'Ullozhukku', a gripping Malayalam-language drama from 2024, showcases the talents of writer-director Christo Tomy. The film stars Urvashi and Parvathy Thiruvothu, with Arjun Radhakrishnan, Alencier Ley Lopez, Prashanth Murali, and Jaya Kurup in key supporting roles. The screenplay of 'Ullozhukku' earned acclaim by winning the Cinestaan India’s Storytellers Contest back in 2018.
The highly anticipated film hit theaters on June 21, 2024. 'Ullozhukku' talks about the complex relationship between a daughter-in-law and her mother-in-law. However, it goes beyond the typical 'saas-bahu' dynamics.
Urvashi, as the mother-in-law Leelamma, and Parvathy, as the daughter-in-law Anju, share a home but each yearns for what they believe would be their ideal lives. Urvashi dominates in must-watch tale of empathy and love: 'Ullozhukku' rivets from start to finish | Movie Review The movie is beautifully set against the picturesque backdrop of Kuttanad's backwaters, yet a sombre atmosphere prevails with relentless rains that often flood their house. The rain, almost a character itself, symbolizes the persistent sorrow overshadowing their lives.
Urvashi's performance as Leelamma is extraordinary; she delicately captures the nuances of a woman whose sole joy is her family, shattered by unexpected events. Read More Women's journeys in Christo Tomy's 'Ullozhukku' | Movie Analysis There was no better time for Christo Tomy's 'Ullozhukku', which boasts power-packed performances from Urvashi and Parv.