Nila (2023 film)
| Nila | |
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| Directed by | Indu Lakshmi |
| Written by | Indu Lakshmi |
| Produced by | Kerala State Film Development Corporation |
| Starring |
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| Cinematography | Rakesh Dharan |
| Edited by | Appu N. Bhattathiri Shaijas K. M. |
| Music by | Bijibal |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
Nila (transl. Moon) is a 2023 Indian Malayalam-language drama film written and directed by Indu Lakshmi in Shanthi Krishna, Mamukkoya, Vineeth, Mini I. G. and Ananya.[1][2][3]
Cast
- Shanthi Krishna as Dr. Malathy
- Mamukkoya as Rahman
- Vineeth as Mahi
- Mini I. G. as Mini
- Ananya as Nila
- Madhupal
Reception
Reviewing the film at the International Women’s Festival (WIFF) in Alappuzha, Arjun Ramachandran of The South First rated the film 3.5/5 stars and wrote, "Nila is a female-oriented movie that showcases the abilities of a wheelchair-bound elderly woman. It deserves a huge round of applause for its bold theme".[4]
Athira M of The Hindu wrote, "Indu Lakshmi’s directorial debut, Nila, is a heartwarming take on a woman’s spunk, confidence and spirit. It may not be a crowd pulling ‘masala’ film but the refreshing narrative, performances and the making make the film worth your time".[5] Sajin Shrijith of The New Indian Express rated the film 3/5 and wrote, "Nila is a decent effort —all things considered".[6] Lakshmi Priya of The News Minute wrote, "Nila’s script, written by the director herself, is refreshingly original and unpretentious, acting as an ode to a woman’s tenacity even as age catches up to her".[7]
References
- ^ Cris; Priya, Lakshmi (6 March 2023). "'Nila is the story of an elderly woman and an unusual friendship': Director Indu to TNM". The News Minute.
- ^ Nagarajan, Saraswathy (3 August 2023). "Indu Lakshmi says her maiden film 'Nila' is about how resilience and willpower in women can bring about positive changes". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 3 August 2023.
- ^ Ramachandran, Arjun (11 August 2023). "'Nila' is inspired by the women in my life, says director Indu Lakshmi". The South First.
- ^ Ramachandran, Arjun (26 March 2023). "Nila review: This well-intentioned movie from director Indu Lakshmi celebrates womanhood". The South First. Archived from the original on 22 April 2024. Retrieved 27 January 2026.
- ^ M, Athira (5 August 2023). "'Nila' Malayalam movie review: Shanthi Krishna excels in Indu Lakshmi's refreshing narrative". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 5 August 2023. Retrieved 7 February 2026.
- ^ Shrijith, Sajin (5 August 2023). "'Nila' movie review: Shanthi Krishna bolsters an empowerment tale". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 20 June 2025. Retrieved 27 January 2026.
- ^ Priya, Lakshmi (4 August 2023). "Nila review: Shanthi Krishna-Vineeth starrer is a refreshing ode to women's tenacity". The News Minute. Archived from the original on 23 September 2025. Retrieved 27 January 2026.