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Ullasam (transl. Joy) is a 2022 Indian Malayalam-language romantic comedy film directed by Jeevan Jojo (in his directorial debut) and produced by Joe Kaithamattom and Christi Kaithamattom under the banner Kaithamattom Brothers. It stars Shane Nigam and Pavithra Lakshmi in lead roles.

Premise

Two strangers from diverse backgrounds meet on their return from Ooty to Kerala and are left with the only choice of traveling together. The journey advances through different circumstances and coming across new people. The story takes a turn as they realize that it is nothing but a journey of self-exploration.

Cast

• Shane Nigam as Harry Menon
• Pavithra Lakshmi as Dr. Nima Alex
• Aju Varghese as Sam
• Basil Joseph as Asi
• Deepak Parambol as Arun Mathew
• Renji Panicker as Ramachandran (Cameo)
• Ambika as Mary Kutti
• Hareesh Peradi as Aashaan
• Nayana Elsa as Sona
• Sarayu
• Santhosh Keezhattoor
• Jayaraj Warrier

Production

On 26 March 2019, Sify reported that Shane Nigam had commenced filming of an untitled film with director Jeevan Jojo alongside debutant Pavithra Lakshmi paired opposite him. Filming was underway at Ootty with Munnar, Palakkad and Ernakulam as other locations. It was said to be a romantic comedy film and Aju Varghese, Deepak Parambol and Basil Joseph were also added to the cast. The entire filming was completed in 53 days. The title Ullasam was announced on 21 July 2019 with an image showing the lead character Shane skateboarding. Mohanlal released the film's first-look poster through social medias on 7 February 2020. In an interview with The New Indian Express director Jeevan Jojo described Shane's character in the film as a “carefree, fun-loving youngster.”

The film is written by Praveen Balakrishnan and its soundtrack is composed by Shaan Rahman and Gopi Sundar. Ullasam was released theatrically on 1 July 2022 by Kalasangham Films.

Reception

Critical reception

The Times of India rated 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote "A pleasant, light-hearted caper".

Box office

The film only received nearly 85 lakhs from theatres. The film was a Box-office failure.

References

1. "Shane Nigam's brand new look from Ullasam!". Sify. 22 July 2019. Archived from the original on 29 May 2022. Retrieved 29 May 2022.
2. Praveen, S. r (1 July 2022). "'Ullasam' movie review: Shane Nigam, Pavithra Lakshmi star in dull, meandering rom-com". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 27 September 2022.
3. "Ullasam Movie Review & Rating: ചന്ദ്രോത്സവത്തിന് ചാർളിയിൽ പിറന്ന ചിത്രം; 'ഉല്ലാസം' റിവ്യൂ". Indian Express Malayalam (in Malayalam). Retrieved 27 September 2022.
4. "Pavithra Lakshmi to debut as Shane Nigam's heroine". Sify. 26 March 2019. Archived from the original on 27 March 2019. Retrieved 29 May 2022.
5. "Shane Nigam is at his most playful in Ullasam". The Times of India. 10 February 2020. Retrieved 29 May 2022.
6. "Shane Nigam-Jeevan Jojo film titled Ullasam". Cinema Express. 21 July 2019. Retrieved 29 May 2022.
7. "Shane Nigam looks charming in the first look poster of 'Ullasam'". The Times of India. 7 February 2020. Retrieved 29 May 2022.
8. "Shane Nigam is an unmatchable performer: Director Jeevan Jojo". The New Indian Express. 11 February 2020. Retrieved 29 May 2022.
9. "Shane Nigam - Pavithra Lakshmi starrer 'Ullasam' gets a clean U certificate". The Times of India. 10 May 2022. Retrieved 29 May 2022.
10. "Ullasam poster is full of happy vibes". The Times of India. 26 May 2020. Retrieved 29 May 2022.
11. "Pavithra Lakshmi's Malayalam debut film 'Ullasam' trailer is here!". The Times of India. 5 June 2022. Retrieved 11 June 2022.
12. "Ullasam Movie Review: A pleasant, light-hearted caper". The Times of India.
13. "'Ullasam' Box Office Collection: Shane Nigam starrer earns Rs 85 lakhs in five days - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 27 September 2022.

External links

• Ullasam at IMDb

• 2022 films
• 2020s Malayalam-language films
• Films scored by Gopi Sundar