Johny Johny Yes Appa

Johny Johny Yes Appa is a captivating 2018 Malayalam family drama-comedy directed by Marthandan Gopalakrishnan Nair, featuring a cast of Kunchacko Boban, Anu Sithara, and Sanoop Santhosh among others. Known for the quality of its compelling narrative, the film offers not just great entertainment but also important moral lessons.

The film tells the story of Johny, portrayed by Kunchacko Boban, who is the eldest son in a respectable, well-to-do family. At the surface, he is depicted as the perfect son, respectful and obedient. However, unbeknownst to his family, Johny has been living a dual life. He is adept at manipulating situations and living off crafty schemes and hypocritical behaviour masked by his seemingly innocent demeanor. His fraudulent activities range from small-scale tricks to significant cheating which his family, unfortunately, has no clue about. Boban's fantastic performance highlighted the complex nature of Johny's character, making him appear as likeable and despicable at the same time.

Contrary to his older brother, the younger brother Philip, played by Sanoop Santhosh, is a straightforward and honest individual. Notwithstanding his young age, he is shown as being strong-willed and astute. Throughout the film, the brothers' contrasting characters serve to highlight the dichotomy between honesty and deceit, right and wrong.

Anu Sithara, impresses with her portrayal of the character Jaisa. She brings on-screen a great deal of charm and graciousness. Jaisa's character is involved with Johny and her honesty and straightforwardness stand in stark contrast to his deceitful ways.

The Director, Marthandan, skillfully weaves humor and drama together to deliver a tale that will keep the viewer engaged from beginning to end, leaving a lasting impact. The blend of comedy and family drama is balanced throughout the film, allowing the audience to laugh one minute and hold their breath the next. Despite its humorous undertones, the film does not shy away from addressing the serious implications of the actions taken by the protagonist and how such actions can unravel into potentially life-changing scenarios.

The cinematography by Vinod Illampally adds to the setting and the narrative of the film. The lush and vibrant visuals bring out the beauty of the Kerala landscapes, the households' cultural richness, at the same time, it creates a vivid portrayal of Johny's secretive world hidden beneath.

The music by Shaan Rahman adds another dimension to the story. His compositions meld into the story comfortably, enhancing the emotions of the scenes rather than overshadowing them.

Unraveling Johny's dual life is the crux of the story. The plot revolves around how long Johny can keep up with his antics and what would happen if his secrets were to be exposed. The story takes multiple unexpected turns as Johny's actions start catching up with him, leading to a series of comical yet complicated situations.

The supporting cast of the film including Tini Tom, Kalabhavan Shajohn, Vijayaraghavan, and Geeta Prasad do not disappoint either, delivering brilliant performances. In each smaller character, the movie maintains the essence of its plot, developing coherent smaller flicks that eventually contribute to the overall narrative.

Johny Johny Yes Appa judiciously blends comedy with morality, offering valuable life lessons even as it provides a generous dose of laughter. The film is crisp, with an engaging screenplay by Joji Thomas that ensures there is never a dull moment, allowing for both introspection and merriment as the plot progresses, which is a rare combination. The film is about family values, human nature, virtues, vices and redemption.

In essence, Johny Johny Yes Appa is a film that successfully combines elements of comedy, drama, and morality into a well-rounded narrative. It is rich in characterization and the performances of the actors are commendable. While making the viewers laugh, the film also leaves them with a crucial message to reflect upon. Definetely a must-watch for those who delight in family-oriented Malayalam comedies that offer something more than mere entertainment. A testament to this are the positive reviews and audience responses it garnered post its release in 2018.