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Varshangalkku Shesham On Ott: When & Where To Watch This Malayalam Drama ( Photo Credit – IMDb )

Fresh off a successful four-week theatrical run, the heartwarming tale of chasing cinematic dreams, Varshangalkku Shesham, is all set to make its digital debut! The makers have finally unveiled the platform and release date, offering cinephiles a chance to revisit the electrifying journey of Venu and Murali from the comfort of their homes. Stay tuned to find out where and when you can catch this captivating film!

Varshangalkku Shesham Plot

The film dives into the spirited friendship between Venu (Dhyan Sreenivasan), an ambitious screenwriter and filmmaker, and Murali (Pranav Mohanlal), a musician. Embracing the 1970s trend, they venture to Madras, dreaming of hitting it big in the film industry. Their rollercoaster journey sees both triumphs and setbacks. The story captures the gritty reality newcomers face in the cutthroat movie industry. Yet, there’s a twist of...

Pranav Mohal’s Varshangalkku Shesham. (Photo Credit – IMDb)

“Varshangalkku Shesham,” crafted under the directorial prowess of Vineeth Sreenivasan, embarks on a narrative journey chronicling the profound odyssey of two intrepid individuals navigating through the tapestry of dreams against the backdrop of 1970s Kerala and Chennai. Within the film, the characters of Venu and Murali, embodied by Dhyan Sreenivasan and Pranav Mohanlal, respectively, serve as conduits through which the audience is immersed in the vicissitudes of their cinematic pursuits.

While one protagonist aspires for the coveted zenith of silver screen stardom, the other harbors divergent ambitions. Murali’s magnetic influence compels Venu to venture forth into the enigmatic realm of Chennai. Over the temporal expanse of five decades, the film intricately weaves the evolving fabric of their friendship, thereby affording spectators profound insights into the labyrinthine realm of cinema, mirrored through the prism of their lived experiences.

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Vineeth Sreenivasan, who delivered a blockbuster hit with Hridayam earlier this year, has wrapped up the shoot of his next directorial venture, Varshangalkku Shesham. The film, which translates to After Many Years, features an ensemble cast of Pranav Mohanlal, Kalyani Priyadarshan, Dhyan Sreenivasan, Nivin Pauly, Aju Varghese, Basil Joseph, Neeraj Madhav, Neeta Pillai, Arjun Lal, Nikhil Nair, Shaan Rahman, and Vineeth himself.

The film, which is produced by Visakh Subramaniam under the banner of Merryland Cinemas, has been shot in over 50 locations across Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh. The film took 40 days to complete, with a crew of over 200 members and a cast of more than 1000 artists. The film is expected to be a coming-of-age drama that explores the lives of a group of friends over three different phases.

Vineeth Sreenivasan took to social media to announce the wrap of the film and thanked the entire team for their hard work and dedication.

Vineeth Sreenivasan, the multi-talented artist of Malayalam cinema, has announced his next directorial venture, Varshangalkku Shesham. The film, which features an ensemble cast of Pranav Mohanlal, Kalyani Priyadarshan, Nivin Pauly, Dhyan Sreenivasan, Aju Varghese, Basil Joseph, Neeraj Madhav, Neeta Pillai, Arjun Lal, Nikhil Nair, Shaan Rahman, and Vineeth himself, is touted to be a drama that spans over different seasons1.

The shooting of Varshangalkku Shesham has commenced on October 25, 2023 in Kochi.

Varshangalkku Shesham is produced by Visakh Subramaniam under the banner of Merryland Cinemas. The technical crew and the rest of the cast are yet to be announced. The film is expected to be a visual treat for the audience as it will showcase the beauty of Kerala in different seasons.

The makers have also announced that Varshangalkku Shesham will hit the screens on Vishu 2024. The film will mark the second collaboration of Vineeth Sreenivasan and Pranav Mohanlal after Hridayam,...

Midhun Manuel Thomas, the acclaimed writer and director of Malayalam cinema, is on a roll with his upcoming projects. After penning the scripts for the much-awaited films Garudan and Turbo, starring Suresh Gopi and Biju Menon, and Mammootty respectively, he has also written the story for Phoenix, a horror thriller that will hit the screens on November 17th worldwide.

Phoenix marks the debut of Chandhunadh, a young actor who has been active in short films and web series. He plays the lead role of a journalist who investigates a series of mysterious deaths in a haunted house. The film also features Aju Varghese, Anoop Menon, Saiju Kurup, and Lena in pivotal roles.

