Latest news with #Dhyan
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Detective Ujjwalan' box office collections day 1: Dhyan Sreenivasan's crime-comedy opens with Rs 69 lakhs in India
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Dhyan Sreenivasan 's latest venture, 'Detective Ujjwalan', a crime-comedy set in the peaceful village of Plachikavu, has opened to a modest but promising start at the box office. According to early estimates from the Sacnilk website, the film earned Rs 69 lakhs net in India on its opening day, with the gross collection standing at Rs 77 lakhs. The film, which marks Dhyan's entry into the WCU, seems to have sparked curiosity among viewers, especially those drawn to light-hearted thrillers with a village backdrop. While the opening numbers aren't massive, they hint at potential for growth through word-of-mouth over the weekend. Detective Ujjwalan - Official Trailer A quirky crime solver at the core 'Detective Ujjwalan' follows the story of a librarian-turned-sleuth, Ujjwalan, who unofficially takes up the mantle of detective in his quiet village. From finding misplaced gold to tracking down missing goats, Ujjwalan is the go-to man when the local police fail to deliver. However, things take a serious turn when a serial killer surfaces in the village, threatening the calm of Plachikavu. The film leans on Dhyan Sreenivasan's comic timing, blending humor with mystery to deliver a breezy, character-driven thriller. Early reviews have praised the film's quirky tone, engaging premise, and Dhyan's affable performance. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo Strong regional pull Although not a pan-India release, 'Detective Ujjwalan' has found a solid base in Kerala, where Dhyan continues to enjoy a loyal fan following. The day-one collections reflect a fair turnout considering the film's niche appeal and low-key promotions. With no major Malayalam release to compete against this weekend, the film has room to grow through positive word-of-mouth. Our verdict ETimes gave the movie a rating of 2.5 stars out of 5, and our official review reads, 'Detective Ujjwalan does not use any of these devices in a forceful enough manner. The period settings are interesting and the village characters are lovable enough, though some of the superb comic talents from social media, Ameen, Nihal Nizam, Nibraz, and Shahubas, are barely utilised. The film seems to go in the direction of most Dhyan films; a bit of an anti-climax' Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
News18
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Fans Call Dhyan Sreenivasan's Detective Ujjwalan ‘A Solid Entertainer'
Last Updated: Detective Ujjwalan hit theatres on the same day as Tovino Thomas' Narivetta. Film lovers had their eyes set on this Friday as Dhyan Sreenivasan's thriller Detective Ujjwalan made its way to the big screens. The film, which was earlier scheduled to release on May 16, got pushed to May 23 without any official reason. The film hit theatres on the same day as Tovino Thomas ' Narivetta. Despite the clash, it seems to have managed to hold its own especially in Kerala and other Malayalam-speaking regions. On social media, many shared their reviews with several praising the film and Dhyan's performance. One user wrote, 'Detective Ujjwalan is a decent one-time watch. Starts strong but slips into the usual serial killer film template with a predictable ending. Keep expectations low & you won't be disappointed. Don't miss the post-credit scene!" #DetectiveUjjwalan is a decent one-time watch. Starts strong but slips into the usual serial killer film template with a predictable ending. Keep expectations low & you won't be disappointed. Don't miss the post-credit scene! #DetectiveUjjwalanreview — Jesty Sunny (@jestysunny) May 23, 2025 Another shared, 'A well written film with a good first half followed by an excellent second half with many wow moments. Finest performance from Dhyan & others did their part very well. Overall a nice watch." #DetectiveUjjwalan: A well written film with Good First Half followed by excellent second half with many wow moments. Finest performance from Dhyan & others did their part very well Overall nice watch ✅ — Anandhu Gireesh (@anandhu__offl) May 23, 2025 'Detective Ujjwalan is an enjoyable mystery film with a good balance of thrills and laughs. It's a great first film by Indraneel and Rahul. The suspense keeps you hooked until the end. Dhyan shines in his role, and the rest of the actors do a great job too," a person appreciated. #DetectiveUjjwalan is an enjoyable mystery film with a good balance of