Hridayapoorvam: A Heartfelt Malayalam Drama

Hridayapoorvam, a Malayalam romantic drama featuring superstar Mohanlal, Malavika Mohanan, Sangeeth Pratap, and Sangita Nair, is now showing in cinemas worldwide. Audiences are praising the film for its touching story and standout performances by the main cast.

Directed by the renowned Sathyan Anthikad, this movie marks a reunion with Mohanlal since their 2015 collaboration, Ennum Eppozhum. Known for his slice-of-life dramas and comedies, Anthikad has released Hridayapoorvam ahead of the Onam festival in Kerala, a prime time for movie releases.

Expectations were high for this film, given the duo’s history of delivering hits like Gandhi Nagar Second Street (1986), Sanmanasullavarku Samadhanam (1986), Varavelpu (1989), and Nadodikattu (1987), which became cult classics. Mohanlal has been on a roll this year with blockbuster films L2: Empuraan and Thudarum breaking box office records.

Here’s what audiences are saying about the film.

Praise for Plot and Humor

Viewers have highlighted the film’s comedy, especially the banter between Mohanlal and Sangeeth Pratap, a rising star in Malayalam cinema. The movie follows Anthikad’s signature blend of comedy and drama, providing a delightful experience for theatergoers.

The trailer, under two minutes long, features a humorous yet emotional scene in which Mohanlal’s character reveals his inner turmoil.

Many others felt the film did justice to the “Mohanlal-Anthikad” duo, calling it a “complete laughter riot.”

“This is a typical feel-good film with a surprisingly forward-thinking screenplay,” one viewer commented.

Audiences have also praised Sangeeth Pratap’s impeccable comic timing and Malavika Mohanan’s well-portrayed role.

The film’s synopsis reveals Mohanlal as a heart transplant survivor who attends his donor’s daughter’s engagement, sparking a series of comedic events.