Dec. 01, 2014|India|81 Min.
Genre: Drama
Description: Ottaal, also known as The Trap, is a 2015 Indian Malayalam film directed by Jayaraj, based on the short story “Vanka” by Russian author Anton Chekhov. The movie features Ashanth K Sha, Kumarakom Vasudevan, Shine Tom Chacko, Sabitha Jayaraj, and Thomas G. Kannampuzha in prominent roles. Ottaal gained significant recognition as it became the first film in India to be released online simultaneously with its theatrical debut.
The film achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Malayalam movie to win all the top awards at the International Film Festival of Kerala in its 20-year history. It was also among the four Malayalam films chosen for the Indian Panorama segment at the International Film Festival of India in Goa in November 2015.
Ottaal The Trap is celebrated for its compelling narrative and critical acclaim, marking a significant achievement in Indian cinema.
Cast director: Jayaraj
Cast actor: Ashanth K. Shah, Kumarakom Vasudevan, Shine Tom Chacko, Hafis Muhammed, Sabita Jayaraj, Thomas J. Kannampuzha, Unni Ariyanoor, Sivakumar Sopanam, Antony Kalathil, Vavachan
Original name: ഒറ്റാല്