Ente Mohakkadalil by Saleem Kodathoor

Ente Mohakkadalil works because it does not try to do too much — it finds one feeling and holds it perfectly. What makes Ente Mohakkadalil musically distinctive is the composition by Saleem S, which balances simplicity with depth.

Saleem Kodathoor brings a warmth to Ente Mohakkadalil that no production choice could manufacture — it has to be felt, and here it is. The song is tied to a talented ensemble cast, whose presence gives Ente Mohakkadalil a visual dimension that fans of the film will always associate with it.

2020 was a strong year for Malayalam music, and Ente Mohakkadalil was among the reasons why. There is no right time to listen to Ente Mohakkadalil. There is only the moment you press play and realise it was the right choice.

Running to 5:01, the song is exactly as long as it needs to be, which is the hardest length for a songwriter to find. This is music that holds up — not because it is perfect, but because it is honest, and honesty in a song is irreplaceable.