1000 Babies Review: A well-crafted crime thriller that keeps viewers glued to their seats, thanks to the performances

1000 Babies Review - A crime thriller with exceptional writing and performances that sets a new standard for Malayalam web series in particular.

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1000 Babies Story - Sarah Ouseph has been hiding a dark secret from the world for years, and her past haunts her every day. When she tells her son Bibin the truth, he becomes very insane. In the meantime, CI Aji Kurian looks into Sarah's confession and the repercussions of her action as part of his inquiry into the death of an actress. What was Sarah's confession, and who is responsible for a string of killings that seemed to be suicides or natural deaths?

1000 Babies Review - In accordance with its genre, Najeem Koya's 1000 Babies showcases the underlying abilities of several performers through a compelling story. The web series certianly enhances the experience of an engrossing crime thriller that will have viewers on the edge of their seats with its captivating plot.

Living in a remote area with her son Bibin, Sarah Ouseph is plagued by her past actions. Despite the mysterious nature of her activities, Bibin is perceived as compassionate and dedicates himself fully to taking care of her. When Sarah makes a startling confession that destroys the mother-son bond, things take a sinister turn. Years later, CI Kurian solves the actress's murder, but he had no idea that the investigation would reveal to him more about Bibin and his mother's revelation, which would endanger countless lives. 

The main focus of the web series is whether Aji will be able to uncover the truth about a string of killings that were initially reported as suicides or natural deaths. It remains to be seen if he can uncover the motive behind these crimes or bring charges against the offender. 

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The creators have successfully incorporated a sufficient number of unsettling elements to keep viewers captivated to their screens. Their anticipation for the next episode is piqued by a plot that has all the compelling components of a good crime thriller. Although it doesn't take the makers long to reveal the culprit, his motivation and method of operation are the intriguing characteristics that set this web series apart from other Malayalam thrillers.

Another interesting aspect is that enough time is utilised to unravel the psychology of the perpetrator rather than using an excessive number of decoys to mislead the audience about the twists. Additionally, the writers did a fantastic job of avoiding the overuse of clichés that are typically employed to depict the mental processes of sociopaths or serial killers.

Performances undoubtedly boost this web series' quality. Rahman plays CI Aji Kurian, a composed yet highly capable investigator, with conviction. It is commendable that the filmmakers made the effort to provide the actor with a role in Malayalam that he has long deserved. Despite having little on screen, Neena Gupta does a fantastic job portraying Sarah's enigmatic aura. Praise should also be given for the adept utilisation of a few Malayalam actors who are underappreciated, such as Sanju Sivaram. The audience is also kept in an ominous mood by Sankar Sharma's music.

Even though the web series appears to be quite long, its story never gets monotonous or diverts viewers' interest for a short period of time. To the astonishment of the audience, the creators leave this season open-ended, implying a possible sequel. By the time the web series ends, one would hope that they would not have to wait too long for the next part.

1000 Babies Verdict - A masterfully written crime thriller that keeps viewers glued to their chairs and raises the bar for the Malayalam web series in particular.

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