Jeethu Joseph on negative reviews of Valathu Vashathe Kallan; 'It's not fair when people respond with...'

Valathu Vashathe Kallan update - The director stated that he and other filmmakers are currently dealing with this issue. "It is not fair when people review with some agenda in their mind," he said.

Poster of Valathu Vashathe Kallan and Jeethu Joseph

Jeethu Joseph's recent directorial, Valathu Vashathe Kallan, hit the big screen on January 30, opening to mixed comments from the crowd. Meanwhile, the director addressed every negative review appearing for this thriller on social media platforms during a press event conducted on February 1 in Kochi.

What does Jeethu Joseph say about Valathu Vashathe Kallan negative reviews?

The director stated that he and a number of other filmmakers are currently dealing with this issue. "Genuine feedback is constructive criticism but it is not fair when people review with particular judgements and personal interests in their mind. We have seen films running successfully in theatres despite bad promotions for them on social media," he remarked. Jeethu continued by saying that despite all of the unfavourable comments about Valathu Vashathe Kallan, he is also receiving compliments from viewers who message him directly on social media.

Jeethu noted that most viewers anticipate twists in thrillers, but he attempted to go in a different path with Valathu Vashathe Kallan by adding more emotional depth. "The majority of those who have given me comments say that the film's sentimentality has impacted them. Because of this element, I was eager to take up this project," he remarked.

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What are Valathu Vashathe Kallan plot and cast details?

After his daughter Irene vanishes, Samuel is forced to confront dishonest police officer CI Antony Xavier. When it becomes apparent that Antony may be involved in the crime, Samuel decides to take matters into his own hands by painstakingly compiling the evidence. The main theme of this film is how this initiates a day of searching for the truth.

Joju George and Biju Menon take the lead parts in this thriller. Lena, Irshad Ali, Manoj K U, Niranjana Anoop, Leona Lishoy, K R Gokul, and Shyamaprasad also play supporting roles in the movie. Dinu Thomas Eelan wrote the film, which debuted in theatres alongside the Ganapathi and Sagar Surya starrer horror comedy Prakambanam.

Also Read: Valathu Vashathe Kallan X review: Reactions on Jeethu Joseph's film are divided; Netizens say 'mediocre execution'

Valathu Vashathe Kallan movie FAQs

Q. When will Valathu Vashathe Kallan release?

A. The Malayalam movie Valathu Vashathe Kallan, starring actors Biju Menon and Joju George, released in theatres on January 30, 2026.

Q. Which is the next movie of Jeethu Joseph?

A. The next movie of Jeethu Joseph to release in theatres is Drishyam 3 on April first week.

Q. Which was the first film of Joju George?

A. Joju George initially worked as a junior artiste, and his first film was Mazhavilkoodaram in 1995. He went on to do several supporting roles before transitioning into lead roles.

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