| Azadi | |
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| File:Azadi (2025 film).jpg Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Jo George |
| Produced by | Faizal Raja |
| Written by | Sagar |
| Screenplay by | Sagar |
| Starring | Sreenath Bhasi Vani Viswanath Lal Saiju Kurup Raveena Ravi |
| Music by | Varun Unni |
| Cinematography | Saneesh Stanly |
| Edited by | Noufal Abdulla |
Production company | Little Crew Production |
| Distributed by | Central Pictures |
Release date |
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Running time | 129 minutes[1] |
| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
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Azadi is a 2025 Indian Malayalam-language crime thriller film directed by debutant Jo George and written by Sagar.[2] The film stars Sreenath Bhasi, Vani Viswanath, Lal, Saiju Kurup, and Raveena Ravi in pivotal roles. The film is inspired from a true incident.[3] It is produced by Faizal Raja under the banner of Little Crew Production, the film was released theatrically on 23 May 2025. The film did receive a U/A 16+ certificate for strong bloody violence.[4]
Plot[edit | edit source]
Set primarily within the confines of Kottayam Medical College, the narrative follows Ganga, a mute pregnant prisoner accused of murdering a political leader's son. As she is admitted to the hospital to deliver her baby, her husband Raghu devises a 24-hour escape plan involving a network of insiders. However, their past catches up with them as adversaries infiltrate the hospital, turning the escape mission into a perilous fight for survival. The film delves into themes of justice, revenge and the complexities of human relationships.[5]
Cast[edit | edit source]
- Sreenath Bhasi as Raghu
- Raveena Ravi as Ganga
- Lal as Kaappa Shivan
- Vani Viswanath as DIG Rani Thomas IPS
- Saiju Kurup as Sam
- Asha Madathil Sreekanth as Renuka
- Maala Parvathi as Doctor
- Gilu Joseph as Mini
- Abhiram Radhakrishnan as Sathyan
- T. G. Ravi as Adv. Gangadhara Menon
- Rajesh Sharma as Pappan
- Shobi Thilakan as Superintendent William Francis IPS
- Vijayakumar as SI Hakkim
- Boban Samuel as Mohan
- Muhammad Faizal as Muneer
- Jordy Poonjar as Sebastian
Crew[edit | edit source]
Chief Associate Director[edit | edit source]
- Sarath Sathya
- Sajith Balakrishnan
Associate Director[edit | edit source]
- Akhil Kazhakuttam
- Vivek VInod
- Vishnu Anand
Assistant Director[edit | edit source]
- Anuragi Rajashekar
- T G Rajesh
- Don Kristy Kuriakose
- Shaajan Aluva
- Nibras Muhammed
- Swagath Vijayan
Production[edit | edit source]
Azadi marks the directorial debut of Jo George. The screenplay was penned by Sagar, known for his work in films like Veekam and Sathyam Mathrame Bodhippikku. The film's cinematography was handled by Saneesh Stanly, with editing by Noufal Abdulla. Varun Unni composed the music, while the production design was led by Sahas Bala.[6]
Music[edit | edit source]
The film's music was composed by Varun Unni, with lyrics written by Harinarayanan. The soundtrack complements the film's intense narrative and emotional depth.[7]
Release[edit | edit source]
Theatrical[edit | edit source]
Azadi was released in theaters across India on 23 May 2025,[8][9] coinciding with the 75th anniversary of Central Pictures, the film's distributor.[10][11]
Home Media[edit | edit source]
The film secured its digital streaming rights with ManoramaMAX prior to its theatrical release, a rare move in the Malayalam film industry.[12] The OTT release date is 27'th June 2025.[13]
Reception[edit | edit source]
Critics praised Azadi for its gripping narrative and strong performances. Sreenath Bhasi's portrayal of Raghu was highlighted for its intensity, while Vani Viswanath's return to the screen as a formidable police officer was well-received. The film's unique setting—a prison break unfolding within a hospital—was noted for adding a fresh twist to the genre.[14][15]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Azadi (15)". British Board of Film Classification. 28 May 2025. Retrieved 28 May 2025.
- ↑ "'ആസാദി' സംഘം ഇന്നുമുതൽ തിയറ്ററുകളിൽ; വീണ്ടും സീവി മാറ്റാനൊരുങ്ങി ശ്രീനാഥ് ഭാസി". Manorama Online. Retrieved 23 May 2025.
- ↑ "കോട്ടയം മെഡിക്കല് കോളജും ജയില് ചാട്ടവും; ജയിൽ ബ്രേക്ക് ത്രില്ലർ ആസാദി നാളെ മുതൽ". Manorama Online. Retrieved 23 May 2025.
- ↑ "Azadi Movie - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 23 May 2025.
- ↑ "'Azadi' review: Sreenath Bhasi stars in an engaging prison break film". Onmanorama. Retrieved 23 May 2025.
- ↑ "Azadi movie preview report". Mathrubhumi. Retrieved 23 May 2025.
- ↑ "'Azadi' movie song lyrical video released". Mathrubhumi. Retrieved 23 May 2025.
- ↑ "മലയാളം മുമ്പ് കണ്ടിട്ടില്ലാത്ത ത്രില്ലർ, ജയിൽ ബ്രേക്ക് ത്രില്ലർ ആസാദി നാളെ മുതൽ". Asianet News. Retrieved 23 May 2025.
- ↑ "Azadi release date: Sreenath Bhasi's medical thriller to hit the big screen with Detective Ujjwalan". OTTPlay. Retrieved 23 May 2025.
- ↑ "സെന്ട്രൽ പിക്ച്ചേഴ്സിന്റെ 75-ാം വർഷത്തിൽ ഗ്ലോബൽ റിലീസിന് ഒരുങ്ങി ആസാദി". Manorama Online. Retrieved 23 May 2025.
- ↑ "തിക്കുറിശ്ശി സുകുമാരൻ നായരുടെ ചിത്രത്തിൽ തുടങ്ങി ആസാദി വരെ; 75-ാം വർഷത്തിൽ ഗ്ലോബൽ റിലീസുമായി സെൻട്രൽ പിക്ച്ചേഴ്സ്". News18. Retrieved 23 May 2025.
- ↑ "റിലീസിന് മുൻപ് ഒടിടി റൈറ്റ്സ്; മോഹൻലാല്, കുഞ്ചാക്കോ ബോബന് ചിത്രങ്ങളുടെ നിരയിലേക്ക് ശ്രീനാഥ് ഭാസിയുടെ 'ആസാദി'". Asianet News. Retrieved 23 May 2025.
- ↑ "Azadi OTT release: Where to stream Sreenath Bhasi's medical thriller post theatrical run". OTTPlay. Retrieved 23 May 2025.
- ↑ "എല്ലാം പ്രവചനാതീതം, നമ്മൾ വെറും കാണികൾ; ബ്രില്ല്യന്റ് ക്ലൈമാക്സുമായി ആസാദി". Media One. Retrieved 23 May 2025.
- ↑ "Azadi movie review". Mathrubhumi. Retrieved 23 May 2025.