‘Patriot’ plot: Is the Mammootty, Mohanlal starrer an espionage thriller? Here’s what we know
Malayalam cinema’s biggest collaboration is shaping up with ‘Patriot’, a mega-budget film that brings together superstars Mohanlal and Mammootty after nearly 16 years.In a recent interaction with Sri Lankan media, Mohanlal, who is currently in the country for the film’s schedule, confirmed the title of the film. “We are doing a very big film. Big in the sense of the star cast. The name of the movie is called Patriot,” the ‘Thudarum ‘actor said.His confirmation has now added fuel to the buzz surrounding what is expected to be one of Malayalam cinema’s most ambitious projects to date.
Espionage drama with high-stakes national threat?Adding to the excitement, a fan page on X (formerly Twitter) recently posted what it claims is the official synopsis of Patriot.According to the post, the film revolves around a retired JAG officer framed for espionage by a man seeking revenge.The plot further reads, “Framed for espionage by a disgraced furious man seeking revenge, a retired JAG officer becomes the target of a national manhunt. Just as all hope fades, an old friend resurfaces. Together, they launch a covert mission to expose the truth, stop a betrayal that threatens the country, and take justice into their own hands. It’s not just about clearing a name — it’s about defending the nation one last time.“Star-studded cast‘Patriot’ boasts an ensemble cast featuring not only Mammootty and Mohanlal but also powerhouses like Nayanthara, Fahadh Faasil, and Kunchacko Boban. The film is being helmed by Mahesh Narayanan, known for critically acclaimed films like ‘Take Off’, ‘CU Soon’, and ‘Malik’.On the other hand, ‘Twenty-Twenty’ was the only previous multi-starrer film that happened in the Malayalam film industry. Even though the film ‘Christian Brothers’ had an ensemble cast, ‘Twenty Twenty’ still leads in terms of box office collections and audience satisfaction.
