A man, Savari, does odd jobs in the town of Thrissur. However, an incident happens that changes his life forever.
Acting
Suraj Venjaramoodu carries every frame with wounded dignity.
Direction
Asok Nair finds poetry in Thrissur's backstreets.
Writing
Script treats its working-class hero with rare respect.
Director
Asok Nair
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Suraj Venjaramoodu was primarily known for slapstick comedy before this; Savaari marked his pivot to 'serious actor' that culminated in his 2019 National Award.
The film captures Thrissur's unique blend of temple-town tradition and working-class grit rarely seen in glossy Malayalam cinema.