‘Ullozhukku’ wins Best Malayalam Film at 71st National Film Awards
‘Ullozhukku’ (Undercurrent), starring Parvathy Thiruvothu and Urvashi in lead roles, was declared as the Best Malayalam Film at the 71st National Film Awards. The citation called it “an intimate character study of a family, highlighting patriarchal conditioning and agency through restrained performances.”
The film premiered in theatres on June 21. The story revolves around Leelamma, portrayed by Urvashi, and her daughter-in-law Anju, played by Parvathy, delving into their struggle to bury a loved one in flood-hit Kuttanad while long-buried secrets and lies threaten their unity.
Produced by Ronnie Screwvala, Honey Trehan, and Abhishek Chaubey under the banners of RSVP & MacGuffin Pictures, 'Ullozhukku' captivated audiences with its compelling storyline and stellar performances. Sanjeev Kumar Nair of Reverie Entertainment served as co-producer, while Shehnad Jalal helmed the cinematography of the film. It is currently available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video.