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Directed by Joshiy, Pathram leans on a strong ensemble — Suresh Gopi, Manju Warrier, N F Varghese — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about action titles of 1999.
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