Kaathal: The Core - First Day First Reactions

Mammotty and Jyotika starrer, Kaathal: The Core released on Thursday and is receiving raving initial reviews. In the Jeo Baby directorial, Mammootty plays as Mathew Devassy, a retired cooperative bank official-turned-politician, and Jyotika as his wife. The movie courageously explores the complexities of human relationships, sexual orientation, societal attitude and taboos.

When Jeo Baby as a director traverses through the uncharted territories, Mammottty as an actor aces his role as a closeted homosexual in the movie. It seems actor churning out layers of his acting potential and refining his skills through each roles he comes across. “Kaathal The Core once again establishes the determination of one of the most successful actors in the Indian film industry to tackle burning social issues and present them with utmost conviction,” Subhajit Banerjee writes. Equally admirable is Jyotika”s emotionally intense performance with controlled expressions and nuances.

Social media, especially Twitter is pouring with overwhelming messages praising the film. As user named @SKErrorist wrote: “Progress in society should also be reflected in the cinema. Reflecting.. kudos to the team, Mammootty & Mammootty Kampany An out-of-the box product!” Another user, @manuthankachy wrote: “anybody can write a script on social message, but to write it without being preachy and to execute it without any melodrama that”s where Adarsh Sukumaran Paulson Skaria and Jeo Baby won as sensible and clever film makers.” Similarly, @Swathi_Prasad96 wrote on X, “Kaathal The Core is an emotional rollercoaster that grips your soul. Kudos to Mammootty for yet another masterpiece at his age! This progressive gem by Jeo Baby is a slow-burn marvel, weaving emotions flawlessly. Superb writing and soul-stirring music elevate every moment. 5/5.”

Thus, the morning reviews gathers overall positive reviews for the movie. The initial reaction reflect  that movie hit its right cords with the audiences. “Kaathal The Core has a slow pace, and this pace defines the depth of the characters as the movie progresses,” Subhajit Banerjee adds. Besides Mammooty and Jyotika, Kaathal depicts a stellar cast involving Lalu Alex, Muthumani, Chinnu Chandini, Sudhi Kozhikode, and Adarsh Sukumaran. When it marks another hit for Mammootty Kampany,  it gives another precious gem for Malayalam cinema.