Happy Journey (2014 Malayalam film)
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| Directed by | Boban Samuel |
| Written by | Arunlal Ramachandran |
| Produced by | Ashiq Usman |
| Starring | Jayasurya Aparna Gopinath Lal |
| Cinematography | Mahesh Raj |
| Edited by | Lijo Paul |
| Music by | Gopi Sunder |
Production company | Milestone Cinemas |
| Distributed by | Central Pictures |
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Running time | 125 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
Happy Journey is a 2014 Malayalam drama film written by Arunlal Ramachandran and directed by Boban Samuel, starring Jayasurya, Aparna Gopinath and Lal. The film is produced by Ashiq Usman under the banner of Milestone Cinemas and features music composed by Gopi Sunder,[1] whilst cinematography is handled by Mahesh Raj and is edited by Lijo Paul.[2]
Plot
The story narrates the life of a young man from Fort Kochi named Aaron (Jayasurya),who loses his eyesight during his school days in an accident who then to find a place in the Indian cricket team for the blind.
Cast
- Jayasurya as Aaron
- Aparna Gopinath as Ziya Sidharth
- Lal as Gopikrishnan
- Lalu Alex
- Balu Varghese as Freddy
- Chemban Vinod Jose
- Lena as annie
- Indian Pallassery as Paanchi
- Ramshad(actre)
Neeraj Madhav as Santhosh
Production
Development
Boban Samuel who had debuted into Malayalam film industry as a director through the film Janapriyan had announced a project before his film Romans starring Jayasurya who played the lead role in his debut venture. Although those projects didn't rise after 2 years, scriptwriter Arunlal who made his debut with 10:30 am Local Call and later went on to do Thank You starring Jayasurya in the lead. Through that connection with the lead actor, he pitched the plot to the actor who had contacted Boban Samuel who instantly wanted to do the film, as it essays a story of a blind cricketer. Ashiq Usman chose to produce the film under the banner of Milestone Cinemas after Arikil Oraal. The editor was chosen to Lijo Paul, Art Direction by Vinesh Banglan, Sreya Aravind was chosen to be the costume designer and makeup by Ronex Xavier. Associate directors are Titus Alexander and Pranav Krishna, production controller was Sreekumar A.D., Stills by Antony Jo and Media designs by Ideas Inc. The film was untitled until halfway through the filming where the title "Happy Journey was chosen, the news was confirmed by actor Jayasurya by saying that happy journeys is the synonyms to the theme of the film and was apt title for the film. It is based on the real life story of a visually challenged Malayali youth, who is a part of the Indian blind cricket team."[3][4]
Casting
Jayasurya was already initially cast as he contacted the director after hearing Arunlal's script. the ramshad manjeri has been (ramo) is the script The casting was quickly taken place as several actors were chosen and initially cast such as Aparna Gopinath who debuted into acting in films through the film ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi and several other supporting actors were cast.[5][6] Lena was chosen to play a mother that has significance in the plot.[7]
Filming
The filming began at Kochi at 17 November 2013. Main locations of the film were in Ernakulam area such Edappally and Mattancherry.[8]
Critical reception
Cine Shore gave the movie 2.75/5 stars, stating that "Happy Journey A Journey, Good in parts."[9]
References
- ^ Vijay George (12 December 2013). "On Location: True grit". The Hindu. Retrieved 18 February 2014.
- ^ "Jayasurya starrer "Happy Journey" progressing". Metromatinee.com. 26 December 2013. Retrieved 18 February 2014.
- ^ "Finally, Jayasurya's film got a title! - Times Of India". Articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com. 26 December 2013. Retrieved 18 February 2014.
- ^ "Jayasuriya all set for a 'Happy Journey' - Malayalam Movie News". Indiaglitz.com. 26 December 2013. Retrieved 18 February 2014.
- ^ "It's 'Happy Journey' for Jayasuriya and Boban Samuel". CineShore. Retrieved 18 February 2014.
- ^ Pillai, Radhika C (4 January 2014). "Actor Lal injured!". The Times of India. Retrieved 1 July 2002.
- ^ "Lena want to play a psychotic character! - The Times of India". Timesofindia.indiatimes.com. 3 January 2014. Retrieved 18 February 2014.
- ^ "'Happy Journey' of Jayasurya with Boban Samuel". Kerala9.com. 26 December 2013. Retrieved 18 February 2014.
- ^ "Happy Journey Movie Review – A not so, Happy Journey". Cine Shore. 18 January 2013. Retrieved 19 January 2013.