: Ittymaani (played by Mohanlal) is known for his extreme thriftiness and his habit of charging a "commission" for every service he provides to his community.
Critics generally offered mixed reviews, often praising the performances while criticizing the script: : Ittymaani (played by Mohanlal) is known for
Released during Onam 2019, is a Malayalam comedy-drama that marks the directorial debut of the duo Jibi-Joju. The film is primarily set in Kunnamkulam, Thrissur—a town legendary for its "duplicate" products—and follows the life of Manikkunnel Ittymaani, an eccentric businessman born in China who deals in counterfeit goods. Plot & Themes Plot & Themes : Aju Varghese, Salim Kumar,
: Aju Varghese, Salim Kumar, Dharmajan Bolgatty, and Hareesh Kanaran provide comedic support, though some reviewers felt their talents were underutilized. Critical Reception : The story shifts from comedy to a
: IMDb lists KPAC Lalitha as Ittymaani's mother, Siddique as Fr. John Paul, and Honey Rose as Jessy Pothen.
: The story shifts from comedy to a social message when Ittymaani attempts to help a lonely widow, Plamoottil Annamma (Radhika Sarathkumar), whose own children have neglected her.
The film features a massive ensemble cast of veteran Malayalam actors: