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AU Financial Review
17-07-2025
- Politics
- AU Financial Review
Peter Varghese is wrong. AUKUS is our path to defence self-reliance
AUKUS has dominated headlines since its 2021 launch, and new leaks about the Trump administration 'wanting more' have reignited anxieties. Australia should not concede to every US request, but quitting would be reckless. A capable navy, centred on nuclear-powered submarines, underwrites our security and economy. Former diplomat Peter Varghese may hanker for the pact's demise, yet that view ignores the blunt military facts of defending an island continent. This is precisely the moment to steady the course on AUKUS, not abandon it.
Pink Villa
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Narivetta Ending Explained: What led Tovino Thomas' Peter Varghese to change from a hothead police officer to help the tribal community?
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers. Narivetta, starring Tovino Thomas in the lead role, hit the big screens on May 23, 2025. Following its theatrical run, the movie is currently available for streaming on SonyLIV. For those who have seen the film and are still unsure about its conclusion, this explainer will clarify everything. What is the Narivetta story about? Narivetta features the story of Peter Varghese (played by Tovino Thomas), a young unemployed man who lives with his mother. As he considers most jobs to be below him, Peter remains in an impoverished financial condition and mostly borrows money from his girlfriend, Sofiya, who hails from a wealthy family and has a cushy job. After Sofiya's father insults him for being poor, he is heartbroken, even with his mother agreeing with what her father said. At the same time, Peter is accepted into the Kerala police as a constable, inadvertently joining the force.. Due to his fiery temperament, Peter faces ragging from his superiors upon joining the service. However, he finds an ally in Basheer Ahammed (Suraj Venjaramoodu), an older and gentle constable, who becomes a supportive older brother figure. As we progress in the story, Peter, Basheer, and a squad of CRPF police officers are stationed at a hilly area in the Wayanad district. The officers are there to provide security as tribal groups protest for the lands they were promised by the Kerala government in 2003. However, on a fateful day, Basheer does not return to their police camp even after hours have passed, making Peter worry about him. How did Basheer go missing? Soon enough, Basheer Ahammed is found dead in the forest, with officers believing the tribal people killed him. This enables police to quash the protests, but Peter Varghese hesitates to accept that this was caused by the tribal community. As the police squad led by DIG Raghuram Keshavadas (Cheran) leads the attack against the protestors, Peter finds out that Basheer was murdered by a police commando. Spoiler Alert Peter Varghese informs the truth to Raghuram Keshavadas, only to realize that Basheer was killed by the DIG's orders. It is revealed that a police officer's 'sacrifice' was needed to shift the public support from the tribal community's side. As the ruling party is facing this crisis, the police force was enabled to take such an act against the tribal people, quashing their rights. Peter Varghese is forced by his superiors to comply with them, and he is broken. As protests intensify, the police kill 5 tribal people, even a 7-year-old girl, and bury them deep within the forest. Later on, disrupted after seeing the events, changing from his hotheaded nature, Peter Varghese decides to go against his profession and do what is right. The constable reveals everything to a lawyer, with everyone involved in the incident being arrested, providing the tribal community the justice they deserved. For those unaware, the hard-hitting story of the oppressed is based on the real incident that took place in Muthanga in 2003.
