from 1 July 2016.<ref>{{cite web|title=Anuraga Karikkin Vellam (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) - EP by Prashant Pillai on iTunes|url=https://music.apple.com/us/album/anuraga-karikkin-vellam-original/1126288077|website=[[iTunes]]|publisher=[[Apple Inc.]]|access-date=9 July 2016|date=1 July 2016}}</ref>
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| 3 || "Poyimaranjo" || Preeti Pillai, Arun Kamath || Shabareesh Varma || 2:24
| 3 || "Poyimaranjo" || Preeti Pillai, Arun Kamath || Shabareesh Varma || 2:24
|-
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| 4 || "Anuraga Karikinvellam" || Peethambaran Menon, [[Govind Menon]] || Shabareesh Varma || 3:53
| 4 || "Anuraga Karikinvellam" || [[Govind Vasantha]], Peethambaran Menon|| Shabareesh Varma || 3:53
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| 5 || "Manogatham Nadaswaram"<br><small>(Instrumental)</small> || {{mdash}} || {{mdash}} ||
| 5 || "Manogatham Nadaswaram"<br><small>(Instrumental)</small> || {{mdash}} || {{mdash}} ||
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''Anuraga Karikkin Vellam'' released in India on 7 July 2016 on the occasion of [[Eid al-Fitr|Eid]], in 74 screens across Kerala along with ''[[Kasaba (2016 film)|Kasaba]]'' at the box office.<ref>{{cite news|last=James|first=Anu|title='Anuraga Karikkin Vellam' review by audience: Live updates of Asif Ali, Biju Menon's movie|url=http://www.ibtimes.co.in/anuraga-karikkin-vellam-review-by-audience-live-updates-asif-ali-biju-menons-movie-685763|accessdate=9 July 2016|work=[[International Business Times]]|date=7 July 2016}}</ref>
''Anuraga Karikkin Vellam'' released in India on 7 July 2016 on the occasion of [[Eid al-Fitr|Eid]], in 74 screens across Kerala along with ''[[Kasaba (2016 film)|Kasaba]]'' at the box office.<ref>{{cite news|last=James|first=Anu|title='Anuraga Karikkin Vellam' review by audience: Live updates of Asif Ali, Biju Menon's movie|url=http://www.ibtimes.co.in/anuraga-karikkin-vellam-review-by-audience-live-updates-asif-ali-biju-menons-movie-685763|accessdate=9 July 2016|work=[[International Business Times]]|date=7 July 2016}}</ref>


 
==Reception==
== Awards ==
===Accolades===
{| class="wikitable plainrowheaders sortable" style="width:75%"
{| class="wikitable plainrowheaders sortable" style="width:75%"
! scope="col" style="width:8%" |Year
! scope="col" style="width:8%" |Year
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|[[Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress|Kerala State Film Award]]
|[[Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress|Kerala State Film Award]]
|Best Actress
|Best Actress
|[[Rajisha Vijayan]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/malayalam/2017/mar/07/kerala-state-film-awards-2016-anounced-manhole-takes-away-the-best-film-vinayakan-bags-the-best-ac-1578711.html|title=Kerala State Film Awards 2016 announced: Manhole takes away the Best Film, Vinayakan bags the Best Actor|website=The New Indian Express|access-date=2018-12-24}}</ref>
|[[Rajisha Vijayan]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/malayalam/2017/mar/07/kerala-state-film-awards-2016-anounced-manhole-takes-away-the-best-film-vinayakan-bags-the-best-ac-1578711.html|title=Kerala State Film Awards 2016 announced: Manhole takes away the Best Film, Vinayakan bags the Best Actor|website=The New Indian Express|date=8 March 2017 |access-date=2018-12-24}}</ref>
|-
|-
|2016
|2016
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|2016
|2016
|[[Asianet Film Awards|Asianet Film Award]]
|[[Asianet Film Awards|Asianet Film Award]]
|Best Star Pair, Best Character Actor
|Best Star Pair <br /> Best Character Actor
|[[Asif Ali (actor)|Asif Ali]] & [[Rajisha Vijayan]], [[Biju Menon]]
|[[Asif Ali (actor)|Asif Ali]] & [[Rajisha Vijayan]]<br /> [[Biju Menon]]
|}
|}
<br />


