Appatha Explained

Appatha
Director:Priyadarshan
Producer:Jyoti Deshpande
Suresh Balaje
George Pius
Starring:Urvashi
Sidharth Babu
Cinematography:Madhu Ambat
Editing:M. S. Aiyyappan Nair
Music:Rajesh Murugesan
Studio:JioStudios
Wide Angle Creations
Country:India
Language:Tamil

Appatha is a 2023 Indian Tamil-language film directed by Priyadarshan. It stars Urvashi (in her 700th film) and Sidharth Babu. The film was screened at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Film Festival in 2023.[1] It premiered on JioCinema on 29 July 2023.[2]

Plot

The plot revolves around a rural mother (Urvashi) to visit her son (Sam) who dwells in a city. The mother finds difficult to adapt the city lifestyle and she was left alone with her son's dog on one day. Initially, she was frightened by the dog and it turns the house into a mess. Later, the mother and dog share a bond. The story ends in a heart-warming note where mother finds an identity for herself after being yelled by her son on a stage.

Production

Development

The film was announced on 19 November 2021 via a Facebook post, with official confirmation from the film's director Priyadarshan.[3]

Filming

Principal photography commenced in November 2021 at Muthalamada railway station in Palakkad[4] and filming was completed on 8 April 2022, with official confirmation from film director Priyadarshan.[5]

Soundtrack

Appatha
Type:Soundtrack
Artist:Rajesh Murugesan
Released:2023
Recorded:2022
Genre:Feature film soundtrack
Length:3:57
Language:Tamil
Prev Year:2022
Year:2023
Next Year:2024

Reception

Praveen Sudevan of The Hindu wrote "The difference between a sweet film and an annoying one lies in their contrasting effects on the audience. The former possesses the magical ability to captivate hearts, leaving viewers with a warm feeling long after the credits roll".[6] P Sangeeta of OTT Play gave 2.5 out of 5 stars and wrote "Despite its flaws in terms of narration and character development, Appatha has moments that have our hearts. Veteran actress Urvashi is a delight to watch and that's a good enough reason to watch the film".[7] Avinash G Ram of Vijaya Karnataka gave 3 out of 5 stars and says "The dog of the son's house welcomes the father who leaves the city and comes to his son's house in the city! The mother-in-law has to leave the mother with the dog at home and go on a trip. The story is about how Dad is in such a situation".[8] Rajesh Duggumane of TV9 Kannada wrote "There is a need to do. Despite some of these limitations, animal lovers, those who like emotional stories, those who want heart-burning laughs can enjoy this movie".[9] A critic from Ananda Vikatan wrote that "Appatta's witty verses with her husband's photo and verses about the changing diet with the changing times are delightful and bring a smile to the lips. For the first hour, everything falls into place and the screenplay moves into a feel-good film. After an hour of melodrama, the screenplay derails".[10]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 27 January 2023 . Priyadarshan's 'Appatha' to be screened at Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Film Festival . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20230810154920/https://theprint.in/feature/priyadarshans-appatha-to-be-screened-at-shanghai-cooperation-organisation-film-festival/1337311/ . 10 August 2023 . 10 August 2023 . ThePrint. en.
  2. Web site: 24 July 2023 . Trailer of Urvashi's 700th film, 'Appatha', out . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20230810154109/http://web.archive.org/screenshot/https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/trailer-of-urvashis-700th-film-appatha-out/article67115527.ece . 10 August 2023 . 10 August 2023 . The Hindu. en.
  3. Web site: 19 November 2021 . Urvashi-Priyadarshan join hands after 28 years of 'Midhunam' . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20230812203542/http://web.archive.org/screenshot/https://english.mathrubhumi.com/movies-music/news/new-movie-announcement-1.6192659 . 12 August 2023 . 12 August 2023 . Mathrubhumi. en.
  4. Web site: 25 November 2021 . Priyadarshan and Urvashi's Tamil film Appatha revolves around a woman and her dog . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20230810152426/http://web.archive.org/screenshot/https://www.ottplay.com/news/priyadarshan-and-urvashis-tamil-film-appatha-revolves-around-a-woman-and-her-dog/681ac94196310 . 10 August 2023 . 10 August 2023 . OTT Play. en.
  5. Web site: 8 April 2022 . EXCLUSIVE: Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan's film to roll in 2023; Filmmaker gives an update on Hulchul 2 . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20230810153549/http://web.archive.org/screenshot/https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/exclusives/exclusive-akshay-kumar-and-priyadarshan-film-roll-2023-filmmaker-gives-update-hulchul-2-1062556 . 10 August 2023 . 10 August 2023 . Pinkvilla. en.
  6. Web site: 31 July 2023 . 'Appatha' movie review: An undercooked melodrama with generic sentimentality and little substance . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20230810155257/http://web.archive.org/screenshot/https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/appatha-movie-review-an-undercooked-melodrama-with-generic-sentimentality-and-little-substance/article67131628.ece . 10 August 2023 . 10 August 2023 . The Hindu. en.
  7. Web site: 30 July 2023 . Appatha Review: Urvashi's splendid performance lifts this predictable tale, which has its heartwarming moments and flaws . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20230810155636/https://www.ottplay.com/review/appatha-review-urvashis-splendid-performance-lifts-this-predictable-tale-which-has-its-heartwarming-moments-and-flaws/36f7e58235547 . 10 August 2023 . 10 August 2023 . HT Media. en.
  8. Web site: 30 July 2023 . Appatha Review: ಮೂಕಪ್ರಾಣಿಯ ಜೊತೆಗೆ... . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20230801201845/https://vijaykarnataka.com/entertainment/review/veteran-actress-urvashi-starrer-appatha-movie-review-rating-in-kannada/moviereview/102248572.cms . 1 August 2023 . 1 August 2023 . Vijaya Karnataka. kannada .
  9. Web site: 29 July 2023 . Appatha Review: ಲಘು ಹಾಸ್ಯದ ಜೊತೆ ಭಾವುಕತೆಯ ಲಾಸ್ಯ ಬೆರೆತ 'ಅಪ್ಪತ'; ಇದು ಊರ್ವಶಿ ನಟನೆಯ 700ನೇ ಸಿನಿಮಾ . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20230801201846/https://tv9kannada.com/entertainment/movie-reviews/appatha-review-senior-actor-urvashi-starrer-appatha-movie-makes-audience-laugh-and-emotional-mdn-632836.html . 1 August 2023 . 1 August 2023 . TV9 Kannada. kannada .
  10. Web site: அப்பத்தா விமர்சனம்: ஊர்வசியின் நடிப்புக்கு ஆயிரம் ஹார்ட் ரியாக்ஷன்ஸ் கொடுக்கலாம்; ஆனால் படத்துக்கு?. 3 August 2023. Ananda Vikatan. ta. 13 August 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230804081217/https://cinema.vikatan.com/streaming/ott-review-appatha-director-priyadharshan-and-urvashi-join-hands-for-a-mediocre-melodrama. 4 August 2023. live.