Philip's
Theatrical release poster
Directed byAlfred Kurian Joseph
Written by
Produced by
  • Suvin K. Varkey
  • Prasobh Krishna
Starring
CinematographyJaison Jacob John
Edited byNidhin Raj Arol
Music byHesham Abdul Wahab
Production
company
Little Big Films
Distributed byFuntastic Films
Release date
  • 1 December 2023 (2023-12-01)
Running time
108 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageMalayalam

Philip's is a 2023 Indian Malayalam-language family drama film directed by Alfred Kurian Joseph in his directorial debut. The film stars Mukesh in the title role, alongside Noble Babu Thomas and Charle. The film marks the final appearance of actor Innocent and is touted as the 300th film of Mukesh.[1][2]

Principal photography began in January 2022 and was completed in Bangalore and Kochi. The music was composed by Hesham Abdul Wahab.

Philip's was released in India on 1 December 2023.

Synopsis

Unforeseen events arose in Philip's joyful family disrupting their happiness. They must tackle these hiccups and regain their life in a better way.[3]

Cast

  • Mukesh as Philip Abraham
  • Innocent as Mani
  • Noble Babu Thomas as Basil Philip
  • Navani Devanand as Blessy Philip
  • Quinn Vipin as Bitty Philip
  • Charle as Senthil
  • Asha Madathil as Ancy
  • Sreedhanya as Asha
  • Ajit Koshy as Dr. Anil Naresh
  • Ansha Mohan as Dona
  • Sacchin Nachi as Vivek Senthil

Production

Development

After the 2019 film Helen,[4] director Mathukutty Xavier, Alfred Kurian Joseph and Noble Babu Thomas teamed again for Philip's, with Mukesh in the lead, his 300th film.[5][6] The film also marks the directorial debut of Alfred Kurian Joseph.[7]

Casting

The casting call for the film was a success and actors Navani Devanand as Blessy Philip and Quinn Vipin as Bitty Philip were selected.[8]

Filming

Principal photography of the film started on 14 January 2022 at different locations in Bangalore and Kochi.[9][10]

Music

The original soundtrack and songs were composed by Hesham Abdul Wahab,[11] who is known for Hridayam (2022).

Release

The original release date for the film was set for 24 November 2023 and it was later rescheduled for 1 December 2023.[12][13] The lead actor Mukesh announced the release date through his social media handles.

Reception

Critical response

Sanjith Sidhardhan of OTTPlay gave 3 out of 5 stars and wrote, "If you are a fan of feel-good family dramas that have the potential to move you, then Mukesh's Philip will not disappoint. This simple film, which is based on true events, keeps it real. You might not feel a rush of uplifting emotions at the end of it, but it will leave you with a smile."[14] Vignesh Madhu of Cinema Express gave 3 out of 5 stars and wrote, "Philip's will perhaps be best remembered as a fitting swansong for Innocent. The late actor does what he does best—playing the good Samaritan."[15]

A critic of Times Now gave 3 out of 5 stars and wrote, "As Philip's prepares to unfold its heartwarming narrative on the big screen, audiences can anticipate a cinematic experience that explores the intricacies of family relationships, sprinkled with humour and unexpected turns."[16] A staff of Onmanorama wrote, "While the fun part of the movie, except for a few one-liners delivered by the two daughter characters, is ludicrously grotesque, the serious sequences are engrossing and nuanced."[17]

References

  1. ↑ "'Philip's' Teaser:Mukesh starrer is a perfect family entertainer". The Times of India. 13 October 2023. Archived from the original on 31 October 2023. Retrieved 31 October 2023.
  2. ↑ "Helen co-writer Alfred Kurian Joseph makes directorial debut with Philip's". Cinema Express. 14 January 2022. Archived from the original on 31 October 2023. Retrieved 31 October 2023.
  3. ↑ "Watch: Vineeth Sreenivasan In Malayalam Film Philip's Promotional Video". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 19 November 2023. Retrieved 13 November 2023.
  4. ↑ "Phillip's teaser: Mukesh is a dotting and funny father in this family entertainer". OttPlay. 12 October 2023. Archived from the original on 31 October 2023. Retrieved 31 October 2023.
  5. ↑ "ഹെലൻ ടീം വീണ്ടും, ഫിലിപ്സ് ഫസ്റ്റ്ലുക്ക് പുറത്ത്". Mathrubhumi. 13 January 2022. Archived from the original on 31 October 2023. Retrieved 31 October 2023.
  6. ↑ "മൂകേഷിന്റെ മൂന്നൂറാമത്തെ സിനിമ, ഇതൊരു കിടു ആയിരിക്കും; ഫിലിപ്‌സിന്റെ ടീസര്‍ നല്‍കുന്ന ഉറപ്പ്!". Samayam. 13 October 2023. Archived from the original on 31 October 2023. Retrieved 31 October 2023.
  7. ↑ "Philips movie: After 'Helen'role, makers announce their next starring Mukesh, Noble Babu Thomas". The Times of India. 14 January 2022. Archived from the original on 27 January 2023. Retrieved 31 October 2023.
  8. ↑ "Philips movie - ബിറ്റിയെയും, ബ്ലെസിയെയും കിട്ടി; 'ഹെലൻ' ടീം ഒന്നിക്കുന്ന പുതിയ ചിത്രം 'ഫിലിപ്സ്'". News 18. 14 January 2022. Archived from the original on 18 November 2023. Retrieved 31 October 2023.
  9. ↑ "മുകേഷിന്റെ മുന്നൂറാം സിനിമ: 'ഫിലിപ്സ്' രസികൻ ടീസർ എത്തി". Vanitha. 13 October 2023. Archived from the original on 31 October 2023. Retrieved 31 October 2023.
  10. ↑ "മുകേഷിന്റെ കാസ്റ്റിംഗ് കോളിന് ക്ലൈമാക്സ്; ഫിലിപ്സ് ഫസ്റ്റ് ലുക്ക്". Manorama Online. 14 January 2022. Archived from the original on 31 October 2023. Retrieved 31 October 2023.
  11. ↑ "Latest single from Philip's is out: Khatija Rahman sings a breezy melody for Hesham Abdul Wahab". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 19 November 2023. Retrieved 13 November 2023.
  12. ↑ "Mukesh starrer 'Philips' set to release on November 24". The Times of India. 5 November 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 6 November 2023. Retrieved 17 November 2023.
  13. ↑ "Mukesh starrer 'Philip's gets a new release date!". The Times of India. 24 November 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 25 November 2023. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
  14. ↑ Sidhardhan, Sanjith (1 December 2023). "Philip's movie review: This Mukesh-starrer has its heart in its right place". OTTPlay.
  15. ↑ Madhu, Vignesh (1 December 2023). "Philip's Movie Review: Typical but an effective feel-good drama". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 3 December 2023. Retrieved 2 December 2023.
  16. ↑ "Philip's Movie Review: Mukesh Steals Heart As Single Father In This Light-Hearted Tale". Times Now. 1 December 2023. Archived from the original on 3 December 2023. Retrieved 1 December 2023.
  17. ↑ "Philip's: A hackneyed theme made engrossing by performances | Review". Onmanorama. 1 December 2023. Archived from the original on 3 December 2023. Retrieved 1 December 2023.
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