==Critical Reception==
===Critical response===
''[[International Business Times]]'' called it a "sweet family entertainer".<ref name="response">{{cite news|last=James|first=Anu|title='Anuraga Karikkin Vellam' critics review: Asif Ali-Biju Menon movie is a sweet family entertainer|url=http://www.ibtimes.co.in/anuraga-karikkin-vellam-critics-review-asif-ali-biju-menon-movie-sweet-family-entertainer-685929|accessdate=9 July 2016|work=[[International Business Times]]|date=8 July 2016|language=en}}</ref> ''[[The Times of India]]'' said, "On the whole, it's one of those cute family movies packed with a basket-full of laughter, emotions, and thoughts that you can give in to, without a second thought.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movie-reviews/Anuraga-Karikkin-Vellam/movie-review/53111880.cms|title=Anuraga Karikkin Vellam Movie Review, Trailer, & Show timings at Times of India|publisher=}}</ref>
''[[International Business Times]]'' called it a "sweet family entertainer".<ref name="response">{{cite news|last=James|first=Anu|title='Anuraga Karikkin Vellam' critics review: Asif Ali-Biju Menon movie is a sweet family entertainer|url=http://www.ibtimes.co.in/anuraga-karikkin-vellam-critics-review-asif-ali-biju-menon-movie-sweet-family-entertainer-685929|accessdate=9 July 2016|work=[[International Business Times]]|date=8 July 2016|language=en}}</ref> ''[[The Times of India]]'' said, "On the whole, it's one of those cute family movies packed with a basket-full of laughter, emotions, and thoughts that you can give in to, without a second thought.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movie-reviews/Anuraga-Karikkin-Vellam/movie-review/53111880.cms|title=Anuraga Karikkin Vellam Movie Review, Trailer, & Show timings at Times of India|newspaper=The Times of India |publisher=}}</ref>


==Box-office==
===Box office===
''Anuraga Karikkin Vellam'' grossed more than {{INR}} 50 Lakhs from the multiplexes of [[Ernakulam district]] in 10 days. Among the Eid releases, ''Anuraga Karikkin Vellam'', emerged as the top grosser at the [[Cochin]] [[multiplexes]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ibtimes.co.in/asif-ali-biju-menons-anuraga-karikkin-vellam-crosses-rs-1-crore-mark-kochi-multiplexes-687769|title=Asif Ali, Biju Menon's 'Anuraga Karikkin Vellam' crosses Rs.16 crore mark at Cochin multiplexes|first=Anu|last=James|work=[[International Business Times]]}}</ref>
====Domestic====
''Anuraga Karikkin Vellam'' grossed more than {{INR}}16 crore from the multiplexes of [[Kochi]] in five days. Among the Eid releases, ''Anuraga Karikkin Vellam'', emerged as the top grosser at the [[Kochi]] [[multiplexes]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.ibtimes.co.in/asif-ali-biju-menons-anuraga-karikkin-vellam-crosses-rs-1-crore-mark-kochi-multiplexes-687769|title=Asif Ali, Biju Menon's 'Anuraga Karikkin Vellam' crosses Rs.16 crore mark at Cochin multiplexes|first=Anu|last=James|work=[[International Business Times]]|date=25 July 2016 }}</ref>


==References==
==References==
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* {{IMDb title|5375324}}
* {{IMDb title|5375324}}


[[Category:Indian films]]
[[Category:2016 Malayalam-language films]]
[[Category:2010s Malayalam-language films]]
[[Category:Films shot in Kochi]]
[[Category:Films directed by Khalid Rahman]]

