Kireedam (1989 film)

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Kireedam is a 1989 Indian Malayalam-language psychological action drama film directed by Sibi Malayil and written by A. K. Lohithadas, starring Mohanlal, Thilakan, Parvathy Jayaram, Mohan Raj and Sankaradi, with music composed by Johnson. Widely regarded as a landmark of Malayalam cinema, the film is noted for its powerful performances, emotional depth, realistic storytelling and enduring cultural impact. Mohanlal's performance is considered one of the defining achievements of his career. The film is about a youth, Sethumadhavan (Mohanlal), whose hopes and aspirations are shattered by a combination of fate and human falling. It explores how society type-casts individuals and forces them to act that part whether they like it or not. Mohanlal won the National Film Award – Special Mention "for portraying young man's agony and pain marvellously and in unique style". Lohithadas won the Kerala Film Critics Award for Best Screenplay. The title 'Kireedam' refers to the metaphorical crown that the...

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