Roudram 2018

Roudram 2018 is a 2019 Indian Malayalam-language drama film written and directed by Jayaraj. It stars Renji Panicker and K. P. A. C. Leela. The film was released on 18 October 2019.^[2][3]

Roudram 2018
Theatrical release poster
Directed by	Jayaraj
Written by	Jayaraj
Produced by	Suresh Kumar Muttath K. Balachandran Nilambur
Starring	Renji Panicker K. P. A. C. Leela Nikhil Renji Panicker Binu Pappu Sabitha Jayaraj
Cinematography	Nikhil S. Praveen
Edited by	Jinu Sobha
Music by	Sachin Shankor Mannath
Production company	Prakriti Pictures
Distributed by	Mountain River Films
Release date	18 October 2019 (2019-10-18) [1]
Running time	1 hour 59 minutes[1]
Country	India
Language	Malayalam

Plot

The film's storyline is drawn from real-life events that unfolded in central Travancore during the severe floods that Kerala faced in 2018.

Cast

• Renji Panicker as Narayanan
• K. P. A. C. Leela as Marykutty
• Nikhil Renji Panicker as young Narayanan
• N.P. Nisa as young Marykutty
• Binu Pappu as Taxi driver
• Sabitha Jayaraj as Pennamma

Release

Roudram 2018 was released on 18 October 2019 in India, with a subsequent release on 25 October 2019 worldwide.^[1] The film became a commercial success at the box office.^[1]

Reception

Deepa Antony of The Times of India awarded the movie a 4 out of 5-star rating and stated, "The film stands as a testament to humanity's vulnerability when faced with the immense power of nature. Through 'Roudram 2018,' Jayaraj once again showcases his mastery in filmmaking. By addressing the sensitive theme of the Kerala floods, which remains vivid in our memories, he skillfully crafts a touching narrative of love and companionship."^[1] Padmakumar K. of Onmanorama described it as "An ode to moments of life and nature's fury."^[4] A critic from Samayam gave a positive review to the film.^[5][6]