Sarvam Maya X Review: Fans Term Film Nivin Pauly's 'Comeback', Call It A 'Perfect Family Entertainer'

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Maya, Nivin Pauly's latest Malayalam comedy-drama with supernatural elements has released in cinemas on December 25, 2025. Written and directed by Akhil Sathyan, the film also stars Aju Varghese, Janardhanan, and Preity Mukhundhan in key roles. Fans are hailing the Akhil Sathyan directorial as the big comeback of Nivin Pauly, who has not had a solo hit over the last few years. Some members of the audience are also hailing it as a perfect family entertainer, which hit screens during the festive season of Christmas.

Sarvam Maya X Review: Nivin Pauly's 'Comeback' Gets Positive Response From Fans

Social media users are thrilled to see Nivin Pauly do what he loves best - essay a charming role in feel-good films. They are heaping praise on him choosing to pick him comfort zone. Some are giving thumbs up to “Nivin-Aju Rocked” combo.

One netizen wrote "A perfect family entertainer with an ample dose of feel-good moments, comedy, and emotional elements. #NivinPauly is back in a role where audiences love to see him. The technical aspects are spot on for the genre, and the music and background score suit the mood of the film perfectly." The tweet further said the film is a 'sure winner "A film clearly targeted at family audiences for this festival season. A sure winner."

Another user said the film is predictable but still offers a feel good experience "A humorous and heartwarming entertainer from #AkhilSathyan that has a refreshing #NivinPauly and promising #RiyaShibu. The comic episodes work really well and the cast performances are neat. The emotional drama comes very lately in the film, felt a bit rushed towards the climax. There is nothing much with respect to the storyline but overall, the film promises a pleasant experience."

One user said Riya Shibu's scenes with Nivin Pauly are a treat to watch "I would still rate Pachuvum Albutha vilakkum as Akhil's best work so far but #SarvamMaya is a neatly done feel good film too with many scenes that brings a smile on you and that makes you laugh. Nivin is back big time lifting a lot of scenes with his sheer comic timing. Whereas the big surprise package of the film is Riya Shibu whose scenes together with Nivin is a treat to watch."

A X user said the film may be a bit slow, but it still delivers "An Average First Half Followed By a Good Second Half. First Half Were Little Slow But Matched in Second Half. @riyashibu_ Is The Back Bone of The Film. Loved Her Debut Performance. #NivinPauly Back after in a Good Role with His Charm."

A user said it is fun horror comedy "A smooth and delightful horror-rom-com. Simple storytelling, neat characters - especially the ghost & Aju - Nivin combo as usual,"