Rekhachithram, a 2025 Malayalam-language crime thriller, has captured the attention of audiences with its gripping mystery and intricate plot ever since its theatrical release.
Directed by Jofin T. Chacko and written by John Manthrikal, based on a story by Ramu Sunil, the film features a stellar cast that includes Asif Ali, Anaswara Rajan, and the iconic Mammootty, among others.
The narrative unfolds in the scenic yet eerie town of Malakkappara, where the protagonist, Vivek, portrayed by Asif Ali, investigates a tragic suicide. What initially appears to be an open-and-shut case soon unravels into a complex web of secrets, leading Vivek to a missing person's case linked to a film shoot.
Rekhachithram is produced by Kavya Film Company and Ann Mega Media, and after a successful shoot from May to July 2024, it is set to premiere on Sony LIV.
The film's plot centres on Vivek, a police officer, who is drawn into the mysterious death of Rajendran, a man who had confessed to a long-buried crime before his demise. As the investigation deepens, it uncovers a connection to the disappearance of a young girl during the filming of the 1985 Malayalam film Kathodu Kathoram, directed by Bharathan.
The film has sparked significant discussions due to its eerie similarities to the real-life Sister Abhaya case, which continues to captivate public attention.
Much like the officers who relentlessly pursued the truth in the Abhaya case, the central character in Rekhachithram embodies the unwavering determination of those who seek justice against all odds.
Furthermore, the film's portrayal of a nun enduring silent suffering mirrors the struggles of many women who are forced to reconcile their faith with the harsh realities of a world that often silences them.
As the film unfolds, it is clear that Rekhachithram weaves together fiction and truth in a way that leaves audiences questioning the boundaries between them.
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