"The Life of Josutty" is a 2020 Malayalam comedy-drama film directed by Jibu Jacob and written by Lijo Jose Pellissery. The movie stars Biju Menon, Aju Varghese, and Nirmal Soni in leading roles. The film's plot revolves around the life of Josutty, a 50-year-old bachelor who lives a simple and peaceful life in a small village in Kerala.
The cinematography beautifully contrasts the lush greenery of Kattappana with the scenic, cold landscapes of New Zealand.
The story begins with Josutty’s unrequited love for his cousin, Jessy (Rachana Narayanankutty). After a series of familial betrayals and a failed marriage, Josutty decides to emigrate to a farm in New Zealand. The film’s middle act is a slow-burning portrayal of loneliness, cultural displacement, and the reality of the “Gulf (or Western) dream.” Josutty works tirelessly, only to find that material success cannot fill the void of human connection. The film culminates in a poignant twist that forces him—and the audience—to redefine what "life" truly means.
4.5/5 stars
For those who know Jeethu Joseph only through Drishyam , Life of Josutty will be a revelation. The director employs:
Jeethu Joseph explicitly marketed the film with the tagline "No twists, only life," setting expectations for a straightforward, character-driven story. Where to Watch
: A sixth-standard dropout with heavy family debts, Josutty is forced to give up his childhood love, Jessy (Rachana Narayanankutty), after her father rejects him.
: To save his family, he enters a marriage of convenience with Rose (Jyothi Krishna), a nurse in New Zealand.
For Malayali audiences in the GCC, Europe, and North America, the film often rotates on smaller platforms like or Koode .
"The Life of Josutty" is a 2020 Malayalam comedy-drama film directed by Jibu Jacob and written by Lijo Jose Pellissery. The movie stars Biju Menon, Aju Varghese, and Nirmal Soni in leading roles. The film's plot revolves around the life of Josutty, a 50-year-old bachelor who lives a simple and peaceful life in a small village in Kerala.
The cinematography beautifully contrasts the lush greenery of Kattappana with the scenic, cold landscapes of New Zealand.
The story begins with Josutty’s unrequited love for his cousin, Jessy (Rachana Narayanankutty). After a series of familial betrayals and a failed marriage, Josutty decides to emigrate to a farm in New Zealand. The film’s middle act is a slow-burning portrayal of loneliness, cultural displacement, and the reality of the “Gulf (or Western) dream.” Josutty works tirelessly, only to find that material success cannot fill the void of human connection. The film culminates in a poignant twist that forces him—and the audience—to redefine what "life" truly means. life of josutty malayalam full movie
4.5/5 stars
For those who know Jeethu Joseph only through Drishyam , Life of Josutty will be a revelation. The director employs: "The Life of Josutty" is a 2020 Malayalam
Jeethu Joseph explicitly marketed the film with the tagline "No twists, only life," setting expectations for a straightforward, character-driven story. Where to Watch
: A sixth-standard dropout with heavy family debts, Josutty is forced to give up his childhood love, Jessy (Rachana Narayanankutty), after her father rejects him. The film’s middle act is a slow-burning portrayal
: To save his family, he enters a marriage of convenience with Rose (Jyothi Krishna), a nurse in New Zealand.
For Malayali audiences in the GCC, Europe, and North America, the film often rotates on smaller platforms like or Koode .