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Malayalam film industry is buzzing with excitement as Meera Jasmine and Narain are teaming up for a new movie titled Queen Elizabeth. The film, which is directed by M Padmakumar of Joseph and Mamangam fame, is a light-hearted urban rom-com with a satirical twist.

Meera Jasmine, who made a successful comeback with the 2022 film Makal, will be playing the titular role of Queen Elizabeth, while Narain will be seen as her husband Alex. The pair, who have delivered some memorable performances in films like Achuvinte Amma, Ore Kadal and Minnaminnikoottam, will be portraying a middle-aged couple in this film.

Queen Elizabeth Pooja Video

The first look poster of Queen Elizabeth was released recently, showing Meera Jasmine in a chic and trendy look. The poster also announced that the film will be releasing in 2023. The film’s pooja and switch-on ceremony took place in Kochi on Monday with the presence of...

Prithviraj Sukumaran looks back on his second film. ‘Bro Daddy’, which was released a year ago. The film is a family entertainer that holds the audience’s attention throughout. Directed by Prithviraj, the comedy-drama stars Mohanlal, Unni Mukundan, Meena, Kalyani Priyadarshan, Lalu Alex, Kaniha, Soubin Shahir and Mallika Sukumaran in prominent parts.

The movie is about two close friends, John and Kurian, who want to get their children married to each other so as to be able to prolong their friendship. They are, however, unaware of the lives their children lead in the city and there lies the catch.

Prithviraj’s distinctive persona and impeccable comic timing come through in this southern favourite.

Describing his experience, Prithviraj said:”I wanted to be the director of ‘Bro Daddy’ because it is as different from ‘Lucifer”as a movie can possibly be.”

Continuing on how ‘Bro Daddy’ was different, Prithviran said: “It...

ReviewActors are spilled across the narrative, but instead of adding to the frolic like in Alphonse’s previous films, in ‘Gold’ it is mostly just chaos.CrisImagine that tin game most of us played as kids – many names written in small chits of paper dropped inside a tin that is then shaken vigourously. After 160-plus minutes of Alphonse Puthren’s Malayalam comedy Gold, the head feels somewhat like that tin. I am still pulling out names from it, and I have managed to recall 30 so far. Star-studded is not the right word for Gold. The film has actors spilled all across the script and just as soon as you catch up with one name, the person is nowhere to be seen. It is of course Alphonse, a filmmaker known for penning long scripts and being generous with the cast. But in his two previous much-adored ventures if it added to the fun and frolic,...

MollywoodThe film is helmed by ‘Premam’ fame Alphonse Puthren. Tnm StaffTwitter/ Prithviraj SukumaranAlphonse Puthren’s upcoming film Gold featuring Nayanthara and Prithviraj Sukumaran, is gearing up for release. The director announced on social media that the film will be released during the festival of Onam, which will start on August 30 and end on September 8. Sharing the update, Alphonse Puthren wrote, “Gold is melting this Onam.” Earlier, the first look poster of the film was unveiled on June 6. Prithviraj is seen speaking to someone on the phone, while Nayanthara sports a surprised look. The vibrant poster also features other characters in the borders of the image. Sharing the poster, Prithviraj had tweeted, "#Gold An #AlphonsePuthren Film! @puthrenalphonse @PrithvirajProd @magicframes2011 (sic)." Bankrolled by Supriya Menon and Listin Stephen, the cast of Gold also includes actors Ajmal Ameer, Krishna Sankar, Shabareesh Varma, Chemban Vinod Jose, Vinay Forrt, Roshan Mathew, Mallika Sukumaran, Deepti Sati,...

