Akashadoothu
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Akashadoothu is a 1993 Malayalam-language drama film
directed by Sibi Malayil
with Madhavi
and Murali in title roles. One of the most influential melodramas of the nineties, the film tells the tale of a widow suffering from leukemia
. It won the National Film Award for Best Film on Family Welfare
.
) and Annie,orphans who grew up together,got married,and has four children.The eldest of all the four is a girl child-Meenu and the youngest is Monu (1-2 years) and two boys (Rony and Tony) among them, one is a handicap. Both these boys are very close to each other.Johny was a jeep driver and Annie- a violin instructor.They lead a happy life together.After the unexpected death of Johnny,Annie is affected by the leukemia
disease.She is much worried about the future of her children. She never wanted her kids to move to an orphanage and be brought up in circumstances which she had been to.She decides to give her children for adoption.She lies to her kids that the salary she gets out of her classes is not sufficient for all of them and therefore she is going Germany very soon and therefore they have to go to new houses and there will be new Mummy and dady to love and take care of them.By now Meenu has come to know about her Mother's pathetic condition and asks her about it. Annie is totally broken down.Both of them keeps this a secret between them.Annie with the help of the preist of their regional church- father vattappara (Nedumudi venu) makes arrangement for the adoption of the kids. Moni is adopted by a leading Doctor.Annie wishes that both her boys Rony and Tony lives together forever and hence expects a couple to adop both of them.But they find it difficult to get people ready to accept the disabled boy. Finally Annie decides to give the other boy alone to a businessman and his wife (Jose Pellissery and Bindu Paniker). Meenu decides not to go to new house and be with her Mom, But annie and Father Vattappara convince her for the same. She is taken by an rich old man and his wife (Thikkurissi and Aranmula Ponnamma)to their home. Now left is the handicap boy Annie and father Vattappara is trying hard to find someone to take care of him. Mean time Annie's doctor give her a hint that days are counted for her. She wishes to celebrate Christmas at her home with her kids and makes arrangements for the same.She writes a letter to Meenu asking her to always keep in touch with her brothers so that the bonds remain for ever.On the day before christmas Annie has a dream that her kids have come to see her, When she happily opens the door, She understands that it was a mere dream. She starts bleeding from Nose and understand that there is'nt much time left for her, She goes to Jesus begging for atleast a day so that she can see her kids once again before she closes her eyes for ever. But her prayers are unanswered.She meets death.Her Son finds her dead that night. All her kids participate in her funeral and are parting ways. Later it is shown that the handicap boy is also taken along by the business man who took Tony,the eldest boy.
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Drama film
A drama film is a film genre that depends mostly on in-depth development of realistic characters dealing with emotional themes. Dramatic themes such as alcoholism, drug addiction, infidelity, moral dilemmas, racial prejudice, religious intolerance, poverty, class divisions, violence against women...
directed by Sibi Malayil
Sibi Malayil
Sibi Malayil is an Indian film director of Malayalam cinema best known for his melodramas of the 80s and 90s. Since the mid-1980s he has directed some 40 movies. Movies like Kireedam, Dasharatham, Thaniyavarthanam, His Highness Abdullah, Bharatham, and Akashadoothu defined the way Malayalam movies...
with Madhavi
Madhavi (actress)
Madhavi is a South Indian film actress. She played lead roles for 17 years in seven languages: Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, Oriya, Bengali, and Hindi. She has acted in more than 300 films.-Early life:...
and Murali in title roles. One of the most influential melodramas of the nineties, the film tells the tale of a widow suffering from leukemia
Leukemia
Leukemia or leukaemia is a type of cancer of the blood or bone marrow characterized by an abnormal increase of immature white blood cells called "blasts". Leukemia is a broad term covering a spectrum of diseases...
. It won the National Film Award for Best Film on Family Welfare
National Film Award for Best Film on Family Welfare
The National Film Award - Best Film on Family Welfare winners:...
.
Plot
The Story revolves around Johnny(MuraliMurali
Murali may refer to:People*Muttiah Muralitharan , often referred to as "Murali", Sri Lankan cricketer*Murali , Malayalam and Tamil film actor who appeared in Neythukaran and Aadhavan...
