Adventures of Omanakuttan was not properly distributed, says Asif Ali
Asif Ali starrer Adventures of Omanakkuttan was released on May 19. The movie, directed by debutant Rohit VS is a story of Omanakuttan, an introvert who pretends to be different persons to different people. At a particular point he loses his memory and how he tackles it with the help of Pallavi, a paranormal investigator is the core plot of this movie.
Adventures Of Omanakuttan opened to average to good reviews from the critics. The popular opinion is that it is experimental movie but definitely worth a watch. But unfortunately, the movie is on the verge of being washed away from theaters. Director Rohit’s comment on a Facebook post where he asked those interested, to watch it soon as it’s on the verge of removal, triggered widespread discussions in social medias.
Finally, lead actor Asif Ali himself has come out about why Adventures Of Omanakuttan is on the verge of being washed away so soon. In his Facebook post Asif Ali has written about how he was initially thrilled after hearing the response for the movie and his acting. But it was only later that he realized the movie was not properly distributed in Kerala.
He has written, “It is understandable if a movie is washed away due to poor response but it is disheartening in the case of Adventures Of Omanakuttan as we have failed to take the movie to a wider audience.”
Asif Ali thanked all those who have supported the movie by giving positive feedback and spreading a good word of mouth. The actor added that he doesn’t claim Adventures Of Omanakuttan to be an extraordinary movie, but assured that it will not be a let down. He requested cine lovers to please support the movie and give it a position that it honestly deserves.
Adventures Of Omanakuttan stars Asif Ali and Bhavana in the lead roles. Aju Varghese, Siddique and Saiju Kurup have essayed the supporting roles in the movie. It is co-written by director Rohith VS along with Sameer Abdul. The technical team of this movie mostly comprises of newcomers including the cinematographer, music director and editor.
