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'{{Short description|2023 Malayalam film by Roby Varghese Raj}} {{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}} {{Use Indian English|date=October 2023}} {{Infobox film | name = Kannur Squad | image = Kannur Squad poster.jpeg | caption = Theatrical release poster | director = [[Roby Varghese Raj]] | screenplay = {{Plain list| * Muhammed Shafi * [[Rony David]] }} | story = Muhammed Shafi | producer = [[Mammootty]] | starring = {{Plain list| * [[Mammootty]] * [[Vijayaraghavan]] * [[Kishore (actor, born 1974)|Kishore]] * [[Rony David]] * [[Shabareesh Varma]] * [[Azees Nedumangad]] }} | cinematography = Muhammed Rahil | editing = [[Praveen Prabhakar]] | music = [[Sushin Shyam]] | studio = Mammootty Kampany | distributor = {{Plain list| * [[Wayfarer Films]] {{Small|(India)}} * Truth Global Films {{Small|(Overseas)}} }} | released = {{Film date|df=yes|2023|09|28||ref1=<ref>{{Cite web |date=21 September 2023 |title=Mammootty Kampany's 'Kannur Squad' locks releases date; set to hit theatres this month |url=https://english.mathrubhumi.com/movies-music/news/mammootty-kampany-s-kannur-squad-locks-releases-date-set-to-hit-theatres-this-month-1.8922655 |access-date=21 September 2023 |website=Mathrubhumi |language=en}}</ref>}} | runtime = 161 minutes<ref>{{Cite web |last= |title=Kannur Squad |url=https://www.bbfc.co.uk/release/kannur-squad-q29sbgvjdglvbjpwwc0xmde2mze5 |access-date=28 September 2023 |website=[[British Board of Film Classification]] |language=en}}</ref> | country = India | language = Malayalam | budget = | gross = {{INR}}20 crore<ref>{{Cite news |date=2023-10-01 |title=‘Kannur Squad’ box office collections: Mammootty’s film rakes in more than Rs 20 crores |work=[[The Times of India]] |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/news/kannur-squad-box-office-collections-mammoottys-film-rakes-in-more-than-rs-20-crores/articleshow/104080548.cms |access-date=2023-10-02}}</ref> }} '''''Kannur Squad''''' is a 2023 Indian [[Malayalam]]-language [[crime thriller film]] directed by [[Roby Varghese Raj]] in his directorial debut and written by Muhammed Shafi and [[Rony David Raj]]. The film stars [[Mammootty]], alongside [[Vijayaraghavan]], [[Kishore (actor, born 1974)|Kishore]], Rony David Raj, [[Shabareesh Varma]] and [[Azees Nedumangad]]. It is produced by Mammootty himself under the banner of Mammootty Kampany. The film is based on the real story of a team of police officers who were part of the Kannur Squad, a crime investigation unit formed by the former [[Kannur district|Kannur]] [[Superintendent of police (India)|SP]] S. Sreejith [[Indian Police Service|IPS]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Mammootty’s Kannur Squad to cover two real-life cases in this particular timeline, here’s all we know about the film |url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/mammoottys-kannur-squad-to-cover-two-real-life-cases-in-this-particular-timeline-heres-all-we-know-about-the-film/b6a4f9ca5d853 |access-date=2023-10-01 |website=OTTPlay |language=en}}</ref> The film was officially announced in January 2023 under the tentative title ''Megastar 421'', and the title of the film was announced by Mammootty on {{Date|11 February 2023}} as ''Kannur Squad''. The [[principal photography]] began on {{Date|Dec 27, 2022}}. The filming took place in [[Kannur district|Kannur]], [[Kasaragod district|Kasaragod]], [[Wayanad district|Wayanad]], [[Ernakulam district|Ernakulam]], [[Thiruvananthapuram district|Thiruvananthapuram]], [[Pala, Kerala|Pala]], [[Pune]], [[Mumbai]], [[Uttar Pradesh]], [[Belgaum]], [[Mangalore]] and [[Coimbatore]]. The shooting [[Wrap (filmmaking)|wrapped]] on {{Date|Apr 6, 2023}} in Wayanad. The music is composed by [[Sushin Shyam]], while the cinematography and editing are handled by Muhammed Rahil and [[Praveen Prabhakar]]. ''Kannur Squad'' was released on 28 September 2023 to positive reviews from critics. == Synopsis == [[Assistant sub-inspector of police|ASI]] George Martin and his team consisting of Jose, Jayan and