Biju Menon Saves Old-Fashioned Family Entertainer

The movie 'Avaraachan and Sons' is an old-fashioned family entertainer that relies on Biju Menon's performance to make it watchable. Directed by Thamby, the film features Biju Menon as Avaraachan, a widower with two grown-up sons played by Sreenath Bhasi and Ganapathy.

The movie has a soundtrack with rap lyrics, which is evident of its aspirations to be a new-age family entertainer. However, at its heart, the film remains an old-fashioned feel-good film, which serves up exciting bits only once in a while.

Biju Menon's lazy charm easily fits the protagonist Avaraachan, who doesn't take life seriously, even as he expects a grandchild. The portrayal of his relationship with his sons does not quite hit the potential that it had, yet it serves up a few worthy moments.

The film is compared to 'Paavada' (2016) in its portrayal of alcoholism, with parts of Avaraachan's struggle with alcoholism being reminiscent of the earlier film. The movie also features Vinay Forrt's character and has a few memorable scenes, including a discussion between Avaraachan and his sister about his irresponsible behaviour.

## Why it matters The movie's old-fashioned approach and flat writing may not appeal to all audiences, but Biju Menon's performance and the nostalgic feel of the film make it watchable. The film's portrayal of family relationships and alcoholism also adds depth to the story, making it a notable effort in the Malayalam film industry.

The film's success will depend on how audiences respond to its old-fashioned approach and Biju Menon's performance. With its memorable scenes and nostalgic feel, 'Avaraachan and Sons' may appeal to fans of family entertainers and those who enjoy Biju Menon's acting style.