Updated on: 24 March, 2024 12:01 AM IST |Sudheesh SK
Did you know why the movie The Goat Life took a decade to reach a stage where we could consider this project financially viable. Here are the top 5 reasons that make this film truly special
Prithviraj Sukumaran and director Blessy dedicated a decade to bring their passion project The Goat Life to fruition. Adapted from the bestselling novel Aadujeevitham by Benyamin, the film faced challenges due to the lack of established revenue models in Malayalam cinema. Amidst shooting, the pandemic hit and leaving the crew stranded in the Jordan desert for 70 days from March to May 2020. We had to halt production for nearly two years before resuming. Despite the setbacks and the film persevered through shooting in Algeria, Jordan, and Kerala. This journey underscores the film's determination to be realized remarked Prithviraj
The Goat Life tells the remarkable tale of Najeeb's struggle for survival amidst the harsh realities of the desert and trapped in a foreign land, Najeeb's journey from despair to hope is deeply moving and serves as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and his bond with the goat, his only companion, symbolizes both his struggle for survival and his quest for redemption. a True story will blow your mind and Prithviraj Sukumaran and director Blessy spent a decade bringing their passion project The Goat Life to life
The production of The Goat Life was significantly impacted by the pandemic, with the crew stranded in the Jordan desert for 70 days. Despite these challenges, the team was determined to complete the film
Aadujeevitham represents a milestone in Indian cinema, not only for its ambitious storytelling and technical prowess but also for its cultural significance. The film sheds light on the plight of migrant workers and the harsh realities they face while working abroad, highlighting important social issues often overlooked in mainstream media. Its critical acclaim and international recognition further solidify its status as a groundbreaking cinematic achievement with lasting cultural relevance
Prithviraj Sukumaran underwent a significant transformation for his role in The Goat Life and he lost 31 kilos, battling hunger and pushing his body to its limits and this transformation was not just physical but also mental, embodying the enduring hope and survival of Najeeb, the character he portrayed and the actor shared his experience of filming in Jordan and Algeria and being stuck in the desert during the COVID 19 pandemic. Despite the challenges, he remained committed to portraying the real life character of Najeeb and his journey to becoming Najeeb involved extreme fasting and pushing his body to the limits to achieve a look of starvation
