Manassinakkare
| Manassinakkare | |
|---|---|
 VCD cover | |
| Directed by | Sathyan Anthikkad |
| Produced by | Subair |
| Written by | Ranjan Pramod |
| Starring |
Sheela Jayaram Nayanthara Innocent Siddique |
| Music by |
Original Score & Songs: Ilaiyaraaja Lyrics: Gireesh Puthenchery |
| Cinematography | Azhagappan |
| Edited by | K. Rajagopal |
| Distributed by | Varnachithra & PJ Entertainments |
Release dates |
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Running time | 155 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
Manassinakkare (Malayalam: മനസ്സിനക്കരെ, English: Beyond the Mind) is a 2003 Malayalam family drama film directed by Sathyan Anthikkad and written by Ranjan Pramod. It stars Sheela, Jayaram, Nayantara, Innocent, Oduvil Unnikrishnan, K. P. A. C. Lalitha, Siddique, Sukumari, Nedumudi Venu, and Mammukoya in the main roles. The film's score and soundtrack were composed by Ilayaraja.[1]
The film marked a comeback for actress Sheela, and it was the debut film for Nayantara.
Plot
Kochu Thresia (Sheela), is a rich widow living a retired life in a quaint but beautiful village filled with eclectic characters. Living with her are her eldest son and family. Son and daughter-in-law are tired of Kochu Thresia's lovable eccentricities which they consider bad behavior for a woman her age. Her children consider her a nuisance who creates unnecessary trouble for them in their busy lives. Though old, Kochu Thresia is still young at heart and knows how to enjoy life getting into humorous predicaments which only incenses her grown-up kids. At this juncture, she meets the young, down-to-earth Reji (Jayaram) in whom she finds a sympathetic and understanding friend, and starts seeing him like a son. Reji eagerly fulfills all her wishes. From savouring the mouth-watering but forbidden beef to riding on the elephant, they enjoy all the moments spent together.
Cast
- Sheela... Kochu Thresia
- Jayaram ... Reji
- Nayantara ...Gauri
- Innocent... Chacko Mappila
- KPAC Lalitha... Kunju Maria
- Siddique... Tony
- Oduvil Unnikrishnan... Sreedharan
- Sukumari... Shanthamma
- Nedumudi Venu... Kuriakose
- Sona Nair... Sherin
- Reshmi Nambiar...Molikutty
- Rajesh Hebbar...Joy
- Reena...Sherly
- Anitha Nair ... Reetha
- Madhupal... Benny
- Mammukoya... Kunji Khadir
- T. P. Madhavan
- Santhakumari
- Manikandan Pattambi
- Joju George
- Shivaji
- Ottapalam Pappan
Soundtrack
| Manassinakkare | |
|---|---|
| Soundtrack album by Ilayaraja | |
| Genre | Film |
| Language | Malayalam |
The film features songs composed by Ilayaraja and written by Gireesh Puthenchery.
| Song Title | Singer | Lyrics |
|---|---|---|
| Chellathathe [D] | K. S. Chithra, Biju Narayanan | Gireesh Puthenchery |
| Chellathathe(F) | K. S. Chithra | Gireesh Puthenchery |
| Chendaykkoru kolundeda | M. G. Sreekumar, P. Jayachandran | Gireesh Puthenchery |
| Marakudayaal | M. G. Sreekumar, Chorus | Gireesh Puthenchery |
| Melleyonnu Paadi Ninne [D] | Dr. K. J. Yesudas, Jyotsna | Gireesh Puthenchery |
| Melleyonnu Paadi Ninne [M] | Dr. K. J. Yesudas | Gireesh Puthenchery |
| Thankathinkal Vaanil | Vijay Yesudas, Asha G. Menon, Chorus | Gireesh Puthenchery |
Awards
Filmfare Awards South
- Best Film - Subair
- Best Director - Sathyan Anthikkad
- Best Music Director - Dr. Ilaiyaraaja
- Best Actor - Jayaram
- Best Supporting Actor - Innocent
- Best Supporting Actress - K. P. A. C. Lalitha
Asianet Film Awards
- Best Director - Sathyan Anthikkad
- Best Male Playback Singer - M. G. Sreekumar
- Best Makeup Artist - Pandyan
- Best New Face of the Year (Female) - Nayanthara
Legacy
The film, upon release got good response from the audience and turned out to be a hit. Since then, there has been a surge in popularity of the movie, and got overwhelming viewership when aired on television. Some consider this film to be one of the best family-drama movies of the decade especially praising the performance of veteran actors such as Sheela, Innocent and KPAC Lalitha.
References
- ↑ "Manassinakkare Film Details". malayalachalachithram. Retrieved 18 August 2014.