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{{Infobox film<br />
| name = Diwanjimoola Grand Prix<br />
| caption = Theatrical release poster<br />
| director = [[Anil Radhakrishnan Menon]]<br />
| screenplay = Anil Radhakrishnan Menon<br>Prasanth M. Nair IAS<br />
| story = Anil Radhakrishnan Menon<br />
| producer = [[Masood TP]]<br>Safeer K. P.<br>Sherin Vennemkattil<br />
| starring = [[Kunchacko Boban]]<br>[[Nyla Usha]]<br>[[Vinayakan]]<br />
| music = [[Gopi Sunder]]<br />
| cinematography = Alex J. Pulickal<br />
| distributor = Central Pictures<br />
| studio = Mars Entertainment<br>Silver Ocean<br>Grand Pixels<br />
| released = {{Film date|df=yes|2018|01|05}}<br />
| runtime = 124 minutes<ref>{{Cite web |title=Diwanjimoola Grand Prix |url=https://www.bbfc.co.uk/release/diwanjimoola-grand-prix-q29sbgvjdglvbjpwwc0zotqymdc |access-date=2023-09-24 |website=British Board of Film Classification}}</ref><br />
| country = India<br />
| language = Malayalam<br />
|image=Diwanjimoola_Grand_Prix_film_poster.jpg}}<br />
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'''''Diwanjimoola Grand Prix''''' is a 2018 Indian Malayalam language sports comedy film directed by [[Anil Radhakrishnan Menon]] and produced by [[Masood TP]], Safeer K. P., and Sherin Vennemkattil.<ref name="auto">{{Cite news|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/malayalam/2017/apr/19/diwanji-moola-grand-prix--decoded-1595113.html|title=Diwanji Moola Grand Prix decoded!|work=The New Indian Express|access-date=2017-11-09}}</ref> The screenplay was co written by Menon and former Kozhikode District Collector Prasanth M. Nair, with dialogues by Riyas Marath.<br />
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The film stars [[Kunchacko Boban]], [[Nyla Usha]], [[Vinayakan]], [[Nedumudi Venu]], [[Siddique (actor)|Siddique]] and [[Sijoy Varghese]].<ref name="auto1">{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/news/kunchacko-boban-to-play-a-bureaucrat-in-diwanji-moola-grand-prix/articleshow/58029038.cms|title=Kunchacko Boban to play a bureaucrat in Diwanji Moola Grand Prix|work=The Times of India|access-date=2017-11-09}}</ref> It was theatrically released on 5 January 2018.<br />
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== Plot ==<br />
Sajan Joseph IAS is appointed as the District Collector of Thrissur, known for his disciplined approach and commitment to public service. While assessing the district’s social and cultural decline, he learns about Diwanjimoola, a locality that once thrived due to its popular motorcycle racing tradition, which had been discontinued decades earlier because of political interference and internal conflicts.<br />
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Believing that the revival of the Diwanjimoola motorcycle race could restore community spirit and address long standing grievances, Sajan initiates efforts to bring back the event after thirty years. His decision draws opposition from influential local figures, particularly Jithendran, whose past is closely tied to the downfall of the race and unresolved personal rivalries.<br />
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As preparations progress, several individuals with emotional and personal stakes become involved. Vareedh, a rebellious local youth, sees the race as an opportunity for redemption, while Effy Mol emerges as a strong presence influencing the unfolding events. The revival effort brings suppressed tensions to the surface, exposing political manipulation, broken relationships, and social inequality.<br />
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The Diwanjimoola Grand Prix eventually transcends its identity as a sporting event. It becomes a catalyst for reconciliation and reform, uniting different sections of society while reinforcing the importance of integrity, cultural heritage, and responsible governance.<br />
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== Cast ==<br />
