Avan (2010 film)

Avan is a 2010 Indian Malayalam-language film directed by Nandan Kavil. Written by Sumod-Gopu, the film stars Bala, Vijay Yesudas and Muktha George. This film marks the debut film of the popular South Indian playback singer Vijay Yesudas as an actor.

Plot
Ramanujan is an established singer. The reality show named Crime And Music forms the backdrop of the story. The specialty of this reality show is that it features a number of convicts taking part in the competition. Krishnan is a goon who is a convict now and is also taking part in this competition. He develops a special relationship with Ramanujan, which leads to many unexpected twists in their lives.

Production
Due to the film's promotions, Vijay Yesudas was mistaken to be the hero of the film.

Reception
Veeyen of Nowrunning opined that "At the end of it, Avan is a bit overwrought and wholly fails to move you. There is nothing intriguing in it that would send your pulses racing. The excitement is minimal and so is its emotional depth".