Vishnu Vishal’s psycho thriller Aaryan, directed by Praveen K, released in theatres yesterday and is drawing mixed responses from audiences and Trollers alike. Many are debating whether it’s an original story or inspired by another popular series.
After watching Aaryan, several viewers on social media claim the film feels like a remake of the Malayalam television series Menaka. The similarity between the two stories has raised many questions among fans online.
The doubt deepened when viewers noticed that Aaryan’s plot closely matches Menaka. Adding to the surprise, both projects share the same director, Praveen K, which made the comparisons even stronger.
Some people even pointed out that the title font of Aaryan resembles Menaka. They believe the makers should have clearly mentioned its connection instead of promoting it as a completely original story.
Menaka aired from 2019 to 2022 and remains a much-loved Malayalam series. Many still consider it one of the finest shows made for television in recent years for its strong performances and storytelling.
Even though Aaryan appears to adapt Menaka, it has earned mixed reviews. Viewers say it feels like an average crime thriller with pacing issues and a screenplay that fails to engage throughout.
There has been no official statement confirming Aaryan as a remake of Menaka. So far, these remain only social media discussions without any verified clarification from the film’s team.
Because of its mixed reception, Aaryan is performing moderately at the box office. You’ll have to wait and see if it can cross its breakeven mark and find success in the coming days.
