Husbands in Goa

Husbands in Goa is a 2012 Malayalam-language comedy film directed by Saji Surendran and written by Krishna Poojapura, starring Jayasurya, Indrajith, Lal, Asif Ali, Rima Kallingal, Bhama, Remya Nambeesan and Praveena.

The film follows the journey of three young men, who flee from their wives, for a vacation to the international tourist-destination Goa. During the trip, they become friends with a immature youthful older man, who is on the verge of a divorce. The film explores their time in Goa, the people they meet and a turn of events occur when they encounter their wives. The film is the second production of UTV Motion Pictures in Malayalam cinema. It features music composed by M. G. Sreekumar, whilst cinematography is handled by Anil Nair and is edited by Manoj.

Husbands in Goa takes an excellent opening at Kerala Boxoffice with a gross collection of Rs 3.07 Crores in first 3 days.

Release date: September 21, 2012

Story

Three husbands (Indrajith, Jayasurya and Asif Ali) are on a trip to Goa to take a break from their messy married lives with their dominating wives (Rima Kallingal, Bhama and Remya Nambeesan). During the trip, they meet a husband (Lal) who is on the verge of a divorce, which becomes a turning point in their lives. Things get more interesting when their wives join them in Goa and from then on, it is a cat and mouse game.

Hit Songs

   "Pichakapoo"

BoxOffice Result

The movie opened to mixed response from both critics and audiences.

• Theatre Balcony gave an overall rating of 66% and praised the comedy scenes and the performances while disliking the not so engaging story and script.
• Times Of India gave a very positive review and rated 3 stars out of 5. But added that "The film evokes hilarity, but the humour fails to generate the rip-roaring laugh one associates with a comedy."
• Kerala Films welcomed the movie giving 2.5 stars out of 5 and said "Husbands in Goa really deserves a one time watch, especially for the exceptional lead performances, great comedy scenes, racy direction, and the song 'Pichakal poomkavukal'."
• Metromatinee gave a positive review and said " If you are one of those who watch mimicry and comedy shows on TV, this movie will help you relive those moments that you spent in front of TV."
• However, the film also got some negative reviews from the critics. Chithravishesham gave the movie a rating of 3 stars out of 10.
• Rediff.com rated 2/5 said that Husbands in Goa is a typical 'husbands escaping from their wives' attempt at comedy which elicits a few laughs.
• Sify gave a negative review and gave 2 stars out of 5 and added "You need real skills to find humour in ‘Husbands in Goa’. Go for this one, if you are ready to take such pains."

Overall Rating : 2.5/5

Verdict : Entertainer