The film is directed by Vishnu Bharathan, who has previously assisted Midhun Manuel Thomas in his films Aadu and Ann Maria Kalippilaanu. The director says that Phoenix is a different kind of horror film that will keep the...

Varshangalkku Shesham the upcoming Malayalam film directed by Vineeth Sreenivasan, is gearing up for its shoot. The film, which reunites the Hridayam team of Pranav Mohanlal and Kalyani Priyadarshan, also features Nivin Pauly in a pivotal role.

The film is produced by Visakh Subramaniam under the banner of Merryland Cinemas, which is making a comeback after a long hiatus.

According to sources, the setworks for the film are going on at a brisk pace and the team is planning to begin the shoot by this month 27th. The film is said to be a romantic drama that spans over several years and explores the lives of the characters.

The film also has an ensemble cast of Dhyan Sreenivasan, Aju Varghese, Basil Joseph, Vineeth Sreenivasan, Neeraj Madhav, Neeta Pillai, Arjun Lal, Nikil Nair and Shaan Rahman.

The festive season of Onam has been a treat for Malayalam cinema lovers, as several big-budget and star-studded films hit the theatres. Among them, two films that stood out were Rdx and King of Kotha, both featuring Dulquer Salmaan in lead roles. While Rdx, an action thriller directed by debutant Nahas Hidayath, has already started streaming on Netflix from September 23, King of Kotha, a period gangster drama directed by Abhilash Joshiy, is all set to premiere on Disney+ Hotstar from September 28.

King of Kotha is arguably the first-ever Malayalam film to be made and promoted in line with the ongoing ‘pan-India’ trend. The film, which also stars Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, Shabeer Kallarakkal, Prasanna and Gokul Suresh in pivotal roles, entered the scene amid high expectations and promotional efforts, setting a new standard for Malayalam cinema. The film was released worldwide on August 24 and received mixed reviews from critics, but...

The Malayalam film industry is buzzing with excitement as the team behind the blockbuster Hridayam has announced their next project, Varshangalkku Shesham, which translates to After Many Years. The film, written and directed by Vineeth Sreenivasan, will feature an ensemble cast of some of the most popular actors in the industry, including Pranav Mohanlal, Kalyani Priyadarshan, Nivin Pauly, Dhyan Sreenivasan, Aju Varghese, Basil Joseph, Neeraj Madhav, Neeta Pillai, Arjun Lal, Nikil Nair, Shaan Rahman, and Vineeth himselfAd12.

The film was officially announced on July 13, 2023 by Mohanlal, Pranav’s father and a superstar of Malayalam cinema. He shared a poster of the film on his social media accounts and wrote, “#MerrylandCinemas Proudly Presents വർഷങ്ങൾക്കു ശേഷം #VarshangalkkuShesham Written & Directed by : #VineethSreenivasan Produced by : @visakhsub *ing – My Son @impranavlal & #DhyanSreenivasan @AjuVarghesee @kalyanipriyan #VineethSreenivasan @NivinOfficial @basiljoseph25”3. Vineeth also posted the same poster on his Instagram account and expressed his...

Malayalam cinema, also known as Mollywood, is one of the most vibrant and diverse film industries in India. Malayalam films are known for their realistic portrayal of social issues, cultural diversity, artistic experimentation, and technical excellence. In this article, we will look at the top 10 highest-grossing Malayalam films of all time, based on their worldwide collections.

10. Rdx (2023) Rdx Trailer

Rdx is a new action film of Antony Varghese, Neeraj Madhav, and Shane Nigam. It is directed by Nahas Hidayath and produced by Weekend Blockbusters. The film was released on 25 August 2023 and became a hit, grossing ₹65 crore (US$9 million) worldwide1. The film is about the life of three mysterious individuals who are involved in a series of heists and chases. The film features well-choreographed action sequences and a nunchak fight. The film has received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.

9. Drishyam (2013)

This film is a thriller that follows the ordeal of Georgekutty,...

Malayalam cinema is known for its rich and diverse genres, ranging from realistic dramas to thrilling mysteries. But one genre that never fails to attract the audience is action. In 2023, there are three action films that are creating a lot of buzz and anticipation among the fans. These are Rdx, Chaaver, and King of Kotha. Let us take a look at what makes these films so special and why you should not miss them.

Rdx: A Commercial Entertainer with Three Leads Rdx Trailer

Rdx is the debut film of director Nahas Hidayath. The film stars Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese, and Neeraj Madhav in the lead roles. The film is produced by Sophia Paul, who has backed some of the most acclaimed films in recent times, such as Bangalore Days, Munnariyippu, and Minnal Murali.

