(2013), analyzing how these portrayals challenge or adhere to existing masculine identities. "Decoding Hegemonic Masculinity and Patriarchal Family" : Published on ResearchGate , this article uses a close reading of Kumbalangi Nights
: Filmmakers like Adoor Gopalakrishnan , G. Aravindan , Padmarajan , and Bharathan brought national and international acclaim to Kerala. (2013), analyzing how these portrayals challenge or adhere