ReviewNivin Pauly-Asif Ali starrer can be viewed as a political commentary. Unfortunately, the film does not make it easy for the viewer to analyse that politics.Lakshmi PriyaImage credit: YouTube/ 123MusixMahaveera Ugrasena Maharajavu Thirumanassu, a mighty 18th century king with a penchant for women, is in an unfortunate predicament. He is unable to get sleep, look after royal affairs, or focus on anything significant for that matter, all because of a perpetual hiccup affliction — one that not even the best of the best medical practitioners across his kingdom are able to get rid of. Hence, the king (Lal) sends out his trusted prime minister Veerabhadran (Asif Ali) on a mission: to find him a woman of poetic beauty, who he thinks can help him get a good sleep. This is the point in time from which Mahaveeryar — the latest among director Abrid Shine’s series of collaborations with actor...

Mollywood‘Gold’ marks ‘Premam’ filmmaker Alphonse Puthren’s next directorial venture after 2015. Tnm StaffTwitter/ Prithviraj SukumaranThe first look poster of upcoming Malayalam film Gold, which stars actors Nayanthara and Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead, was unveiled on June 6. Billed as an action comedy flick, Gold is directed, written, and also edited by Premam fame director Alphonse Puthren. In the poster, Prithviraj is seen speaking to someone on the phone, while Nayanthara sports a surprised look. The colourful and quirky poster features other characters in the borders of the image. Sharing the poster, Prithviraj wrote, "#Gold An #AlphonsPuthran Film! @puthrenalphonse @PrithvirajProd @magicframes2011 (sic)." Bankrolled by Supriya Menon and Listin Stephen, the star-studded supporting cast of Gold includes actors Ajmal Ameer, Krishna Sankar, Shabareesh Varma, Chemban Vinod Jose, Vinay Forrt, Roshan Mathew, Mallika Sukumaran, Deepti Sati, Baburaj, Lalu Alex, Jagadish, Saiju Kurup, Suresh Krishna, Shanthi Krishna, Shammi Thilakan, Sudheesh, Idavela Babu, Shebin Benson,...

PatriarchyWhile you can shrug off the ignorance of a senior actor like Mallika Sukumaran, it’s disheartening to watch the entitlement of a young actor like Mamta Mohandas. Then there are the likes of actors like Dhyan Sreenivasan.Neelima MenonWhether it is the trial in the horrific sexual assault case of a female actor in a moving car or the rape accusations of an upcoming actor against producer-actor Vijay Babu, Kerala is witnessing a lot of dialogue around #MeToo and sexual harassment. The #MeToo movement first gained attention in Malayalam cinema when the female actor registered a complaint after being assaulted in the car, in a plot allegedly masterminded by actor Dileep. The last five years have seen a few changes in the industry, especially after the formation of the Women in Cinema Collective (Wcc) and the constant conversations facilitated by feminists and progressives on social media. But the road ahead is still rocky.

MollywoodMahaveeryar marks the third-time collaboration between Nivin Pauly and director Abrid Shine.Tnm StaffScreengrab/YouTubeThe teaser of director Abrid Shine's upcoming film Mahaveeryar, featuring actor Nivin Pauly and Asif Ali in the lead, was unveiled on Sunday, April 3. Adapted from a story by renowned author M Mukundan, the teaser hints that the theme of the period fantasy film revolves around time travel, law books and legal proceedings. The film has been jointly produced by Nivin Pauly, under his home banner of Pauly Jr Pictures, and P S Shamnas, under the banner of Indian Movie Makers. Author M Mukundan released the first-look poster from the movie at a function held in Kochi in February this year. Screenwriter and director Abrid Shine, actors Asif Ali, Shanvi Srivastava and the co-producer P S Shamnas were among those present on the occasion. Mahaveeryar marks the third-time collaboration between Nivin Pauly and Abrid Shine after...

Mollywood Adapted from a story by author M Mukundan, the theme of 'Mahaveeryar' revolves around fantasy, time travel, and legal proceedings.IANSThe first-look poster of director Abrid Shine's Mahaveeryar, featuring actors Nivin Pauly and Asif Ali in the lead roles, has been released. Adapted from a story by renowned author M Mukundan, the theme of Mahaveeryar revolves around fantasy, time travel, law books and legal proceedings. The film has been jointly produced by Nivin Pauly, under his home banner of Pauly Jr Pictures, and Ps Shamnas under the banner of Indian Movie Makers. Author M Mukundan released the first poster from the movie at a function held in Cochin. Screenwriter and director Abrid Shine, actors Asif Ali, Shanvi Srivastava and the co-producer Ps Shamnas were among those present on the occasion. Mahaveeryar is the third time that Nivin Pauly and Abrid Shine are working together after the commercially and...

