Kathal The Core is a movie directed by Joyo Baby starring Mammootty and Jyothika. The film got a good response.
Many famous people of Indian cinema have praised the film. Now the international media New York Times has praised the film.
A New York Times article praises Mammootty’s portrayal of a gay character and the actor’s acting prowess. The article also says that Kathal is the latest example of what Malayalam cinema is all about in front of the world.

The article says that beyond the glamor world of Bollywood movies, Malayalam cinema stands out for its progressive stories that are close to real lives. The article also says that the film won praise not only in Kerala but also outside.
Kathal released on November 23. Kathal was well received at the IFFI in Goa and the Kerala International Film Festival.
Other stars are Sudhi Kozhikode, Chinnu Chandni, Muthumani. The film is written by Adarsh Sukumaran and Paulson Zakaria and the cinematography is by Salu K Thomas.
Produced by Mammootty, the film is distributed by Dulquer Salmaan’s Wayfarer Films.


