Kathal is the Mammootty film that is the talk of the whole world. The film, which was well-received in theaters, has reached OTT. Streaming started on Amazon Prime.
The film was available for rent overseas from January 4. It is available in countries outside India. Kathleen is receiving good reviews from OTT as well as from theatres.
The New York Times came out praising Kathleen. Along with praising Mammootty’s character in the film, the article also praised the story-telling method of the film. ‘An Indian film without song and dance. Lovers don’t even talk. They only interact with each other when they briefly open their eyes. No car chases, no fight scenes, weak men. And they cry. A South Indian superstar plays gay. Mujeeb Mashal said in the article prepared that it is becoming a big discussion outside Kerala.
Mammootty played the lead role in the film and Jyothika played the heroine. When the megastar shocked the audience as Mathew Devassy, Omana was received by the audience with a gut wrenching feeling. Kathal is one of the best roles not only of Mammootty but also of Jyothika’s career.
Kathal hit the theaters on November 23, 2023. R.S. Panicker, Sudhi Kozhikode, Chinnu Chandini and Muthumani are the other stars of the film. Kathal’s screenplay is written by Adarsh Sukumaran and Paulson Skaria. Executive Producer: George Sebastian. Cinematography: Salu K. Thomas, Editing: Francis Lewis, Music: Mathews Pulikan, Art: Shaji Naduvil, Line Producer: Sunil Singh, Production Controller: Dixon Podutass, Sound Design: Tony Babu MPSE, Lyrics: Alina, Costume Design: Sameera Saneesh, Make Up: Amal Chandran , Co Director: Akhil Anandan, Chief Associate Director: Martin N Joseph, Kunhila Masilamani, Stills: Lebison Gopi, Design: Anthony Stephen.