Reminded me of younger days: Keralam CM's moving review of Bethlehem Kudumba Unit

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, which has crossed Rs 325 crore worldwide to become the highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time, has won another admirer in Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan. In a heartfelt review, Satheesan said the Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju-starrer reminded him of his younger days, with its portrayal of rural life, everyday relationships and the warmth of romance.The film's impact was such that he broke his usual habit of not writing appreciation notes after watching movies to share his thoughts on social media. Satheesan revealed that his busy schedule had interrupted his habit of watching at least one film every month.After a long break, he watched Bethlehem Kudumba Unit in one sitting with his daughter and her friend. The experience left him thoroughly refreshed.“What makes the film different is its treatment. Not once did I feel bored. I could instantly connect with it because it reminded me of my younger days,” he wrote on Instagram. Recalling the film's depiction of rural life, he highlighted the villages, their people, everyday experiences, affection and romance that made the story engaging. He added that he wondered why he had taken so long to watch the film after finishing it.The Chief Minister also praised the ensemble cast, noting that even characters with just one or two scenes managed to leave an impression. The film made him laugh and, at times, moved him to sadness. “It made me laugh heartily and, at times, moved me to sadness. I enjoyed it from beginning to end. This film is a complete team effort,” he said.Satheesan said writing an appreciation note after watching a film was unusual for him, but Bethlehem Kudumba Unit had made him feel so refreshed that he wanted to share his thoughts publicly.He also revealed that he had called director Girish AD and actor Sangeeth Prathap (who played Nivin Pauly's brother in the film) to congratulate them. He could not reach lead actors Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju by phone.Among the performers who won his heart was Glikson, whom he singled out affectionately in his post. “Another person who won my heart, along with them, was Glikson. Poor Glikson!” he wrote, ending his note by congratulating everyone who worked on the film.The cast and crew of Bethlehem Kudumba Unit expressed their thanks in the comment section.About Bethlehem Kudumba UnitDirected and written by Girish AD and Kiran Josey, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit is a romantic comedy that follows Ashley (Mamitha Baiju), who returns to Kerala after studying in Ireland and reconnects with Justin Davis (Nivin Pauly), her former love. Their relationship, which develops through a shared love of music, faces challenges arising from their age difference and family opposition. When they meet again, they must confront their past and decide whether to give their relationship another chance. The film also features Sangeeth Prathap, Roshan Shanavas, Shyam Mohan, Vinay Forrt, Suresh Krishna, Srinda, Meenakshi Raveendran, Bindu Panicker and Parvathy Ayyappadas in key roles. Produced by Fahadh Faasil, Dileesh Pothan and Syam Pushkaran under Bhavana Studios and associated banners, the film has cinematography by Ajmal Sabu, editing by Akash Joseph Varghese and music by Vishnu Vijay.Released during the Onam season, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit has emerged as a historic box-office success, crossing Rs 325 crore worldwide.- Ends