Kamal Ghorui
‘Patriot’ officially hit theatres on May 1. The film, written and directed by Mahesh Narayanan, brings together Mammootty and Mohanlal on screen after nearly 18 years. Early shows have begun, and audience reactions are surfacing online.
Fans rush for ‘Patriot’ first-day shows
Fans of Mammootty and Mohanlal turned up in large numbers for the first-day-first-show. As soon as the film released, social media platforms began filling with reviews.Several users praised the film’s performances and storytelling. One Twitter review reads, “#Patriot 4/5 Powerful patriotic story with great performances. Mammootty commands as the hero, while Mohanlal elevates every scene with brilliant characterisation and screen presence. Kubo and Fahadh deliver strong support. BGM and music hit the right notes. #patriotreview.”Another user shared, “Patriot is not just a film..it’s a historic cinematic event. Directed by Mahesh Narayanan this espionage thriller reunites the titans #Mammootty and #Mohanlal after nearly two decades and the result is pure fire. @mammukka delivers a restrained performance as Dr. Daniel James while @Mohanlal commands the screen with effortless intensity as Col. Rahim Naik. Together, they create magic subtle, explosive, and unforgettable. #FahadhFaasil adds a sharp, unpredictable edge, while #Nayanthara, Kunchacko Boban, and Revathy strengthen the film with powerful support.”
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Another review reads, “Grounded storytelling, global visuals, and a pulsating score by Sushin Shyam elevate the experience without falling into typical “pan-Indian” traps. Verdict: Patriot is intense, classy, and commanding a rare blend of brains and brilliance. A must-watch that redefines Malayalam cinema’s power.”
Mixed opinions for ‘Patriot’ also surface
Despite the praise, some viewers expressed criticism. One review reads, “#Patriot Mammootty looks weak and tired. Zero High moments till now. #Mohanlal.”Another user commented, “#patriot An average first half with incredible production quality.”Meanwhile, several actors shared their support for the film. Nivin Pauly posted his reaction on Instagram Stories. He wrote, “The last time they shared a screen, a generation grew up watching it on repeat. Eighteen years later, Mammookka and Lalettan are back together and Malayalam cinema is calling it a Magnum Opus for a reason. Here’s to Patriot. May the screens be enough.”Prithviraj Sukumaran also wished the team. He shared the film’s poster and wrote, “Wishing the entire team of this magnum opus the very best!”The action thriller also stars Kunchacko Boban, Darshana Rajendran, Fahadh Faasil and Nayanthara in important roles.