Shafi - known as the ''Kannur Squad'' is assigned to investigate a dacoity and murder at a politician named Abdul Wahab in [[Kasaragod]], where the team sets out to arrest the culprits within a short span of time despite obstacles within and outside the system. == Cast == * [[Mammootty]] as [[Assistant sub-inspector of police|ASI]] George Martin, the investigating officer * [[Rony David]] as [[Civil Police Officer|CPO]] Jayakumar P. Vasu aka Jayan * [[Shabareesh Varma]] as CPO Muhammed Shafi T. A. * [[Azees Nedumangad]] as CPO Jose Skaria * [[Kishore (actor, born 1974)|Kishore]] as [[Superintendent of police (India)|SP]] Manu Needhi Cholan [[Indian Police Service|IPS]] <br/> {{Small|(District Police Chief, Kasargod)}} * [[Vijayaraghavan]] as SP Krishnalal T. K. IPS <br/>{{Small|(District Police Chief, Kannur)}} * [[Shebin Benson]] as Ramzan * Manoj K U as Abdul Wahab * Benzi Mathews as Tony Maliyil [[Inspector General of Police]] * [[Shine Tom Chacko]] as CPO Subhash, Malappuram Special Branch * [[Sunny Wayne]] as Reghu * [[S. P. Sreekumar]] as Shiju * [[Sajin Cherukayil]] as Sreekumar * [[Deepak Parambol]] as Riyas * Gibin Gopinath * Sarath Sabha as Vinod Kollaattu * [[Nalneesh Neel]] * Arjun Radhakrishnan as Ameer == Production == === Development === ''Kannur Squad'' marks the fourth production of Mammootty Kampany, following ''[[Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam]]''.<ref>{{Cite web |date=7 September 2023 |title=Kannur Squad trailer: Mammootty chases dreaded criminals in intriguing thriller |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/malayalam/kannur-squad-trailer-mammootty-chases-dreaded-criminals-in-intriguing-thriller-8929253/ |access-date=7 September 2023 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> It will also be the directorial debut of cinematographer [[Roby Varghese Raj]], who has previously worked in [[Puthiya Niyamam|''Puthiya Niyamam'']] and [[The Great Father|''Great Father'']].<ref>{{Cite news |last=Bureau |first=The Hindu |date=8 September 2023 |title=‘Kannur Squad’ trailer: Mammootty and team go on a nationwide manhunt in this investigative thriller |language=en-IN |work=The Hindu |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/kannur-squad-trailer-mammootty-and-team-go-on-a-nationwide-manhunt-in-this-investigative-thriller/article67284384.ece |access-date=8 September 2023 |issn=0971-751X}}</ref> The film was officially announced in January 2023 under the tentative title ''Megastar 421'', and the title of the film was announced by Mammootty on 11 February 2023 as ''Kannur Squad''.<ref>{{Cite web |date=26 January 2023 |title=Kannur Squad: Mammootty REVEALS the title of Megastar 421; Drops an exciting update |url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/south/kannur-squad-mammootty-reveals-the-title-of-megastar-421-drops-an-exciting-update-1207273 |access-date=8 September 2023 |website=Pinkvilla |language=en}}</ref> Roby Varghese began writing the story during the covid lockdown, and the initial draft resembled a documentary. He went through several changes and refined the script while preserving its core elements. He then approached Mammootty, who was impressed by the script and agreed to produce the film.<ref>{{Cite web |title=‘Kannur Squad’ story: Rejection, 15 rewrites, Mammootty and now a hit! |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/malayalam/2023/sep/30/kannur-squad-story-rejection-15-rewrites-mammootty-now-a-hit-2619414.html |access-date=2023-10-01 |website=The New Indian Express}}</ref> === Filming === The [[principal photography]] of the film began on {{Date|Dec 27, 2022}}.<ref>{{Cite web |date=27 January 2023 |title=Mammootty - Roby Varghese Raj's upcoming film titled 'Kannur Squad' |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/entertainment/regional/malayalam/mammootty-roby-varghese-rajs-upcoming-film-titled-kannur-squad/videoshow/97370562.cms |access-date=7 September 2023 |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite news |date=7 April 2023 |title=It’s a wrap for Mammootty starrer ‘Kannur Squad’ |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/news/its-a-wrap-for-mammootty-starrer-kannur-squad/articleshow/99316840.cms?from=mdr |access-date=7 September 2023 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> Mammootty joined the film set on {{Date|Jan 1, 2023}}.