Rdx is an action comedy that revolves around three friends named Robert, Dony, and Xavier, who are...

Mammootty, the megastar of Malayalam cinema, has two exciting projects lined up for his fans. One is Kannur Squad, a cop thriller directed by Roby Varghese Raj, and the other is Abraham Ozler, a medical thriller starring Jayaram in the lead role. Both the movies are expected to release soon and have generated a lot of buzz among the audience.

Kannur Squad is Mammootty’s fourth production venture under his banner Mammootty Kampany. The movie is written by Muhammad Shafi and Rony David Raj, and has music by Sushin Shyam. The movie revolves around a squad of police officers who specialize in catching culprits. Mammootty plays an Asi in the movie, and his first look poster was released on February 26, 20231. The movie also features actors like Arjun Ashokan, Jagadheesh, Dileesh Pothan, Anaswara Rajan, and Senthil Krishna in significant roles. The movie is touted to be the first game thriller in...

Fans of Dulquer Salmaan are eagerly waiting for his upcoming movie, King of Kotha, which is touted to be a stylish action thriller set in a fictional town. The movie, directed by debutant Abhilash Joshiy and produced by Wayfarer Films and Zee Studios, has an ensemble cast of Shabeer Kallarakkal, Prasanna, Gokul Suresh, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod Jose and others. The movie is expected to showcase Dulquer Salmaan in a never-seen-before avatar as a gangster named Kotha Rajendran.

The makers of the movie have announced that the trailer of the movie will be released on August 9, 2023, as a treat for the fans. The trailer will give a glimpse of the action-packed sequences, the intriguing plot and the stunning visuals of the movie. The movie has been shot in various locations in Tamil Nadu and Kerala, with cinematography by Nimish Ravi and music by Jakes Bejoy and Shaan Rahman.

ProfileThat Vineeth, who maintains a soft persona off-screen could go in front of the camera and be the cunning advocate in ‘Mukundan Unni’ or the loud and silly cop in ‘Kurukkan’ shows his tremendous growth as an actor.Five years before Vineeth Sreenivasan first acted in a film, he sang for Priyadarshan’s Kiluchundan Mambazham, in which his father Sreenivasan and Mohanlal, both senior actors known for their comic films together, played men who were in love with the same woman. Vineeth was then a teenager, and the song, ‘Kasavinte Thattamittu’, the title track of the movie, barely got noticed. It was his second film song – ‘Karale’ – for another Mohanlal-Sreenivasan movie Udayananu Tharam that made Vineeth a household name. The song became hugely popular and many found it adorable that Vineeth sang for his dad. These are the stories of the early 2000s. Today, Vineeth is a very versatile actor,...

Fans of Dulquer Salmaan are eagerly waiting for the release of his upcoming Malayalam action thriller film King of Kotha, directed by Abhilash Joshiy and produced by Wayfarer Films and Zee Studios. The film, which also stars Prasanna, Shabeer Kallarakkal, Gokul Suresh, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, and others, is scheduled to release worldwide on 24 August 2023 during Onam.

The makers of King of Kotha have recently announced that the trailer of the film will be launched soon and will be attached with the highly anticipated Tamil film Jailer, starring Rajinikanth, Mohanlal, Jackie Shroff, Shiva Rajkumar, and others. Jailer, directed by Nelson and produced by Sun Pictures, is a black comedy action film that revolves around a strict yet empathetic jailer who tries to stop a gang from rescuing their leader from the prison. Jailer is set to hit the screens on 10 August 2023.

King of Kotha Teaser

By attaching the trailer of King of Kotha with Jailer,...

King of Kotha: What You Need to Know About the Reshoots

King of Kotha is one of the most anticipated Malayalam films of 2023, featuring Dulquer Salmaan in the lead role of a gangster. The film is directed by Abhilash Joshiy, who is making his debut as a director. The film also stars Shabeer Kallarakkal, Prasanna, Gokul Suresh, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod Jose, Shammi Thilakan, Saran and Anikha Surendran in pivotal roles. The film is produced by Wayfarer Films and Zee Studios and is scheduled to release worldwide on 24 August 2023 during Onam.

However, the film has been undergoing some reshoots recently, which has raised some curiosity among the fans and the media. According to Ab George, a film journalist, the reshoots are not a complete overhaul of the film, but rather a patch shoot for around 2 to 3 hours. He also clarified that Dulquer Salmaan is not part of this...

