Kunjamminis Hospital is a 2023 Indian Malayalam-language comic fantasy horror film directed by Sanal V. Devan in his directorial debut and co-written by Abhayakumar K. and Anil Kurian. The film features an ensemble cast, including Indrajith Sukumaran, Nyla Usha, Prakash Raj, Baburaj, Sarayu Mohan, Mallika Sukumaran, Harisree Ashokan, Shari, Binu Pappu, Biju Spoanam, and Alexander Prasanth. It was produced by Santhosh Thrivikraman under the banner of Wow Cinemas.[3]
Kunjamminis Hospital | |
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Directed by | Sanal V. Devan |
Written by |
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Produced by | Santhosh Thrivikraman |
Starring | |
Cinematography | Ajay David Kachappilly |
Edited by | Mansoor Muthutty |
Music by | Ranjin Raj |
Production company | Wow Cinemas |
Distributed by | Wow Cinemas |
Release date |
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Running time | 134 minutes[2] |
Country | India |
Language | Malayalam |
Principal photography commenced in June 2022 in Irinjalakuda. The songs and background score were composed by Ranjin Raj, while the cinematography and editing were handled by Ajay David Kachappilly and Mansoor Muthutty.
Kunjamminis Hospital was originally scheduled to release on 28 July 2023 and was later theatrically released on 11 August 2023 to mixed reviews.[4]
Cast
edit- Indrajith Sukumaran as Dr. Lyon Ilanjikkaran
- Nyla Usha as Riny Titus
- Prakash Raj as Dr. Chacko
- Baburaj as Maala Varkey
- Sarayu Mohan as Susanna Johny
- Mallika Sukumaran as Reetha Uthup Paalamattom (Ammamachi)
- Harisree Ashokan as Pappachan
- Binu Pappu as Charlie Manjooran
- Biju Spoanam as Fr. Ainickal George
- Alexander Prasanth as Rajan Kartha
- Shari as Dr. Rashmi Balan
- Sarath Das as Dr. Sam Joseph
- Gilu Joseph as Elsy
- Ganga Meera as Kathrina
- Altaf Manaf as Sajimon
- Ashvi Prajith as Aaroshi
- James Eliya
- Sudheer Paravoor
- Unniraj Cheruvathur
- Aradhya Ann
Production
editFilming
editPrincipal photography began on 27 June 2022 with a pooja ceremony held in Irinjalakuda.[5][6]
Marketing
editThe first-look poster was released on 7 January 2023 featuring Indrajith, Nyla Usha, Prakash Raj, Baburaj, and Sarayu Mohan.[7] The second-look poster was unveiled on 2 July 2023.[8][5]
Soundtrack
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Released | 2023 | |||
Genre | Feature film soundtrack | |||
Length | 11:45 | |||
Language | Malayalam | |||
Label | T-Series | |||
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The film's music is composed by Ranjin Raj, with lyrics written by Vinayak Sasikumar, Santhosh Varma, and B. K. Harinarayanan.[9] The first song, "Ormakalee", sung by Adithya R. K. and written by Vinayak Sasikumar, was released on 3 July 2023.[10]
No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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1. | "Ormakalee" | Vinayak Sasikumar | Adithya R. K. | 3:46 |
2. | "Akashathalla" | Santhosh Varma | Vidyadharan, Indrajith, Divya S. Menon | 4:06 |
3. | "Nilavuthulli" | B. K. Harinarayanan | Neha Nair, Arvind Venugopal | 3:53 |
Release
editTheatrical
editThe film was given a U certificate by the Censor Board prior to its release.[11] Initially, the film was planned to be released on 28 July 2023, but later, the release was postponed.[12] It was theatrically released on 11 August 2023.[13]
Reception
editCritical response
editSwathi P. Ajith of Onmanorama wrote "While it offers a passable viewing experience, the horror, comedy, and mystery elements failed to meet the anticipated standard, leaving an impression of a poorly crafted plot."[14] Anandu Suresh of The Indian Express wrote "Sanal V. Devan's Kunjamminis Hospital, starring Indrajith Sukumaran, Nyla Usha, and Prakash Raj in key roles, falls short in presenting any noteworthy scenes that stir up emotions, whether they are of horror or comedy."[15] Sajin Shrijith of Cinema Express gave 2.5 out of 5 stars and wrote "Kunjamminis Hospital may appeal more to the sensibilities of kids than the serious-minded moviegoer."[16][17]
References
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- ^ "Kunjamminis Hospital (2023) - Movie Reviews, Cast & Release". in.bookmyshow.com. Archived from the original on 2 September 2023. Retrieved 3 September 2023.
