Collector (film)
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Collector is a 2011 Malayalam political action thriller directed by Anil C. Menon with Suresh Gopi
in the lead. The film has Suresh Gopi playing the title role. The film is a socio political thriller that takes a look at the contemporary social scene in the state.
) is the District Collector of Ernakulam
. He took on several anti-social elements who rule the underworld of Kochi
. Of them, Williams (Rajeev), who is a real estate businessman was his biggest opponent. ACP Revathy and social activist Arundhati were there to support Avinash Varma. The City Police Commissioner, the Lady Mayor Sethulakshmi (Mohini
) of Kochi Corporation and a couple of corrupt ministers and officials were supporting the illegal activities of Williams. In the age-old battle between the 'Good' and the 'Evil', Avinash Varma wins as expected, and his truth and honesty rewarded.
Indiaglitz gave a positive review and said "The highlights of the movie are the brilliant production values starting from its awesome title graphics to excellent cinematography by Manoj Paramahamsa. Some of the dialogues in the former half and climax are indeed interesting, though that is not the case with the entire movie."
Sify.com rated the movie as average and said "Collector is loud, formulaic and tailor made for those who are addicted to the age old good versus evil sagas. For those who get thrilled when the hero renders lines of dialogues to virtually everyone around and takes on a dozen hunks with sheer grit, this may be a fine film. For the rest of the world, this may not be such an exciting experience. The choice is yours!".
. The songs as well as choreography received largely positive reviews. The songs managed to average the music charts in the initial weeks.
Suresh Gopi
Suresh Gopinathan Nair , often credited as Suresh Gopi , is an Indian film actor who works mainly in Malayalam cinema; he is famous for his roles in police dramas. He is noted for his leading roles as much as his character roles...
in the lead. The film has Suresh Gopi playing the title role. The film is a socio political thriller that takes a look at the contemporary social scene in the state.
Plot
Avinash Varma (Suresh GopiSuresh Gopi
Suresh Gopinathan Nair , often credited as Suresh Gopi , is an Indian film actor who works mainly in Malayalam cinema; he is famous for his roles in police dramas. He is noted for his leading roles as much as his character roles...
) is the District Collector of Ernakulam
Ernakulam
Ernakulam refers to the downtown area or the western part of the mainland of Kochi city in Kerala, India. The city is the most urban part of Kochi and has lent its name to the Ernakulam district. Ernakulam is called the commercial capital of the state of Kerala and is a main nerve of business in...
. He took on several anti-social elements who rule the underworld of Kochi
Kochi
-Places:* Kochi, a city in the state of Kerala, India, formerly known as Cochin* Kingdom of Cochin, a former feudal city-state on Malabar Coast, India** Fort Kochi, one of the three main urban components which constitute the present day city of Kochi, Kerala, India...
. Of them, Williams (Rajeev), who is a real estate businessman was his biggest opponent. ACP Revathy and social activist Arundhati were there to support Avinash Varma. The City Police Commissioner, the Lady Mayor Sethulakshmi (Mohini
Mohini (actress)
Mohini was an Indian actress of the Assamese cinema.Filmography:*Manomati*Heer*Indramalati*Laaz Ke*Gaan*Aayan*Torali*Mansi*Devdas ...Chandramukhi...
) of Kochi Corporation and a couple of corrupt ministers and officials were supporting the illegal activities of Williams. In the age-old battle between the 'Good' and the 'Evil', Avinash Varma wins as expected, and his truth and honesty rewarded.
Production
The film ran into financial troubles when its shooting was mid way. Collector is the seventh directorial venture of Anil C. Menon.Cast
- Suresh GopiSuresh GopiSuresh Gopinathan Nair , often credited as Suresh Gopi , is an Indian film actor who works mainly in Malayalam cinema; he is famous for his roles in police dramas. He is noted for his leading roles as much as his character roles...
as Avinash Varma (Ernakulam districtErnakulam district-Economy:Agriculture constitutes the most important segment of the district’s economy and it is the biggest source of employment. Of the geographical 235319 hectares, crops are grown in 0 hectares. Coconut is the principal crop followed by rubber, paddy, and tapioca...
collector) - Nedumudi VenuNedumudi VenuNedumudi Venu is a popular Malayalam film actor from Kerala, India. He has also written screenplays and has directed one film.- Early life :...
