# Pathram > Mediated Wiki article. Canonical URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/Pathram > Markdown URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/Pathram.md > Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pathram > Source revision: 1341554176 > License: Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/) 1999 film directed by Joshiy Pathram Theatrical Release Poster Directed by Joshy Screenplay by Renji Panicker Produced by K. Gangaduth Executive Producer: G. P. Vijayakumar Starring Suresh Gopi Biju Menon Cinematography Sanjeev Shankar Edited by K. Sankunni Music by S. P. Venkatesh Gireesh Puthenchery (Poem) Production company Seven Arts Films Distributed by Seven Arts International Ltd. Surya Cine Arts Kavyachandrika & Manu International (PJ Entertainments UK) Release date 15 February 1999 (1999-02-15) Running time 178 minutes(2hour 58minutes) Country India Language Malayalam ***Pathram*** (transl. [Newspaper](/source/Newspaper)) is a 1999 Indian [Malayalam](/source/Malayalam)-language [neo-noir](/source/Neo-noir) [political thriller](/source/Political_thriller) film written by [Renji Panicker](/source/Renji_Panicker) and directed by [Joshi](/source/Joshi_(director)). The movie stars [Suresh Gopi](/source/Suresh_Gopi) and [Manju Warrier](/source/Manju_Warrier) in the lead role The film collected over ₹5.15 crore in 25 days at the box office. It became a [blockbuster](/source/Blockbuster_(entertainment)) and was the second highest-grossing Malayalam film of 1999 behind *[Friends](/source/Friends_(1999_film))*.[1][2][3][4] The film ran for over 250 days in theatres.[5] The film was known for the controversies surrounding it when leading Malayalam dailies *[Malayala Manorama](/source/Malayala_Manorama)* and *[Mathrubhumi](/source/Mathrubhumi)* boycotted the film for portraying them in a bad light.[6] The film's music and lyrics were by [S. P. Venkatesh](/source/S._P._Venkatesh) and [Gireesh Puthenchery](/source/Gireesh_Puthenchery), art direction By Sabu Pravadas, and publicity designing by [Gayathri Ashokan](/source/Gayathri_Ashokan). The film's location was [Ernakulam](/source/Ernakulam) and surrounding places. For her incredible performance as Devika Shekhar, Manju Warrier went on to win her record fourth consecutive [Filmfare Award for Best Actress - Malayalam](/source/Filmfare_Award_for_Best_Actress_-_Malayalam) ## Plot Nandagopal, an [associate editor](/source/Associate_Editor) with one of the leading newspapers *Kerala Reshmi*, is an aggressive and daring journalist who enjoys a reputation among the media circle. He is the son of Venugopal, an iconic journalist, who was killed by the textile mafia for being a staunch supporter of [trade unions](/source/Trade_unions). In [Kochi](/source/Kochi), Nandan meets Shekaran, an old [naxalite](/source/Naxalite) and his father's friend, who is running *Jagratha*, a newspaper which is feared by the hypocritical political class. Shekaran's outspoken and belligerent nature has earned him more enemies than friends, and he is constantly fighting Vishwanathan, an estranged ideological disciple of Shekaran, who rules the city with his money and power. Vishwanathan holds a large share in *Kerala Reshmi* (acquired through deceit) and enjoys huge political clout at the state and central levels. [C.I](/source/Circle_Inspector) Haridas, a close friend of Shekaran, informs him about a vital source to collect evidence against Vishwanathan. Shekaran decides to expose Vishwanathan's role in the murder of Vincent Peter and numerous other crimes by publishing the confessions made by a henchman of Vishwanathan. The plan is revealed to Vishwanathan by a key journalist in *Jagratha*, effectively double-crossing Shekaran. A bomb explosion orchestrated by Vishwanathan eliminates Shekaran and