The cinematic dream is here: Mammootty and Mohanlal unite in Patriot. Director Mahesh Narayanan delivers a slick, high-stakes spy thriller tackling government surveillance and corruption.

While the legends’ performances are masterclasses in subtlety and raw power, the film loses its edge. A sluggish second half stalls the momentum, proving that even star power can’t fully save a faltering, uneven script.

While the legends’ performances are masterclasses in subtlety and raw power, the film loses its edge. A sluggish second half stalls the momentum, proving that even star power can’t fully save a faltering, uneven script.