'Crazy interval block, Malayalam's strangest ever psycho character'

Kalamkaval, the much-awaited movie from debutant Jithin K Jose, is here in theatres. Megastar Mammootty and Vinayakan play pivotal roles in the movie, which is loosely based on the crimes of Cyanide Mohan, a serial killer who preyed on women looking for marriage.

The movie that came amid much fanfare is trudging on expected lanes, generating a great response from audiences. Let us now delve into the first day's response from the audience.

• I hated the character Mammootty played. It shows how meticulous an actor he is. Vinayakan was simply outstanding.

• Pure villainism with no virtue signalling. The interval block was crazy.

• Have seen many psycho characters, but this one stands out. Mammootty is unreal.

• This should be Mammootty’s entry to the 100 crore club.

• It was Mammooty who ran the show in the first half; the baton was passed to Vinayakan in the second half.

• The structure of the movie shows the talent of the debutant director.

• Chimbu became Manmadhan at 24 while Mammootty did the same in his 70s. The movie sends a big message to family audiences. All family should watch the movie.

• We already knew the story, but the screenplay made it more gripping.

• Something was missing in the second half. Vinayakan performed well.

• Vinayakan was stunning. Despite this, the movie just gave me an average vibe.