) and Annie,orphans who grew up together,got married,and has four children.The eldest of all the four is a girl child-Meenu and the youngest is Monu (1-2 years) and two boys (Rony and Tony) among them, one is a handicap. Both these boys are very close to each other.Johny was a jeep driver and Annie- a violin instructor.They lead a happy life together.After the unexpected death of Johnny,Annie is affected by the leukemia
Leukemia
Leukemia or leukaemia is a type of cancer of the blood or bone marrow characterized by an abnormal increase of immature white blood cells called "blasts". Leukemia is a broad term covering a spectrum of diseases...
disease.She is much worried about the future of her children. She never wanted her kids to move to an orphanage and be brought up in circumstances which she had been to.She decides to give her children for adoption.She lies to her kids that the salary she gets out of her classes is not sufficient for all of them and therefore she is going Germany very soon and therefore they have to go to new houses and there will be new Mummy and dady to love and take care of them.By now Meenu has come to know about her Mother's pathetic condition and asks her about it. Annie is totally broken down.Both of them keeps this a secret between them.Annie with the help of the preist of their regional church- father vattappara (Nedumudi venu) makes arrangement for the adoption of the kids. Moni is adopted by a leading Doctor.Annie wishes that both her boys Rony and Tony lives together forever and hence expects a couple to adop both of them.But they find it difficult to get people ready to accept the disabled boy. Finally Annie decides to give the other boy alone to a businessman and his wife (Jose Pellissery and Bindu Paniker). Meenu decides not to go to new house and be with her Mom, But annie and Father Vattappara convince her for the same. She is taken by an rich old man and his wife (Thikkurissi and Aranmula Ponnamma)to their home. Now left is the handicap boy Annie and father Vattappara is trying hard to find someone to take care of him. Mean time Annie's doctor give her a hint that days are counted for her. She wishes to celebrate Christmas at her home with her kids and makes arrangements for the same.She writes a letter to Meenu asking her to always keep in touch with her brothers so that the bonds remain for ever.On the day before christmas Annie has a dream that her kids have come to see her, When she happily opens the door, She understands that it was a mere dream. She starts bleeding from Nose and understand that there is'nt much time left for her, She goes to Jesus begging for atleast a day so that she can see her kids once again before she closes her eyes for ever. But her prayers are unanswered.She meets death.Her Son finds her dead that night. All her kids participate in her funeral and are parting ways. Later it is shown that the handicap boy is also taken along by the business man who took Tony,the eldest boy.
Cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Madhavi Madhavi Madhavi may refer to:* Madhavi , a character in the ancient Tamil epic Cilapathikaram* Madhavi , a South Indian film actress* Madhavi , 1982 play by Bhisham Sahni... |
Annie |
| Murali | Johnny |
| Seena antony | Minu |
| Kuthiravattam pappu Kuthiravattam Pappu Kuthiravattam Pappu, often credited as Pappu, was a popular Indian stage and film actor. His repertoire of acting was based on his unique style and use of the Kozhikodan dialect, impeccable timing and the capability to grasp the subtle nuances of any character and mould it into his signature "Pappu... |
Chaandy |
| Prem prakash | Doctor |
| Subair Subair Subair was an Indian film actor in Malayalam cinema industry. He was part of Malayalam films for nearly two decades and has acted in around 200 films.-Personal life:... |
Dr.David |
| 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 :... |
Fr.Vattappara |
| Aaranmulla ponnamma Aranmula Ponnamma Aranmula Ponnamma was a National Award winning Malayalam film actress known for her roles as mother of the protagonist in numerous films. She was widely described as a mother figure in Malayalam cinema.-Early life:... |
Annaamma |
| KPAC Lalitha | Annaamma's sister |
| N.F. Verghese | Paalkkaran (Milkman)Keshavan |
Casting
Geetha was initially approached to play the lead female role. She rejected the role citing date conflicts and eventually Madhavi was finalized for the role.Serial production
As a sequel to the movie, a serial with the same name started on October 24, 2011 on Surya TV.Soundtrack
The soundtrack of the film features 2 songs, composed by OuseppachanOuseppachan
Ousephachan is a National Award, Filmfare Award and Kerala State Film Award-winning Indian music director who sets scores for Malayalam films. He is one of the most sought-after musicians in the Malayalam film industry.-Biography:...
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| Sl no. | Song | Performer(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kattile Mainaye | K. S. Chitra |
| 2 | Raapadee ezhunnuvo | Yesudas |