C.I. Haridas. *Jagratha*, the newspaper run by Shekaran is inherited by Devika Shekar, the only daughter of Shekaran, who is a fiery journalist like her father. Nandan, who was very close to Sekharan, manages to ensure that the case is investigated by an incorruptible investigating officer. Firoze Mohammed IPS, an old admirer of Nandan, is gathering evidence against Vishwanathan. Nandan is arrested by the police in a fabricated case and sacked from *Kerala Reshmi*. Meanwhile, Firoz decides to arrest Vishwanathan as he makes a drastic headway into the case. While arresting Vishwanathan, Firoz is killed by the latter and his henchmen. Nandan is released on bail and takes the law into his hands. He shoots down Vishwanathan and takes over as the new [chief editor](/source/Chief_Editor) of *Jagratha*. ## Cast - [Suresh Gopi](/source/Suresh_Gopi) as Nandagopal / Nandan - [Manju Warrier](/source/Manju_Warrier) as Devika Shekhar / Devu - [N. F. Varghese](/source/N._F._Varghese) as Vishwanathan, The main antagonist - [Murali](/source/Murali_(Malayalam_actor)) as Shekharan, Devika's Father - [Biju Menon](/source/Biju_Menon) as [SP](/source/Superintendent_of_Police#India) Firoz Mohammed [IPS](/source/Indian_Police_Service), Nandan's Friend - [Cochin Haneefa](/source/Cochin_Haneefa) as [DIG](/source/Deputy_Inspector_General_of_Police#India) David Sabhapathy [IPS](/source/Indian_Police_Service) - [Janardhanan](/source/Janardhanan_(actor)) as Kuruvithadam Baby - [Jagannatha Varma](/source/Jagannatha_Varma) as Paattathil Outhakkutty - [Babu Namboothiri](/source/Babu_Namboothiri) as Warrier - [Abhirami](/source/Abhirami_(actress%2C_born_1983)) as Shilpa Mary Cherian - [Jose Prakash](/source/Jose_Prakash) as Madhavan - [Vijayakumar](/source/Vijayakumar_(Malayalam_actor)) as Vincent Peter - [Spadikam George](/source/Spadikam_George) as [CI](/source/Circle_Inspector) Thomas Vazhakkali - [Vijay Menon](/source/Vijay_Menon) as Vipin, Still Photographer - [Kunchan](/source/Kunchan_(actor)) as Kunjoos / Nair - [Sarath Das](/source/Sarath_Das_(actor)) as Ibnu - Nandu Pothuval as Kuttikanam - Vimal Raj as Aandavan - [K. P. A. C. Azeez](/source/K._P._A._C._Azeez) as K.K. Nambiar - [James](/source/James_(Malayalam_actor)) as Aravindan - [Mohan Jose](/source/Mohan_Jose) as Kodupalli Surendran - [Chali Pala](/source/Chali_Pala) as [ASI](/source/Assistant_sub-inspector_of_police) Parameswara Kurup - [Shammi Thilakan](/source/Shammi_Thilakan) as [CI](/source/Circle_Inspector) Haridas - [M. S. Thripunithura](/source/M._S._Thripunithura) as Konathiri - [T. P. Madhavan](/source/T._P._Madhavan) as Harivamsilal Pannalal Sett - [Reena](/source/Reena_(actress)) as Vasundhara Thampi - Praseetha Menon as Monica David Sabhapathy, Sabhapathy's Daughter - [Sukumari](/source/Sukumari) as Vincent's Mother - [Sreejaya Nair](/source/Sreejaya_Nair) as Jessy Peter, Vincent's Sister - [Usharani](/source/Usharani) as Outhakkutty's Wife - [Keerikkadan Jose](/source/Keerikkadan_Jose) as Chandan Bhai - Gayathri Varsha as Aswathi, Journalist - Karthika Kannan as Journalist - Indulekha as Journalist - [Jayasurya](/source/Jayasurya) as Journalist - Abraham Koshy as Sub Inspector ## Reception K Jayalakshmi of [Deccan Herald](/source/Deccan_Herald) wrote, "Given the publicity and promise preceding the film, one was expecting more than the usual crime and punishment drama. However, do not go expecting a behind-the-scenes peek at a newspaper office. What one is offered is a highly unrealistic, idealistic, fired-up illusion of investigative journalism. Time-pass stuff. Malayalam movie can never have a dearth of bad guys. Check out the baddies in this one, the one in Khadi and the other in khaki. Take your pick. Equally repulsive, both. This action-packed movie from Joshi has some very realistic fights and some explicit scenes on police atrocities, if nothing else".