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Shajahanum Pareekuttiyum

Name: Shajahanum Pareekuttiyum
Director: Boban Samuel
Released: 2016
Duration: 140 min

Representation Score

2.4/10

Limited

2016

Director

Boban Samuel

Runtime

140 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Shajahanum Pareekuttiyum is a traditional romantic comedy that emphasizes regional cultural norms. The narrative focuses on courtship and family approval within a localized context, reinforcing standard community and gender structures. The film does not aim to disrupt established clichés or provide characters who reflect more than one aspect of diversity. It operates within a homogeneous demographic, serving as a regional narrative rather than a global one. Overall, the production maintains conventional social hierarchies, aligning with traditional romantic comedy trajectories without exploring diverse identities or social critiques.

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Category Breakdown

Does Shajahanum Pareekuttiyum have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film follows typical heterosexual romantic comedy traditions and does not include any non-cisgender gender identities or same-sex relationships.

How does Shajahanum Pareekuttiyum portray gender?

Fair

Jiya has a unique personality, but the story mainly revolves around male characters and marriage issues. The film upholds traditional gender roles without challenging them.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Shajahanum Pareekuttiyum?

Limited

The movie features a mostly Malayali cast, offering authentic regional representation for Kerala. However, it does not include diverse ethnic backgrounds or multi-layered casting.

How does Shajahanum Pareekuttiyum represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story centers on traditional village life and family relationships, emphasizing social stability and local customs without critiquing religious or social institutions.

Does Shajahanum Pareekuttiyum include disability representation?

Minimal

There are no visible or invisible disabilities portrayed as central to the character arcs. The film does not explore disability-driven ability to act or specific disability-related themes.

Present on Screen

Offers authentic regional representation for the Kerala context through a predominantly Malayali cast.

Limited or Absent

Does not include diverse ethnic backgrounds or multi-layered casting.
Reinforces traditional gender hierarchies and heterosexual clichés.
Does not address non-cisgender identities or disability representation.

Official Synopsis

Jiya is a rich girl who has a distinctive personality and has great hopes and dreams. An unfortunate incident shook her life. At this juncture two guys Pranav and Prince enter Jiya's life with definite intentions.

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