Aadujeevitham, also known as The Goat Life, is an upcoming Malayalam-language survival drama film directed by Blessy and co-produced by India and the United States. The film is based on the 2008 Malayalam novel of the same name by Benyamin. The story revolves around Najeeb Muhammad, an Indian migrant worker, who is forced to herd goats in Saudi Arabia’s desert to survive.
The Cast and Crew
Prithviraj Sukumaran plays the role of Najeeb Muhammad in Aadujeevitham. Amala Paul, Jimmy Jean-Louis, and Rik Aby also appear in the film. The sound designer of the movie is Resul Pookutty, the editor is A. Sreekar Prasad, and the cinematography is by K. U. Mohanan.
| Actor/Actress | Role |
|---|---|
| Prithviraj Sukumaran | Najeeb Muhammad |
| Amala Paul | Fatima |
| Vineeth Sreenivasan | Abu Bakr |
| Lena | Ummukhulsu |
| Roshan Mathew | Young Najeeb Muhammad |
| Sudhi Koppa | Kunjappan |
| Alencier Ley Lopez | Aliyar |
| Santhosh Keezhattoor | Omanakuttan |
| Basil Joseph | Razak |
| Anil Nedumangad | Unnimaya’s husband |
| Ameer Niyaz | Arakkal |
| Abhishek Raveendran | Najeeb’s brother (Rahman) |
Background
Aadujeevitham is a cinematic adaptation of the 2008 Malayalam novel of the same name by Benyamin. The movie has been directed and co-produced by Blessy, a renowned filmmaker in the Malayalam film industry. The film features Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead role, and he is joined by an impressive cast that includes Amala Paul, Jimmy Jean-Louis, and Rik Aby. The movie has been shot in several locations, including Wadi Rum in Jordan, Sahara, and Kerala.
The Plot
The story of Aadujeevitham is set in Saudi Arabia’s desert, where Najeeb Muhammad, an Indian immigrant worker, is forced to herd goats to survive. The movie revolves around Najeeb’s struggle to return home and reunite with his family.
During his journey, he faces various challenges and goes through several life-altering experiences. The film highlights the plight of migrant workers and sheds light on the struggles they face to survive in a foreign land.
The Production
The production of Aadujeevitham suffered a setback with the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. The cast and crew of Aadujeevitham were left stranded in an isolated part of Wadi Rum desert as the world went into a lockdown to contain the spread of the virus. Given that the crew was in an unplanned bio-bubble of sorts at the time, they managed to continue the shoot.
The Novel
Aadujeevitham is a cinematic adaptation of the 2008 Malayalam novel of the same name by Benyamin. The novel depicts the life of Najeeb Muhammad, who is forced to herd goats in Saudi Arabia to survive. The novel highlights the struggles of migrant workers and sheds light on the hardships they face in foreign lands.
Aadujeevitham Release Date
The release of Aadujeevitham was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, Prithviraj Sukumaran announced on July 14, 2022, that the shoot of Aadujeevitham was completed. The movie is set to release soon, and the audience is eagerly waiting to witness the cinematic adaptation of the critically acclaimed novel.
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As per the latest reports, Aadujeevitham is set to release in theaters on October 20, 2023. However, there have been no official announcements from the makers of the film regarding the release date. The film is being distributed in theaters by Magic Frames, and it will have a world premiere at a film festival before its theatrical release. The film is bankrolled by K G Abraham, and Prithviraj’s wife Supriya Menon is also a co-producer.
Trailer Release
The much-awaited trailer of Aadujeevitham was released on April 7, 2023, after a long wait. The trailer has been received positively by fans and critics alike, who have praised the visuals and the performances of the actors.
Final Thoughts
Aadujeevitham, which translates to “Goat Life”, is a highly anticipated film that has been in the making for quite some time. Fans of Prithviraj Sukumaran and Malayalam cinema have been eagerly waiting for the release of the movie, which has already created a lot of buzzes.
The shooting of Aadujeevitham started much before the COVID-19 pandemic, and the team faced several challenges during the shoot. Prithviraj, who plays the lead role in the movie, had to undergo a drastic physical transformation for his character, and he even lost a significant amount of weight for the role. The team also faced several logistical challenges while shooting in the desert, where temperatures often soared above 50 degrees Celsius.
Official Trailer
