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KL 10 Patthu
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| KL 10 Pathu | |
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 Theatrical poster | |
| Directed by | Muhsin Parari |
| Written by | Muhsin Parari |
| Produced by | Alexander Mathew Satheesh Mohan LJ Films |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Vishnu Narayanan |
| Edited by | Manoj |
| Music by | Bijibal |
| Distributed by | LJ Films |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
KL 10 Patthu (denoted as KL10 or KL Patthu) is a 2015 Indian Malayalam-language romantic comedy film written and directed by Muhsin Parari in his directorial debut. Unni Mukundan and Chandini Sreedharan portray the lead characters, with Saiju Kurup, Aju Varghese, Neeraj Madhav, Mamukkoya, and Sreenath Bhasi in supporting roles.
Plot
[edit]The film begins when Jinn narrates about a village and a few of the village guys, including Ahmed, a web journalist and passionate football player[2] - who sees a girl at a film festival in Kozhikode and is smitten. Shadiya joins his college for a project and the teacher asks Ahmed to guide Shadiya about the lectures and college campus. The two fall in love and decide to marry secretly. Being his best friend, Ahmed tells Faizal about his affair and their upcoming marriage. Faizal shares that with Ajmal, Ahmed's brother, on the day when Shadiya and Ahmed leave the town for their wedding. Ajmal, along with Faizal and a few of their friends, goes in search of Ahmed and Shadiya. The film portrays what transpires in the rest of the day.
The music label for the movie is Muzik247
Cast
[edit]- Unni Mukundan as Ahmed
- Chandini Sreedharan as Shadiya Mansoor & Nadiya Mansoor
- Saiju Kurup as Ajmal
- Sreenath Bhasi as Djinn
- Mamukoya as Hamsakutty
- Aju Varghese as Chekutty
- Neeraj Madhav as Afthab
- Aneesh Menon as Yousef
- Lukman Avaran as Nasarullah
- Shivaji Guruvayoor as Beeran
- Anil Murali as Bavakka
- Rajesh Hebbar as Kunju
- Ahmed Sidhique as Rosshan
- Neena Kurup as Raseena
- Thomas Kuriakose
- Santhosh Keezhattoor as Ali Sir
- Sudhi Koppa as Nizam
- Pradeep Kottayam as Registrar
Music
[edit]All lyrics are written by Umbachy and Santhosh Varma; all music is composed by Bijibal.
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Duniyaavin" | Bijibal | 03:35 |
| 2. | "Enthaanu Khalbe" | Soumya Ramakrishnan, Najim Arshad, Palakkad Sreeram | 03:30 |
| 3. | "Halaakinte Avalumkanji" | Benny Dayal | 02:38 |
| Total length: | 09:43 | ||
References
[edit]- ^ "Chandini Sreedharan, a new heroine in Mollywood floor". onlookersmedia. 15 February 2015.
- ^ P. K. Ajith Kumar (19 March 2015). "Playing for keeps". The Hindu.
External links
[edit]- KL10 Patthu at IMDb
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KL 10 Patthu
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Synopsis
Plot summary
KL 10 Patthu is a 2015 Malayalam romantic comedy-drama set in a remote village in Malappuram district, North Kerala, where the traditions of seven-a-side football tournaments form a vibrant backdrop.[4] The story centers on Ahmed, a laid-back young web journalist and passionate football enthusiast, who falls in love with Shadiya, a traditional yet stylish architect from a prominent family.[2][4] Their budding romance, however, encounters strong opposition from their parents and the conservative village norms, prompting the couple to elope in a bid to defy societal pressures.[2] Narrated through the whimsical perspective of a mischievous jinn (genie), the narrative employs a multi-stranded structure that intertwines the lovers' flight with parallel events in the village, including a heated panchayat election and the high-stakes final of a local football tournament.[5] Ahmed's close-knit group of friends—comprising a schoolteacher, fellow players, and quirky locals—embark on a comedic pursuit to locate and retrieve the runaway pair, highlighting bonds of friendship and community loyalty.[2][4] The film alternates between past and present timelines to delve into the characters' backstories, family dynamics, and the cultural milieu of Malappuram, infused with elements of fantasy and a subtle good-versus-evil undertone.[5][2] As the plot unfolds, the intertwining of personal dilemmas with communal festivities underscores themes of youthful rebellion, love's resilience, and the spirit of sportsmanship, culminating in a resolution that celebrates Malabar's folk traditions, cuisine, and socio-political vibrancy.[5][6]Setting and themes