ReviewA script that seemed to boldly disregard the image of the infallible hero appears to apply sudden brakes, realise the risks, and then go overboard in quickly sculpting a superhuman out of John Luther.CrisSince you walk into the theatre knowing that it is a thriller, the cosy warm picture of a beautiful hillside is something you know will soon fade. So you embrace the first few minutes as the cinematographer of John Luther, Roby Varghese Raj, lets you have a nice panoramic view of Munnar and its hairpin roads, and the tour bus climbing hill after misty hill, until a predictable thud breaks the spell. The thud is followed by a piercing scream, blood on the window and a body on the deck. John Luther, the man who will reach the spot and uncover the mystery is your titular character – Jayasurya in an uncharacteristically serious, barely smiling police role.

MollywoodThe Malayalam superhero film that is slated to premiere on streaming platform Netflix is helmed by Basil Joseph.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTube- Netflix A new promotional video from actor Tovino Thomas’s long-awaited superhero flick Minnal Murali was unveiled on Sunday, December 19. The fun video is based on the concept of superheroes getting certified and clearing tests. In this video, Tovino is seen taking part in these tests with Indian wrestler Dalip Singh Rana, who is popularly known as The Great Khali. “Minnal Murali is posed with the ultimate question of strength. Can he survive The Great Khali’s chokeslam?(sic),” the description below the YouTube video reads. Sharing the video on social media, Tovino wrote: “Being a superhero is serious business. So serious, that the @GreatKhali chokeslams you!(sic).” The Malayalam superhero film is slated to premiere on streaming platform Netflix. Helmed by Basil Joseph, the film will be...

EntertainmentMinnal Murali, which will be released in Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Tamil and Malayalam, is directed by Basil Joseph and also stars Guru Somasundaram.Tnm StaffSnacks are arranged in a small glass shelf and glass jars kept outside of it, like in the village tea shops of Kerala. Next to the snacks is a small television with grains on it. Outside it is raining heavily and someone announces there is a lot of lightning. On cue, the grains on the television disappear and there appears a logo, with the Malayalam letter 'ma' appearing as lightning strikes the TV. This is the half minute video announcing the film Minnal Murali, to be screened soon on Netflix. The film has Malayalam actor Tovino Thomas in the lead, playing a superhero. Basil Joseph, who made movies like Kunjiramayanam and Godha and often acts in movies (the piqued priest in Joji) is the director of the film.

Mollywood‘Hridayam’ is touted to be a musical with 15 tracks by singers including Ks Chitra, Sachin Warrier, Unni Menon and even actor Prithviraj.Tnm StaffThe filming of Hridayam, an upcoming movie directed by Vineeth Sreenivasan, is completed. Vineeth一 who acts, sings, writes, produces and directs films in Malayalam一 posted on Facebook about 'packing up' the film. "What a spectacular journey it has been so far!! Hopefully the testing times will pass and we’ll be able to bring the film to you guys soon.. And yes, the dream has always been a theatrical release and we are still holding on to it.. please do keep us in prayers!! #hridayam (sic)," Vineeth posted. The wrap-up photo has the film's male lead actor, Pranav Mohanlal, with Vineeth and two others, holding the clapboard together. Hridayam has Pranav, Kalyani Priyadarshan and Darshan Rajendran playing lead roles. An early poster showed the three of them lying down,...

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,...

MollywoodTouted to be Malayalam cinema’s first superhero movie, ‘Minnal Murali’ is slated for release on Onam. Tnm StaffMalayalam star Mohanlal took to social media on Saturday to share the motion poster of Mollywood’s first superhero movie Minnal Murali, starring Tovino Thomas in the titular role. The film is slated for release on August 19, marking the occasion of Onam. Mohanlal conveyed his wishes to the crew while sharing the poster. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mohanlal (@mohanlal) Actor Tovino Thomas too shared the poster with fans on Instagram. Expressing his excitement to work on the project, the 32-year-old actor wrote, “This is his destiny. Thrilled and excited to share the first look of our own superhero, Minnal Murali,” the caption read. He added that the movie will be released under different names in other languages. The film has been titled Mister Murali in Hindi and Merupu Murali in Telugu.