Mollywood The film is helmed by filmmaker Vysakh and has screenplay by Abhilesh Pillai.Tnm StaffFacebook/ Anna Ben The first-look poster of director Vysakh’s Night Drive starring actors Roshan Mathew, Anna Ben and Indrajith Sukumaran was unveiled on Thursday, December 9. The poster shows Roshan Mathew comforting a disheartened Anna Ben. The tagline of the film reads ‘The hunted becomes the hunters’. The film is written by Abhilesh Pillai, who is also on board as the writer for the upcoming films Pathaam Valavu and Cadaver. Bankrolled by Priya Venu and Neeta Pinto, Night Drive has music by composer Ranjin Raj. Shaji Kumar has been roped in as the cinematographer while Sunil S Pillai is on board as the editor. Anna Ben was last seen in Sara’s. Co-starring Sunny Wayne in the lead, the film garnered critical acclaim for discussing women’s abortion rights. The film tracks the story of...

MollywoodThe actor-director captioned the picture from the sets 'Bro Daddy with Pro Mommy'. Tnm StaffFrom Prithviraj's Facebook pageThere is Mallika Sukumaran on an armchair, wearing a traditional white sari worn by Christian women in Kerala, looking tough. In front of her is a bearded Mohanlal bending down. They are in a photo, grabbed from a video, and duly posted on Facebook by actor-director Prithviraj Sukumaran. He writes on top of the photo, "When you get to direct n all time great actor and the greatest ever mom in the same frame!" The frame is from Bro Daddy, Prithviraj's second film as a director. Like in his first, Lucifer, Mohanlal is leading the show, nearly appearing the same with a beard and a long kurta on him. Mallika, veteran actor and Prithviraj’s mother, plays an elderly character in the film. In another photo, Prithviraj too joins the senior actors and captions it,...

ReviewAbortion has often been demonised on screen, and 'Sara's' is refreshing in taking a different view of the issue.Sowmya RajendranAnna Ben's big, bright smile can lighten up the darkest hellhole, and perhaps you need an actor with this amount of on screen likeability to play Sara in Jude Anthany Joseph's latest release that examines a woman's right to abortion. Although the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act in India is fairly liberal, abortion has many a time been equated with 'baby murder' in cinema. Don Palathara's Santhoshathinte Onnam Rahasyam, which premiered at the International Film Festival of Kerala earlier this year, also explored a similar theme but with just the couple in focus, traveling to the hospital in a car. Sara's, however, involves the entire family circus. Anna Ben plays Sara, an assistant director, who is looking to make her first feature film (she somehow lives...

MollywoodHelmed by director Jude Anthany Joseph, the plot of the film revolves around the life of an aspiring filmmaker and her unconventional journey.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeThe trailer of actor Anna Ben and Sunny Wayne’s upcoming Malayalam film Sara’s was released on Thursday, July 1. Touted to be an unconventional romantic comedy, the film revolves around the story of a young, aspiring filmmaker, who struggles to work on her debut project. The film will start streaming on over-the-top (Ott) platform Amazon Prime Video on July 5. Sharing the trailer, Amazon Prime Video tweeted, “Sara’s life is a smooth ride the same way her directorial debut turns out to be. join us on this crazy adventure. watch Sara’s this July 5!(sic).” We are introduced to Sara, the protagonist in the trailer. While the makers don’t reveal too many details about Sara and her life, we get to know that...

