The trailer of ‘Dhoomakethu’ has been released and it promises a Malayalam film that is built around time travel, comedy, mystery and murder. Directed by Sudhi Maddison, the movie features Sajin Gopu and Nikhila Vimal in the lead roles. The film is scheduled to hit theaters on September 25.The trailer presents a curious situation involving a newly married couple. It also hints at a repeating cycle that leaves Sajin Gopu’s character searching for answers.
‘Dhoomakethu’ trailer introduces a strange time loop
The trailer begins with Sajin Gopu’s character discussing an unusual situation with his friend played by Ganapathi. The mystery starts after he marries Nikhila Vimal’s character.Their first night together soon takes an unexpected turn. A mysterious killer enters the picture. This leads to a deadly sequence of events. The situation has similarities to the concept used in ‘Happy Death Day’.After the incident, the day appears to reset. Sajin Gopu’s character is forced to return to the same point in time. He then finds himself caught in a cycle that he cannot seem to escape. The trailer does not reveal the identity of the killer. It also leaves open the possibility that more than one person could be involved in the mystery. Shine Tom Chacko’s character also adds to the mystery.
Sajin Gopu searches for the killer
The repeating timeline creates the main conflict for Sajin Gopu’s character. He appears determined to understand why the same events keep happening. His attempts to spend his first night with his wife are repeatedly interrupted by the strange events, create a fun vibe.The protagonist’s investigation gradually becomes a mission to identify the person behind the killings. Every reset seems to offer another clue. It also appears to bring new problems for him.
‘Dhoomakethu’ explores the time-loop concept
The film appears to draw from the broader time-loop genre seen in movies such as ‘Groundhog Day’ and ‘Happy Death Day’. However, the story seems to place the concept within a distinctly Malayalam setting.The makers describe ‘Dhoomakethu’ as a grounded take on the time-loop idea. The trailer also keeps the larger plot concealed. It does not explain why the protagonist is trapped in the cycle. The reason behind the killings remains another major mystery.
Sajin Gopu and Nikhila Vimal lead the cast
Sajin Gopu and Nikhila Vimal headline the film. Shine Tom Chacko, Ganapathi and Siddharth Bharathan also play key roles. Sudhi Maddison, who previously directed ‘Neymar’ and ‘Sookshmadarshini’, has helmed the project. Sonny and Manu have penned the screenplay.The first-look poster had earlier created interest among moviegoers. It featured underwater visuals, which are relatively uncommon in Malayalam cinema.Jinto George is the cinematographer, while Vivek Harshan handles the editing. Ankit Menon has composed the music.With September 25 set as the theatrical release date, the expectations are high for ‘Dhoomakethu’.
