The trailer of Atharvaa-starrer ‘Idhayam Murali’ has struck the right emotional chord among movie lovers. Directed by debutant Aakash Baskaran, the film promises a heartwarming mix of romance, friendship, family emotions and humor. The film stars Preity Mukundhan, Kayadu Lohar, Natty and several others, while composer Thaman S also features in an important role. Carrying the iconic title made famous by Atharvaa’s father Murali decades ago, the film has already generated buzz. The trailer has now taken that thrill a step further, with many calling it one of the most enjoyable previews released this year.
The trailer reveals an emotional love journey
The newly released trailer opens with an emotional dialogue: “There are many people who could not express their love. They didn’t even know how to explain their silence, or even how to express their feelings. It then moves on to Atharvaa’s journey as a character through various stages of his life, starting with school and college romance, and moving into adulthood, where he is still searching for the woman he loves. The trailer also features Fahadh Faasil whose surprise entry adds another layer of excitement. Their hilarious dialogue comparing a major twist to a Korean drama has garnered attention online. Another light-hearted scene involving an AI in the car and the song ‘Vennilave Vennilave’ is a humorous scene that adds to the humor, making the film seem like an entertaining emotional journey rather than a regular love story.
Fans rave about the trailer
The trailer has received an overwhelmingly positive response on social media. A fan wrote, “Even without Gautham Vasudev Menon, this movie gives a complete GVM vibe. Atharvaa, Preity and Kayadu look amazing together, and Thaman’s music is simply magical.” Another commented, “The trailer feels fresh and completely different from Atharvaa’s previous films. Big hopes to Aakash Baskaran for delivering a beautiful feel-good entertainer.A third reaction read: “Full of fun, love and thrills. The trailer looks beautiful and leaves you wanting more.” Many viewers also appreciated that both Preity Mukundhan and Kayadu Lohar seem to have meaningful characters instead of being regular commercial heroines.
Expectations high ahead of July 10 release
Apart from its emotional narration, ‘Idhayam Murali’ has impressed the viewers with its colorful visuals, lively humor and Thaman’s refreshing background score. Fans are also happy to see the music director back on screen in an acting role after a long hiatus. Several movie buffs believe that the film has all the right ingredients to become a memorable feel-good entertainer, as long as the emotional drama clicks with the viewers. The film ‘Idhayam Murali’ has received positive responses in the trailer, with a special appearance by Fahadh Faasil adding extra intrigue and the return of Atharvaa in a reviving role. This has gained significant momentum ahead of its theatrical release on July 10. All eyes are now on the film to see if it can live up to the expectations set by the well-received trailer.