MollywoodThe movie is helmed by ‘Ohm Shanthi Oshaana’ fame director June Anthany Joseph.Tnm StaffActor Sunny Wayne announced recently that his upcoming film Sara’s will be releasing on Over-the-top (Ott) platform Amazon Prime Video on July 5. He shared the news on his Instagram page while releasing a new single from the movie titled ‘Mele Vinpadavukal’. The details about the movie streaming on Amazon Prime Video was added towards the end of the peppy song. ‘Mele Vinpadavukal’ is based on a group of friends taking a fun-filled road trip. It is sung by Sooraj Santhosh and composed by Shaan Rahman. Sharing the video with fans on Wednesday, the actor wrote on Instagram, “Presenting the first Video song from -Saras’S movie.” Starring actors Sunny Wayne and Anna Ben in the lead, Sara’s is helmed by Ohm Shanthi Oshaana fame Jude Anthany Joseph. Apart from starring Anna Ben and Sunny Wayne in the lead,...

EntertainmentFrom Mahesh Babu and Chiranjeevi to Dulquer Salmaan and Aditi Rao Hydari, the actors shared photos taken with their mothers and expressed their love.Tnm StaffOn May 9, Mother’s Day, several south Indian celebrities shared photos with their respective mothers to celebrate the day. From Mahesh Babu and Fahadh Faasil to Tamannaah and Aditi Rao Hydari, many stars were seen sharing photographs and messages on social media. Here’s a photo collage that actor Mahesh Babu shared of him with his mother. He also posted a photo of his wife, actor and model, Namrata Shirodkar along with their children Gautam Krishna Ghattamaneni and Sitara Ghattamaneni. “Celebrating the selfless. Happy mother's day to mine and all the incredible mothers out there!” the Telugu star wrote. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mahesh Babu (@urstrulymahesh) Actor Varun Tej shared a photo taken with his mother Padmaja Konidela and sister actor Niharika Konidela.

Tnm StaffActors Prithviraj and Indrajith took to social media to wish their mother and actor Mallika Sukumaran a happy 65th birthday. Indrajith’s wife, actor and designer Poornima Indrajith, Prithviraj’s wife and producer Supriya Prithviraj too shared their wishes. Mallika is 65 years old and married late Malayalam actor Sukumaran in 1979. She is from the Haripad region of Alappuzha district and later settled in Thiruvananthapuram. Mallika has acted in many Malayalam movies including Amma Kilikoodu, Love Action Drama, Panchavarnathatha, Kuttanadan Marpappa, Chotta Mumbai and Calendar Thirakkatha. Poornima Indrajith wrote: "Happy Birthday to my partner in crime !! You are the smartest, funniest , coolest Mom / In Law / Grand Mom!". She also shared a video of Mallika having fun with her granddaughter. View this post on Instagram Happy Birthday to my partner in crime !! You are the smartest, funniest , coolest Mom / In Law / Grand Mom! I Love You ♥️ @sukumaranmallika Please swipe to see...

Tollywood Telugu actor Sree Vishnu released the poster for the Telugu dubbed version of the Malayalam film. Digital NativeActors Jayaram and Vijay Sethupathi teamed up for the Malayalam film Marconi Mathai, which was released in 2019. Directed by Sanil Kalathil, the film marked the debut of Vijay Sethupathi in Malayalam cinema. Athmiya Rajan, who is known for her role in Joseph, was seen playing the female lead in the film. The film is now being dubbed into Telugu with the title Radio Madhav. The first look poster of the Telugu version was released by actor Sree Vishnu. Sharing the poster on Twitter, Sree Vishnu wrote, "Happy to launch the Telugu title of super hit Malayalam film #RadioMadhav. Looking forward to its release." Happy to launch the Telugu title of super hit Malayalam film #RadioMadhav. Looking forward to its release @VijaySethuOffl #Jayaram @shamna_kasim #SanilKalathil #AthmiyaRajan #TiniTom #JoyMathew @bhashyasree @born_director @krishna_swam pic.