[7] ## Awards and nominations - [Filmfare Award for Best Actress - Malayalam](/source/Filmfare_Award_for_Best_Actress_-_Malayalam) - [Manju Warrier](/source/Manju_Warrier) ## References 1. **[^](#cite_ref-1)** ["Bad news"](https://www.rediff.com/movies/1999/apr/05pat.htm). *[Rediff.com](/source/Rediff.com)*. 5 April 1999. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-2)** ["Mammootty and Manju Warrier to Pair Up in Joshiy Movie?"](https://www.ibtimes.co.in/mammootty-manju-warrier-pair-joshiy-movie-614414). *[International Business Times](/source/International_Business_Times)*. 18 November 2014. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-3)** ["Forget the Dileep; Manju Warrior stands tall on her own"](https://newsable.asianetnews.com/entertainment/forget-the-dileep-manju-warrior-stands-tall-on-her-own). *[Asianet](/source/Asianet_(TV_channel))*. 28 November 2016. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-4)** ["They too stirred up a hornet's nest: Pre-social media Malayalam films that sparked controversy"](https://web.archive.org/web/20180306082528/http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/malayalam/2018/feb/18/they-too-stirred-up-a-hornets-nest-pre-social-media-malayalam-films-that-sparked-controversy-1774949.amp). [The Indian Express](/source/The_Indian_Express). 18 February 2018. Archived from [the original](http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/malayalam/2018/feb/18/they-too-stirred-up-a-hornets-nest-pre-social-media-malayalam-films-that-sparked-controversy-1774949.amp) on 6 March 2018. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-5)** ["Mammootty and Manju Warrier to Pair Up in Joshiy Movie?"](https://www.ibtimes.co.in/mammootty-manju-warrier-pair-joshiy-movie-614414). *[International Business Times](/source/International_Business_Times)*. 18 November 2014. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-6)** ["Quest for perfection"](https://www.thehindu.com/features/cinema/quest-for-perfection/article2455824.ece). *[The Hindu](/source/The_Hindu)*. 15 September 2011. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-7)** Jayalakshmi, K. ["Pathram"](https://web.archive.org/web/19990902161123/http://www.deccanherald.com/deccanherald/may02/enter.htm). *[Deccan Herald](/source/Deccan_Herald)*. Archived from [the original](http://www.deccanherald.com/deccanherald/may02/enter.htm) on 2 September 1999. Retrieved 15 April 2023. ## External links - [*Pathram*](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0255466/) at [IMDb](/source/IMDb_(identifier)) v t e Joshiy Tiger Salim (1978) Moorkhan (1980) Raktham (1981) Ithihasam (1981) Sharam (1982) Karthavyam (1982) Himam (1982) Aa Raathri (1983) Dharm Aur Qanoon (1984) (Hindi) Umaanilayam (1984) Katha Ithuvare (1985) Nirakkoottu (1985) Shyama (1986) Aayiram Kannukal (1986) Itihaas (1987) New Delhi (1987) Antima Teerpu (1988) (Telugu) New Delhi (1988) (Hindi) New Delhi (1988) (Kannada) Naduvazhikal (1989) Nair Saab (1989) Mahayanam (1989) No. 20 Madras Mail (1990) Kauravar (1992) Airport (1993) Dhruvam (1993) Sainyam (1994) Anga Rakshakudu (1995) (Telugu) Bhoopathi (1997) Lelam (1997) Pathram (1998) Vazhunnor (1999) Dubai (2001) Praja (2001) Runway (2004) Naran (2005) Lion (2006) Pothan Vava (2006) Nasrani (2007) Twenty:20 (2008) Robin Hood (2009) Christian Brothers (2011) Run Baby Run (2012) Lokpal (2013) Salaam Kashmier (2014) Avatharam (2014) Lailaa O Lailaa (2015) Porinju Mariam Jose (2019) Paappan (2022) --- Adapted from the Wikipedia article [Pathram](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pathram) by Wikipedia contributors ([contributor history](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pathram?action=history)). 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