Take Off movie review: Viewers laud Parvathy, Kunchacko Boban, Fahadh Faasil-starrer

Much-awaited Malayalam movie Take Off, starring Parvathy, Kunchacko Boban, Fahadh Faasil, and Asif Ali in the main roles, finally hit theatres across India on Friday, March 24. The Mahesh Narayanan directorial is based on the real-life stories of Indian nurses who were held hostage by the ISIS militants in Tikrit, Iraq, in the year 2014.

Check this throwback timeline to know what exactly happened to Indian nurses in Iraq in 2014

How a group of Indian nurses get trapped and escape from Saddam Hussein's battle-ravaged hometown forms the storyline of Take Off. Apart from narrating the real-life incidents on the backdrop of civil war in Iraq, Take Off is also expected to have a strong storyline on the character Sameera (played by Parvathy), a nurse who leaves home hoping for a better life in the Middle Eastern country.

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Parvathy

The day is here!! "Take Off" is not simply another release for me. It's walking ahead with Rajesh, keeping alive his vision for Malayalam cinema. I shall be forever grateful for being made a part of this journey. Thank you for the support and encouragement! See you at the cinemas!

Scripted by Mahesh and PV Shajikumar, Take Off is the production venture of Anto Joseph and Shebin Backer in association with Rajesh Pillai Films. 

Check the response of the netizens on Take Off movie:

Ajmal Esmail‏ 

#TakeOff completely belongs to #Parvathy, Aka #Sameera she were Fab! Signature performance by Kunchacko Boban, Asif Ali, Fahadh Faasil etc. Fantastic Dop, special mention the back ground score, it perfectly sinks with the horrifying atmosphere of Mosul Technically slick.

Midhila Jos

What an excellent Take off 4 Malayalam cinema... can't explain enough with my words, you all should experience it.... Just too good

Anirudh

Since it is a real life incident, it's an awesome movie in my opinion. parvathi, fahad chackochan really awesome performance. BGM Gopi sundar hats off man

Jobin

Don't go thinking a comedy entertainer. This is a film based on a Real Incident. It has a Life. Slow Thriller. You should have to watch atleast once.

Alwin

Its not a just movie. its much more. its life. so i will give 100/100. Fahadh, parvathy, kunchacko boban shows their best. no words. manish narayan got an excellent starting

Arrjun

A well made movie in malayalam after a long time. Had the same feeling as leaving the theatre after watching Traffic. Fitting tribute to Rajesh Pillai.

Jithuooz‏

#Takeoff really fly's high. Great performance by #fahad and #parvathy. Good to see a Hollywood making style in Malayalam.

Red Carpet Spectacle‏

#TakeOff - The change in Malayalam cinema's backdrop with rich look is very much appreciable. Dir delivered a quality product. Fantastic performance from lead characters. Realistic approach in every frame. Top notch technical department. Editor turned director Mahesh Narayanan need applause for taking up this project. Very good tribute to Late Rajesh Pillai. 3.25/5

Subin

Hatts off to those who faced the situation in real life. once again parvathy proves her acting ability.. Chackochan, Fahad and all others did well.. Great job Team TAKE OFF

Gladu

it's really supb...movie based on a true story.all about the incident happened to Indian nurses in iraq.supb direction.chakkochan,parvathy do their best.amazing performance from fahad..supb movie.

Steeve

A must watch film for every indians.. the final output shows the real team work. Kunchako boban, Parvathy, Fahad well performance guys..thats enough for the review..

Juffal

one of the golden movie of the year 2017.we are very proud to get a very good movie. excellent direction,excellent script,execellent acting,excellent camera works.must watch movie.my rating is 4.5/5.

Gopu

super hit film its a nice movie with excellent direction and script. paravathi superr acting she has a good future . its an real story takes without any boar . every one watch this movie with your family and friends

Tiby

excellent movie everyone must watch this movie and support Good movies..all performances are Good ..Kuchko, Fahadh All done a Good job..Remembering Rajesh pillia this time

Aravind

Indian Argo . Edge of the seat thriller. though first half was family oriented some may feel a bit drag . but if u are really into the film the first half wont feel any difference. but the second half is really a thriller stuff. movies like this should be made often. this movie takes malayalam movie into new standards.

Bindu

First of all I need to say that the movie was awesome no words to say. good direction enjoyable thriller.the dream of Rajesh Pillai is going to be true all the actors did a great job and Parvathy Nair a well executed movie hands of to the whole workers second half is fullfil with lot of suspense and action such a killer movie

Sony

excellent movie..well written N good direction as well..people must watch the movie..kunjachako, parvathy, asif asli done good job..most of the characters are done well

Mithun.K.S

#takeoff is a brilliant movie. Hats off to the entire team #Parvathy , you are lady super star Great job once again

Rockstar

#TakeOff - Interval....Slow but watchable....Hoping fr a gripping 2nd half ! Very good acting by Parvathi. Fahad not yet introduced. Impressed with the film...Cheers for the making & quality within the limited budget. a wow factor is missing still good perfo

HARI

#TakeOff not upto my expectations, Still it's Good.Superb Casting & Excellent Individual performances.

Forumkeralam

Takeoff is a decent flick with some good moments and terrific performances especially from the leading lady Parvathy. With an ambitious plot there was space 4 some seat edge moments but that is limited to few Technically top notch & rich in prod values. Overall its a decent watchFamilies will love this #TakeOff

nithin sudarsanan‏

Take off Must watch movie #takeoff

Malayalam Review‏

Ok Script & Good Making
Direction
Go With Less Expectation
No Way Near To My Expectation
Still a Decent One & Extraordinary Performance From The Lead Casts
2.75/5

Tight competition at the box office?

Asif Ali's comedy entertainer Honey Bee 2 Celebrations has locked horns with Take Off. However, the movie, which is the sequel of the commercial hit Honey Bee, has opened to negative response from the audience and critics alike, giving an advantage to the realistic thriller to perform well on the opening day. Check Honey Bee 2 review by audience

Hype around Take Off

Expectations are sky high from Take Off, and almost all the celebrities of the Mollywood industry have been promoting it by sharing its promising trailer via their social media pages.

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