Patriot: 5 key takeaways from teaser of Mammootty-Mohanlal film

The first glimpse of the much-awaited Malayalam film Patriot is here! The 1-minute-21-second trailer lets us into the world of Patriot, where Mammootty and Mohanlal would rule the roost. We got a glimpse of power-packed action sequences, thrilling car chases and tense moments as the film seeks to find an answer to whether it is about The Great Indian Traitor or the Patriot. The cinephiles have already swung into action, drawing comparisons with the American web series Person of Interest, and speculating whether Mohanlal will play the villain. Here’s a look at the key takeaways from the recently dropped Patriot teaser.

5 key takeaways from Patriot teaser

Person of Interest vibes?

The teaser hints that Dr. Daniel James (played by Mammootty) has been accused of espionage and he now needs to clear his name. Mohanlal on the other hand is shown as a colonel, Rahim Naik as the teaser talks about two powerful figures. The whole espionage angle has also got fans to draw comparisons with the American web series Person of Interest. If you haven’t seen the series, Person of Interest revolves around Harold Finch. who joins hands with a former agent of the CIA as they use a computer program (called Machine) to prevent criminal activities. The teaser of Patriot also introduces us to ‘Periscope’, another powerful tool? 

Mammootty, the main lead

The Patriot teaser has almost confirmed that Mammootty would be starring as the main lead in the Mahesh Narayanan film, despite having Mohanlal on board. The teaser ends with the title of Patriot, which features Mammootty. The film was also announced with Mammootty, though Mahesh Narayanan later confirmed that Mohanlal would also be there in a full-fledged role.

Mohanlal to play villain?

So if Mammootty is the lead, the other Big M is also expected to be playing an equally important role. A great hero needs a formidable villain for any film to succeed. Will Mahesh Narayanan do the unthinkable and have Mohanlal play a nemesis to Mammootty? We will have to wait and watch.

Also read: Patriot teaser reactions: Big M’s together is great, but Mohanlal impresses with ‘Dong Lee’ action in Mammootty-Mahesh Narayanan film 

Friends-turned-foe narrative?

Fahadh Faasil’s monologue opens the teaser as he talks about two powerful figures who controlled the country - Col Rahim Naik and Dr. Daniel James, who garnered not followers but faith. He later tells Vignesh - "Do you know what will happen if they reunite?" This clearly hints that the two, who once were collaborators, are not together any more.

Film to focus on social media surveillance?

Mammootty’s character says that they are going to do social scrutiny. There is also a talk about a program which is part of the student laptop scheme. Nayanthara’s character asks if it is Periscope. Darshana Rajendran, who appears to be playing a cyber expert, also declares that they are using a particular program to watch people secretly. This, along with shots of youngsters wielding smartphones, also hints that social media surveillance could be a topic that the film would seek to tackle.

These are speculations based on the teaser, combined from netizens' views, and we would have to wait for Patriot to hit the big screens in April to know which of these would prove to be true.

FAQs

Q. Which Mahesh Narayanan film has Mohanlal and Mammootty?

A. Mahesh Narayanan's upcoming film Patriot stars Mammootty along with Mohanlal.

Q. Is Mammootty's full recovery confirmed to resume acting soon?

A. Mammootty has rejoined the sets of Patriot after staying away for over 7 months for medical treatment.

Q. Which is the next film of Mohanlal?

A. The next film of Mohanlal is Vrusshabha.