
About the Movie
## Vismayathumbathu: A Supernatural Mystery Starring Mohanlal and Nayanthara
Vismayathumbathu is a 2004 Malayalam supernatural mystery film directed and produced by Fazil, with a memorable musical score by Ouseppachan. The narrative centers around Sreekumar, played by Mohanlal, who visits his friend Govindan Kutty but unexpectedly encounters Reetha Mathews, a mysterious young woman only visible to him. As he is drawn further into Reetha’s unusual circumstances, Sreekumar discovers that Reetha is actually a spirit searching for answers about her own death, blurring the line between the living and the supernatural.
The film features an acclaimed cast: Mohanlal as Sreekumar, Nayanthara in her early-career breakthrough as Reetha Mathews, Mukesh as Govindan Kutty, with supporting roles by Harisree Ashokan, Nedumudi Venu, Ganesh Kumar, Sukumari, and Kaviyoor Ponnamma. The music, composed by Ouseppachan, adds depth to the film’s suspenseful atmosphere. Cinematography is by Anandakuttan, and the screenplay is by Fazil, inspired by Marc Lévy’s French novel that also spawned Hollywood’s “Just Like Heaven.”
Upon release on April 9, 2004, Vismayathumbathu received mixed critical reviews—audiences praised its ambitious blend of comedy, horror, and thriller genres and the performances, especially the chemistry between Mohanlal and Nayanthara. However, some critics noted inconsistencies in tone and compared it to similar international works. Despite this, Vismayathumbathu is recognized for its unique narrative in Malayalam cinema and remains a notable early role for Nayanthara.
Cast
Mohanlal
Sreekumar
Nayanthara
Reetha Mathews
Mukesh
Govindan Kutty
Harisree Ashokan
Gopan
Salim Kumar
Guhan
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