Malik is a Malayalam-language Indian movie directed by Mahesh Narayanan. The movie follows the life of Sulaiman Malik, who is born into a poor Muslim family in Kerala, India. Sulaiman grows up witnessing corruption, violence, and discrimination in his community and decides to take matters into his own hands.
As he becomes involved in the local politics and crime scene, Sulaiman realizes that the issues he is fighting are more complex than he initially thought. The movie explores themes of social justice, corruption, and the importance of community.
Review:
Malik is a powerful and emotionally charged movie that showcases the talents of its director and cast. The movie is well-paced, and the narrative is engaging, with unexpected twists and turns.
The acting is excellent, with Fahadh Faasil delivering a standout performance as Sulaiman. He portrays the character with nuance and sensitivity, making him relatable and sympathetic despite his flaws.
The movie’s cinematography and soundtrack are also impressive, with the stunning visuals and haunting music adding to the overall mood and tone of the film.
One of the strengths of Malik is its ability to tackle complex social issues without being preachy or didactic. The movie explores the intricacies of corruption and the ways in which it impacts people’s lives in subtle and profound ways.
Awards:
Malik has won several awards, including:
- Best Actor (Fahadh Faasil) at the National Film Awards (2021)
- Best Director and Best Original Screenplay at the Kerala State Film Awards (2020)
- Best Film at the Critics’ Choice Film Awards (2021)
- Best Actor (Fahadh Faasil) and Best Director at the Filmfare Awards South (2021)
| Directed by | Mahesh Narayanan |
|---|---|
| Written by | Mahesh Narayanan |
| Produced by | Anto Joseph |
| Starring | Fahadh Faasil, Nimisha Sajayan, Vinay Forrt, Joju George, Dileesh Pothan, |
| Cinematography | Sanu Varghese |
| Edited by | Mahesh Narayanan |
| Music by | Sushin Shyam |
| Production companies |
Anto Joseph Film Company Carnival Movie Network AP International |
| Distributed by | Amazon Prime Video |
| Release date | 15 July 2021 |
| Running time | 162 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
| Budget | ₹28 crore |