Identity 2025
Identity is a 2025 Indian Malayalam action thriller film directed by Akhil Paul and Anas Khan. The movie features Tovino Thomas, Trisha Krishnan, and Vinay Rai in major roles. The movie was released on January 2, 2025, and it is an interesting story that combines crime investigation with psychological twists.
Story
The plot is about Haran Shankar (Tovino Thomas), a talented sketch artist who is involved in a complex murder case. With the help of police officer Alisha (Trisha Krishnan), Haran utilizes his special skill to recreate the face of an unidentified killer from fragmented memories of a traumatized eyewitness. In the investigation process, they discover a web of deceit, concealed motives, and psychological twists that challenge their perception and threaten their lives.
Cast
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Director | Akhil Paul, Anas Khan |
| Producers | Raju Malliath, Roy C. J. |
| Lead Cast | Tovino Thomas (Haran Shankar), Trisha Krishnan (Alisha), Vinay Rai (Allen) |
| Supporting Cast | Mandira Bedi (Supriya), Aju Varghese, Shammi Thilakan, Archana Kavi, Giju John |
| Cinematography | Akhil George |
| Music | Jakes Bejoy |
| Release Date | January 2, 2025 |
| Genre | Action Thriller |
| Language | Malayalam |
Review
Identity has garnered mixed reviews from the audience and critics. Tovino Thomas performs well as Haran Shankar, portraying the difficulty of being a sketch artist in a mystery with ease. Trisha Krishnan provides depth to her character as Alisha, building good chemistry with her investigation partner. Vinay Rai's character as Allen provides a good villain, creating suspense in the plot.
The technical crew of the film, including Akhil George's cinematography and Jakes Bejoy's background score, has been praised for creating suspenseful moments. However, some critics have panned that the screenplay becomes too complex in the second half, confusing the audience. Despite such criticism, the movie provides a new twist within the thriller genre.
Trailer
Conclusion
Identity is a significant contribution to Malayalam cinema, presenting a mix of suspense, action, and psychological suspense. Though it might be challenging in terms of narrative complexity, the film's technical perfection and strong performances make it a must-watch for thriller enthusiasts.
