Randaam Bhavam
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Randam Bhavam is a 2001 Malayalam film directed by Lal Jose
, written by Ranjan Pramod, and starring Suresh Gopi
.
) taking charge of Mangalore city Police. He learns from his suboridinate Sudhakaran Nair that the city is still ruled by underworld don Govindji (Thilakan
). Jeevan reveals that he has lived in Managalore as a child.
Navaneeth Krishnan a.k.a Kishanji (Suresh Gopi
) is the Henchman of Govindji who acts as a sort of Godfather to him. Kishan has a face/off with Jeevan and Jeevan gets injured in the fight. Jeevan later meets Kishan in a train but it turns out that it is Ananthakrishnan a.k.a Ananthu (Suresh Gopi
), Kishan's twin brother; who unlike Kishan is a well educated and righteous person. Jeevan visits their family home in Kerala to confirm the facts. He learns that Kishan, despite being from a well-off family and being topper at school, ran off as a child and joined the gangs of Mangalore owing to a punishing father(Narendra Prasad
). According to Ananthu, Kishen was a normal child, but was always compared to the extra calm Ananthu and was punished severely for even the smallest of mistakes. Jeevan also meets Kishen's uncle(Nedumudi Venu
) and his daughter Manikkutty(Lena
) who is Ananthu's fiancee.
Back in Mangalore, Jeevan meets Govindji who gives him a warm welcome and shows that he has done enough home work on Jeevan's career and personal life. He introduce Jeevan to his lawyer(Oduvil Unnikrishnan
) as the officer responsible for destrying Pune underworld and as the son of Mangalore ex-Police commissioner. Later in the film, it is hinted that Govindji is responsible for the death of Jeevan's father and Jeevan is seeking revenge on Govindji.
Govindji is mentoring Kishen to become the next Govindji. Kishen considers Govindji in place of his father and is obsessed with him. Govindji frequently repeats the incidents of their first meeting at a Police Station in Goa from where Govindji rescued him. Kishen's best friend Muhammed Ibrahim (Lal (actor)
) works for Mahendra Reddy, the leader of the rival gang. Despite this, they keep their friendship alive. Muhammed seems tired of the gang work and wants a peaceful life. However he can't escape it.
Kishen lives in a flat provided by Govindji and has a deep relation with neighbouring family of Akhila (Poornima Indrajith
) and her mother(Sukumari
). Akhila is in love with Kishen. However Kishen wears a stern face to hide his love. Ananthu visits Kishen at his flat and befriends Akhila. Kishen is visibly jeleous with the affection and respect that Akhila shows to Ananthu. Ananthu requests Kishen to return home, however Kishen refuses as he still strongly hates his father. Ananthu returns home empty handed.
Kishen murders Mehaboob (Nadir shah), a close associate of Muhammed Ibrahim which upsets him greatly. Jeevan smells the opportunity and councils Muhammed. He suggests that Govindji and Reddy may not be enemies as they pretends. Muhammed provides information on Reddy's secret godowns. Jeevan raids the godowns and arrests Reddy.
Govindji senses danger and orders Kishen to kill Muhammed. For the first time in life, Kishen questions Govindji. However, Govindji convinces Kishen to kill Muhammed Ibrahim to prove his loyalty. Kishen kills Muahammed with single shot from behind with great grief.
Back home Kishen finds 'Mummy' murdered and realize that Govindji ordered the murder. Kishen visits Govindji. Suring heated argument, Kishen kills the new hench man who was instrument in the murder and points the gun at Govindji. Kishen leaves the gang. Govindji arranges 'Shoot at sight'order against Kishen. Jeevan learns this and tries to protect Kishen.
Meanwhile, Ananthu arrives in Managalore to pursue Kishen to attend their sister's wedding. Jeevan manages to find Kishen. but Ananthu gets killed in front of them by Govindji's men. Jeevan and Akhila convinces Kishen to pretend as Ananthu so as to escape Govindji. Kishen, Jeevan and Akhila takes Ananthu's body back to Kerala. Back home, he finds his parents grief on his death. After the funeral, Jeevan returns while Akhila stays for a few more days.
Kishen tries to be Ananthu, but he does not know anything about him. He is unable to handle queries about Ananthu's book on bird watching. He enters a long leave from College. Also he finds it difficult to deal with Manikkutty who is madly in love with Ananthu. He understands how much his father loved him. Also his mother(Sreevidya) reveals him, she had understood his identity at first sight.
