Kunjunni S. Kumar

Kunjunni S. Kumar, man, this dude’s name pops up in some seriously interesting corners of Malayalam cinema. You might’ve stumbled on his work in “Valliyum Thetti Pulliyum Thetti” (2016), which, let’s be real, is that nostalgic throwback to the 90s Kerala countryside, where cinema halls and love stories kinda just collided in the quirkiest way possible. There’s a vibe to it—sun-drenched landscapes, old-school romance, and a bunch of small-town drama that gets under your skin. Kunjunni’s fingerprints all over the visuals, pulling you into that world like you’re sitting right there with the characters, getting sunburnt and maybe a little high on memories. Then there’s “Loham” (2015), which is a whole different beast. Shine Tom Chacko and Mohanlal cruising through a gritty, gold-smuggling underbelly, right? This isn’t your gentle countryside story—think shadows, suspense, and that signature Ranjith punch. The man behind the lens, again, Kunjunni, making the gold glint and the tension simmer. The way he frames those close-ups, you can almost taste the sweat and paranoia. And don’t sleep on “Nellikka” (2015) either. Not the most mainstream, but it’s got this earnest, rootsy feel—family ties, music, nostalgia, and a little splash of melancholy. The visuals feel warm and lived-in, which is totally Kunjunni’s style. He’s not just shooting pretty pictures; you feel a beat, a pulse, like every frame’s breathing. So yeah, his style? Kind of sneaky-good. Never flashy for the sake of it, just this steady hand guiding you through stories that feel both epic and intimate.