However, the director duo Akbar Jose, disciples of the hotshot filmmaker Kamal are half hearted in this endeavour. It becomes clear when an interesting idea which could have been developed into an equally gripping story is sacrificed midway for sheer gimmicks. The concept and narration of the film are in the mould of Srinivasan's masterpieces Vadakkunokkiyanthram and Chinthavishtayaya Shyamala. But the film owes much to Jathakam, scripted by Lohithadas in the later half of 1980s. Directed by Suresh Unnithan, it was a provoking film with a powerful theme that attacks superstitious beliefs connected with astrology and horoscope.

The story concentrates on the superstitious beliefs and views held by the protagonist Sadanandan (Dileep), a schoolteacher by profession. Born and brought up in a highly conservative family, Sadanandan relies heavily on astrology and horoscope. He interferes with the day-to-day affairs of the joint family, which consists of his elder brother Sudhdakaran (Siddique) wife Rukmini, sister Devu (Bindu Panikker), husband (Augustine) and their children. He disrupts the family functions citing various reasons in the name of astrology. In the meantime, he falls in love with Sumangala (Kavya Madhavan) After their marriage, Sadanandan's baseless beliefs bring the family on the verge of collapse. Sumangala persuades him to leave the ancestral home before the relationships get crumbled. They start living in a rented house. Hereafter, the story takes a serious turn. Sadanandan creates obstacles in the smooth functioning of the school. He gets suspended from service for six months. What unfolds there on is dramatic turn of events that results in a sentimental melodrama.The character of the protagonist essayed by Dileep could have been well etched. But what little he does, he does it with a distinctive style. It is tailor made for him giving ample scope for his trademark mannerisms.

Mohan Sithara comes up with a couple of good tunes. Yousaf Ali's lyrics, especially the one which begins with Neeyarinho Neelakkuzhali ninne vilikkunnu manasam is hummable. Cinematography by P Sukumar is commendable.

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