
Machante Malakha Malayalam Movie
An over-affectionate wife and a husband, who tries hard to adjust with it.
Boban Samuel’s Machante Malakha has received largely negative reviews, with critics pointing out its outdated storytelling, regressive themes, and lackluster execution. While the film attempts to explore family dynamics and gender role reversals, it ultimately falls into the trap of reinforcing stereotypes rather than challenging them. Critics have also noted the miscasting of Soubin Shahir, weak performances, and an over-reliance on melodramatic soap-opera tropes. While OnManorama.com appreciated its fresh perspective on domestic abuse, most reviews criticized its lack of nuance and ineffective humor.
Verdict:
Despite its intentions, Machante Malakha struggles to deliver a meaningful narrative. The mixed-to-negative reception suggests that it neither entertains nor provokes thought effectively.
REVIEWS (5)
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Soubin Shahir | |
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Namitha Pramod | |
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Dhyan Sreenivasan | |
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Dileesh Pothan | |
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Manoj K U | |
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Vineeth Thattil David | |
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Shanthi Krishna |
Director: Boban Samuel
Producer: Abraham Mathew
Music Director: Ouseppachan
Song Lyrics Writer: Sinto Sunny
Sound Designer: M R Rajakrishnan
Cinematographer: Vivek Menon
Editor: Ratheesh Raj
Art Designer: Sahas Bala
Original Story Writer: Jexson Antony