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* [[Kunchacko Boban]] as Sajan Joseph IAS<br />
* [[Nyla Usha]] as Effy Mol<br />
* [[Vinayakan]] as Vareedh<br />
* [[Siddique (actor)|Siddique]] as Jithendran<br />
** [[Shaheen Siddique]] as Young Jithendran<br />
* [[Nedumudi Venu]] as Davisettan<br />
* [[Nirmal Palazhi]] as Sivan<br />
* [[Sijoy Varghese]] as Christo<br />
* [[Rahul Rajasekharan]] as Saththan<br />
* [[Ketaki Narayan]] as Peeli Mol<br />
* Rajeev Rajan as Elluminungi<br />
* Jithin Paramel as Para<br />
* Ravi Menon as Alavi<br />
* [[Rajeev Pillai]] as Gunman PP Shibu<br />
* [[Assim Jamal]] as CA Kunjahammad<br />
* Midhun Ramesh as Himself<br />
* Vijayan Peringodu as Narayanan<br />
* [[Manikandan Pattambi]] as Anirudhan<br />
* [[Hareesh Kanaran]] as Ganeshan<br />
* Abraham Koshy as Accomplice<br />
* [[Ashokan (actor)|Ashokan]] as Rishi<br />
* [[Sudheer Karamana]] as Leaf Vasu<br />
* [[Tini Tom]] as Subramanian<br />
* Umar Payyanur as Taxi driver<br />
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== Production ==<br />
Anil Radhakrishnan Menon co wrote the screenplay with Prasanth M. Nair, the former Kozhikode district collector.<ref name="auto"/> Principal photography began on 12 April 2017 in Thrissur, Kerala.<ref>{{cite AV media|last=Mathrubhumi News|title=Diwanji Moola Grand Prix ദിവാന്ജി മൂലയുടെ ചിത്രീകരണം ആരംഭിച്ചു|date=2017-04-12|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHuKeGZE9Yc}}</ref> The film was shot across various locations in Thrissur and parts of Ernakulam.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/news/diwanji-moola-grand-prix-to-shoot-its-bike-racing-portions-in-kochi/articleshow/59285459.cms|title=Diwanji Moola Grand Prix to shoot its bike racing portions in Kochi|work=The Times of India}}</ref><br />
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Several actors were selected through auditions, and the film marked the debut of many cast members.<ref name="auto1"/> A motion poster was released on 18 October 2017, coinciding with Diwali.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/news/kunchacko-bobans-diwanji-moola-grand-prix-motion-poster-features-a-catchy-tune/articleshow/61150302.cms|title=Kunchacko Boban's Diwanji Moola Grand Prix motion poster features a catchy tune|work=The Times of India}}</ref><br />
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== Critical reception ==<br />
Meenakshy Menon of ''Cinema Express'' rated the film 3.5 out of 5 and praised its narrative flow and thematic clarity.<ref>{{cite news|author=Meenakshy Menon|date=5 January 2018|url=http://www.cinemaexpress.com/reviews/malayalam/2018/jan/05/diwanjimoola-grand-prix-a-lot-going-for-it-3925.html|title=Diwanjimoola Grand Prix: Has a lot going for it|work=Cinema Express}}</ref> Sanjith Sasidharan of ''The Times of India'' rated the film 3 out of 5, noting its social commentary and light satirical tone.<ref>{{cite news|author=Sanjith Sasidharan|date=5 January 2018|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movie-reviews/diwanji-moola-grand-prix/movie-review/62379833.cms|title=Diwanji Moola Grand Prix Movie Review|work=The Times of India}}</ref> Filmibeat rated the film 3.5 out of 5, highlighting its performances and humour.<br />
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== Soundtrack ==<br />
The songs and background score were composed by [[Gopi Sunder]]. Lyrics were written by Harinarayanan.<br />
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== References ==<br />
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== External links ==<br />
* {{IMDb title|6774126}}<br />
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[[Category:2018 Indian films]]<br />
[[Category:2018 Malayalam-language films]]<br />
[[Category:Indian sports comedy films]]<br />
[[Category:Films shot in Thrissur]]<br />
[[Category:Films shot in Kochi]]<br />
[[Category:Motorcycle racing films]]</div>Moviemover916