Prithviraj Sukumaran‘s latest Malayalam movie ‘Khalifa’ arrived in theatres on August 20. The Vysakh directorial is the first entry among the Onam releases in Mollywood this time. Early reactions from viewers have started appearing on social media. First-half responses are mostly favourable, although some viewers have raised concerns about the narration.
Netizens praise the first half of ‘Khalifa’
One viewer appreciated the opening but suggested that the second half would be crucial to the final verdict.“First half so far intro to Aamir’s first consignment under severe struggles, legacy hyping and all with some good theatre moments. Verdict depends on second half. With this flow, a part 2 is higher possibility. #Khalifa.”
Prithviraj Sukumaran’s intro wins praise
Several viewers singled out Prithviraj Sukumaran’s entry in ‘Khalifa’. Another X user expressed strong appreciation for the first half while highlighting the actor and music composer.“Khalifa 1st half kidilan.!!!!!! Jakes & Prithvi കത്തിക്കൽ #KHALIFA #Prithiviraj #Mohanlal #Mollywood.”A separate reaction read,”Intro. Fight. Bgm. @PrithviOfficial #Khalifa,”Jakes Bejoy‘s background score has become another frequently mentioned aspect of the early reactions. A viewer described the first half as enjoyable and praised the combination of Prithviraj Sukumaran’s introduction, the action and the music.The viewer wrote, “#Khalifa so far nyz one Prithvi Intro. Fight. Bgm. Then from Uppupaas legacy narrations all chumma interval okke vyshak പണ്ണി. If the second half is better, an Onam winner is on the cards waiting for that.”
Some viewers find narration predictable
Some viewers have enjoyed the presentation, while others have criticised aspects of the screenplay.One viewer praised the lead actor and Jakes Bejoy’s music but felt that parts of the story lacked freshness.“#Khalifa – First Half Stylish Prithviraj & Jakes Bejoy’s BGM r only positives so far. Highly Predictable Narration. Gold Smuggling Scenes r outdated. Hoping for a BIG Second Half.”
More about ‘Khalifa’
Also known as ‘Khalifa: The Ruler’, the movie follows Aamir Ali, a powerful figure from a prominent smuggling dynasty. The story centres on his attempt to protect his family’s legacy. Prithviraj Sukumaran plays Aamir Ali in the action thriller. Mohanlal, Neil Nitin Mukesh and Indrans are also part of the cast. Krithi Shetty, Rajisha Vijayan and Malvika Sharma feature in supporting roles. Vysakh directed ‘Khalifa,’ while Jinu V. Abraham wrote the movie. Jakes Bejoy composed the music.
