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The Problem with ‘Varshangalkku Sesham’

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Beyond the nostalgia and references to their fathers’ movies, what more does this Pranav Mohanlal- Dhyan Sreenivasan starrer offer? Is the cinema compelling enough to intertwine a tribute to Cinema and a tale of two friends? Personal Opinion. Spoilers Ahead! Vineeth Sreenivasan’s feel-good drama movies have always been known, and widely accepted by the audience for their heartwarming moments and musical storytelling. Even his thriller drama film ‘Thira’ had these aspects working well, accounting for its celebration even now, despite its box office failure. And the expectations were the same for his recent movie ‘Varshangalkku Sesham’. But unfortunately, the film falls flat on many points, making it a dissatisfying watch. Vineeth’s protagonists, in his previous works, always had a solid core and arc. Consider Arun from ‘Hridayam’. His journey from an innocent college first year to a mature man in his 30s is narrated convincingly. This made Arun a relatable character to almost every man