Director Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval is back with another heartwarming movie, Sureshinteyum Sumalathayudeyum Hridayahariyaya Pranayakatha, which is a spin-off of his 2022 blockbuster Nna Thaan Case Kodu. The story revolves around the characters Suresh and Sumalatha (played by Rajesh Madhavan and Chithra Nair), who are smitten for each other. Kunchacko Boban makes a guest appearance in the film, creating a link between the two movies.
The love story of Sureshan and Sumalatha plays out in three different time lines. A Taj Mahal replica that Sureshan gifts Sumalatha at the beginning of the movie is the motif for their feelings throughout the film. The sculpture—and their love—which gets lost at some point in the film finds itself on the shore when the time is finally right.
Sureshan revives theatre and traditions associated with it in the small town, bringing all the theatre enthusiasts together, even as his ultimate goal is to spend time with Sumalatha. The problems that arise during the practice of the play and the dynamics between the characters form the background for the love story. The revival of theatre united and divided the society, just like love. The play portrayed in the movie is intertwined with the main plot line.
The music by Dawn Vincent, the soundtrack and the songs elevate the scenes. The evergreen song 'Aayiram Kannumayi' plays an important role in the story, showing the fondness of the young lovers for each other. Rajesh Madhavan, Chithra Nair, Sudeesh Kozhikode, Sharanya Ramachandran, Jinu Joseph, Babu Annur and others come up with brilliant performances, making the proceedings immensely enjoyable. The choice of costumes are on par with the characters – different and unique.
While it can be tough to portray evolving love of the lead pair in three different timelines simultaneously, the cast managed to do it convincingly. The tides of times may pass by, but the story of Sureshan and Sumalatha will remain the same, through three worlds or even more.
Sureshinteyum Sumalathayudeyum Hridayahariyaya Pranayakatha is a good choice when you are in the mood for a light-hearted movie.
Movie: Sureshinteyum Sumalathayudeyum Hridayahariyaya Pranayakatha
Cast: Rajesh Madhavan, Chithra Nair, Sudeesh Kozhikode, Sharanya Ramachandran, Jinu Joseph, Babu Annur and others
Director: Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval
Rating: 3/5