The Mohanlal
film Hridyapoorvam puffing anf panting to reach the Rs 50 crore club shows that
non action films do not agur well for the SSuperstar. Not only LalEttan but
even other heroes are finding Malayali audience not coming out in great numbers
for non- action films. Ir has to be an exceptionally horror- crime thriller and
family dtamas are ut of range. I’s been ages after Premam that Malayali
audience rooted for a love story in a big way. Lokah a supernatural – super heroine
film released with Lal ettan film is reaching Rs 200 crore and that mainly from
Kerala collections. Let us take a look at the ~family’ Drama directed by
Sathyan Anthikad , a Director in his early seventies. Is the film content to
blame ? Let us see.
Hridayapoorvam
(2025) is divisive, with many viewers calling it a "fun movie"
and others an "ultra pro cringe fest," indicating a strong split in
audience reception rather than a universal "cringe"
consensus. While some enjoy the emotional and light comedy aspects,
critics point to a thin plot, unnecessary events, and a potential for
discomfort in romantic-comedy moments, leading to mixed reviews and divided
opinions on social media platforms like X.
Arguments
for "Cringe Fest"
- Thin Plot & Unnecessary
Events:
Some critics
found the story lacked a solid storyline and was built on unnecessary events,
contributing to a feeling of amateur effort.
- Awkward Romantic Moments:
Specific
scenes or suggestions of romance were described as uncomfortable or flinching,
making the film feel artificial and lacking genuine intimacy.
- Overly Sugar-Coated Emotion:
The film's
attempt at being heartfelt and emotional was seen by some as artificial,
lacking soul, and relying on songs to cover up a weak narrative.
- Amateurish Effort:
A section of
the audience felt the film was a poor attempt at storytelling, particularly
when compared to the director's (Sathyan
Anthikad) previous
work.
Arguments
Against "Cringe Fest"
- Light-hearted Entertainment:
Other
viewers found the film to be a relaxed and quirky experience, with the
potential for melodramatic plot points being turned into organic humor.
- Mohanlal's Performance:
Many
acknowledged Mohanlal's charisma and strong performance, suggesting he carried
the film well and added to its charm.
- Emotional Connection:
Some
audience members reported feeling a positive emotional connection to the film,
enjoying the light comedy and emotional ride it offered.
- Heartfelt and Handcrafted:
Proponents
described the movie as coming from the heart, handcrafted, and a celebration of
timeless emotions.
In
conclusion, whether Hridayapoorvam is considered a cringe fest depends heavily
on individual taste and expectations. The film appears to be a classic
case of polarizing opinions, with one group finding it heartwarming and fun,
and another finding it to be overly sentimental and poorly executed.
Hridayapoorvam
is made on an overall budget of 30 Crores all inclusive
Hridayapoorvam
Hit Or Flop
Thudarum
will be a hit if it crosses 40 Crore gross worldwide and 30 Crores for average
Hridayapoorvam
Box Office Collection Day 14
Kerala: 0.88
Crore gross
1.25 Crore
gross worldwide
Hridayapoorvam
Total Till Now Box Office Collection
Kerala:
35.43 Crore gross
67.75 Crore
gross worldwide