CinemaActor Karthi launched the title and first look poster of the film on Monday.Digital NativeVeteran actor Arun Pandian and his daughter Keerthi Pandian are teaming up for the Tamil remake of Anna Ben's critically acclaimed Malayalam film Helen which was directed by Mathukutty Xavier. The title and the first look poster of the film were launched on Monday by actor Karthi. Directed by Gokul of Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara fame, the film has been titled Anbirkiniyal. Happy to reveal the first look of#Anbirkiniyal. Wishing the very best for @DirectorGokul, @iKeerthiPandian and the entire team. pic.twitter.com/HHfAuT7Fph — Actor Karthi (@Karthi_Offl) February 15, 2021 While Keerthi Pandian is reprising the role played by Anna Ben, Arun Pandian will be playing the role of her father in the film, which was played by popular Malayalam actor Lal. The remake is produced by Arun Pandian's home banner A&p Groups.

MollywoodThe first look was launched by Indrajith Sukumaran. Digital NativeTovino Thomas and Aishwarya Lekshmi duo are coming together again with Uyare fame Manu Ashokan’s Kaanekkane. The film is said to be a fictional take on human relationships. The first look was launched by Indrajith Sukumaran to coincide with Tovino Thomas's birthday. Sharing the poster, Indrajith took to his social media and wrote, "Here is the first look poster of Manu Ashokan’s Kaanekkane, penned by dear Bobby and Sanjay. Wishing the movie and the stellar team just the best. Looking forward to this one!” Here is the first look poster of Manu Ashokan’s Kaanekkane, penned by dear Bobby and Sanjay. Wishing the movie and the... Posted by Indrajith Sukumaran on Saturday, January 23, 2021 Tovino Thomas recently completed the shooting for this film and is now done with the dubbing. The actor has shared a video of his dubbing...

MollywoodThe actor has earlier co-produced the film ‘Kilometers and Kilometers’ which premiered on television last Onam.Digital NativeMalayalam actor Tovino Thomas launched his own production house on his birthday, January 21. The actor announced the news on his social media. Thank you all for the wishes. A few years back I wouldn't have imagined getting so much love on my birthday. So I'm taking this opportunity to share something else that I wouldn't have imagined doing, a few years back. Dear all, presenting #TovinoThomasProductions! pic.twitter.com/A87I3SVNEd — Tovino Thomas (@ttovino) January 21, 2021 Tovino wrote, “Thank you all for the wishes. A few years back I wouldn't have imagined getting so much love on my birthday. So I'm taking this opportunity to share something else that I wouldn't have imagined doing, a few years back. Dear all, presenting Tovino Thomas Productions. A humble effort to be part of more movies...

MollywoodIt was during the filming of a fight sequence for ‘Kala’ a few months ago that Tovino sustained internal injuries.Digital NativeThe teaser of actor Tovino Thomas’s Kala is out and it shows a few telling scenes in tune with a gripping background music. It begins with French novelist Andrew Malraux’s quote - Man is not what he thinks he is, he is what he hides – and goes onto a mix of shots, showing love, fight, surprise. It was during the filming of a fight sequence for Kala a few months ago that Tovino sustained internal injuries and had to be admitted to the Intensive Care Unit of a private hospital in Kochi. He recovered well but was advised complete rest following which he was out of action for three weeks. Kala is directed by Rohith Vs and has Tovino and Divya Pillai in the lead roles with...

MollywoodWith this process over, we can expect the filmmakers to come out with the release date of 'Kaanekkaane' soon.Digital NativeTovino Thomas recently completed the shooting of Kaanekkaane and is now done with the dubbing. The actor has shared a video of his dubbing wind-up which is going viral online. With this process over, we can expect the filmmakers to come out with the release date of Kaanekkaane soon. The film is directed by Manu Ashokan and scripted by Bobby-Sanjay, who had written the director’s debut film Uyare. Kaanekkaane is bankrolled by Tr Shamsudheen. While Tovino Thomas and Aishwarya Lekshmi play the lead pair in it, the rest of the star cast includes Prem Prakash, Sruthi Ramachandran and Rony David Raj. The technical crew comprises Alby Antony for cinematography, and Abhilash Balachandran for editing while the music is composed by Ranjin Raj. In an interview with the Times of India,...

MOLLYWOODThe actor sustained internal injuries while shooting in October, and was admitted in the Intensive Care Unit of a hospital in Kochi. Digital NativeDigital NativeTovino Thomas, while shooting a fight sequence for the Malayalam film Kala in October, sustained internal injuries following which he had to be hospitalised. After a short stay in the intensive care unit of a private hospital in Kerala, complete rest for a few weeks was advised to the actor. In light of this, the star took a short break from his acting assignments and completely recovered, and is back to good health. Currently, Tovino has returned to work to complete his current assignments. He joined the sets of Kaanekkaane last month and has completed shooting for his portions. Now, Tovino has shifted focus to Kala again. The makers of this action entertainer have released a video which shows the actor performing some stunts for the film,...

