B 32 Muthal 44 Vare is 2023 Indian Malayalam-language drama film written and directed by Shruthi Sharanyam in her directorial debut and produced by the Kerala State Film Development Corporation. The film stars Remya Nambeesan, Anarkali Marikar and Krisha Kurup, alongside Harish Uthaman, Sajin Cherukayil and Sajitha Madathil. The plot revolves around five women and a trans man from different social classes who face significant stress due to their body image issues.
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 Official poster | |
| Directed by | Shruthi Sharanyam |
| Written by | Shruthi Sharanyam |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Sudeep Elamon |
| Edited by | Rahul Radhakrishnan |
| Music by | Sudeep Palanad |
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Running time | 108 minutes[2] |
| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
Cast
edit- Anarkali Marikar as Ziya[3]
- Aswathy B as Jaya[3]
- Harish Uthaman as Vivek[3]
- Krisha Kurup as Rachel[3]
- Raina Radhakrishnan as Nidhi[3]
- Remya Nambeesan as Malini[3]
- Zarin Shihab as Iman[3]
- Sajin Cherukayil as Karun Prasad[3]
- Sajitha Madathil as Reetha[3]
Production
editThe film was selected for funding by the Kerala State Film Development Corporation (KSFDC) as part of a project launched in 2019–20 to promote women filmmakers.[1] The principal photography began in March 2022 with a switch-on ceremony performed by Kukku Parameshwaran.[4] The first clap was given by Shruthi Sharanyam and Remya Nambeesan.[4]
Music
edit| B 32 Muthal 44 Vare | |
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| Soundtrack album by Sudeep Palanad | |
| Released | March 28, 2023 |
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| Genre | Feature film soundtrack |
| Length | 15:19 |
| Language | Malayalam |
| Label | Muzik 247 |
| Producer | Sudeep Palanad |
The songs are composed by Sudeep Palanad, while the lyrics are written by Shruthi Sharanyam.[5] The official audio launch was held at CUSAT.[6][7] The first song titled "Aanandam" was released on 28 March 2023.[8]
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Aanandam" | Sudeep Palanad & Bhadra Rajin | 2:25 |
| 2. | "Paariparakkuvan" | Sudeep Palanad & Bhadra Rajin | 1:16 |
| 3. | "Aaro" | Remya Vinayakumar, Remya Sarvada Das & Sreedevi Thekkedath | 3:39 |
| 4. | "Aazhangalil" | Sreedevi Thekkedath, Sudeep Palanad & Bhadra Rajin | 2:48 |
| 5. | "Uyir Thedi" | Sudeep Palanad, Bhadra Rajin & Sreedevi Thekkedath | 5:11 |
Release
editTheatrical
editThe film was censored with a U/A certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification.[1] B 32 Muthal 44 Vare was released in theatres on 6 April 2023.[9]
Reception
editCritical reception
editAnjana George of The Times of India gave 4 out of 5 stars and wrote "The film is a pathbreaking celebration for women and a thought provoker for society."[10] S. R. Praveen of The Hindu wrote "Through the stories of six well-written characters, Shruthi Sharanyam's film sensitively portrays the body politics faced by women while also delicately and empathetically handling homosexuality."[11] Cris of The News Minute wrote "The film, through the stories of six persons, takes you through crises, both small and big, related to bodily issues that get resolved with the comforting support that one lends another."[12]
Princy Alexander of Onmanorama wrote "'B 32 Muthal 44 Vare', as ambiguous as the title sounds, is a straightforward movie that explores the female psyche and the physique, through the lives of five women and a transgender."[13] Vignesh Madhu of The New Indian Express gave 3 out of 5 stars and stated that "The title B 32 Muthal 44 Vare, which refers to the bust sizes of women's innerwear, is apt for this film as it deals with how a woman's breasts have a telling impact on the course of her life."[14] Critics from Mathrubhumi[15] and Indian Express Malayalam[16] gave mixed reviews.
Accolades
edit| Year | Award | Category | Recipient | Ref. |
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| 2022 | Padmarajan Award | Best Screenwriter | Shruthi Sharanyam | [17] |
| Kerala Film Critics Association Awards | Best Film | B 32 Muthal 44 Vare | [18] | |
| 2023 | Kerala State Film Awards | Special Award in Any Category for Women/Transgender | Shruthi Sharanyam | [19] |
References
edit- ^ a b c "B 32 Muthal 44 Vare censored U/A, release date announced". Cinema Express. 3 April 2023. Archived from the original on 10 April 2023. Retrieved 10 April 2023.
