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'Jan.E.Man' is a 2021 Indian Malayalam-language comedy drama film written and directed by the debutant Chidambaram. It was co-written by Ganapathi (Chidambaram's younger brother) and Sapnesh Varachal. The film stars Basil Joseph, Balu Varghese, Lal, Arjun Ashokan and Ganapathi in important roles. The film was produced by Lakshmi Warrier, Ganesh Menon, Sajith Kookal and Shawn Antony under the banner of Cheers Entertainment. The film was released on 19 November 2021, and was unanimously met with positive response with praise towards the performances (particularly Basil Joseph's and Balu Varghese's), clean humour, emotional depth, story and Chidambaran's direction and become a Superhit at box office.

Plot



Joymon is a nurse in the desolate part of Canada. He decides to come home to Kerala to celebrate his 30th birthday with his old school friends. He decides to celebrate his birthday from his friend Sampath's house(Arjun Ashokan).Sampath and Faizal (Ganapathi S Poduval) initially do not like the idea of Joymon celebrating his birthday but he reluctantly agrees when he was offered free drinks on the event. At the same time a house opposite Sampath's house was undergoing a funeral due to the death of the old man in the house. Joymon and his friends are left in a tight spot. Misunderstanding, selfishness, and clash of personalities becomes the premise of the movie.

Cast



* Basil Joseph as Joymon

* Arjun Ashokan as Sambath

* Ganapathi S Poduval as Dr. Faizal Khan

* Balu Varghese as Monichan

* Lal as Plathottathil Kochukunju

* Siddharth Menon as Ratheesh aka (TV Serial artist Nandan Varma)

* Riya Saira as Jesnamol

* Ganga Meera as Sambath's mother

* Abhiram Radhakrishnan as Akshay Kumar

* Sajin Gopu as Saji Vypin

* Prashant Murali as Chacko

* Sarath Sabha as Kannan

* Sruthy Sathyan as Aiswarya

* Prapti Elizabeth as Ammu

* Chembil Ashokan

* Gilu Joseph as Saramma

* Remya Suresh

* Maneesha K.S. as Police in neighbourhood

*Kunjukutty as Havildar. Palathottathil Ittiyavara

*Asif Ali (actor) as young Havildar. Plathottathil Ittiyavara (voice only)

Production



The movie marks the directional debut of Chidambaram. The movie was made during the COVID-19 pandemic and its shooting started on 9 September 2020, and it was wrapped up in 35 days. It was shot in Kochi and Kashmir. Arjun Ashokan and Balu Varghese were part of the project from the get-go.

Vishnu Thandassery, who had worked in many films as a still photographer has debuted as a cinematographer through this film. Music director Bijibal composed the background scores for this movie. Kiran Das is the editor and Vinesh Bangalan is the art director of the film. R. G. Vayandan did the makeup and Mahser Hamsa arranged the costumes for the movie. The film was co-written by Ganapathi S Poduval who is the brother of the director.

Marketing



The teaser of the movie was released by Dulquer Salmaan on 9 July 2021. Mohanlal, Tovino Thomas and Asif Ali released the first look poster of the film on 30 August 2021. The song 'Mizhiyoram' from the 1980 Malayalam movie 'Manjil Virinja Pookkal' was remastered in this film. The song was released by Manju Warrier on 3 November 2021. The official trailer of the film was released on 11 November 2021, by Mammootty through his official Facebook Page. The satellite right of the movie was grabbed by Surya Tv.

Release



The movie was released in theatres of Kerala on 19 November 2021. Initially the movie had previews in 90 release centers, the movie was welcomed by a low initial response but after increased demand from the audience, the movie was previewed in 150 release centers across Kerala after a week. The movie was released outside Kerala on 10 December 2021.

Reception



The movie received positive response from the critics as well as from the audience. 'The Times of India' gave a rating of 3.5 on 5 and wrote that, "This is a film that will make you both laugh and cry at the same time, offering insights into the meaning of happiness, togetherness, friendship and more. This movie is suited for those who like situational comedy, real-life people and quirky connections." Sajin Srijith of 'The New Indian Express' commented that, "Jan.E.Man is a welcome bundle of laughs, emotions, and other surprises. The film finds a neat balance between its laughs and intense emotions." 'Firstpost' rated the movie with 3.5 on 5 and exclaimed, "The outcome of Chidambaram's confident direction and a sharp script is an intelligent and entertaining film." Appreciating the script and the performances of the movie S. R. Praveen of 'The Hindu' wrote that, "Jan-E-man, with its inventive script and earnest performances, hits all the right notes."

Vishal Menon of 'Film Companion' said that, "Jan.E.Man is a movie that you would have got when Lijo Jose Pellissery had co-directed 'Ee.Ma.Yau.' with Rafi Mecartin. The movie is an original, if uneven, dark comedy with an excellent ensemble." Sify gave a rating of 3.5 on 5 and wrote that, "Jan-E-Man is A feel good entertainer. Lal and Balu Varghese shines as Kochu Kunju and Monichan respectively. Arjun Ashokan, Ganapathi, Basil Joseph, Riya Saira and Siddharth Menon are impressive." 'Malayala Manorama' appreciated the movie by writing that, "Janeman is a procession of laughter." OTT Play gives a rating of 3.5 on 5 and writes that, "Jan.E.Man movie review: Basil Joseph, Arjun Ashokan -starrer takes you on a rollercoaster ride of emotions."

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