Maheshinte Prathikaaram
Mahesh, a studio photographer and studio owner gets into a fight and loses. He ends up taking revenge which leads to certain realizations in his life.
Directed by Dileesh Pothan · Comedy · Drama · Romance · 120 min · 2016
Director
Dileesh Pothan
Writer
Syam Pushkaran
Studio
OPM Dream Mill Cinemas
Release
05 Feb 2016
Runtime
120 min
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Romance
Full Plot
Mahesh Bhavana, a small-time photographer, seeks revenge against Jimson after being humiliated in a fight. However, he learns that Jimson has moved to Dubai for work, leaving Mahesh heartbroken and questioning his skills as a photographer. To regain confidence, Mahesh enrolls in a kung fu course and discovers the art of photography through his father's old collection.
Cast & Characters
Mahesh Bhavana
Fahadh Faasil
Soumya
Anusree
Baby
Alencier Ley Lopez
Vincent Bhavana, Mahesh's father
K. L. Antony Kochi
Jimson Augustine, Jimsy's brother
Sujith Shankar
Kunjumon, Soumya's father
Jaffar Idukki
Thahir, village councillor
Achunthanandan
auto driver, jimson's friend
Arun Kumar Pavumba
Did You Know?
Made on an estimated budget of $594,667, Maheshinte Prathikaaram has grossed $2.3M worldwide — about 3.9x its budget.
Source: TMDb API · verified 2026-08-02
Fahadh Faasil appears in 12 films in our catalog, including Vikram, Maamannan.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
After witnessing a low opening in the morning shows at the Kerala box office, the film's earnings picked up from the evening shows due to positive response from the audience.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Maheshinte Prathikaaram holds 8.3/10 on IMDb (11,473 votes).
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 2, 2026
Where to Watch
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (8.3/10 on IMDb (11,473 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maheshinte Prathikaaram's IMDb rating?+
Maheshinte Prathikaaram has a 8.3/10 rating on IMDb from 11,473 votes.
Is Maheshinte Prathikaaram good? What are critics saying?+
Maheshinte Prathikaaram holds 8.3/10 on IMDb (11,473 votes).
How long is Maheshinte Prathikaaram?+
Maheshinte Prathikaaram has a runtime of 120 min.
Who directed Maheshinte Prathikaaram?+
Maheshinte Prathikaaram was directed by Dileesh Pothan.
Where can I watch Maheshinte Prathikaaram?+
Maheshinte Prathikaaram is available to stream, rent, or buy on ManoramaMax, ManoramaMAX Amazon Channel.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The movie "Maheshinte Prathikaaram" received generally positive reviews from critics. Many praised the film's unique blend of humor, clever writing, and strong performances, with some noting that it offers a refreshing take on the revenge genre. Several reviewers also commended the film's technical aspects, including cinematography, music, and direction.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