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Anuraga Karikkin Vellam
Theatrical release poster
Directed byKhalid Rahman
Produced bySanthosh Sivan
Shaji Nadesan
Prithviraj Sukumaran
Arya
Written byNaveen Bhaskar
Starring
Music byPrashant Pillai
CinematographyJimshi Khalid
Edited byNoufal Abdullah
Production
company
August Cinema
Distributed byAugust Cinema
Release date
  • 7 July 2016 (2016-07-07) (India)
Running time
128 minutes[1]
CountryIndia
LanguageMalayalam
Budget4.5 crore[2]
Box officeest. ₹22 crore[3]

Anuraga Karikkin Vellam (English: The Tender Coconut Water of Love) is a 2016 Indian Malayalam romantic comedy film directed by debutant Khalid Rahman. It stars Biju Menon, Asif Ali, Asha Sharath, and Rajisha Vijayan in lead roles. Written by Naveen Bhaskar, it revolves around the life of an ordinary policeman, Raghu, and his son, Abhilash. The soundtrack and background score for the film are composed by Prashant Pillai.

It was produced jointly by Shaji Nadesan, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Santhosh Sivan, and Arya under the banner of August Cinema.[4] Anuraga Karikkin Vellam was released on 7 July 2016. Rajisha Vijayan's performance won her the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress in 2016.[5]

Plot[edit | edit source]

Abhilash alias Abhi is a young architect in search of a job. His girlfriend, Elizabeth alias Eli, is a sweet, bubbly, and kind-hearted girl who treats Abhi like a kid. Abhi is irritated by Eli's frequent calls and interference in his life. Upon his friend's suggestions, he breaks up with Eli, leaving her heartbroken. She struggles with her breakup.

Abhi's father, ASI Raghu, is a strict police officer. One day, he meets his ex-girlfriend, Anuradha, and tries to contact her, but fails. Abhi gets to know this and gives a fake number to Raghu. Eli gives her own number to Raghu and pretends to be Anuradha. Raghu and Eli form a very friendly bond. She manages to make things better between Raghu and his wife, Suma. After years of marriage, Raghu and Suma get closer because of Eli. Abhi gets a job in a call centre where one of his old friends, Sony, also works. But Abhi finds it difficult to adjust in the call centre and leaves. Sony confesses to Abhi that he loves Eli. Sony helps Eli in coming out of the breakup and proposes to Eli. Abhi starts missing Eli, however, her marriage gets fixed with Sony. One last time, Eli meets Abhi and tells him how important he is to her and leaves. Abhi starts realising her worth and wants her back. Raghu wants to meet Anuradha and requests her to meet him. With no choice left, Eli meets Raghu and tells him the truth.

On the day before her wedding, Abhi decides to stop Eli's wedding and bring her back. However, he gets arrested and detained at a police station. The next morning, his father releases him. He confesses to his father that he loves Eli and she is headed towards marrying someone else. Raghu supports Abhi and rushes to stop the wedding, however, they fail to do so. Abhi apologizes to Eli and proposes to her. Eli, now married to Sony rejects Abhi and makes peace with him. Sony thanks Abhi. While returning, Raghu again meets Anuradha, and this time, they chase her car. Upon asking about her, she reveals that she is not Anuradha. After she leaves, Raghu and Abhi share a laugh, finally bonding.

Some time later, Abhi and Raghu are shown sitting near a new project designed and constructed by Abhi, reminiscing about their past love and how love, even though sometimes unsuccessful, can actually leave you with good life lessons.