MollywoodThe poster shows Arjun, Chemban Vinod and Sabareesh sharing a light moment during a break from work.Digital NativeIt is a trend these days for filmmakers to release a poster or first look of a film to commemorate the hero’s birthday. Recently, actor Arjun Ashokan celebrated his birthday and his fans got the treat that they had been waiting for. While the makers of Super Sharanya released the poster of the film featuring Arjun, the poster of his other upcoming film Member Rameshan 9th Ward also garnered the attention of his fans. The poster shows Arjun, Chemban Vinod and Sabareesh sharing a light moment during a break from work. The title seems to indicate that Arjun may be playing the title role, which means he could be seen as a panchayat member. Member Rameshan 9th Ward is written and directed by debutant Anto Jose Pereira and Aby Treesa Paul.

MollywoodThe film is directed by Prajesh Sen who has earlier made the Jayasurya starrer ‘Captain’, that won the actor a state award.Digital NativeHis role in the upcoming film Vellam is the most challenging he has ever done, wrote actor Jayasurya on Facebook, after sharing the first look poster. It shows him standing among bricks, perhaps playing the role of a construction worker. “After the film Captain, I am joining director Prajesh Sen for the film Water - The Essential Drink. A unique past of a man who lives among us, that’s what Vellam is. One thing is for sure – a person with his character would be there among our friends or family or acquaintances,” the rest of his post said. Vellam went on the floors with the official pooja held last month and is progressing well. The pooja of the film happened at the Anjumana Devi Temple in Ernakulam.

MollywoodJayasurya plays Mullu Giri, a man to be wary of, and Swathy Reddy plays the female lead in the film.Digital NativeThe trailer of the Jayasurya starrer Thrissur Pooram is out online and it appears to be an action-packed film. Jayasurya plays the character Mullu Giri, who sends men flying, a man to be wary of. The trailer is full of stunts, apart from a small sequence of actor Swathy Reddy weeping on a bed. She is playing the female lead in the film. Though the title of the movie is Thrissur Pooram, you don’t see in the trailer, shots of the popular festival held annually in Thrissur. The others in the cast include Senthil Krishna, Sabumon Abdusamad, Vijay Babu, Gayathri Arun, Mallika Sukumaran and Sreejith Ravi. The film is directed by Rajesh Mohanan and the story and screenplay are by music composer Ratheesh Vegha. He is also composing the songs.

MollywoodThe director of the film is Prajesh Sen, who made his debut with another Jayasurya starrer, 'Captain'.Digital NativeThe pooja of the upcoming Malayalam film Vellam happened at the Anjumana Devi Temple in Ernakulam recently. Helming the project is Prajesh Sen, who made his directorial debut with the Jayasurya starrer Captain. For Vellam again, he has chosen Jayasurya as his lead actor. Samyuktha Menon has been roped in to play the female lead in Vellam. Reports are that it is based on the life of a drunkard based in Kannur. Roby Varghese Raj will be cranking the camera for this entertainer that is produced by Friendly Productions. Acting in Prajesh’s Captain has won Jayasurya the Kerala state award for best actor. The film is a biopic of former Indian football team captain VP Sathyan. Jayasurya’s next film release will be Thrissur Pooram. Wielding the megaphone for this venture...

MollywoodActor Dhyan Sreenivasan wrote and directed the film.Digital NativeNivin Pauly-Nayanthara starrer Love Action Drama which hit the screens last month during the Onam season has crossed the Rs 50 crore mark worldwide. The makers have released an official teaser declaring the film's collection. Reportedly, the film has been performing well in all the centers not only in Kerala but also in Bengaluru, Chennai and the UAE. Taking to his social media handle Nivin wrote, "#LoveActionDrama crosses 50 crore plus worldwide! Thank you so much for accepting Dineshan & Shobha! Love you all!" He also shared a new teaser from the film. With this, Nivin Pauly has added yet another movie to the prestigious 50-crore club. Earlier, his movies like Bangalore Days, Premam, Kayamkulam Kochunni, etc., have entered the 50-crore club at the worldwide box office. Actor Dhyan Sreenivasan wrote and directed the film. According to the director, it is a modern-day take on the 1989 film Vadakkunokkiyanthram,...

