Masthishka Maranam: Here's why you should not miss this Krishand-Rajisha Vijayan film in theatres

Masthishka Maranam, Krishand's most recent Malayalam film, debuted on the big screen on February 27. Viewers are giving the sci-fi fantasy film, which has a unique plot set in 2046, mostly glowing feedback. Here are few reasons to see this Rajisha Vijayan film in theatres.

Reasons to watch Masthishka Maranam in theatres

Distinctive plot set in 2046

The protagonist of the movie, which is set in Neo Kochi in 2046, is a young father named Bimal who has lost a child. He uses illicit substances and virtual reality games to alleviate his depressed state by immersing himself in other people's near-death experiences. But when a friend shows Bimal a virtual reality memory experience of superstar Frida Soman, he learns a truth that could lead to a huge public controversy. 

Krishand's filmmaking style & story

With Masthishka Maranam, the young filmmaker continues to raise the bar for Malayalam cinema, never ceasing to captivate audiences with his collection of distinctive stories. Krishand's creativity in creating a 2046 world in an intriguing manner while discussing many pertinent topics, like media scrutiny, the media's propensity for sensationalization, gender stereotypes, and the male gaze, among others. The director successfully incorporates the appropriate amount of emotion while addressing all of these subjects. 

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Performances by the entire cast

By fully inhabiting her role as Frida Soman and giving it just the right kind of eccentrities, Rajisha Vijayan steals the show. After movies like Finals or Kho Kho, this might be among her best performances in Malayalam cinema. When it comes to adding humorous moments to Masthishka Maranam, Niranj Maniyan Pilla as Bimal, Suresh Krishna as Charly, Jagadish as Praveen, and Vishnu Agastya as Don are flawless. Others have also performed admirably as well. 

Technical quality in Masthishka Maranam

Krishand has masterfully created a fictional realm in 2046 where most professions in Kochi have been replaced by robots as a result of technological advancement, and the city is home to densely populated housing colonies. The filmmaker has made every effort to uphold the film's technical quality, with its music, art direction, cinematography and edit works all setting the right mood.

Masthishka Maranam movie FAQs

Q. What is Masthishka Maranam?

A. Masthishka Maranam is an upcoming Malayalam movie, that hit theatres on February 27, 2026.

Q. Who is the director of Masthishka Maranam?

A. Noted Malayalam director Krishand has helmed the movie Masthishka Maranam.

Q. What is the next movie of Rajisha Vijayan?

A. The next movie of Rajisha Vijayan is Masthishka Maranam.