Maine Pyar Kiya X reviews: 'Hridhu Haroon-starrer is an ideal fusion of humour, action, and love'
The Hridhu Haroon-starrer seems to have won over the public with its story and performances, even though it came out among some of the most anticipated and star-studded flicks.
Last Updated: 06.13 PM, Aug 29, 2025
The Malayalam film, Maine Pyar Kiya, has made its big screen debut today (August 29) along with other highly anticipated Onam releases - Hridayapoorvam, Lokah: Chapter 1 - Chandra and Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira. The romantic comedy drama is currently receiving attention for its entertaining aspects, which make it a perfect watch for the holiday season.
Maine Pyar Kiya X reviews
Maine Pyar Kiya seems to have won over the public with its story and performances, even though it came out among some of the most anticipated and star-studded flicks. The film, directed by Faizal Faziludeen, is praised as an engaging romantic tale with a young ensemble at its core.
Its skilful transition from an easygoing romantic comedy drama to an excellent action thriller in the second half has received high appreciation.
With Hridhu Haroon and Preity Mukhundhan winning over the hearts of the audience, others have additionally commended the film's references to Vijay and Suriya's movies. To make things more entertaining, several have even alluded to Antony Varghese Pepe making a cameo in Maine Pyar Kiya. "Maine Pyar Kiya is a perfect Onam package and wholesome mix of love, laughs & high-voltage thrills!," an internet user wrote.
Overall, the performance of the film in theatres and at the box office is surely unpredictable in the days ahead. But for this holiday season, it will be worth seeing for bringing the ideal balance of comedy, romance and action.
All about Hridhu Haroon's Maine Pyar Kiya
The main characters, Aryan and Nidhi, are played by Hridhu and Preity, and they fall in love. Following a few mishaps, Aryan travels to Madurai to find Nidhi, where he and his friends encounter even more difficult barriers. Hridhu, who delivered a stellar performance in Mura and All We Imagine As Light, is the film's main protagonist. Maine Pyar Kiya marks Preity's Malayalam cinema debut. The film also stars Askar Ali, Redin Kingsley, Midhutty, Mime Gopi, and filmmaker-actor Jeo Baby.
FAQs
Q. Which Malayalam movies are coming out in Onam 2025?
A. Mohanlal's Hridayapoorvam, Kalyani Priyadarshan and Naslen's Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, Fahadh Faasil's Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira and Maine Pyar Kiya, starring Preity Mukhundhan and Hridhu Haroon, will release in Onam 2025.
Q. Is Preity Mukhundhan a Malayali?
No, Preity Mukhundhan is not a Malayali. She is from Tamil Nadu.
Q. Whose daughter is Malavika Mohanan?
A. Malavika Mohanan is the daughter of KU Mohanan, a noted cinematographer. She stars alongside Mohanlal in Hridayapoorvam.