MollywoodRatheesh Vega, the script writer and composer of the movie has said, “Her character is very integral for the film.”Digital NativeDigital Native Thrissur Pooram was supposed to be Swathi Reddy’s comeback film in Mollywood but later it was reported that Anu Sithara bagged the role. Finally, the news is out that Swathi Reddy is very much part of Thrissur Pooram. Explaining about what happened, the film’s producer Vijay Babu had said in an interview to the Times of India, “She fell ill, and our dates couldn't wait. However, I think, the role was meant for her as our schedules got postponed due to the floods and Jayasurya's injury. Now, she is completely cured and is here all pretty and healthy.” Ratheesh Vega, the script writer and composer of the movie has said, “Her character is very integral for the film.” Vijay Babu and Jayasurya share a...

MollywoodThe star was shooting for an action sequence continuously for 10 days and it took a toll on his health.Digital NativeJayasurya was shooting for his upcoming film Thrissur Pooram when he sustained mild head injuries after he collapsed on the sets. The star was shooting for an action sequence continuously for 10 days and it took a toll on his health, say sources close to the film unit. Incidentally, this is Jayasurya’s first mass action film. Music director Ratheesh Vega, who has written the film, said to the Times of India, “He (Jayasurya) fainted and suffered a mild head injury after hitting against a metal object. He was immediately taken to a private hospital and the team has taken a break for five days as he needs to rest.” Recalling the incident, Jayasurya told Toi, “I was really exhausted and in the morning when I went to the location, I...

MollywoodDirected by Rajesh Mohanan, the action entertainer stars Jayasurya in the lead.Digital NativeDigital NativeA few months ago it was announced that actor Jayasurya and producer Vijay Babu of Friday Film House will be associating for the film titled Thrissur Pooram. The duo had collaborated for Aadu and Aadu 2 and this time around it will be an action entertainer that will have Jayasurya in a serious role. Reports also emerged that Swathi Reddy will be making her comeback to Malayalam films with Thrissur Pooram. While her fans were eagerly waiting for it to happen, the latest reports now say that Anu Sithara has taken over the role. Sources in the know say that Swathi could not join the sets due to date issues and eventually the role went to Anu Sithara. Anu will play Jayasurya’s wife in the film and it is said to be a performance-oriented role. Wielding...

MollywoodThe film is the directorial debut of actor Dhyan Sreenivasan, who has also written the script. Tnm StaffA little bit of romance, talk of a wedding, looks exchanged, slaps, fights and a lot of music become the teaser of Love Action Drama, a Malayalam film that has Nivin Pauly and Nayanthara in the lead. It’s written and directed by actor Dhyan Sreenivasan, following on the footsteps of his father Sreenivasan and brother Vineeth. The teaser shows Nivin Pauly telling Mallika Sukumaran that he is thinking about marrying someone. Mallika responds by smiling, patting his face and telling him to go sleep. Aju Varghese, almost a permanent sidekick to Nivin Pauly, plays the friend yet again, as they have bike rides and tea shop conversations. Nayanthara is acting in a Malayalam film after three years, after her role as Vasuki Iyer in Mammootty’s Puthiya Niyamam. She plays Shobha in the film,...

MollywoodThe Thrissur-based film will be divided into several chapters, each named after various stages of the pooram, said producer Vijay Babu.Digital NativeA couple of months ago it was announced that actor Jayasurya and producer Vijay Babu of Friday Film House will be associating for the film titled Thrissur Pooram. Now, reports say that actor Swathi Reddy has been roped in to play the female lead. She will be seen playing Jayarsurya’s wife in the film. Swathi has earlier acted opposite Fahadh Faasil in two Malayalam films – Amen and North 24 Kaatham. She was also part of Lijo Jose Pallissery’s Double Barrel and Ajith Pillai’s Mosayile Kuthira Meenukal. Others in the cast include Senthil Krishna, Sabumon Abdusamad, Vijay Babu, Gayathri Arun, Mallika Sukumaran and Sreejith Ravi. On the film, Vijay Babu has earlier said to The New Indian Express, “It's a Thrissur-based mass film. It's divided into several chapters,...