- ^ "B 32 Muthal 44 Vare (2023) - Movie | Reviews, Cast & Release Date". in.bookmyshow.com. Archived from the original on 21 July 2023. Retrieved 2 October 2023.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i "B 32 Muthal 44 Vare trailer promises a riveting tale of six women". Cinema Express. 5 April 2023. Archived from the original on 12 April 2023. Retrieved 11 April 2023.
- ^ a b "ബി 32 മുതൽ 44 വരെ; കെ.എസ്.എഫ്.ഡി.സി.യുടെ നാലാമത്തെ വനിതാ സിനിമയ്ക്ക് തുടക്കം". Mathrubhumi (in Malayalam). 16 March 2022. Archived from the original on 27 April 2022. Retrieved 2 October 2023.
- ^ "'B 32 Muthal 44 Vare' trailer: Witness the riveting narrative of six women". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 9 April 2023. Retrieved 10 April 2023.
- ^ ലേഖകൻ, മാധ്യമം (29 March 2023). "അഞ്ചു സ്ത്രീകളുടെയും ഒരു ട്രാൻസ്മാന്റെയും കഥ, 'ബി 32 മുതൽ 44 വരെ'; ഓഡിയോ ലോഞ്ച് കുസാറ്റിൽ നടന്നു | Madhyamam". Madhyamam (in Malayalam). Archived from the original on 29 March 2023. Retrieved 2 October 2023.
- ^ Anil, Revathy (30 March 2023). "The First Song From B32 To 44 Was Released". News Portal. Archived from the original on 4 June 2023. Retrieved 2 October 2023.
- ^ "'Aanandam' song from 'B 32 Muthal 44 Vare' out!". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 13 April 2023. Retrieved 10 April 2023.
- ^ Nagarajan, Saraswathy (5 April 2023). "'B 32 Muthal 44 Vare' is an emotional drama and a satire on body shaming, says Shruthi Sharanyam". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Archived from the original on 9 August 2023. Retrieved 2 October 2023.
- ^ George, Anjana (7 April 2023). "B 32 Muthal 44 Vare Movie Review : A good understanding of gender issues". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 8 April 2023. Retrieved 10 April 2023.
- ^ Praveen, S. R. (7 April 2023). "'B 32 Muthal 44 Vare' movie review: A sensitive, nuanced take on body politics". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Archived from the original on 10 April 2023. Retrieved 10 April 2023.
- ^ "B 32 Muthal 44 Vare: Shruthi Sharanyam's debut feature film celebrates sisterhood". The News Minute. 14 March 2023. Archived from the original on 10 April 2023. Retrieved 10 April 2023.
- ^ Alexander, Princy (6 April 2023). "'B 32 Muthal 44 Vare' starring Remya Nambeesan boldly explores the woman's physique and psyche". Onmanorama. Archived from the original on 8 April 2023. Retrieved 2 October 2023.
- ^ "B 32 Muthal 44 Vare review: An insightful take on body politics". The New Indian Express. 7 April 2023. Archived from the original on 10 April 2023. Retrieved 10 April 2023.
- ^ "മാറിടത്തിലേക്കുള്ള ആൺനോട്ടങ്ങളുടെ മാറ്റം, അതാണ് ബി 32 മുതൽ 44 വരെ സിനിമയുടെ ചരിത്രപ്രാധാന്യം". Mathrubhumi. 9 April 2023. Archived from the original on 10 April 2023. Retrieved 10 April 2023.
- ^ "സ്ത്രീ ശരീരത്തിന്റെ രാഷ്ട്രീയം പറഞ്ഞ് 'ബി 32 മുതൽ 44 വരെ' റിവ്യൂ". Indian Express Malayalam (in Malayalam). Archived from the original on 10 April 2023. Retrieved 10 April 2023.
- ^ www.dcbooks.com (22 May 2023). "എം.മുകുന്ദനും വി.ജെ ജെയിംസിനും പത്മരാജൻ സാഹിത്യ പുരസ്കാരം; ചലച്ചിത്ര പുരസ്കാരം ലിജോ ജോസ് പെല്ലിശ്ശേരിക്കും ശ്രുതി ശരണ്യത്തിനും". Archived from the original on 28 May 2023. Retrieved 21 July 2023.
- ^ "Kerala Film Critics Awards: Darshana Rajendran, Kunchacko Boban are best actors; B 32 Muthal 44 Vare and Headmaster named best film". The Indian Express. 23 May 2023. Archived from the original on 9 June 2023. Retrieved 21 July 2023.
- ^ "സംസ്ഥാന ചലച്ചിത്ര പുരസ്കാരം; മികച്ച നടൻ മമ്മൂട്ടി, നടി വിൻസി അലോഷ്യസ്". Mathrubhumi. 21 July 2023. Archived from the original on 21 July 2023. Retrieved 21 July 2023.