The war between Govindji and Jeevan continues in Mangalore. Govindji finds a new hitman (Baburaj) and kills Mahendra Reddy to destroy evidence against him. Jeevan visits Kishen and request his assistance to destroy Govindji. He tries to provoke Kishen to seek revenge for his brother's death. However Kishen refuses to help as he is trying to carry on his new life.
Ananthu gets honoured by a national award for his contributions to bird watching and book. Kishen finds it difficult to face the press interviews following the award. He reveals the truth to his uncle. Meanwhile, Govindji also reads about the award and it is then that he lears Kishen has a twin brother. He get alert immediately. He visits Kishen at his home pretending to give a compensation to the family for his former employee. Kishen handles the situation well, but Govindji's doubt remains.
Govindji abducts Akhila. He files a Police complaint that Akhila is missing. He wants Kishen back in Mangalore so that he can be killed. According to Govindji, he does not want Kishen to arrive unexpectedly as it is too difficult. He also tries to threaten Kishen with psychological tactics.
Finally Kishen arrives in Mangalore takes hand in hand with Jeevan. They capture all of Govindji's men in single night. Then they raid his Banglowe and rescues Akhila. Govindji stands alone helplessly. Kishen tells Govindji that he is defeated, but he does not want to kill him. He gifts his gun to Govindji. Instead of killing Kishen, Govindji Commits suicide.
Lal Jose
Lal Jose is an Indian film director. His debut film as a director is Oru Maravathoor Kanavu . His popular films include Meesa Madhavan , Classmates and Arabikkatha .- Biography :...
, written by Ranjan Pramod, and starring Suresh Gopi
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...
.
Synopsis
The film begins with Police Officer Jeevan(Biju MenonBiju Menon
Biju Menon is an Indian film actor who has mainly worked in Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu films. He appears mostly in supporting roles, but has also acted in antagonistic roles. He made his debut in 1995 in Mannar Mathai Speaking...
) taking charge of Mangalore city Police. He learns from his suboridinate Sudhakaran Nair that the city is still ruled by underworld don Govindji (Thilakan
Thilakan
Surendranatha Thilakan , known mononymously as Thilakan, is an Indian actor who works in Malayalam cinema and theatre. He was awarded Padma Shri on 25 January 2009.- Theatre:...
). Jeevan reveals that he has lived in Managalore as a child.
Navaneeth Krishnan a.k.a Kishanji (Suresh Gopi
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...
) is the Henchman of Govindji who acts as a sort of Godfather to him. Kishan has a face/off with Jeevan and Jeevan gets injured in the fight. Jeevan later meets Kishan in a train but it turns out that it is Ananthakrishnan a.k.a Ananthu (Suresh Gopi
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...
), Kishan's twin brother; who unlike Kishan is a well educated and righteous person. Jeevan visits their family home in Kerala to confirm the facts. He learns that Kishan, despite being from a well-off family and being topper at school, ran off as a child and joined the gangs of Mangalore owing to a punishing father(Narendra Prasad
Narendra prasad
Narendra Prasad was a popular Indian movie actor, playwright, director, teacher and literary critic. He was born at Mavelikara, Alappuzha District, in the south Indian state of Kerala....
). According to Ananthu, Kishen was a normal child, but was always compared to the extra calm Ananthu and was punished severely for even the smallest of mistakes. Jeevan also meets Kishen's uncle(Nedumudi Venu
Nedumudi Venu
Nedumudi Venu is a popular Malayalam film actor from Kerala, India. He has also written screenplays and has directed one film.- Early life :...
) and his daughter Manikkutty(Lena
Lena Abhilash
Lena Abhilash , is a Malayalam actress and a VJ . She is known for her contrasting roles in different Malayalam soaps, which otherwise is filled with tear-jerking female characters. She has acted in many films including Jayaraj's Sneham, Karunam and Shantam, Kochu Kochu Santhoshangal, Randam...
) who is Ananthu's fiancee.
Back in Mangalore, Jeevan meets Govindji who gives him a warm welcome and shows that he has done enough home work on Jeevan's career and personal life. He introduce Jeevan to his lawyer(Oduvil Unnikrishnan
Oduvil Unnikrishnan
Oduvil Unnikrishnan was an award winning Malayalam movie actor known for his versatile acting skills, known for his portrayal of classical ancient aristocratic personalities in Malayalam cinema with his unique provincial linguistic style, expressions and dialect. He was noted as a serious as well...
) as the officer responsible for destrying Pune underworld and as the son of Mangalore ex-Police commissioner. Later in the film, it is hinted that Govindji is responsible for the death of Jeevan's father and Jeevan is seeking revenge on Govindji.