<ref>{{Cite news |date=3 January 2023 |title=Mammootty joins the sets of his next helmed by Roby Varghese Raj |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/news/mammootty-joins-the-sets-of-his-next-helmed-by-roby-varghese-raj/articleshow/96705123.cms?from=mdr |access-date=7 September 2023 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> The filming took place in [[Kannur district|Kannur]], [[Kasaragod district|Kasaragod]], [[Wayanad district|Wayanad]], [[Ernakulam district|Ernakulam]], [[Thiruvananthapuram district|Thiruvananthapuram]], [[Pala, Kerala|Pala]], [[Pune]], [[Mumbai]], [[Uttar Pradesh]], [[Belgaum]], [[Mangalore]] and [[Coimbatore]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Madhu |first=Vignesh |date=7 April 2023 |title=It's a wrap for Mammootty's Kannur Squad |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/malayalam/news/2023/apr/07/its-a-wrap-for-mammoottys-kannur-squad-42039.html |access-date=7 September 2023 |website=The New Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> The second schedule began on {{Date|Feb 14, 2023}} in Pune.<ref>{{Cite web |date=13 February 2023 |title=Mammootty drives to Pune to join the sets of his next movie, see photo |url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/mammootty-drives-to-pune-to-join-the-sets-of-his-next-movie-see-photo/5f8de8934e643 |access-date=7 September 2023 |website=OTTPlay |language=en}}</ref> The Mumbai schedule was completed in the first week of March 2023.<ref>{{Cite news |date=8 March 2023 |title=Mammootty's 'Kannur Squad' Mumbai shooting schedule wraps up; see pic |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/news/mammoottys-kannur-squad-mumbai-shooting-schedule-wraps-up-see-pic/articleshow/98493732.cms?from=mdr |access-date=7 September 2023 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> It was followed by a 10-day schedule in Wayanad.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Madhu |first=Vignesh |date=9 March 2023 |title=Kannur Squad team to head next to Wayanad |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/malayalam/news/2023/mar/09/kannur-squad-team-to-head-next-to-wayanad-40840.html |access-date=7 September 2023 |website=The New Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> After the completion of the Wayanad schedule the team relocated to Kochi for its last schedule shoot at [[Willingdon Island]], Kochi.<ref>{{Cite web |date=22 March 2023 |title=Mammootty's Kannur Squad nears completion |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/malayalam/news/2023/mar/22/mammoottys-kannur-squad-nears-completion-41401.html |access-date=7 September 2023 |website=The New Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> Some portions of the shooting took place at Maharajas College Ernakulam.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Mammootty's Kannur Squad will release earlier than expected; all details here |url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/mammoottys-kannur-squad-will-release-earlier-than-expected-all-details-here/c7a5c8f268401 |access-date=2023-10-01 |website=OTTPlay |language=en}}</ref> The entire filming [[Wrap (filmmaking)|wrapped]] on {{Date|Apr 6, 2023}} after a 91-day schedule in Wayanad.<ref name=":1" /><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/malayalam/news/2023/apr/07/its-a-wrap-for-mammoottys-kannur-squad-42039.html|title=It's a wrap for Mammootty's Kannur Squad|website=Cinema Express}}</ref> == Themes and influences == The film is influenced by the police squad that originated in Kannur and came to be known as the Kannur Squad. The squad is still operational and has a total of nine members. The film focuses on four police officers, played by Mammootty, Rony David Raj, Shabaresh Varma, and Azeez Nedumangad.