After earning massive praise from fans and critics, the Malayali survival drama Aadujeevitham- The Goat Life was released on Netflix on July 19, 2024. Aadujeevitham is also known as The Goat Life. Aadujeevitham is a survival drama film, written and directed by filmmaker Blessy. The film is based on the 2008 Malayalam best-selling novel Aadujeevitham authored by Benyamin, which itself is based on the real-life story of a Malayalee immigrant laborer Najeeb. Talking about Aadujeevitham's character guide, the movie features Prithviraj Sukumaran, Amala Paul, KR Gokul, Hollywood actor Jimmy Jean-Louis, and Arab actors Talib al Balushi and Rikaby in pivotal roles. Since you have landed on this page, True Scoop News assumes that you have already watched Aadujeevitham on Netflix or are mulling to watch and have multiple questions in mind. Especially, who is real-life Najeeb Muhammad and where is he now. Below is all about Aadujeevitham Thr Goat Life True Story-
Who is the real-life Najeeb Muhammad shown in Aadujeevitham?
Based on the 2008 Malayalam best-selling novel authored by Benyamin, Aadujeevitham is a true story based on a Malayali immigrant labourer named Najeeb Muhammad who is forced into slavery as a goatherd on a remote farm in Saudi Arabia. Actor Prithviraj plays the character of Najeeb Muhammad.
Real-life Najeeb Muhammad was a labourer from Aarattupuzha village in Haripad. Najeeb was struggling to earn his bread and therefore in 1993 for better opportunities, he moved to the Middle East for work. Najeeb was introduced to an agent in Mumbai. Najeeb was assured a position as a salesperson at a Saudi Arabian supermarket, only to discover it was a blatant lie. For two years, Najeeb was trapped in the desert where there was no human contact. His job was to herd 700 goats for his boss. During the work, Najeeb was constantly watched by his boss via binoculars.
Najeeb finally escaped from the Saudi Arabian desert after almost three years when his boss left for a wedding. During his journey, he encountered another Malayali who assisted him in seeking help from the authorities and facilitated his deportation.
Where is Najeeb Muhammad now?
As per Express, Najeeb now leads a rather peaceful life after enduring the horrors of kidnapping and spending over three years enslaved in the deserts of Saudi Arabia. He lives in India. Real-life Najeeb was quoted by a news portal saying, "I spent most of the scenes in tears, and at times, it was too painful to watch. I’ve received numerous messages from people saying they’ve booked their tickets and are eager to see the film. My infant grandson passed away last week. Despite the family emergency, they encouraged me to attend. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have considered it. My only wish is for the film’s success and for everyone to see it."