Govindji is mentoring Kishen to become the next Govindji. Kishen considers Govindji in place of his father and is obsessed with him. Govindji frequently repeats the incidents of their first meeting at a Police Station in Goa from where Govindji rescued him. Kishen's best friend Muhammed Ibrahim (Lal (actor)
Lal (actor)
Paul Michael , better known by his stage name Lal, is an Indian film director, script writer, actor, producer, and film distributor....
) works for Mahendra Reddy, the leader of the rival gang. Despite this, they keep their friendship alive. Muhammed seems tired of the gang work and wants a peaceful life. However he can't escape it.
Kishen lives in a flat provided by Govindji and has a deep relation with neighbouring family of Akhila (Poornima Indrajith
Poornima Indrajith
Poornima Indrajith, also known as Poornima Mohan, is a Malayalam film actress who acted in Malayalam and Tamil films. She started her career as a model and then went on to host a music countdown show "Pepsi Top Ten" on Asianet. Poornima acted in many movies, including Meghamalhar, Valyettan, and...
) and her mother(Sukumari
Sukumari
Sukumari is an Indian film actress who has primarily acted in Malayalam and Tamil films. She has been acting since she was 10 years old and has acted in various roles. The total number of her films is presumed to be about two-thousand. In 2003, she was awarded the Padma Shri by the Government of...
). Akhila is in love with Kishen. However Kishen wears a stern face to hide his love. Ananthu visits Kishen at his flat and befriends Akhila. Kishen is visibly jeleous with the affection and respect that Akhila shows to Ananthu. Ananthu requests Kishen to return home, however Kishen refuses as he still strongly hates his father. Ananthu returns home empty handed.
Kishen murders Mehaboob (Nadir shah), a close associate of Muhammed Ibrahim which upsets him greatly. Jeevan smells the opportunity and councils Muhammed. He suggests that Govindji and Reddy may not be enemies as they pretends. Muhammed provides information on Reddy's secret godowns. Jeevan raids the godowns and arrests Reddy.
Govindji senses danger and orders Kishen to kill Muhammed. For the first time in life, Kishen questions Govindji. However, Govindji convinces Kishen to kill Muhammed Ibrahim to prove his loyalty. Kishen kills Muahammed with single shot from behind with great grief.
Back home Kishen finds 'Mummy' murdered and realize that Govindji ordered the murder. Kishen visits Govindji. Suring heated argument, Kishen kills the new hench man who was instrument in the murder and points the gun at Govindji. Kishen leaves the gang. Govindji arranges 'Shoot at sight'order against Kishen. Jeevan learns this and tries to protect Kishen.
Meanwhile, Ananthu arrives in Managalore to pursue Kishen to attend their sister's wedding. Jeevan manages to find Kishen. but Ananthu gets killed in front of them by Govindji's men. Jeevan and Akhila convinces Kishen to pretend as Ananthu so as to escape Govindji. Kishen, Jeevan and Akhila takes Ananthu's body back to Kerala. Back home, he finds his parents grief on his death. After the funeral, Jeevan returns while Akhila stays for a few more days.
Kishen tries to be Ananthu, but he does not know anything about him. He is unable to handle queries about Ananthu's book on bird watching. He enters a long leave from College. Also he finds it difficult to deal with Manikkutty who is madly in love with Ananthu. He understands how much his father loved him. Also his mother(Sreevidya) reveals him, she had understood his identity at first sight.
The war between Govindji and Jeevan continues in Mangalore. Govindji finds a new hitman (Baburaj) and kills Mahendra Reddy to destroy evidence against him. Jeevan visits Kishen and request his assistance to destroy Govindji. He tries to provoke Kishen to seek revenge for his brother's death. However Kishen refuses to help as he is trying to carry on his new life.
Ananthu gets honoured by a national award for his contributions to bird watching and book. Kishen finds it difficult to face the press interviews following the award. He reveals the truth to his uncle. Meanwhile, Govindji also reads about the award and it is then that he lears Kishen has a twin brother. He get alert immediately. He visits Kishen at his home pretending to give a compensation to the family for his former employee. Kishen handles the situation well, but Govindji's doubt remains.
Govindji abducts Akhila. He files a Police complaint that Akhila is missing. He wants Kishen back in Mangalore so that he can be killed. According to Govindji, he does not want Kishen to arrive unexpectedly as it is too difficult. He also tries to threaten Kishen with psychological tactics.