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-09-28 |title=Is Mammootty-starrer Kannur Squad Based On Real Story? What We Know |url=https://www.news18.com/movies/is-mammootty-starrer-kannur-squad-based-on-real-story-what-we-know-8595779.html |access-date=2023-10-01 |website=News18 |language=en}}</ref> Mammooty plays George Martin, who is an assistant sub-inspector, and Rony David Raj, Shabaresh Varma, and Azeez Nedumangad play the driver and the two police constables. The film depicts actual events that took place between 2007 and 2013. Writers Rony and Muhammed Shafi contacted the officers of the Kannur Squad in 2018. During their conversations, the officers shared details on different cases they had looked into and investigated. The writers were particularly interested in one case that caught their attention.<ref>{{Cite web |title=When the real ‘Kannur Squad’ turned up to watch the Mammootty-starrer |url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/when-the-real-kannur-squad-turned-up-to-watch-the-mammootty-starrer/c4af6f7693745 |access-date=2023-10-01 |website=OTTPlay |language=en}}</ref> == Music == The songs and background score are composed by [[Sushin Shyam]], while the lyrics are written by [[Vinayak Sasikumar]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Features |first=CE |date=6 September 2023 |title=Mammootty's Kannur Squad trailer release date out |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/malayalam/news/2023/sep/06/mammottys-kannur-squad-trailer-release-date-out-47370.html |access-date=7 September 2023 |website=The New Indian Express |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Daily |first=Keralakaumudi |date=21 September 2023 |title=Mammootty announces 'Kannur Squad' worldwide release date |url=https://keralakaumudi.com/en/news/news.php?id=1153689 |access-date=28 September 2023 |website=Keralakaumudi Daily |language=en}}</ref> The first song titled "Mrudhu Bhaave Dhruda Kruthye" was released on {{Date|Sep 27, 2023}}.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Features |first=CE |date=27 September 2023 |title=Mrudhu Bhaave Dhruda Kruthye song from Kannur Squad is out |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/malayalam/news/2023/sep/27/mrudhu-bhaave-dhruda-kruthye-song-from-kannur-squad-is-out-48082.html |access-date=28 September 2023 |website=The New Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> {{Track listing | headline = Track listing | extra_column = Singer(s) | title1 = Mrudhu Bhaave Dhruda Kruthye | length1 = 5:33 | extra1 = Sushin Shyam }} == Release == === Theatrical === ''Kannur Squad'' was censored with a U/A certificate by the [[Central Board of Film Certification|Censor Board]] prior to its release.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Bureau |first=The Hindu |date=21 September 2023 |title=Mammootty’s ‘Kannur Squad’ gets a release date |language=en-IN |work=The Hindu |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/mammoottys-kannur-squad-gets-a-release-date/article67330028.ece |access-date=21 September 2023 |issn=0971-751X}}</ref> The film was released in theatres on {{Date|Sep 28, 2023}}.<ref>{{Cite news |date=21 September 2023 |title=Mammootty's 'Kannur Squad' censored with a U/A; the film to release on September 28 |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/news/mammoottys-kannur-squad-censored-with-u/a-the-film-to-release-on-september-28/articleshow/103828712.cms?from=mdr |access-date=21 September 2023 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> It was distributed in [[Kerala]] by [[Wayfarer Films]] and the overseas distribution was done by Truth Global Films.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Bureau |first=The Hindu |date=27 September 2023 |title=Mammootty-Roby Varghese Raj’s film titled ‘Kannur Squad’ |language=en-IN |work=The Hindu |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/mammootty-roby-varghese-rajs-film-titled-kannur-squad/article66559280.ece |access-date=29 September 2023 |issn=0971-751X}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Kannur Squad {{!