Commissioner

Commissioner is a 1994 Indian Malayalam-language action thriller film directed by Shaji Kailas and written by Ranji Panicker. The film stars Suresh Gopi, Shobana, and Ratheesh in the lead roles. The film has gained a cult classic status in Malayalam cinema due to its intense storyline, exceptional performances by the cast and its groundbreaking action sequences.

Suresh Gopi plays the role of Bharathchandran IPS, the eponymous commissioner, who is transferred to Ernakulam in Kerala to take on a dangerous organized criminal network headed by the notorious gangster and drug lord Ajayakumar (Ratheesh). Bharathchandran is a fearless and honest police officer, who is ready to take on any challenge to uphold the law.

Ajayakumar is the mastermind of a thriving underworld empire that deals with drugs, gambling, extortion, and human trafficking. He also has a strong political backing and a loyal army of henchmen who are willing to do anything for their boss.

Bharathchandran starts his investigation by cracking down on Ajayakumar's drug racket, which is causing havoc in the city. He gathers intelligence and begins to dismantle the drug network piece by piece. His actions, however, are met with stiff resistance from Ajayakumar, who is determined to get rid of Bharathchandran at any cost.

As Bharathchandran gets closer to exposing the criminal activities of Ajayakumar, the gangster becomes desperate and decides to eliminate the commissioner. The film reaches its climax with an epic showdown between Bharathchandran and Ajayakumar, which is one of the most iconic scenes in Malayalam cinema.

The film is known for its intense action sequences, including car chases, gunfights, and hand to hand combat. The action scenes are realistic and well-choreographed, making it one of the most visually captivating Malayalam movies of all time.

Suresh Gopi delivers an exceptional performance as Bharathchandran, a man who is not afraid to take on the powerful criminal network. He brings out the character's determination, courage, and grit with ease, making it one of his career-best performances. Similarly, Shobana shines as Annie, a journalist who helps Bharathchandran in his fight against Ajayakumar. Ratheesh's portrayal of the villain is also noteworthy, and his performance as the ruthless drug lord is convincing.

The film's music, scored by Raveendran, is melodious and soulful, with tracks like "Kani Kaanum Neram" and "Mazhavillin Kottarathil" becoming hugely popular.

Commissioner is a must-watch for anyone who is a fan of gritty action thrillers. The film's intense storyline, exceptional performances, and groundbreaking action sequences make it one of the most iconic Malayalam movies of all time.