Finally Kishen arrives in Mangalore takes hand in hand with Jeevan. They capture all of Govindji's men in single night. Then they raid his Banglowe and rescues Akhila. Govindji stands alone helplessly. Kishen tells Govindji that he is defeated, but he does not want to kill him. He gifts his gun to Govindji. Instead of killing Kishen, Govindji Commits suicide.
Reception
The film failed to make impact on box office despite the star packed cast and hit songs. It was widely acclaimed later as one of the best action films of 2000'sCast
- 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...
- ThilakanThilakanSurendranatha Thilakan , known mononymously as Thilakan, is an Indian actor who works in Malayalam cinema and theatre. He was awarded Padma Shri on 25 January 2009.- Theatre:...
- Biju MenonBiju MenonBiju Menon is an Indian film actor who has mainly worked in Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu films. He appears mostly in supporting roles, but has also acted in antagonistic roles. He made his debut in 1995 in Mannar Mathai Speaking...
- 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 :...
- Poornima Mohan
- SrividyaSrividyaSrividya was a leading Indian film actress of the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and early 2000s in the Tamil film Industry, in addition to being a good singer. In the latter part of her career, she concentrated on Malayalam films. Her brilliant portrayals as a mother in many films were highly acclaimed....
- Lena AbhilashLena AbhilashLena Abhilash , is a Malayalam actress and a VJ . She is known for her contrasting roles in different Malayalam soaps, which otherwise is filled with tear-jerking female characters. She has acted in many films including Jayaraj's Sneham, Karunam and Shantam, Kochu Kochu Santhoshangal, Randam...
Soundtrack
Music : VidyasagarVidyasagar (music director)
Vidyasagar is an Award-Winning Indian film music director and music composer in the Tamil, Malayalam, Telugu and Hindi film industry. He is very popular in South Indian music industry and best known for his soulful melodies. His fast numbers to many films have earned him much fame too. He has...
| Song Title | Singers | Lyricist |
|---|---|---|
| "Amma Nakshathrame" | K. J. Yesudas K. J. Yesudas Kattassery Joseph Yesudas is an Indian classical musician and playback singer.Yesudas sings Indian classical, devotional, and popular music. He has recorded more than 50,000 songs in many languages including Malayalam, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Bengali, Gujarati, Oriya, Marathi, Punjabi,... |
Girish Puthenchery |
| "Danapparappara" | Mano Mano (singer) Mano is an Indian playback singer. He sings in Telugu, Bengali, Kannada, Malayalam, Tamil and Hindi.-Biography:Mano was born in a Muslim family and his original name is Nagoor Babu; he was rechristened Mano by Ilayaraja... , Vidhu Prathap Vidhu Prathap Vidhu Prathap is an Indian playback singer born on September 1, 1980. He has sung many songs in over a hundred and fifty films in mostly Malayalam and a few in Tamil, Kannada and Telugu languages... , Dileep Dileep Dileep may refer to:* Dilip or Dileep: King in Hindu mythology* Dilip Kumar, Bollywood Indian film actor* A. R. Rahman , Indian composer, musician, and record producer... |
Girish Puthenchery |
| "Kiss Lamhe Ki" | Hariharan Hariharan (singer) Hariharan , born 3 April 1955) is an Indian playback singer in Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Marathi, Bhojpuri and Telugu movies, an established ghazal singer, and one of the pioneers of Indian fusion music. His melody is strongly appreciated by the film fraternity... |
Girish Puthenchery |
| "Marannittu Menthino" | P. Jayachandran, Sujatha Mohan Sujatha Mohan Sujatha Mohan , usually credited as Sujatha, is an award-winning Indian playback singer who is popular for singing in Malayalam and Tamil movies. She has also sung for Telugu, Kannada and Hindi movies. She is widely popular for her evergreen melodies and her sweet voice is considered to be her... |
Girish Puthenchery |
| "Marannittum" | P. Jayachandran | Girish Puthenchery |
| "Randam Bhavam" | Suresh Peters Suresh Peters Suresh Peters is a music director and playback rapper/singer for films in India whose notable songs include Style from the film Sivaji: The Boss. Peters received his first break as a music director through the Malayalam movie Punjabi House in which he composed both melodies and folk songs... |
Girish Puthenchery |
| "Ven Prave" | K. J. Yesudas K. J. Yesudas Kattassery Joseph Yesudas is an Indian classical musician and playback singer.Yesudas sings Indian classical, devotional, and popular music. He has recorded more than 50,000 songs in many languages including Malayalam, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Bengali, Gujarati, Oriya, Marathi, Punjabi,... |
Girish Puthenchery |