Nazriya Nazim carries the film entirely on her shoulders. Her expressive eyes, comedic timing, and effortless transition from an impulsive schoolgirl to a mature adult earned her the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress. Nivin Pauly plays the perfect foil as Giri—restrained, honorable, and intensely charming without needing to say too much. 2. Relatable Side Characters
Brilliant performances by Renji Panicker (as Pooja’s supportive father), Aju Varghese, and Vineeth Sreenivasan add layers of comedy and warmth. om shanti oshana with english subtitles
: A spirited girl named Pooja Mathew (Nazriya Nazim) spends seven years pursuing her first love, Giri (Nivin Pauly), facing various heartbreaks and comedic situations along the way. Nazriya Nazim carries the film entirely on her shoulders
When she rescues a boy from local thugs, she crosses paths with Giri (Nivin Pauly), an older, farming-enthusiast, and social activist. Pooja instantly falls for him and spends the next several years growing up, bettering herself, and trying to win his heart. The film beautifully tracks her journey from a naive teenager to a mature medical student, making it as much a coming-of-age drama as it is a romance. When she rescues a boy from local thugs,
The film shattered box office records and won critical acclaim, notably securing three Kerala State Film Awards, including Best Actress for Nazriya Nazim. Its success proved that audiences were eager for refreshing, female-centric narratives in the romantic comedy genre. Why Watching with English Subtitles is Essential