Kishkindha Kaandam (U/A)
12/Sep/2024 Mystery, Thriller 2hrs 05mins

3.80

Asif Ali and Vijayaraghavan bring depth to this intense psychological drama

However, the film�s portrayal of Chachu, the missing boy, is a notable drawback. Instead of fostering empathy, Chachu is used primarily as a tool to drive the suspense, with his emotional depth and personal struggles largely overlooked. His attempts to run away from home, coupled with the dismissive...(more)

Source: Anjana Geroge, Times Of India

3.50

A sublime and poignant mystery bolstered by terrific performances

Kishkindha Kaandam also features a backdrop that becomes an integral character in itself. Just as a dense forest can be a maze of unpredictability, where every step has the potential to reveal a new shadowy layer, the secrets surrounding Appu Pillai run deep, waiting to be unearthed. The characters ...(more)

Source: Abishek, The New Indian Express

3.50

A flawless screenplay drives this intriguing mystery drama

Elevating the hard work in almost all the other departments are the heartfelt performances from the three central characters and some of the side characters, like those played by Jagadish and Ashokan. Vijayaraghavan internalises a character who is caught between the false pride of his heydays and th...(more)

Source: Praveen, The Hindu