Cast[edit | edit source]

Soundtrack[edit | edit source]

Anuraga Karikkin Vellam
Soundtrack album by
Released17 June 2016 (2016-06-17)
Recorded2016
GenreFeature film soundtrack
Length14:37
LabelAnon Trendz
Prashant Pillai chronology
Rockstar
(2015)
Anuraga Karikkin Vellam
(2016)

The original soundtrack is composed, programmed, and arranged by Prashant Pillai.[6] The soundtrack was made available for digital sale from 1 July 2016.[7]

No. Song Singer(s) Lyrics Length
1 "Manogatham Bhavan" Mathangi, Haricharan Harinarayanan 4:25
2 "Neeyo Njano" Vaikom Vijayalakshmi, Niranj, Shabareesh Varma, Sreerag Saji Shabareesh Varma 4:01
3 "Poyimaranjo" Preeti Pillai, Arun Kamath Shabareesh Varma 2:24
4 "Anuraga Karikinvellam" Govind Vasantha, Peethambaran Menon Shabareesh Varma 3:53
5 "Manogatham Nadaswaram"
(Instrumental)

Release[edit | edit source]

Anuraga Karikkin Vellam released in India on 7 July 2016 on the occasion of Eid, in 74 screens across Kerala along with Kasaba at the box office.[8]

Reception[edit | edit source]

Accolades[edit | edit source]

Year Award Category Recipient
2016 Kerala State Film Award Best Actress Rajisha Vijayan[9]
2016 Filmfare Award Best Supporting Actress – Malayalam Asha Sarath[10]
2016 Asianet Film Award Best Star Pair
Best Character Actor
Asif Ali & Rajisha Vijayan
Biju Menon

Critical response[edit | edit source]

International Business Times called it a "sweet family entertainer".[1] The Times of India said, "On the whole, it's one of those cute family movies packed with a basket-full of laughter, emotions, and thoughts that you can give in to, without a second thought.[11]

Box office[edit | edit source]

Domestic[edit | edit source]

Anuraga Karikkin Vellam grossed more than 16 crore from the multiplexes of Kochi in five days. Among the Eid releases, Anuraga Karikkin Vellam, emerged as the top grosser at the Kochi multiplexes.[12]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. 1.0 1.1 James, Anu (8 July 2016). "'Anuraga Karikkin Vellam' critics review: Asif Ali-Biju Menon movie is a sweet family entertainer". International Business Times. Retrieved 9 July 2016.
  2. Staff, Onmanorama. "'Anuraga Karikkin Vellam' going strong at box office". Malayala Manorama.
  3. "Kerala Box Office: Sultan, Kasaba, Anuraga Karikkin Vellam complete 50 day run at ticket window". Catch News.
  4. Anu James (6 May 2016). "Watch teaser of Asif Ali-Biju Menon's 'Anuraga Karikkin Vellam' [VIDEO]". International Business Times. Retrieved 14 May 2016.
  5. "Kerala State Film Awards 2016: Vinayakan bags best actor trophy, Rajisha Vijayan adjudged best actress!". Zee News. 7 March 2017. Retrieved 7 March 2017.
  6. "Anuraga Karikkin Vellam". Facebook. 14 May 2016. Retrieved 14 May 2016.
  7. "Anuraga Karikkin Vellam (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) - EP by Prashant Pillai on iTunes". iTunes. Apple Inc. 1 July 2016. Retrieved 9 July 2016.
  8. James, Anu (7 July 2016). "'Anuraga Karikkin Vellam' review by audience: Live updates of Asif Ali, Biju Menon's movie". International Business Times. Retrieved 9 July 2016.
  9. "Kerala State Film Awards 2016 announced: Manhole takes away the Best Film, Vinayakan bags the Best Actor". The New Indian Express. 8 March 2017. Retrieved 24 December 2018.
  10. "Winners of the 64th Jio Filmfare Awards (South) | filmfare.com". www.filmfare.com. Retrieved 24 December 2018.
  11. "Anuraga Karikkin Vellam Movie Review, Trailer, & Show timings at Times of India". The Times of India.
  12. James, Anu (25 July 2016). "Asif Ali, Biju Menon's 'Anuraga Karikkin Vellam' crosses Rs.16 crore mark at Cochin multiplexes". International Business Times.

External links[edit | edit source]