}} കണ്ണൂർ സ്ക്വാഡ് - Mallu Release {{!}} Watch Malayalam Full Movies |url=https://www.mallurelease.com/2023/02/kannur-squad.html |access-date=8 September 2023 |website=Mallu Release |language=english}}</ref> It was screened in more than 130 theatres in [[Gulf Cooperation Council|GCC]] countries.<ref>{{Cite web |last=ലേഖകൻ |first=മാധ്യമം |date=28 September 2023 |title=പ്രമോഷൻ നടത്തിയാലും നിലവാരമില്ലെങ്കിൽ സിനിമ പരാജയപ്പെടും -മമ്മൂട്ടി {{!}} Madhyamam |url=https://www.madhyamam.com/entertainment/movie-news/mammootty-kannur-squad-press-meet-at-dubai-1208307 |access-date=28 September 2023 |website=Madhyamam |language=ml}}</ref> The film was released in 160 theatres in Kerala on the first day and was screened in over 250 theatres on the second day.<ref>{{Cite web |date=29 September 2023 |title=എങ്ങും മികച്ച പ്രതികരണം; മമ്മൂട്ടി ചിത്രം കണ്ണൂർ സ്‌ക്വാഡ് 160-ൽ നിന്ന് 250-ൽ പരം തിയേറ്ററുകളിലേക്ക് |url=https://www.mathrubhumi.com/amp/movies-music/news/mammootty-movie-kannur-squad-added-extra-shows-1.8945201 |access-date=29 September 2023 |website=Mathrubhumi}}</ref> == Reception == === Critical reception === S. R. Praveen of ''[[The Hindu]]'' wrote "Despite letting Mammootty indulge in a bit of fan service, director Roby Varghese Raj ensures that the film sticks to the police procedural sans any glamour for the most part."<ref>{{Cite news |last=Praveen |first=S. R. |date=28 September 2023 |title=‘Kannur Squad’ movie review: Mammootty stars in an effective procedural drama, that works despite its generic elements |language=en-IN |work=The Hindu |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/kannur-squad-movie-review-mammootty-stars-in-an-effective-procedural-drama-that-works-despite-its-generic-elements/article67356784.ece |access-date=28 September 2023 |issn=0971-751X}}</ref> Anna Mathews of ''[[The Times of India]]'' gave 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "On the downside, there are some gory moments that could have been avoided. Muhammed Rahil's cinematography is excellent; wonderfully capturing dramatic moments in small spaces and the grandeur of landscapes. For this alone, the film is worth catching in cinemas."<ref>{{Cite news |last=Mathews |first=Anna |date=28 September 2023 |title=Kannur Squad Movie Review : Mammootty's police drama gets exciting in second half |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movie-reviews/kannur-squad/movie-review/104015423.cms?from=mdr |access-date=28 September 2023 |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> Sarath Ramesh Kuniyl of ''[[The Week (Indian magazine)|The Week]]'' gave 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote "''Kannur Squad'' is mind-boggling. It is through such films a layman understands the struggles of the police to crack a case. Not every mission is a success, but they have to stay firm."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Ramesh Kuniyl |first=Sarath |date=28 September 2023 |title='Kannur Squad' review: This Mammootty-starrer is a blend of both worlds |url=https://www.theweek.in/review/movies/2023/09/28/kannur-squad-review-this-mammootty-starrer-is-a-blend-of-both-worlds.html |access-date=28 September 2023 |website=The Week |language=en}}</ref> Anandu Suresh of ''[[The Indian Express]]'' gave 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "Roby Varghese Raj's ''Kannur Squad'', starring Mammootty in the lead role, is undoubtedly a solid police procedural that unfolds at a measured tempo, avoiding excessive dramatisation. However, its notable resemblances to earlier films within the same genre prevent it from being truly fresh."