Manjummel Boys (2024) poster

Manjummel Boys (2024)

22 February 20242h 15mMalayalamIndia
7.9/10TMDB · 101 votes

DirectorChidambaram

StarringSoubin Shahir, Sreenath Bhasi, Balu Varghese, Ganapathi S. Poduval

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Best for: Fans of survival thrillers and ensemble friendship dramas set in real, dangerous locations.

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Manjummel Boys OTT release date

Theatrical release (India)22 February 2024
OTT / digital release (India)5 May 2024
Gap between theatre and OTT73 days
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Release dates for India as listed on TMDB.

Manjummel Boys story (no spoilers)

Manjummel Boys follows a group of lifelong friends—Siju 'Kuttan' David, Subash, Sixen John, Krishnakumar 'Kannan', Siju John, Sudheesh, Anil and Sujith—whose carefree vacation takes a dangerous turn. Deep within the Guna Caves, one of them becomes trapped in a notoriously perilous, uncharted abyss. What begins as a light-hearted trip becomes a desperate race against time as the friends must unite to save their own. The film blends adventure, thriller and drama, moving from easy-going camaraderie to tense, high-stakes rescue efforts. Chidambaram directs this Malayalam film, which also includes Tamil dialogue, and Sushin Shyam provides the music. At 135 minutes, the story stays focused on the group's bond and the daunting challenge posed by the cave. The tone shifts from relaxed holiday vibes to urgent, suspenseful determination, keeping the emphasis on friendship and survival without giving away the outcome.

Should you watch Manjummel Boys?

Watch it for

  • Chidambaram directs a survival story set in the Guna Caves, turning a real-world location into a tense, uncharted trap.
  • The cast includes Soubin Shahir as Siju 'Kuttan' David and Sreenath Bhasi as Subash, leading a group of friends whose bond drives the rescue.
  • Sushin Shyam's music backs an adventure-thriller-drama that runs 135 minutes, balancing character moments with escalating tension.
  • The film mixes Malayalam and Tamil dialogue, grounding its Kerala-Tamil Nadu setting in the characters' everyday speech.

Skip it if

  • You prefer films without perilous cave settings and rescue-driven suspense.
  • You want a fast-paced action movie rather than a character-focused drama about a group of friends.
  • You avoid stories where a vacation turns into a life-or-death situation, even with a U certificate.

Manjummel Boys cast

Soubin ShahirSoubin Shahiras Siju 'Kuttan' David
Sreenath BhasiSreenath Bhasias Subash
Balu VargheseBalu Vargheseas Sixen John
Ganapathi S. PoduvalGanapathi S. Poduvalas Krishnakumar 'Kannan'
Lal Jr.Lal Jr.as Siju John
Deepak ParambolDeepak Parambolas Sudheesh
Abhiram RadhakrishnanAbhiram Radhakrishnanas Anil
Arun KurianArun Kurianas Sujith
Chandu SalimkumarChandu Salimkumaras Abhilash
Vishnu ReghuVishnu Reghuas Jinsen
Khalid RahmanKhalid Rahmanas Prasad
Shebin BensonShebin Bensonas Mejo

Manjummel Boys movie details

DirectorChidambaram
WriterChidambaram
MusicSushin Shyam
CinematographyShyju Khalid
ProducerSoubin Shahir, Babu Shahir, Shawn Antony
Release date22 February 2024
Runtime2h 15m (135 minutes)
Original languageMalayalam
Country of originIndia
Languages spoken in the filmMalayalam, Tamil
Original titleമഞ്ഞുമ്മല്‍ BOYS
Certificate (India)U

Parental guide: is Manjummel Boys family friendly?

ViolenceMild
LanguageMild
Sexual contentNone
Family viewingSuitable

With a U certificate and a focus on friendship and rescue, this is a general guide; the cave setting may be intense for very young viewers. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.

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Our verdict

Manjummel Boys takes a simple vacation premise and turns it into a tense rescue story anchored by Soubin Shahir and Sreenath Bhasi. Chidambaram keeps the focus on the group's bond, and Sushin Shyam's music supports the shift from carefree to desperate. It is a solid pick for adventure-thriller fans who like their suspense grounded in real locations.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Manjummel Boys online in India?

Manjummel Boys is available on JioHotstar in India, both with a subscription and free.

When did Manjummel Boys release in theatres?

Manjummel Boys released in Indian theatres on 22 February 2024.

Who directed Manjummel Boys?

Manjummel Boys is directed by Chidambaram.

What is the runtime of Manjummel Boys?

Manjummel Boys runs for 135 minutes.

What is the certificate of Manjummel Boys?

Manjummel Boys has a U certificate in India.

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