- Balachandran ChullikkaduBalachandran ChullikkaduBalachandran Chullikkadu is a renowned Malayalam poet and film actor.-Early life:Balachandran was born in Paravur, Ernakulam, Kerala. He completed his graduation in English literature from Maharajas College, Ernakulam.-Writing career:...
- BaburajBaburaj (actor)Baburaj is an Indian film actor, Director who appears in Villain and Character roles on Malayalam, Telugu and Hindi films. He is an advocate by profession and practised for 7 years...
- Kollam ThulasiKollam ThulasiKollam Kanjaveli Kuttilazhikathu Thulasidharan Nair is an actor in Malayalam cinema who is better known as Kollam Thulasi relating the name of his birth place Kollam to his first name as customary in Kerala. His first appearance was in Ezhuthappurangal . He is also a poet.-Personal life:He was born...
- MohiniMohini (actress)Mohini was an Indian actress of the Assamese cinema.Filmography:*Manomati*Heer*Indramalati*Laaz Ke*Gaan*Aayan*Torali*Mansi*Devdas ...Chandramukhi...
as Sethulakshmi (KochiKochi-Places:* Kochi, a city in the state of Kerala, India, formerly known as Cochin* Kingdom of Cochin, a former feudal city-state on Malabar Coast, India** Fort Kochi, one of the three main urban components which constitute the present day city of Kochi, Kerala, India...
Mayor) - Yamini Varma
- AmbikaAmbika (actress)Ambika is an Indian film actress. She was worked in Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada and Telugu films. Ambika's sister Radha was also an actress. Both of them acted in a number of south Indian films in 80s and they have a movie studio called "ARS Studios"....
- Rajeev
- Manianpilla RajuManianpilla RajuManiyanpilla Raju is a Malayalam film actor and producer. Though his real name is Sudhir Kumar, he is known by the screen name Maniyanpilla Raju...
- Kalashala Babu
- Krishnaprasad
Critical Response
The film received mostly mixed reviews upon release. Veeyen of nowrunning.com gave a negative review and said "Collector fits into the socio-political thriller genre in Malayalam films to the 'T'. The film tries to speak a lot, but the fact is that not many are in a mood to listen. For, we have seen it all" and gave 2 stars of 5.Indiaglitz gave a positive review and said "The highlights of the movie are the brilliant production values starting from its awesome title graphics to excellent cinematography by Manoj Paramahamsa. Some of the dialogues in the former half and climax are indeed interesting, though that is not the case with the entire movie."
Sify.com rated the movie as average and said "Collector is loud, formulaic and tailor made for those who are addicted to the age old good versus evil sagas. For those who get thrilled when the hero renders lines of dialogues to virtually everyone around and takes on a dozen hunks with sheer grit, this may be a fine film. For the rest of the world, this may not be such an exciting experience. The choice is yours!".
Box Office
The film averaged at the box office though its run isn't terminated yet. It collected over 4 Crores in 41 days run. It broke the record of any Suresh Gopi film's opening day collection with 1.1 Crores on the first day, previous best being Sahasram which was 98 Lakhs.Soundtrack
The soundtrack features four songs composed by Reghu KumarReghu Kumar
Reghu Kumar is a noted music composer from Kerala, India. His compositions were notable since 1980s.- Early life:Born into a prominent family in Calicut on 13 July 1953, started training in Indian classical music with Carnatic vocal at an early age under the tutelage of Guru...
. The songs as well as choreography received largely positive reviews. The songs managed to average the music charts in the initial weeks.
| Track # | Song | Singer(s) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Maayum Maaya" | K.J.Yesudas | 5:39 |
| 2 | "Raudhram" | Madhu Balakrishnan Madhu Balakrishnan Madhu Balakrishnan is an Indian playback singer, who sings in Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil and Kannada languages.-Biography:Madhu Balakrishnan is from Tripunithura, Cochin, Kerala in India. A Graded artist in All India Radio and Doordarshan, he has performed with all major playback singers in Kerala... |
4:19 |
| 3 | "Rengi Nare" | Renjini Jose | 5:20 |