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Suresh |first=Anandu |date=28 September 2023 |title=Kannur Squad movie review: Mammootty-starrer police procedural is solid, yet lacks freshness |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/movie-review/kannur-squad-movie-review-rating-roby-varghese-raj-mammootty-police-procedural-solid-yet-lacks-freshness-8959935/ |access-date=28 September 2023 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> Sanjith Sidhardhan of ''[[OTTPlay]]'' gave 4 out of 5 stars and wrote "All departments fire in equal measure in making Mammootty's police procedural a gripping theatrical watch. ''Kannur Squad'' also serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by duty-bound police officers, while keeping the audience hooked to the engaging narrative as a team of four cops chase four elusive criminals across the country."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Sidhardhan |first=Sanjith |date=28 September 2023 |title=Kannur Squad review: Mammootty stars in this taut and engaging police procedural |url=https://www.ottplay.com/review/kannur-squad-movie-review-mammoottys-police-procedural-is-an-engaging-expertly-crafted-crime-drama/18b19b7fdf981 |access-date=28 September 2023 |website=OTTPlay |language=en}}</ref> Princy Alexander of ''[[Onmanorama]]'' wrote "Despite no major twists, the performances of all the actors and the action-oriented sequences in the second half of the movie, make '''Kannur Squad''<nowiki/>' engaging."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Alexander |first=Princy |date=28 September 2023 |title=Review {{!}} Mammootty's 'Kannur Squad' doesn't vie to be experimental, but it's engaging |url=https://www.onmanorama.com/entertainment/movie-reviews/2023/09/28/mammootty-film-kannur-squad-movie-review-performances-roby-varghese.html |access-date=28 September 2023 |website=OnManorama}}</ref> Sajin Shrijith of ''[[The New Indian Express]]'' gave 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote "The most stimulating aspect of the script is how it explores the manner in which its characters handle strong emotions."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shrijith |first=Sajin |date=29 September 2023 |title='Kannur Squad' movie review: Mammootty takes charge efficiently, successfully |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/review/2023/sep/29/kannur-squad-movie-review-mammootty-takes-charge-efficiently-successfully-2619118.html |access-date=29 September 2023 |website=The New Indian Express}}</ref> Cris of ''[[The News Minute]]'' gave 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "Roby Varghese Raj, the director, gives a few cinematic strokes, minimal and essential to the real story of a police squad in Kerala, played by Mammootty and his team of three men."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Cris |date=28 September 2023 |title=Kannur Squad review: Mammootty’s thriller treads between heroic and grounded |url=https://www.thenewsminute.com/kerala/kannur-squad-review-mammoottys-thriller-treads-between-heroic-and-grounded |access-date=28 September 2023 |website=The News Minute |language=en}}</ref> Vishal Menon of ''[[Film Companion]]'' wrote "When aided by a strong support cast and one seriously menacing villain, ''Kannur Squad'' develops into a meticulously detailed procedural that is clever enough to go all guns blazing for its superstar when needed."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Menon |first=Vishal |date=28 September 2023 |title=Kannur Squad Review: A Meticulous Procedural Explodes Into A Fun, Balls Out Mass Movie |url=https://www.filmcompanion.in/reviews/malayalam-review/kannur-squad-review-a-meticulous-procedural-explodes-into-a-fun-balls-out-mass-movie-mammootty-roby-varghese-raj-kishore |access-date=28 September 2023 |website=Film Companion |language=en}}</ref> == References == {{Reflist}} == External links == * {{IMDb title|id=tt25274786|title=Kannur Squad}} * {{Rotten Tomatoes|kannur_squad}} [[Category:2020s Malayalam-language films]] [[Category:2023 directorial debut films]] [[Category:2023 films]] [[Category:Indian crime action films]] [[Category:Films scored by Sushin Shyam]] [[Category:Films shot in Mumbai]] [[Category:Films shot in Uttar Pradesh]] [[Category:Films shot in Coimbatore]] [[Category:Films shot in Kasaragod]] [[Category:Films shot in Kannur]] [[Category:Films shot in Ernakulam]] [[Category:Films shot in Thiruvananthapuram]]'