Mollywood From the first look and the title, it is evident that 'My Great Grandfather' will be a complete family entertainer. Digital NativeDigital NativeFor the first time in his career, Jayaram is playing a grandfather in his upcoming film My Great Grandfather and is excited about the role. The first look of the star in the film was released recently has got a good response. From the first look and the title, it is evident that My Great Grandfather will be a complete family entertainer. However, the poster shows Jayaram looking quite young with no signs of how the conventional grandpas are, which means he doesn’t look like he would be sporting grey hair in the film. The shooting of My Great Grandfather, directed by Aneesh Anwar, started in December last year with its release planned for this year. Sharing the screen space with Jayaram in the movie will...

MollywoodThe movie, directed by actor Dhyan Sreenivasan, will mark the comeback of Nayanthara to Malayalam cinema after years.Digital NativeDurga Krishna / Facebook.comAs the shooting of the Nivin Pauly-Nayanthara starrer Love Action Drama progresses, we hear that actor Durga Krishna too will be part of the film. Durga, who has earlier appeared in films like Vimaanam and Pretham 2, is reportedly playing a brief cameo role in Love Action Drama. The film will be the first directed by actor Dhyan Sreenivasan, son of veteran actor-writer-director Sreenivasan. Durga is also paired opposite Dhyan in the movie Kutty Mama, directed by Vm Vinu, and in which Sreenivasan plays the title role. She also has Sunny Wayne’s Vritham and Anoop Menon’s King Fish coming up. Love Action Drama is expected to release on September 5 to coincide with the Onam festival. Touted to be a complete entertainer, the film marks lady superstar...

MollywoodBesides Jayaram, the song will also have the voices of actors Mallika Sukumaran, Vijayaraghavan and Surabhi Santhosh.Digital NativeWhen the official pooja of the Malayalam film Grand Father happened, the two biggies of the Malayalam film industry, Mammootty and Mohanlal had graced the occasion. While this by itself was a big promo for the film, here comes another piece of interesting news. Reports are that veteran actor Jayaram, who plays the main lead in the film, will be rendering his voice for a song. Besides Jayaram, the song will also have the voices of actors Mallika Sukumaran, Vijayaraghavan and Surabhi Santhosh. Vishnu Mohan Sithara is the music composer for this number and it has been penned by Dr Venugopal. The shooting of Grand Father, which is directed by Aneesh Anwar, commenced on December 12th and it will hit the marquee in April this year as a Vishu release. Sharing the...

MollywoodThe shooting of 'Grand Father', which will be directed by Aneesh Anwar, will start on December 12th with its release planned for Vishu in April next year.Digital NativeThe shooting of the Jayaram starrer Grandfather is all set to commence this month and the muhurat is scheduled to happen this Sunday, December 3rd. In a Facebook post, the film’s lead star revealed that Mammootty and Mohanlal will be the chief guests at this event and will kick start the proceedings. He wrote: “മമ്മൂട്ടിയും മോഹൻലാലും ചേർന്ന് ദീപം തെളിയിച്ച് എന്റെ പുതിയ സിനിമക്ക് തുടക്കം കുറിക്കുന്നു. ഇതിൽകൂടുതൽ എന്ത് വേണം. #GrandFather#PoojaInvitation | Mohanlal | Mammootty | Aneesh Anwar” The shooting of Grand Father, which will be directed by Aneesh Anwar, will start on December 12th...

MollywoodThe film, touted to be a comic caper, would have actors Divya Pillai, Surabhi Santosh and Anusree.Digital NativeJayaram is all set to join the sets of Grand Father from December 12th onwards. The shooting of this film, which will be directed by Aneesh Anwar, will start on December 12th with its release planned for Vishu in April next year. Sharing the screen space with Jayaram in the movie would be Divya Pillai and Surabhi Santosh. Anusree would also be playing an important role. The rest of the actors in this fun entertainer comprise Senthil Krishna, Soubin Shahir, Baburaj, Baiju Santhosh, Vijayaraghavan, Sharafuddin, Dharmajan Bolgatty, Dileesh Pothen, Sajan Palluruthy, Sunil Suhara, Asha Aravind, Johny Antony, Hareesh Kanaran, Jaffer Idukki and Mallika Sukumaran. Reports are that Grand Father is touted to be a comic caper. The film has been scripted by Shani Kader. The technicians roped in for the project include Sameer Haq for cinematography,...

