Corona Dhavan
Corona Dhavan is a 2023 Indian Malayalam-language comedy film directed by C.C. Nithin and written by Sujai Mohanraj. The film stars Lukman Avaran and Sreenath Bhasi in the lead roles,[4] with Johny Antony, Irshad Ali, Sruthy Jayan, Seema G. Nair, Dharmajan Bolgatty, Shivaji Guruvayoor, and Sunil Sukhada in the supporting cast.[5] It is produced by James John and Jerome John under the banner of James & Jerome Productions.[6] The story revolves around a group of alcoholics who face difficulties in getting liquor during the COVID-19 lockdown.[7][8]
| Corona Dhavan | |
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| File:Corona Dhavan 2023 poster.jpg Release poster | |
| Directed by | C.C. Nithin |
| Produced by |
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| Written by | Sujai Mohanraj |
| Starring | |
| Music by | Rijo Joseph |
| Cinematography | Janeesh Jayanandan |
| Edited by | Ajeesh Anand |
Production company | James & Jerome Productions |
| Distributed by | Magic Frames |
Release date |
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Running time | 130 minutes[2] |
| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
| Budget | est. ₹2.5 crore[3] |
The initial title of the film was Corona Javan which was later changed by the makers of the film to Corona Dhavan due to some technical reasons.[9][4]
CastEdit
- Lukman Avaran as Dhavan Vinu
- Sreenath Bhasi as Paambu Gladson
- Johny Antony as Sathyajith / Karikku Sathya, Excise Sub-inspector
- Irshad Ali as Rocket Shibu
- Sruthy Jayan as Swapna
- Seema G. Nair as Sumithra
- Dharmajan Bolgatty as Sabumon
- Vijilesh Karayad as Manu
- Sunil Sukhada
- Shivaji Guruvayoor as Antony Thomas, Deputy Superintendent of Police
- Sarath Sabha as Sumesh
- Bitto Davis as Godson
- Balaji Sharma as Sabu P.K., Excise Officer
- Unni Nair as Pappan
- Aneesh Gopal as Kuttan
- Sinoj Varghese as Durbhalan
- Vineeth Thattil as Bar Muthalali
- Harish Pengan
SoundtrackEdit
| Corona Dhavan | |
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| Soundtrack album by Rijo Joseph | |
| Released | April 25, 2023 |
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack |
| Length | 9:42 |
| Language | Malayalam |
| Label | Magic Frames Music |
The film's music is composed by Rijo Joseph and the background score is by Bibin Ashok. The lyrics are written by Suhail Koya, Manu Manjith, and Ajeesh Dasan.[6] The audio launch was done by Unni Mukundan and Vinay Forrt in a function held at Kochi on 25 April 2023.[10]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Kannu Kuzhanje" | Suhail Koya | Mathayi Sunil, Lukman, Johny Antony | 3:08 |
| 2. | "Thalakirukku" | Ajeesh Dasan | Anthony Daasan | 3:11 |
| 3. | "Vattam Vattam Chuttathe" | Manu Manjith | Arun Ashok, Neelima PR | 3:23 |
ReleaseEdit
TheatricalEdit
The film which was initially planned to be released on 28 July 2023 was later postponed.[11] It was then released in theatres on 4 August 2023 by Magic Frames owned by Listin Stephen.[12][6]
ReceptionEdit
Critical receptionEdit
Shilpa Nair Anand, critic of The Hindu, wrote, "With its multiple plotlines and many characters, debutant director CC’s movie seems more like a series of episodes than a cohesive narrative."[13]
Vignesh Madhu of The New Indian Express rated the film with 2.5 stars out of 5 and wrote, "Corona Dhavan is not a film where you pay attention to the themes explored or the development of character arcs. But some of its issues are too glaring to ignore."[14]
ReferencesEdit
- ↑ "Corona Dhavan (2023) | Corona Dhavan Malayalam Movie | Movie Reviews, Showtimes". NOWRUNNING. 2022-09-05. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ↑ "Corona Dhavan (2023) - Movie | Reviews, Cast & Release Date in Kochi". in.bookmyshow.com. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ↑ admin (2023-08-03). "Corona Dhavan Malayalam Movie Box Office Collection, Budget, Hit Or Flop". Cinefry. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Title of 'Corona Javan' changed to 'Corona Dhavan'". The Times of India. 2023-07-07. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ↑ "Malayalam film 'Corona Dhavan' gets a release date". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 "Corona Dhavan | കൊറോണ ജവാൻ (2023) - Mallu Release | Watch Malayalam Full Movies". www.mallurelease.com. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ↑ "'Corona Dhavan' gets a release date". The Times of India. 2023-07-28. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ↑ Ravikrishnan, Roselin (2023-08-05). "Corona Dhavan Malayalam Movie Review". News Portal. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ↑ "Lukman Avaran-Sreenath Bhasi's Corona Jawan Has A New Name, Details Here". News18. 2023-07-08. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ↑ "കൊറോണയും ജവാനും ഒരേപോലെ ഇഷ്ടമാണ്, പൊട്ടിച്ചിരിപ്പിച്ച് ലിസ്റ്റിൻ സ്റ്റീഫൻ; 'കൊറോണ ജവാൻ' റിലീസിന്". Mathrubhumi. 2023-04-26. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ↑ "Trailer of 'Corona Dhavan' out; an ensemble cast team up for this comedy caper". The Hindu. 2023-07-15. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ↑ "Corona Dhavan OTT Release Date | Where to watch Corona Dhavan Malayalam Movie on OTT Platform and Satellite Rights". www.filmibeat.com. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ↑ Nair Anand, Shilpa (2023-08-04). "'Corona Dhavan' movie review: Malayalam liquor comedy has its moments, but fails to make an impact". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2023-08-11.
- ↑ Madhu, Vignesh. "'Corona Dhavan' movie review: A passable film bereft of any lofty aims". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2023-08-11.