Naduvaazhikal

Naduvaazhikal is a 1989 Indian Malayalam film directed by Joshiy and starring Mohanlal, Madhu and Thilakan in lead roles. The film was produced by K. S. Raghunandan, written by T. Damodaran and the music was composed by Johnson.

The story revolves around the lives of two friends, Dilip (Mohanlal) and Ravi (Madhu) who are inseparable since childhood. Dilip, a wealthy businessman and Ravi, an honest cop, have different ideologies but maintain a strong bond. The film portrays their friendship, how they deal with their differences, and how they overcome the challenges they face in life.

The movie begins with Dilip returning to his hometown from abroad, where Ravi and his family give him a warm welcome. Dilip reveals to Ravi that he is facing financial problems, and Ravi offers his help in any way possible. Meanwhile, Ravi's sister, Ganga (Lizy), falls in love with Dilip, and the two start dating.

As time progresses, Dilip and Ravi's contrasting personalities create friction between them. Their disagreements escalate when they both fall in love with a journalist named Radha (Seema). Radha is a strong-willed, independent woman who wants to bring justice to the world through journalism. Dilip thinks that social change can be brought through economic development, whereas Ravi believes it can be achieved through law and order.

The tension between Dilip and Ravi increases when Dilip acquires land that Ravi's father considers as sacred. The issue soon spirals into a political controversy, and Dilip and Ravi end up on opposite sides. The political drama creates more misunderstandings between the friends, leading to a fallout.

The movie then takes a dramatic turn when Dilip is kidnapped by his business rivals. The tense situation brings Ravi and Dilip back on the same page. Ravi takes on the task of rescuing Dilip, and their friendship is rekindled.

The film touches upon various issues such as corruption, friendship, poverty, and politics. It is a movie with a strong moral message, depicting how a true friend is someone who stands by you, no matter what.

Mohanlal's performance as Dilip, a wealthy businessman with a heart of gold, received critical acclaim. Madhu and Thilakan, who played the roles of Ravi and Sethumadhavan, respectively, also gave noteworthy performances. The film's music also received widespread acclaim and is still popular today.

Overall, Naduvaazhikal is a well-written, well-directed movie that explores the intricacies of human relationships. The film's themes are relevant even today, with its message of friendship, honesty, and moral values still resonating with the audience.