KL 10 Patthu is primarily set in the Malappuram district of northern Kerala, capturing the essence of rural Malabar life through its depiction of a remote village community. The film integrates local landmarks such as Varakkal Beach in Kozhikode for key scenes, while emphasizing the region's vibrant socio-cultural fabric, including traditional attire like dhotis and hijabs, as well as everyday elements like Northern Kerala cuisine.[4] The narrative unfolds against a backdrop of concurrent local events, such as a panchayat election and a seven-a-side football tournament final, which highlight the communal rhythms and festivities of Malappuram.[2] This setting is enriched by the district's distinctive slang, religious diversity, and political undercurrents, creating an authentic portrayal of Malabar's social setup.[7] The film's themes revolve around a light-hearted romantic comedy that explores young love amidst familial and societal opposition. At its core is the relationship between protagonists Ahmed, an aspiring web journalist and football enthusiast, and Shadiya, an educated architect, whose romance leads to an elopement due to parental disapproval, underscoring tensions in family dynamics and inter-personal relationships.[4] Comedy arises from the quirky, slang-infused interactions among friends and family, often amplified by exaggerated reactions to the couple's flight, blending humor with the chaos of pursuit scenes.[2] Broader social themes emerge through the integration of local politics, including communist influences and panchayat rivalries, as well as subtle nods to religious conflicts and gender roles, where women's agency is portrayed within conservative structures.[7] Football serves as a unifying motif, symbolizing community spirit and youthful aspirations, while a surreal fantasy element involving a genie adds a whimsical layer to the coming-of-age narrative.[5] Overall, the film celebrates Malappuram's cultural vibrancy—encompassing folk traditions, sports, and light-hearted resilience—without delving deeply into overt social critique.[4]Production
Development
KL 10 Patthu marked the directorial and screenwriting debut of Muhsin Parari, a filmmaker from Malappuram known for his prior work on the viral rap video Native Bappa featuring comedian Mamukkoya, which helped establish his reputation in regional storytelling.[4] Parari conceived the film as a romantic comedy set in a remote Malappuram village, drawing on the district's traditions of sevens football to explore social and political dynamics while challenging stereotypes often portrayed in popular media.[4][8] The script emphasized a multi-layered narrative blending humor, romance, and local issues like panchayat elections and community events, aiming to offer audiences a fresh, authentic depiction of North Kerala life.[8] Production was spearheaded by Alexander Mathew and Satheesh Mohan under the banner of LJ Films.[1] Pre-production focused on assembling a cast that reflected the film's regional authenticity, including local talents to enhance realism.[8] The team also incorporated real-life elements, such as featuring local footballer T. Asif Sahir for sports sequences, to enhance realism.[4] Key technical roles were assigned early, with cinematographer Vishnu Narayanan and composer Bijibal (with lyrics by Santosh Varma) brought on to capture the vibrant, rural aesthetic and infuse the soundtrack with folk influences.[4] By mid-2015, principal photography had wrapped, transitioning into post-production, which included editing and sound design to refine the film's energetic tone.[8] Parari's approach during development prioritized organic storytelling rooted in his personal connection to Malappuram, ensuring the project remained low-key yet ambitious for a debut venture.[4]Filming
Principal photography for KL 10 Patthu took place primarily in the Kozhikode and Malappuram districts of Kerala, capturing the film's rural North Malabar setting and its focus on local traditions like sevens football.[9][4] Shooting was underway by March 2015, with key sequences filmed in remote villages of Malappuram to authentically depict the backdrop of a panchayat election, football tournament, and elopement storyline.[4] A notable beach sequence was shot at Varakkal Beach in Kozhikode, featuring action with cars along Bhatt Road to highlight the coastal elements of the narrative.[4] Cinematographer Vishnu Narayanan emphasized natural lighting and on-location authenticity to portray the vibrant community life and football fervor in Malappuram.[4] The production progressed steadily through May 2015, aligning with the film's release around Eid in July.[9] Lead actor Unni Mukundan underwent a rigorous physical transformation for his role as Ahmed, shedding approximately 19 kg from 92 kg to 73 kg to embody a leaner, more relatable village youth involved in the football scenes.[4] This weight loss, initiated in early 2015, involved forgoing gym routines and muscle-building to achieve the character's everyday appearance, as directed by debutant Muhsin Parari.[10][11] The football tournament sequences incorporated local players, including T. Asif Sahir, to ensure realistic portrayal of Malappuram's sporting culture.[4]Cast
