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Ashakal Aayiram Opens With Praise for Jayaram Duo, Critiques of Melodrama

Early reviews highlight father–son chemistry as the film’s standout element.

Overview

  • The Malayalam family drama released in Indian theaters on February 6, 2026, directed by G. Prajith and led by real-life father and son Jayaram and Kalidas Jayaram.
  • The story follows a young social media influencer pursuing an acting dream as his father initially resists in a traditional Kerala household context.
  • Critics describe a pleasant, feel-good tone undercut by uneven pacing, heightened sentiment in the latter half, and a predictable climax.
  • Performances are widely praised, with Jayaram drawing the richer arc, Kalidas earning lighter notes, and Sharaf U Dheen’s extended cameo called impactful alongside Asha Sarath’s presence.
  • Early audience posts on X report an engaging second half with clean humor and emotional moments, while others find the script average with jokes and momentum that falter.