Solo (2017)
A bold Malayalam anthology thriller in which Dulquer Salmaan portrays four men bound by love, fate, and the four classical elements.
Solo - Movie Information
- Original Title: സോളോ
- Release Year: 2017
- Directed by: Bejoy Nambiar
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Romance, Thriller
- Runtime: 2h 34m
- Original Language: Malayalam
- Spoken Languages: Malayalam, Tamil
- Release Date (Theatrical): October 5, 2017 (India - U)
- Alternative Titles: Solo tamil (IN)
- Production Companies: Refex Entertainment, Getaway Films Private Limited, Abaam Movies
- Production Countries: India
Solo - Plot
An experimental romantic thriller, Solo is the story of four different men, their love, rage and afterlife. Through four elements - water, air, fire and earth, they also represent different facets of Lord Siva.
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Solo - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Bejoy Nambiar
Main Cast
- Dulquer Salmaan
- Sai Dhanshika
- Sruthi Hariharan
- Neha Sharma
- Deepti Sati
- Anson Paul
- Nassar
- Suhasini Maniratnam
- Dino Morea
- Sujata Sehgal
Writers
- Bejoy Nambiar
- Sreedevi Krishnan
- Anjali Nair
Producers
- Abraham Mathew
- Bejoy Nambiar
Solo - FAQs
What is Solo (2017) about?
Solo is an experimental anthology romantic thriller that tells the stories of four different men — Shekhar, Trilok, Rudra, and Siva — each representing one of the four classical elements: water, air, fire, and earth. All four are played by Dulquer Salmaan and embody different facets of Lord Shiva, exploring themes of love, rage, and the afterlife.
Does Dulquer Salmaan play multiple characters in Solo?
Yes — Dulquer Salmaan takes on four distinct roles in Solo: Shekhar, Trilok, Rudra, and Siva. Each character is tied to one of the four classical elements and represents a different emotional and spiritual dimension, making it a showcase of his range as an actor across one ambitious film.
Where can you watch Solo (2017)?
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Is Solo connected to Hindu mythology?
Very much so. Each of the four stories in Solo is linked to a different aspect of Lord Shiva, one of Hinduism's principal deities. The four elements — water, air, fire, and earth — serve as both narrative frameworks and spiritual metaphors, giving the film a rich mythological underpinning beneath its thriller exterior.
Who directed Solo and what is his style?
Solo was directed by Bejoy Nambiar, known for his visually bold and genre-blending approach. He previously helmed films like Shaitan (2011) and Wazir (2016). In Solo, he brings his signature stylized aesthetic to an anthology format, weaving together four tonally distinct stories under one cinematic vision.
Who are the main cast members in Solo?
Dulquer Salmaan leads the film in four separate roles, supported by a strong ensemble: Sai Dhanshika, Sruthi Hariharan, Neha Sharma, Deepti Sati, Anson Paul, Nassar, Suhasini Maniratnam, Dino Morea, and Sujata Sehgal each appear across the film's four interconnected segments.
Is Solo a bilingual film?
Yes, Solo was released as a bilingual production in both Malayalam and Tamil simultaneously. This made it one of the notable bilingual releases from South Indian cinema in 2017, allowing the film to reach audiences across two major language markets at the same time.
How long is Solo (2017)?
Solo runs for 2 hours and 34 minutes — a substantial runtime that reflects its anthology structure. With four distinct stories to tell, the film takes its time developing each segment's characters, emotional arcs, and visual identity, making the length feel purposeful rather than excessive.
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