Khalifa opens to poor reviews, may be Prithviraj’s 3rd flop

Prithviraj Sukumaran's latest film Khalifa, directed by Vysakh, released in theatres today and has received below-average responses from audiences and critics. Many viewers say the story is outdated and offers nothing new, and that despite stylish visuals, Jakes Bejoy's music, and some good action blocks, the film is a mediocre attempt with a weak screenplay and a poorly written antagonist played by Neil Nitin Mukesh.

This follows Prithviraj's last two films, Vilayath Buddha and I Nobody, which were also disappointments. Khalifa faced underwhelming pre-release bookings and now, with negative word of mouth, is struggling at the box office. The film's only competitor this Onam weekend is Nivin Pauly's Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, which releases tomorrow and already has decent hype after the success of Premalu, giving it a solid advantage.