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AANANDAM REVIEW


Cast:         Thomas Mathew, Roshan Mathew, Annu Antony, Vishak Nair, Siddhi
Music:       Sachin Warrier
Direction: Ganesh raj

The movie opens up with a narration introducing the characters. Akshay ( Thomas Mathew) a silent innocent one, Gautham ( Roshan Mathew) a rock star faking himself. Kuppi ( Vaishak) a carefree jovial one, Varun ( Arun Kurian) a disciplined one. It’s not only about four guys with different characterization but a perfect casting that one believes these actors’ real life character is same as the film’s. On the lines of female actors, Devika (Annu Antony) who madly in love with Gautham, Diya ( Siddhi) who is jovial and Darsana who is alone deeply into her drawing book.

The film is not about serious romance or a social message of college life or even film with twists and turns. It’s a fun filled about the industrial visit that these college students go on. The scenes where they (the lead actors) are frustrated about IV location is relatable to any college student. Ironically this is one film that talks about the struggle of choosing a destination. The choice of location, Hampi and Goa, is refreshing than the offbeat places in other college based films.

The film has a few cherishing moments, like the scene before intermission where Akshay talks with his love interest Diya( Siddhi) for the first time. Their conversation ends with a soulful music ending the first half of the film. The other scene is when the four guys talk shot at ‘Dil chata hai’ fort. The songs are another major advantage for this to look refreshing. ‘Payye Veesum’ song and it’s visual is bliss.

Ganesh raj’s direction along with beautiful cinematography and blissful music makes Aanandam a nostalgia to college days.


Verdict: Go on a trip with the team!

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