“Kannur Squad” is like a well-prepared meal served by the new director, Roby Varghese Raj. He starts with a small investigation, giving us a taste of how this special police team works and who they are, before diving into the main story.
The team is on a mission to catch the people responsible for a serious crime in Kasargod. As the story unfolds, we get to know each team member well. Unlike other police shows, this one doesn’t focus too much on their personal problems. Instead, it introduces an interesting twist—a team member facing corruption charges, causing tension within the group. This tension becomes a crucial part of the story, appearing again and again.
The characters’ personal lives are there, but not in a big way. The leader, ASI George (played by Mammootty), seems to have no personal life, while the others—Jayan, Jose, and Shafi—have their own worries. The fifth member, Sumo, is more concerned about fuel prices during their journey. The script, based on a true story and written by Rony David Raj and Muhammed Shafi, shows all four investigators as determined to catch the bad guys, even when faced with political pressure and a tight deadline.
People might compare this movie to other police stories, but “Kannur Squad” finds its own place. It mixes reality with moments for Mammootty’s fans without going too overboard. The film stays focused on the police work without getting too glamorous.
While the investigation uses modern techniques like tracking phone towers, there’s also good old-fashioned detective work, making the story more exciting. Even though we know who the suspects are early on, the movie keeps us interested with a thrilling journey and tough challenges for the policemen. In the end, “Kannur Squad” is like a tasty movie—blending realism, a bit of superstar charm, and the essence of a police story.
