
About the Movie
## Vajram (2004): The Battle of Redemption and Revenge in Kerala’s Underworld
Vajram (translated as “Diamond”) is a 2004 Malayalam-language action thriller set against the tumultuous backdrop of Kerala’s criminal underworld. The film centers on Devarajan, portrayed by Mammootty, a notorious mafioso who attempts to leave behind his violent past by taking up the life of a humble crane operator. However, unforeseen circumstances and deeply buried enmities drag him back into a dangerous web of crime and vengeance, leading to a series of intense and emotionally charged confrontations.
The movie stars Mammootty in the lead role, with prominent performances from Kausalya and Vasundhara Das. Additional cast includes Master Mithun in a key supporting role. The film is directed by Pramod Pappan and penned by veteran screenwriter Dennis Joseph, with Haksar Syed as producer. Musical scores were composed by Ouseppachan and S. P. Venkatesh, adding emotional resonance to the high-stakes narrative.
Upon release, Vajram received harsh criticism for its convoluted plot and overabundance of dramatic twists. Critics from major outlets described it as lacking both style and substance, with Deccan Herald calling it “a massive headache” due to its excessive twists, and Sify dismissing it as “a low-class mass entertainer” best appreciated by undemanding audience members. Despite its star cast and action-driven storyline, Vajram is often remembered as a misstep in the genre of Malayalam thrillers.
Cast
Mammootty
Devarajan
Suresh Krishna
Raghu
Kausalya
Nandu
Vasundhara Das
Gemini
Kalasala Babu
Shankaran
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