The cinematic masterpiece Aadujeevitham (The GoatLife) from Malayalam, helmed by Blessy, debuted on the silver screen this past Thursday. Crafted, directed, and co-produced by Blessy, this collaborative effort spans across borders, involving entities from India and the United States, promising an enthralling visual narrative.
Aadujeevitham translates the esteemed 2008 Malayalam literary work penned by Benyamin, drawing inspiration from factual occurrences. Prithviraj Sukumaran portrays Najeeb, a migrant from Kerala coerced into laborious servitude as a shepherd on a secluded Arabian farm. His portrayal has captivated virtual audiences, garnering immense acclaim. Following its theatrical premiere, critiques primarily laud Prithviraj’s rendition and the adept direction of the film.
Expressing sentiments on X (formerly recognized as Twitter), a commentator lauds: “Commendation directed towards @PrithviOfficial- Verbal expressions inadequately capture your virtuosity & aptitude. His portrayal epitomizes unwavering commitment & multifaceted skill. Undoubtedly one of his paramount performances #PrithvirajSukumaran, a standing ovation #TheGoatLife #Aadujeevitham.”
Another commentator exclaims: “”#Aadujeevitham’s INAUGURAL SEGMENT EPITOMIZES CINEMATIC EXCELLENCE (sic).” A different X user prophesies the film’s staggering box-office returns, proclaiming: “Emotions Transcend Linguistic Barriers, Projecting 100 million in Revenue.” Rating the film at 4 stars out of 5, a reviewer shares: “@PrithviOfficial delivers an exemplary performance. His ocular eloquence speaks volumes @Amala_ams & co. shine bright. @DirectorBlessy’s direction – impeccable. Rating: /5”
The cast features Prithviraj Sukumaran as Najeeb Mohammed, Amala Paul as Sainu (Najeeb’s spouse), Jimmy Jean-Louis as Ibrahim Khadiri, Shobha Mohan as Ummah (Najeeb’s maternal figure), KR Gokul as Hakeem, Talib Al Balushi as Khafeel, Rik Aby as Jasser, and Nazer Karutheni. For those unfamiliar, Blessy, the director, dedicated 16 years to sculpting this survival saga. The inception of The Goat Life was heralded in 2018, with filming commencing incrementally from March 2018 to July 2022, encompassing six segments amidst the desolate terrains of Wadi Rum, Jordan, and the Sahara, Algeria, complemented by additional sequences filmed in Kerala, India.