Main cast
The main cast of KL 10 Patthu centers on Unni Mukundan, who portrays the protagonist Ahmed, a young man navigating romance and village life in Kerala.[3] Chandini Sreedharan plays the dual roles of Shadiya Mansoor and her twin sister Hadiya Mansoor, adding layers to the film's romantic and comedic elements.[12] Supporting the leads are Saiju Kurup as Ajmal, Ahmed's close friend and confidant, and Aju Varghese as Faizal, contributing to the ensemble's dynamic interactions during key events like the panchayat election and football tournament.[3] Sreenath Bhasi delivers a standout performance as the Djinn, a supernatural character integral to the plot's twists, while Neeraj Madhav appears as Aftab, enhancing the youthful camaraderie among the group.[12]| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Unni Mukundan | Ahmed |
| Chandini Sreedharan | Shadiya Mansoor / Hadiya Mansoor |
| Saiju Kurup | Ajmal |
| Aju Varghese | Faizal |
| Sreenath Bhasi | Djinn |
| Neeraj Madhav | Aftab |
Supporting cast
The supporting cast of KL 10 Patthu features several established Malayalam actors in key secondary roles that enhance the film's romantic comedy narrative, often portraying friends, family members, and quirky locals.[1] Aju Varghese plays Faizal, a close friend of the protagonist Ahmed who provides comic relief through his enthusiastic and bumbling antics.[3][13] Mamukkoya portrays Hamsakutty, an elderly villager whose humorous interactions add warmth and local flavor to the story's rural setting.[14] Neeraj Madhav appears as Aftab, another friend in the ensemble who contributes to the group's dynamic adventures.[15] Additional supporting performers include Santhosh Keezhattoor in a minor role, alongside Aneesh G. Menon and Ashraf Mohammed, who fill out the community of characters surrounding the leads.[1][16]Soundtrack
Composition
The soundtrack of KL 10 Patthu was composed by Bijibal, a prominent Malayalam music director known for blending regional folk elements with contemporary genres. Bijibal crafted the album to reflect the film's Malappuram setting, incorporating influences from Mappila traditions, qawwali, and rock, resulting in a concise runtime of under 10 minutes across three tracks. This fusion aimed to capture the cultural vibrancy of northern Kerala, using traditional instruments like the harmonium and tabla alongside modern production techniques such as processed vocals and techno beats. The lyrics were written by Santhosh Varma for the first two tracks and Rafeeq Ahamed for the third.[17][18] The composition process emphasized imaginative orchestration, drawing from rock influences reminiscent of The Doors in energetic tracks, while qawali-style harmonies added a rhythmic, foot-tapping quality to romantic sequences. For instance, Bijibal's own vocals in the lead track feature a dark blues-rock base enhanced by techno elements and macho guitaring, creating a dynamic sound that aligns with the film's comedic and fantastical tones. Similarly, the use of orchestral turns in other songs highlights flamboyant vocal deliveries, bridging traditional Malabari Malayalam lyrics with rock arrangements to evoke local festivities and emotional depth.[17][18] Overall, Bijibal's approach prioritized cultural authenticity over elaborate experimentation, resulting in a soundtrack that received positive reviews for its harmonious integration of folk and modern sounds, earning a 7/10 rating from critics for its evocative and region-specific appeal.[17]Track listing
The soundtrack of KL 10 Patthu consists of three songs, all composed by Bijibal.[19]| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Lyricist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Duniyaavin Maithaanathu" | Bijibal | Santhosh Varma | 3:34[20] |
| 2 | "Enthaanu Khalbe" | Najim Arshad, Palakkad Sreeram, Sowmya Ramakrishnan | Santhosh Varma | 3:29[21] |
| 3 | "Halaakkinte Avalumkanji" | Benny Dayal | Rafeeq Ahamed | 2:37[22] |