MollywoodThe film with Mohanlal in the lead will also include Manju Warrier, Saniya Iyappan, Tovino Thomas and Indrajith Sukumaran, among others.Digital NativeThe official pooja of the Malayalam film Lucifer happened on July 16th as announced earlier. The event was attended by its actor-turned-director Prithviraj Sukumaran, his mother and actor Mallika Sukumaran, his wife and journalist Supriya Menon, producer Antony Perumbavoor, writer Murali Gopy among others. The film’s lead star Mohanlal could not make it to the pooja as he was busy with his prior acting commitments and will be joining the sets very soon, say sources. Lucifer is one of the most anticipated and hyped films in Mollywood right now because it will mark Prithviraj’s debut as director and he will be directing Mohanlal. The film has been written by actor-writer Murali Gopy and will be bankrolled by Anthony Perumbavoor under his banner Aashirvad Films. The shooting of this film begins on July 18th, confirm sources. The cast also includes Manju Warrier, Queen-fame Saniya Iyappan, Tovino Thomas, Indrajith Sukumaran among others. Recently, it was confirmed that Bollywood actor Vivek Oberoi has been signed up to play an important role in the film and reports are that Vivek may be seen as Mohanlal's brother. Lucifer will be shot extensively in Thiruvananthapuram, Mumbai and Kuttikkanam. The technical crew of the film includes Sujith Vasudevan for cinematography and Samjith for editing. Besides directing Lucifer, Prithviraj also has a string of acting assignments needing his attention including Nine, a sci-fi thriller, Aadujeevitham, and Champ. Two of his films opposite actor Parvathy have just been released – My Story and Koode. More releases are scheduled for later this year. (Content provided by Digital Native) Also read: From 5 am shows to box-office gold: How has 'Tamizh Padam 2' fared?...

Mollywood Starring Jayaram and Kunchako Boban in the lead roles, the film is touted to be a complete family entertainer.Digital NativePhoto by Digital NativeThe Malayalam movie Panchavarna Thatha has achieved a rare feat: the film’s satellite rights have reportedly been picked up by the popular Malayalam satellite channel Mazhavil Manorama for an astounding Rs 3.9 crores. This is not a mean feat, considering Panchavarna Thatha hasn’t even hit the silver screens yet. It has been does not have the backing of an established director; and is the directorial debut of Ramesh Pisharody. Starring Jayaram and Kunchako Boban in the lead roles, the film is touted to be a complete family entertainer. The trailer of Panchavarna Thatha was released recently and fetched positive responses. Jayaram’s all-new look in the film is also something to watch out for. While Anusree will be seen as the female lead, other actors in supporting roles are: Mallika Sukumaran, Salim Kumar, Dharmajan, Joju George, Asokan and Premkumar. Written by Hari P Nair and Ramesh Pisharody, the film has been shot extensively in various locations including Velloor and Kottayam. The shooting of this film, which began early this year, is now over and the post production work is currently in progress. The sound track has been composed by M Jayachandran and Nadirshah while the background score has been composed by Ouseppachan. The film's first song 'Panchavarna Thatha Paranne,' sung by Haricharan and Jyotsna, was released recently. Featuring on a celebratory mood and the song starred Anusree, Kunchacko Boban and Maniyanpilla Raju, grooving in the backdrop of a birthday party. Pradeep Nair has handled the cinematography for Panchavarna Thatha while V Sajan is the editor in charge. Produced by Maniyanpilla Raju under the banner Maniyanpilla Raju Productions, the film is scheduled for release on April 12 this year as a Vishu special. (Content provided by Digital Native)...