Review: I, Nobody: Engaging Start - Weak End

 

Movie: I, Nobody
Rating: 2.5/5

Cast: Prithviraj Sukumaran, Parvathy Thiruvothu, and others

Director: Nissam Basheer

Produced By: Prithviraj Productions, E4 Entertainment

Release Date: 09-07-2026

Story:

Rajeev (Prithviraj Sukumaran) is a government employee, while his wife Meera (Parvathy Thiruvothu) is also a working professional. They live a peaceful life with their two daughters. One day, Rajeev visits a bank to confront its manager over an important issue. At the same time, four robbers storm the bank and, in an unexpected turn of events, kidnap Rajeev while trying to escape.

However, their plan fails, and all four robbers die in a road accident. The police recover neither the ₹17 crore stolen from the bank nor any clue about its whereabouts. As suspicion grows, everyone believes Rajeev has secretly taken the money. The police, his neighbours, and even his colleagues begin mentally harassing him and his family. How Rajeev and his family deal with this crisis forms the rest of the story.

Performances:

Prithviraj Sukumaran once again delivers a natural and convincing performance as Rajeev. Parvathy Thiruvothu is equally impressive, portraying her role with remarkable ease. The two child artists also perform very well, with the younger daughter stealing the show with her charming screen presence. The supporting cast does a decent job.

What Works:

Director Nissam Basheer keeps the first half engaging with an interesting screenplay. The bank robbery episode, the lift fight sequence, and the interval block are all executed effectively and build solid anticipation for the second half. The cinematography is impressive, while the background score complements the tense atmosphere well.

What Doesn't Work:

Despite an engaging first half, the film loses its grip after the interval. When Rajeev and his family are trapped in a life-changing situation, the hero's plan to protect them feels weak and unconvincing. The scenes involving the media and the public relentlessly chasing Rajeev dilute the impact of the narrative. The sudden wave of public sympathy towards the family also feels forced.

The climax is underwhelming, and the Chief Minister's involvement comes across as unrealistic. Even the mystery surrounding the missing ₹17 crore is wrapped up in a rushed and unsatisfying manner.

I, Nobody Review And Verdict:

Nissam Basheer's I Nobody begins as an engaging thriller with a well-crafted first half and a few effective moments. However, the lack of logic in the second half, the drop in thrills, and an underwhelming climax prevent it from living up to its promising start. In the end, it remains an ordinary thriller that falls short of its potential.