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Ayyappantamma Neyyappam Chuttu: A Malayalam Children's Film That Tackles Divorce and Reconciliation
Ayyappantamma Neyyappam Chuttu (transl. Ayyappan's mother roasted Neyyappam) is a 2000 Indian Malayalam-language children's film written, directed and produced by Mathew Paul. It tells the story of two siblingsRohan and Meerabefriending an orphaned kid Monappan and how he influence their lives and their separated parents'.
The film was released on 19 May 2000 and received positive reviews from critics and audiences. It was praised for its realistic portrayal of the impact of divorce on children and the importance of family values. The film also featured some catchy songs composed by M. Jayachandran and sung by K. S. Chithra, K. J. Yesudas, M. G. Sreekumar and others.
Plot
Monappan (Mathew Paul) is an orphan who was brought up by nuns in a convent. He is a cheerful and mischievous boy who loves to play pranks on others. He is also very fond of neyyappam, a traditional Kerala snack made of rice flour and jaggery fried in ghee.
One day, he meets Rohan (Rohan Painter) and Meera (Ancy Das), two siblings who study in the same school as him. They become friends and Monappan learns that their parents Lal (Parvin Dabas) and Latha (Antara Mali) are separated due to some misunderstandings and ego clashes. Rohan and Meera live with their mother in a rented house, while their father lives in a hotel.
Monappan finds it hard to understand why parents should hold on to their ego and pride and play with the lives of their kids. He decides to help Rohan and Meera reunite their parents. He makes various plans to bring them together, such as sending them anonymous letters, making prank calls, creating fake emergencies, etc. He also enlists the help of his friends from the convent and the school.
However, his attempts are met with resistance from both Lal and Latha, who are stubborn and unwilling to compromise. They also suspect each other of having affairs with other people. Monappan does not give up and tries harder to make them realize their mistakes and reconcile.
In the meantime, he also faces some troubles from a local goon named Kuttan (Kalabhavan Mani), who wants to take over the convent land for his illegal activities. Monappan foils his plans with his wit and courage.
Finally, Monappan succeeds in bringing Lal and Latha together on the occasion of Ayyappa's birthday, which is also the name of their son Rohan. He arranges a surprise party for them at the convent, where he invites all their relatives and friends. He also makes them eat neyyappam made by Ayyappan's mother, who is none other than Latha herself.
Lal and Latha realize their love for each other and their children. They apologize for their past behavior and decide to live together as a happy family. Monappan returns to the orphanage with a sense of achievement and happiness.
Cast
- Mathew Paul as Monappan
- Rohan Painter as Rohan / Ayyappan
- Ancy Das as Meera
- Parvin Dabas as Lal
- Antara Mali as Latha
- Kalabhavan Mani as Kuttan
- Nedumudi Venu as Father Thomas
- Sukumari as Sister Mary
- Jagathy Sreekumar as Principal
- Cochin Haneefa as Peon
- Kalpana as Teacher
- Oduvil Unnikrishnan as Judge
- Machan Varghese as Lawyer
- Bobby Kottarakkara as Postman
- Indrans as Barber
- Bindu Panicker as Lal's sister
- Salim Kumar as Latha's brother
Reception
The film was well received by the critics and the audiences alike. It was praised for its simple and heartwarming story, its realistic depiction of the problems faced by children of divorced parents, and its message of love and forgiveness. The film also had a good dose of humor and entertainment, thanks to the performances of the child actors and the supporting cast. The film was also appreciated for its music, which had a blend of traditional and modern elements.
The film was a commercial success as well. It ran for more than 100 days in many theaters across Kerala. It also won several awards and accolades, such as the Kerala State Film Award for Best Children's Film, the Kerala Film Critics Association Award for Best Children's Film, and the Mathrubhumi Film Award for Best Children's Film.
Legacy
The film is considered as one of the best Malayalam children's films ever made. It is also one of the rare films that dealt with the sensitive issue of divorce and its impact on children in a positive and constructive way. The film has been screened in many film festivals and has been dubbed into other languages as well.
The film has also inspired many people to adopt orphans and help them find a loving home. Monappan's character has become a symbol of hope and happiness for many children who are in need of care and affection.
The film's title has also become a popular catchphrase among Malayalis, especially when they want to express their love for neyyappam or any other sweet dish.
References
- [Ayyappantamma Neyyappam Chuttu 2000 Malayalam Full Movie
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- [Patti kadikalley vettukarey njagalu ayyappantamma neyyapam chuttu - YouTube]
- [pattikadikkalle veettukaare Malayalam movie Ayyappantamma Neyyappam Chuttu Video song - YouTube]
- [Ayyappante Amma Neyyappam Chuttu streaming online - JustWatch]
- [Ayyappante Amma Neyyappam Chuttu (2000) - IMDb]
- [Ayyappantamma Neyyappam Chuttu - Wikipedia]