Detective Ujjwalan Twitter Review: Top 11 Tweets to Check Out Before Catching Dhyan Sreenivasan’s Film

Dhyan Sreenivasan's latest Malayalam thriller, Detective Ujjwalan, hit the big screens today, May 23. Despite sharing its release date with Tovino Thomas' Narivetta, the film has managed to carve its own space, drawing positive reactions from audiences across the Malayalam-speaking regions.

From the early hours of the day, moviegoers have been lining up at theaters for the much-awaited first day, first show. If you're considering watching it, here’s what netizens are saying on Twitter.

What Are Viewers Saying About Detective Ujjwalan?

Social media is abuzz with praise for Dhyan Sreenivasan’s performance and the film’s tightly-knit storyline. Many viewers are calling Detective Ujjwalan a strong comeback for the actor, highlighting the suspense-driven narrative and a climax that left audiences stunned—some even called it “spine-chilling.”

The film’s technical finesse hasn't gone unnoticed either. Fans applauded the sharp editing and gripping background score that amped up the tension. The direction, too, earned kudos for delivering both emotional depth and thrilling moments, striking a compelling balance.

While the first half ends on a high-tension note, a few viewers felt that a touch of humour could’ve helped balance the mood. Still, performances across the board were deemed impressive. Dhyan’s portrayal of the titular detective has been called one of his best in recent years.

Many viewers also raved about the film’s unpredictable twists, recommending that it’s best enjoyed without any preconceived expectations. If you're a fan of edge-of-the-seat thrillers, Detective Ujjwalan just might be your pick this weekend.

Twitter Reacts

> “Dhyan Sreenivasan is back with a bang! #DetectiveUjjwalan delivers one of the best crime thrillers in Malayalam cinema. That climax? Goosebumps. Stellar editing, gripping BGM & a rock-solid script. Direction deserves a standing ovation,” reads a popular review on X (formerly Twitter).

Scroll down to read more Twitter reactions below.

1. ST:- #Detectiveujwalan 🕵️🎬

I was planning to watch #Narivetta first, but the reason I'm watching this first is because of the #FDFS show on a good screen. I hope it will be a good comedy, investigation, thriller #WeekendCinematicUniverse 🤞🤍

2. ഫസ്റ്റ് ഹാഫ് കഴിഞ്ഞു കിടിലൻ പടം

ധ്യാൻ 2.0 ശരിക്കും ഞെട്ടിച്ചു

ത്രില്ലർ മൂഡ് ആദ്യം മുതൽ ഇപ്പൊ വരെ നന്നായി കൊണ്ടുവന്നിട്ടുണ്ട്

സെക്കന്റ്‌ ഹാഫ് കണ്ട് കഴിഞ്ഞു ബാക്കി പറയാം

#Detective ഉജ്ജ്വലൻ 👏👏 #Detectiveujwalan

3. #DetectiveUjjwalan : First Half

• First half concludes on a thrilling mood.

• Should have added more comedies.

• Dhyan and the rest of the cast deliver neat perfo.

•Technically sound, with the background score standing out.

4. #DetectiveUjjwalan

Good To Above Average Movie...

Same Template Serial Killier plot With Predictable Ending ❤️

Decent One....

5. ഒന്നും കാണാതെ weekend blockbusters ഒരു ധ്യാൻ പടത്തിന് പൈസ ഇറക്കില്ല എന്ന് ഉറപ്പായിരുന്നു🔥

കൊച്ചിയിലെ premier shows ന്

ശേഷം ഉജ്വലന് positive reviews ആണ് വരുന്നത് മൊത്തം.VS ന് ശേഷം ധ്യാനിൻ്റെ കിടിലൻ performance ഇതിലായിരിക്കും ☝🏻

#DetectiveUjjwalan

#DhyanSreenivasan

6. As usual, This will another Oppenheimer 💣 From Dhyan 😌🙌

Producerde peru kandu Hype kayattunna ellavarum Nale ath Nirthikkollum 👍

ഇത് കര വേറേയ മക്കളേ 😎🤏

#DetectiveUjjwalan

7. 📽️ Detective Ujjwalan: Preview Show Reaction!

Dhyan Sreenivasan is back—and how! 🔥

This one’s a masterclass in crime-thriller storytelling.

🎬 That climax? PURE GOOSEBUMPS.

💥 Power-packed editing

🎼 Gripping BGM

📝 Rock - Solid Script

🎯 And the direction 👏

🎟️ Don’t miss this

8. #Oppenheimer 2.0

#DetectiveUjjwalan 🤙🔥

9. #DetectiveUjjwalan

Good First Half✨

#DhyanSreenivasan

10. At last He is Back With Banger. Superb First & Very Good Second Half which Hooked Well.

#DhyanSreenivasan & Other Cast Perfo We're So Good. Never Expected Such a Placement of That Plot 🙌🏻🔥

Final Word, Expect The Unexpect & Watch It With a Free Mind.

#DetectiveUjjwalan 👌🏻⭐

About the Film

Set in the village of Plaachikkaavu, Detective Ujjwalan follows a local sleuth as he takes on a cunning adversary in a high-stakes game of wit and survival. With danger lurking at every turn, his investigative skills are put to the ultimate test.

The film stars Dhyan Sreenivasan in the lead, alongside Siju Wilson, Kottayam Nazeer, Rony David Raj, and others in key roles.