
About the Movie
## A Supernatural Heartbeat: The Classic Malayalam Thriller “Aayushkalam” (1992)
Released in 1992, “Aayushkalam” is a Malayalam supernatural comedy thriller blending drama and fantasy, directed by Kamal and produced by Evershine Productions. The film centers on Balakrishnan, portrayed by Mukesh, a man suffering from a severe heart condition who undergoes a life-saving transplant. The donor, Aby Mathew (played by Jayaram), has recently died in a car accident. To Balakrishnan’s shock, he starts seeing and interacting with Aby’s ghost after the transplant, leading to a string of comically mysterious events.
The story intricately weaves humor and suspense as Balakrishnan and Aby’s ghost try to uncover the truth behind Aby’s untimely death. The main cast includes Mukesh as Balakrishnan, Jayaram as Aby Mathew, Sreenivasan as Damu (Balakrishnan’s friend), Maathu as Sobha, and Saikumar as Alex, among several veteran supporting actors like K.P.A.C. Lalitha, Innocent, Oduvil Unnikrishnan, and Siddique. The film’s music was composed by Ouseppachan, with lyrics by Kaithapram Damodaran Namboothiri.
Critically, “Aayushkalam” was noted for its unique plot, balanced humor, and strong performances, particularly the chemistry between Mukesh and Jayaram. The film is remembered as one of the earlier Malayalam movies to experiment with supernatural themes in a lighthearted yet thrilling narrative style. Its legacy endures in Malayalam cinema as a benchmark for genre-blending entertainers.
Cast
Mukesh
Balakrishnan
Jayaram
Aby Mathew
Sreenivasan
Inspector Damu
Maathu
Sobha
Saikumar
Alex Chandanavelil
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