Vaazha – Biopic of a Billion Boys explained

Vaazha – Biopic of a Billion Boys is a 2024 Indian Malayalam-language coming of age comedy drama film directed by Anand Menen and written by Vipin Das.^{[2] [3]} The film stars Siju Sunny, Amith Mohan Rajeswari, Joemon Jyothir, Anuraj O. B., Anshid Anu, Saaf Bros, Jagadish, Kottayam Nazeer, Azees Nedumangad, and Noby Marcose.^[4]

The film was released in theatres on 15 August 2024.The film received positive reviews from critics with praise for its humorous dialogues, direction, music and story aspects.

Plot

Five happy-go-lucky teenage boys are deemed "vaazhas" (a slang for good-for-nothing) by their overbearing parents for not meeting their expectations. What they achieve in life forms the remaining part of the story.

Production

The film is produced by Vipin Das under the banner WBTS Productions, in association with Imagin Cinemas, headed by Harris Desom, P. B. Anish and Adarsh Narayan.^{[5] [6]}

Soundtrack

The soundtrack for the 2024 film Vaazha was released by Think Music. The soundtrack includes compositions by Rajat Prakash, Nomadic Voice, Parvatish Pradeep, Electronic Kili, and Jay Stellar. The album was released under the Think Music label.^[7]

Release

Vazha - Biopic of a Billion Boys was theatrically released on 15 August 2024.^[8] A promotional event was held at the St. Teresa's College on 8 August 2024. Its second trailer was released on 13 August 2024, 2 days prior to official release. ^{[9] [10] [11] [12]} The film was premiered on Disney+ Hotstar from 23 September 2024.

Reception

Box office

On the opening day of its release, the film grossed ₹1.5 crores worldwide.^[13] As of 18 August 2024, the film collected ₹5.50 crores worldwide.^[14] As of 21 August, the film grossed 16.60 crore.^[15] As of 2 September 2024, the film grossed ₹35 crores worldwide.^[16] As of 6 September 2024, film collected ₹40 crore worldwide.^[17]

Critical response

Vazha - Biopic of a Billion Boys received positive reviews from critics with praise for its humorous dialogues, direction, music and story aspects. ^{[18] [19]}

Sequel

The film ends with the title Vaazha 2 in the mid credits scene.^[20] On 21 August 2024, the makers announced the sequel, titled Vaazha II : Biopic of a Billion Bros Vaazha II, featuring a cast including Hashir, Alan, Ajin and Vinayak.^{[21] [22] [23]} The sequel will be directed by debutant Savin S. A. and the cinematographer is Akhil Lailasuran.^[24]

Notes and References

1. Web site: 2024-06-23 . 'പിള്ളേരെ കൊണ്ട് തോറ്റു' ഒൻപതാം ദിനത്തിലും ബോക്സ് ഓഫീസിൽ നിന്ന് കോടികൾ വാരി 'വാഴ'. 2024-08-25 . . ml.
2. Web site: 2024-08-15 . Vaazha movie review: Blatant glorification of manchildren is just one of the many issues with this film . 2024-08-17 . The Indian Express . en.
3. Web site: 2024-06-01 . First-look poster of director Anand Menen's 'Vaazha' out . 2024-08-17 . The South First . en.
4. News: 2024-06-21 . Release date of 'Vaazha', helmed by Anand Menen and written by Vipin Das, announced . 2024-08-17 . The Hindu . en-IN . 0971-751X.
5. Web site: Features . C. E. . 2024-04-24 . It's a wrap for Vaazha . 2024-08-17 . Cinema Express . en.
6. Web site: Service . Express News . 2024-07-16 . Vaazha release pushed . 2024-08-17 . The New Indian Express . en.
7. Web site: Vaazha (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) . 2024 . . 13 September 2024.
8. Web site: 2024-07-16 . Release Date Of Vaazha - Biopic of a Billion Boys Pushed! . 2024-08-17 . Times Now . en.
9. Web site: 2024-08-14 . Trailer Of Malayalam Film Vaazha - Biopic Of A Billion Boys Out. Watch It Here . 2024-08-17 . News18 . en.
10. News: 2024-08-14 . 'Vaazha' trailer promises a nostalgic ride with 'Biopic of a Billion Boys' . 2024-08-17 . The Times of India . 0971-8257.
11. Web site: Bharat . E. T. V. . 2024-08-14 . 'ഇനി മുതല്‍ നമ്മുടെ ലൈഫില്‍ പെണ്ണുമില്ല, തല്ലുമില്ല'; ചിരിപടര്‍ത്തി വാഴ ട്രെയിലർ - Vaazha official Trailer . 2024-08-17 . ETV Bharat News . ml.
12. Web site: Instagram . 2024-08-17 . www.instagram.com.
13. News: 2024-08-16 . 'Vaazha' box office collections day 1: Comedy drama movie mints Rs 1.15 crores . 2024-08-17 . The Times of India . 0971-8257.
14. News: 2024-08-18 . 'Vaazha' box office collections day 3: Comedy drama collects Rs 3.9 crore . 2024-08-19. The Times of India.
15. News: 2024-08-21 . Vaazha's box office collections day 6: Comedy entertainer collects Rs 9.65 crore. 2024-08-21 . The Times Of India . en-IN . 0971-751X.
16. Web site: ഈ 'വാഴ' നിസാരക്കാരനല്ല ! 'വാലിബന്റെ' ലൈഫ് ടൈം കളക്ഷൻ തൂക്കി ഈ കൊച്ചുചിത്രം, നേടിയത് കോടികൾ . 2024-09-03 . Asianet News Network Pvt Ltd . ml.
17. Web site: നാലാം വാരവും തിയറ്റര്‍ വിടാതെ 'വാഴ'; മൂന്നാഴ്ച കൊണ്ട് ബോക്സ് ഓഫീസില്‍ നിന്ന് നേടിയത് . 2024-09-08 . Asianet News Network Pvt Ltd . ml.
18. Web site: Vaazha Review: Anand Menen's film is an impressive portrayal of friendship . 2024-08-17 . OTTPlay . en.
19. News: 2024-08-15 . 'Vaazha' social media review: Netizens give a thumbs up to Anand Menen's directorial . 2024-08-17 . The Times of India . 0971-8257.
20. News: 2024-08-17 . Vaazha: Anand Menon's film to have a sequel! Here's what the director has to say. 2024-08-21 . OTT Play.
21. News: 2024-08-21 . Makers of Vaazha announce sequel. 2024-08-21 . Cinema Express.
22. News: 2024-08-21 . 'Vaazha 2' announced! Director Vipin Das teases an exciting sequel. 2024-08-21 . The Times of India.
23. News: 2024-08-21 . Vaazha's sequel unveiled: What to expect from 'Vaazha II: Biopic of a Billion Bros'. 2024-08-21 . Mathrubhumi News.
24. News: 2024-08-21 . Sequel Announced For Vaazha-Biopic Of A Billion Boys A Week Into Its Release. 2024-08-21 . Times Now.