Pani: A Revenge Drama That Fails to Deliver
Pani is receiving a mixed response from the audience, with most viewers finding it a poorly executed revenge drama. The film is criticized for its weak direction and amateurish performances, which fail to engage the audience. While the plot is thin and stretched too long, a few characters like Davis and Sagar stand out with decent performances, but others, including Joju George, seem underutilized.
The movie appears to repeat the formula of Thrissur-based gangster dramas, adding nothing fresh to the genre. Joju George, known for his impactful roles, couldn’t elevate the film, making it seem like a failed attempt. Many viewers felt that the film lacked emotional depth and complexity, which are usually key in making a revenge story engaging.
Joju George’s Pani Falls Flat with a Poorly Executed Story
The first half of Pani was especially slow, taking too much time to introduce characters and set up the plot. Though the second half starts off better and the final act offers some redeeming moments, the overall execution falls flat. The lack of strong characters and meaningful conflicts left the audience disconnected from the story.
Despite a few decent moments in the second half, the overall experience of Pani is disappointing for most viewers. The background score also failed to impress, contributing little to the film’s intensity. Audience ratings hover around 2.25 out of 5, making it an overall below-average watch.
