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The Mollywood film Patriot, written and directed by Mahesh Narayanan and starring industry heavyweights Mammootty, Mohanlal, Fahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban, and Nayanthara, amongst others, has hit theaters today. The spy motion thriller had naturally generated significant hype, given the impressive lineup of talent involved within the project. Let\u2019s take a take a look at what audiences are saying concerning the film on X.com.<\/p>\n
\n#Patriot<\/a> review-
\ud83c\udfad Performances-The lead actor carries the film well, especially in emotional scenes
Supporting solid is decent and supports the narrative effectively.<\/p>\n\ud83d\udc4d What works
Relevant social message
Some impactful dialogues
Realistic tone (no over-the-top mass elements) pic.twitter.com\/zYdS7vQZ4u<\/a><\/p>\n\u2014 Indian Cinema (@Indianfilmm) May 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Generally, the response has been positive, but many feel the film lacks the industrial punch expected of a project like this. The absence of major mass elements has been some extent of dialogue, with one user noting, \u201cRealistic tone (no over-the-top mass elements)\u201d. While this was intended as praise, a major section of the audience doesn’t appear to share the identical sentiment.<\/p>\n
\n#Patriot<\/a> has an interesting first half to this point. It\u2019s more of a slow burn thriller without many mass or elevation moments, however the plot is engaging and the character development has been really good. The interval punch was really good too.<\/p>\n
Mohanlal doesn\u2019t appear in the primary half\u2026 https:\/\/t.co\/SpJcjE0sAl<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/bU40tYutFN<\/a><\/p>\n
\u2014 Mohammed Ihsan (@ihsan21792) May 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
The film takes its sweet time increase characters. \u201cIt\u2019s more of a slow-burn thriller without many mass or elevation moments.\u201d Mohanlal doesn’t appear in the primary half, but among the many characters who do, Mammootty stands out, and customarily the response is \u201cA never-seen-before #Mammootty \u2764\ufe0f\ud83d\udd25\u201d for his contribution.<\/p>\n
\n#Patriot<\/a> Interval- Slowly developed first half with major amount of give attention to Mammootty\u2019s character. The 20 min sequence resulting in interval is thrilling and major highlight to this point. All eyes on second half.<\/p>\n
That major awaited appearance \u2013 yes yet to occur.<\/p>\n
\u2014 Fahir Maithutty (@fahir_me) May 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Persons are generally positive concerning the interval block. \u201cThe 20 min sequence resulting in interval is thrilling and major highlight to this point.\u201d But many are waiting for the looks of Mohanlal, \u201cwaiting for L,\u201d which can occur within the second half of the film.<\/p>\n
\n#Patriot<\/a> FH<\/p>\n
A never-seen-before #Mammootty<\/a> \u2764\ufe0f\ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n
A slow-paced first half with a gripping, hook-worthy interval\u2026
Leading into an intense second half \ud83d\udca5<\/p>\n\u2014 Cinemaniac (@Sambaboy10J) May 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
\u201ctop-notch production quality & music \ud83d\udd25\u201d is one other positive aspect. A lot of the audience aren’t talking concerning the background rating, but those that are mentioning it are saying positive things.<\/p>\n
The Second Half Opinion<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\n#Patriot<\/a> my review 3.5\/5*
It\u2019s not a mass masala entertainer, A socially committed film, Patriot misses the wow factor , Big M\u2019s great performances, top-notch filmmaking, and Sushin Shyam\u2019s music \ud83d\udc4c
it is certainly a top quality film that should be experienced in a theater.<\/p>\n\u2014 RkR (@rajeeshkr1986) May 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Although some people agreed that \u201cPatriot misses the wow factor\u201d, they still recommend the film to be watched in theaters. The response can easily be summed up with this comment: \u201cIt\u2019s not a terrible movie, but it surely isn\u2019t great either.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n#Patriot<\/a> review \u2013 2\/5<\/p>\n
It\u2019s not a terrible movie but it surely isn\u2019t great either. It\u2019s too boring and stretched out. While entertaining in parts, most parts made me query, WHY?<\/p>\n
Mohan Lal seems underutilised, cameos don\u2019t work. I hate the way in which they treated Mohan Lal. He should\u2019ve\u2026<\/p>\n
\u2014 rohith kumar (@rohithklv) May 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Mohanlal fans are also not that pleased with the end result, with comments like \u201cMohan Lal seems underutilised\u201d and \u201d a migraine-inducing experience, and thanks, #Mohanlal for making me vomit.\u201d<\/p>\n
\n#Patriot<\/a> just finished watching. Thanks #MaheshNarayanan<\/a> for a migraine inducing experience and thanks #Mohanlal<\/a> for making me vomit. #Mammootty<\/a> and #FahadhFaasil<\/a> deserved higher than this hot pile of garbage! Review coming up in a bit. Audience final response: pic.twitter.com\/v0N3AwxmzI<\/a><\/p>\n