- ^ Nithya. "അവരെല്ലാം മരിച്ചവരാണോ ? ചിരിപ്പിച്ച് ചിന്തിപ്പിക്കാൻ 'കുഞ്ഞമ്മിണീസ് ഹോസ്പിറ്റല്'- ട്രെയിലർ". Asianet News Network Pvt Ltd (in Malayalam). Archived from the original on 26 July 2023. Retrieved 26 July 2023.
- ^ "'Kunjamminis Hospital' Twitter review: Check out how the netizens are reacting to Indrajith Sukumaran's latest release". The Times of India. 11 August 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 30 August 2023. Retrieved 30 August 2023.
- ^ a b "Kunjamminis Hospital | കുഞ്ഞമ്മിണിസ്സ് ഹോസ്പിറ്റൽ - Mallu Release | Watch Malayalam Full Movies". Archived from the original on 26 July 2023. Retrieved 26 July 2023.
- ^ Shrijith, Sajin (28 June 2022). "Indrajith Sukumaran, Nyla Usha headline 'Kunjammini's Hospital'". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 3 September 2023. Retrieved 3 September 2023.
- ^ "Prakash Raj, Indrajith Sukumaran and Nyla Usha to headline 'Kunjammini's Hospital', first look out!". The Times of India. 8 January 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 26 July 2023. Retrieved 26 July 2023.
- ^ admin (2 July 2023). "Second Look Poster of the Movie Kunjammini's Hospital Released". Indian Talents. Archived from the original on 26 July 2023. Retrieved 26 July 2023.
- ^ "'Kunjamminis Hospital' trailer promises an interesting mix of fantasy and horror". The Times of India. 23 July 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 26 July 2023. Retrieved 26 July 2023.
- ^ "'Ormakalee': Makers unveil the first song from the Indrajith starrer 'Kunjamminis Hospital'". The Times of India. 4 July 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 26 July 2023. Retrieved 26 July 2023.
- ^ "Kunjamminis Hospital clears censor formalities". Cinema Express. 2 August 2023. Archived from the original on 12 August 2023. Retrieved 3 September 2023.
- ^ "Here are the new release dates of Pappachan Olivilaanu & Kunjammini's Hospital". OTTPlay. Archived from the original on 3 August 2023. Retrieved 11 August 2023.
- ^ "Kunjamminis Hospital". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 11 August 2023. Retrieved 11 August 2023.
- ^ P. Ajith, Swathi (11 August 2023). "'Kunjamminis Hospital' review: A haunting tale of ghostly assistance and unfulfilled frights". Onmanorama. Archived from the original on 11 August 2023. Retrieved 11 August 2023.
- ^ Suresh, Anandu (11 August 2023). "Kunjamminis Hospital movie review: This Indrajith Sukumaran, Nyla Usha 'horror-comedy' derides viewers". The Indian Express. Archived from the original on 11 August 2023. Retrieved 11 August 2023.
- ^ Shrijith, Sajin (11 August 2023). "Kunjamminis Hospital Movie Review: Smart ideas, off-putting theatricality". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 12 August 2023. Retrieved 12 August 2023.
- ^ Shrijith, Sajin (13 August 2023). "'Kunjamminis Hospital' movie review: Smart ideas, off-putting theatricality". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 13 August 2023. Retrieved 13 August 2023.