Tovino Thomas' ARM movie review

Author: Desimartini Editorial Team

Ajayante Randam Moshanam (ARM) centres around Ajayan, played brilliantly by Tovino Thomas, and his struggle with the burden of his legacy.  

ARM movie review

ARM, written by Sujith Nambiar and directed by Jithin Laal, features multiple narrators, giving it a distinct oral storytelling feel. 

ARM movie review

The film opens with Mohanlal's voice narrating from outer space, leading into a world of deception and folklore set in feudal Kerala.

ARM movie review

A magical lamp made from a fallen comet becomes the centre of a tale of power, bravery, and betrayal. 

ARM movie review

Tovino plays Kunjikelu, who earns the king's favour and takes the magical lamp back to his village, but his legacy is later tarnished.

ARM movie review

ARM movie review

 Maniyan, Kunjikelu's son, rebels against the injustices faced by his family.

ARM movie review

Visually, ARM is stunning, with rich depictions of feudal Kerala’s culture and tradition. 

ARM movie review

Tovino shines in the triple role, especially as Maniyan, delivering a physically intense and powerful performance. 

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ARM movie review