Pink Villa
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Narivetta Review: Tovino Thomas starrer is an overwhelming story rooted in reality, but stumbles with writing
Narivetta, starring Tovino Thomas in the lead role, was released in theaters on May 23, 2025. The film, directed by Anuraj Manohar, is an action drama based on real-life events that occurred during the Muthanga Incident in 2003. As the movie releases for streaming on SonyLIV, here's the Pinkvilla review if you're interested in watching it. The Plot Narivetta, starring Tovino Thomas, tells the story of Peter Varghese, a constable stationed in a remote tribal region for security purposes. As the officer becomes more involved with the local milieu, he realizes the injustices faced by the tribal communities. With Peter Varghese becoming aware of the government's plans to de-escalate the situation, the officer is torn between duty and empathy. What happens to Peter, and how it is resolved, form the entire story. The Good Narivetta is one of the tales that sticks with the audience even hours after watching it. When reminded that this crimson-stained tale of oppression is based on a real event, it only makes the horror more poignant. The movie brilliantly captures the essence of the incident and remains consistent with the storyline. With Tovino Thomas effortlessly morphing himself into the character of Peter Varghese, we realize the ease and growth in acting that the actor has evolved into over the years. The characterizations penned by Abin Joseph effectively capture the criteria for what a character arc is supposed to be. What makes the film stand out from others in the same genre is the execution by Anuraj Manohar. The director, whose debut film Ishq was based on real-life events surrounding moral policing and hooliganism, does not stand behind in expressing the reality through his movies. As we delve into the technical aspects of the movie, Jakes Bejoy once again proves why he is the most sought-after music composer in Malayalam cinema. While the film features only one love song, the viral 'Minnalvala,' his background scores in tense moments are the film's backbone. Additionally, Vijay, the cinematographer, manages to craft a visually compelling story with consistent editing by Shameer Muhammed in a non-linear narrative. The Bad Narivetta, at its core, is a tale of the oppressed versus the oppressors. While many movies, such as Jai Bhim and Karnan, stand out as industry standards, the Tovino Thomas starrer struggles to match them. The movie's writing struggles to maintain consistency, even though it is based on a real-life incident. While it is unclear whether this is a deliberate creative choice, the movie fails to become a cinematic experience. Perhaps the story could have been more effectively told as an intense documentary rather than a fictionalized spin. Aside from the fact that Narivetta falters in its storytelling at parts and waters down the challenges faced by the tribal community, the movie is still a constant reminder of a history we should not forget. The Performance Narivetta is packed with intense actors, and quite honestly, this is its biggest asset. As Tovino Thomas transforms himself into a standard police constable, Suraj Venjaramoodu balances a character that is strong yet caring. Moreover, Cheran (in his Malayalam debut) was a refreshing face to see in the film, underlining why he was once considered one of the best actors in Tamil cinema. With Arya Salim deserving a special mention, Priyamvada Krishnan did a neat job as Peter Varghese's love interest. Watch the trailer here: The Verdict Narivetta is a movie experience that feels like a mirror into recent history, which many may have forgotten. If you're someone who doesn't fret about watching an intense action drama, then this Tovino Thomas starrer is truly meant for you.
Pink Villa
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Narivetta OTT Release: When and where to watch Tovino Thomas starrer action drama online
Narivetta, starring Tovino Thomas in the lead role, hit the big screens on May 23, 2025. Following its theatrical success, the movie is gearing up for its digital streaming. Here are the details you need to check out. When and where to watch Narivetta Narivetta is slated to begin streaming from July 11, 2025, on the OTT platform SonyLIV. The official announcement of the film's digital debut was made by the platform through its social media handle. The official update shared had the caption, 'Echoes of truth, shadows of injustice! Watch Narivetta from July 11 only on SonyLIV.' Here's the official announcement for Narivetta Official trailer and plot of Narivetta Narivetta features a story based on the 2003 Muthanga Incident in Kerala. The movie follows the story of Peter Varghese, a Kerala Police constable who is dedicated to his work and assigned to a remote tribal region. As he begins work in the new region, he becomes increasingly aware of the systemic injustices faced by the tribal populace. With the state government trying to evict the tribe from their ancestral property under the pretext of forest conservation and development, the officer is torn between listening to orders or to protect them. What happens to the officer and the reflection of the atrocities left behind after the event forms the entire story. Cast and crew of Narivetta Narivetta features Tovino Thomas in the lead role with actors like Suraj Venjaramoodu, Cheran (in his Malayalam debut), Arya Salim, Pranav Teophine, Priyamvada Krishnan, Prasanth Madhavan, Rini Udayakumar, Nandhu, and many more in key roles. The movie is directed by Ishq fame Anuraj Manohar, with the screenplay penned by Abin Joseph. Bankrolled by Tippushan and Shiyas Hassan, the film was musically crafted by Jakes Bejoy. Talking about the soundtrack, the song ' Minnalvala ' was written by veteran lyricist Kaithapram Damodaran Namboothiri, which went viral on release. With Vijay handling the cinematography, the movie was edited by Shameer Muhammed. Coming to Tovino Thomas' work front, the actor is next set to appear in the lead role for Dijo Jose Antony's Palli Chattambi with Kayadu Lohar as the co-lead. Moreover, rumors indicate that the Minnal Murali actor is expected to appear alongside Jr NTR in Prashanth Neel's NTRNeel (Dragon).
