Halal Love Story

Halal Love Story

Year: 2020

Runtime: 116 mins

Language: Malayalam

Director: Zakariya Mohammed

Echo Score: 73
Comedy

A group of friends attempts to make a ‘halal’ film that conforms to the guidelines and descriptions of an Islamic organization which they are a part of.

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1

Rahim decides to make a Halal film

A member of a Muslim religious organization, Rahim resolves to create a Halal film because the group regards most cinema as Haram. He commits to this project and starts seeking collaborators within his circle. The goal is to prove a respectful, permissible alternative to mainstream films.

2

Rahim meets Shereef, a street play actor

Rahim encounters Shereef, an active street theater performer known for participating in protests. They discuss the idea of a Halal film and how it might be received by the community. The meeting sets the duo on the path to finding a script and cast.

3

Thoufeeq asked to write the script

To bring the project to life, they bring Thoufeeq on board to write the script. He later suggests that given practical constraints, a one-hour telefilm would be more feasible than a full-length feature. The crew agrees to adapt the plan accordingly.

4

Organization nod and Siraj appointed director

The religious organization gives their blessing to a Halal movie, and Siraj is chosen to direct the project. Thoufeeq describes Siraj as mainstream, noting his flaws like drinking and not strictly adhering to religious rules. This perceived accessibility makes him an appealing choice for the project.

5

Real husband-and-wife lead is sought

Casting begins with the constraint that the lead pair must be a real husband and wife to avoid non-marital romances. Suhra, the wife of Shereef, is selected as the heroine while Shereef is chosen as the hero. The decision reinforces the film's aim to reflect authentic relationships.

6

Shooting begins but stalls due to amateurish acting

As filming commences, the performances turn out immature and clumsy, causing an abrupt halt to production. The team has to pause and reassess how to achieve convincing performances. The halt exposes the need for training and better direction.

7

Haseena arrives to train the cast

Haseena, a casting director, steps in and provides basic acting coaching to the aspiring actors. During a training session, Suhra reveals a lie Shereef had told about her father when he died, which makes Shereef defensive. The moment deepens tensions but also accelerates character development.

8

Only six cast and crew selected

By the end of the training, only six people, including Suhra, are chosen for the film, because the project requires a real couple. This tight casting ensures the film stays authentic to its Halal vision. Shereef remains part of the project due to the real-spouse requirement.

9

Siraj detects problems between leads and rewrites

Siraj senses something off in the relationship between Suhra and Shereef and pushes to rewrite the script to fix the rift. He aims to reconcile the couple within the story to keep filming on track. The rewrite creates a tension-filled but purposeful shift in the narrative.

10

Siraj plans a climactic reconciliation scene

To resolve the tension, Siraj proposes an additional climax shot that would show Suhra and Shereef embracing. Thoufeeq opposes this, fearing it may violate the Halal standard by depicting romance in a forgiving, intimate moment. The disagreement intensifies the production drama.

11

Cinematographer proposes a halal-climax solution

The cinematographer suggests a workaround that could deliver the emotional payoff without breaking Halal guidelines. The plan proceeds to shoot a climactic hug while ensuring it's framed within acceptable boundaries. Thoufeeq ultimately interrupts the scene, insisting to halt the shoot, claiming a Halal cut has already been achieved.

12

Final scene: Rahim’s family prays as the film airs

With the tensions resolved, the film wraps up as Rahim and his family perform Salah while the movie plays on a television screen. The moment signals acceptance of the project within the community and the completion of the Halal film. The film ends on a peaceful, faith-centered note.

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 13:06

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