thrills and laughs. It's a great first film by Indraneel and Rahul. The suspense keeps you hooked until the end. Dhyan shines in his role, and the rest of the actors do a great job too. — kiran (@kirancsiva) May 23, 2025 Someone else gave a thumbs up to both the performance and the overall production quality: 'DetectiveUjjwalan is a solid entertainer A well-paced thriller with comedy, suspense, and Dhyan's best performance. Great music and technical work seal the deal. Totally a good one," said another. #DetectiveUjjwalan is a solid entertainer A well-paced thriller with comedy, suspense, and Dhyan's best performance. Great music and technical work seal the deal. Totally a good one But not everyone was fully impressed. One user felt the film followed a familiar storyline, writing, 'Detective Ujjwalan Good to above average movie… Same template serial killer plot with predictable ending. Decent one," someone else mentioned. #DetectiveUjjwalan Good To Above Average Movie… Same Template Serial Killier plot With Predictable Ending ❤️ Decent One…. — ആന മയിൽ ഒട്ടകം (@ZoofalK74962) May 23, 2025 A disappointed movie-goer wrote, 'Disappointed • Promising first half, but the film loses the momentum after. • Tries hard to be a thriller, but fails to connect with the audience. • Poor villain casting drags it down. • Twist & turn • Dhyan & co done neatly." #DetectiveUjjwalan: Disappointed • Promising first half, but the film loses the momentum after.• Tries hard to be a thriller, but fails to connect with audience.• Poor villain casting drags it down.• Twist & turn Set in the fictional village of Plaachikkaavu, the story follows Ujjwalan, a local detective who gets pulled into a dangerous case involving a sharp and unpredictable adversary. The plot unfolds as a mental battle between good and evil with the protagonist relying on his intelligence and instincts to stay ahead. Dhyan Sreenivasan leads the cast as Ujjwalan. The film features Siju Wilson, Kottayam Nazeer, Rony David Raj, Seema G Nair, Kalabhavan Navas, Ameen, Nihaal Nizam, Nirmal Palazhy, Josy Sijo, Nibraz Noushad and Shahubas. Detective Ujjwalan is directed by Rahul G and Indraneel Gopeekrishnan. This marks their first film as directors. First Published:
Pink Villa
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Detective Ujjwalan Twitter Review: 11 tweets to read before watching Dhyan Sreenivasan's Malayalam film in theaters
Dhyan Sreenivasan-starrer Detective Ujjwalan hit the big screens today, May 23. Despite clashing with Tovino Thomas' Narivetta in the Malayalam belt, the film has been generating positive responses. Since morning, fans have been flocking to their nearest cinemas to catch the first day, first show. If you're interested in the film, check out the Twitter reviews shared by netizens here. What do viewers have to say about Detective Ujjwalan? Viewers have shared great reviews about Detective Ujjwalan. Many felt that Dhyan made a solid comeback with this intense crime thriller. According to them, the film stands out for its suspense-filled storyline. The climax left several audiences stunned, with some describing it as spine-chilling. The film's technical strengths were also praised. Editing was described as sharp, and the background score kept viewers hooked. Direction, many felt, was commendable. It held the plot together and delivered emotional and thrilling moments in equal measure. The first half reportedly ends on a tense note. A few viewers mentioned that the film could have used more lighthearted moments to break the tension. However, performances across the board were seen as convincing. Dhyan's portrayal earned praise, with many calling it one of his finest roles in recent times. Audiences also appreciated the unexpected twists. The film, they said, keeps you guessing until the end. Many recommended watching it with no expectations to truly enjoy the surprises it holds. Overall, Detective Ujjwalan has struck a chord with moviegoers and is being widely recommended for its gripping experience. " Dhyan Sreenivasan is back with a bang! #DetectiveUjjawalan delivers one of the best crime thriller suspense dramas in Malayalam cinema. That climax? Goosebumps. Stellar editing, gripping BGM & a rock-solid script. Direction deserves a standing ovation," read a review on X. Set in the village of Plaachikkaavu, Detective Ujjwalan follows a local sleuth who faces a cunning opponent in a high-stakes game of wits. As danger looms, his detective skills are pushed to the limit. The film stars Dhyan Sreenivasan, Siju Wilson, Kottayam Nazeer, Rony David Raj, and several others in prominent roles.