MOLLYWOODThe actor played a character named Mathan in the 2017 film ‘Mayanidhi’. Digital NativeDigital NativeDuring the Covid-19-induced lockdown, many film stars took to social media to show their love for their pets, since they got the opportunity to spend so much time with them. During this time, actor Tovino Thomas acquired a baby Sun Conure named Mathan, and witnessed its journey into adulthood. The actor recently took to social media to share this journey with his fans. Interestingly, Tovino Thomas’s character’s name in the 2017 film Mayanadhi was Mathan as well. On the work front, Tovino has a slew of films in his kitty. Among them is Kala, directed by Rohith Vs. It was during the shooting of this film that the star sustained internal injuries and had to be admitted to the ICU in a hospital. Kala has Divya Pillai playing the female lead, with Lal in a pivotal role.

MollywoodThe ‘Oru Adaar Love’ actor had been on a break from Instagram during the lockdown but became active again recently.Digital NativeOru Adaar Love actor Priya Prakash Varrier has a huge number of followers on Instagram. Some time ago, Priya, who has over seven million followers on Instagram, deactivated the account citing mental and health peace during the lockdown. However, the actor got back with a bang and recently set the internet on fire by posting a few pictures that have since gone viral among her fans. Seen in a silvery thigh-high slit cut gown with matching boots, Priya Prakash grabbed the attention of netizens in a big way. Priya debuted in the Malayalam movie Oru Adaar Love, which released last year. A song in which she winks at the male lead of the film had gone viral much before the movie released, bringing instant fame to Priya. The film...

MollywoodThe film, directed by Dhyan Sreenivasan, has Nayanthara and Nivin Pauly in the lead.Digital NativeThe Dhyan Sreenivasan directorial Love Action Drama released last year was one of the biggest hits in the Malayalam film industry. A year after the film’s release, the makers have released a deleted action sequence on YouTube, which is now going viral. The stunt scene has the film’s male lead Nivin Pauly thrashing some goons on the street, as a rhythmic music is played in the background. Nayanthara, the female lead of the film, walks towards him with another woman, and ends the fight. The three of them and actor Aju Varghese then ride away in a car. Dhyan, who began as an actor in his brother Vineeth Sreenivasan’s film Thira, turned a director with Love Action Drama. He also wrote the script of the film. Apart from Nayanthara and Nivin, the...

MollywoodThe Manju Warrier starrer was directed by Rosshan Andrrews based on a story by Unni R.Digital NativeA few days ago, reports surfaced that the Malayalam film Prathi Poovankozhi will be remade in multiple languages. And now, it has been confirmed that ace Bollywood producer Boney Kapoor has the remake and dubbing rights of this film in all languages. The Manju Warrier starrer, directed by Rosshan Andrrews, released last year. The film also had Anusree, Rosshan Andrrews (making his acting debut), Saiju Kurup, Grace Antony, Alencier Ley Lopez, Sp Sreekumar, Divya Prabha, Sekhar Menon, Chali Pala, and others forming the supporting cast. Gokulam Gopalan bankrolled the film under his banner. The technical crew of this film included Unni R, who has written it, G Balamurgan for cinematography, Jyotish Shankar for art direction and Gopi Sunder for music. Prathi Poovankozhi tells the story of a woman who is molested in a...

MollywoodThe film’s cinematographer, Abinandhan Ramanujam, recently shared the videos on Instagram.Digital NativeThe cinematographer of Prithviraj’s Nine, Abinandhan Ramanujam, recently shared a few behind the scenes videos of the film on Instagram, and it’s going viral among netizens. The videos give a glimpse of how the film was shot and the efforts that have gone into it. The first video posted by the cinematographer was a single-shot fight sequence. Sharing it, Abinandhan wrote: “BTS of Nine the film. Fight (1/2) We Stitched the Fight to a Single Shot. Working with @jenuse.mohamed was Blissful.” View this post on Instagram BTS of Nine thefilm. Fight (1/2) We Stitched the Fight to a Single Shot. Working with @jenuse.mohamed was Blissful. #bts #sigmacine #filmmaking #keepitsimple #keepcalmandshoot A post shared by Abinandhan Ramanujam (@abinandhanramanujam) on Sep 14, 2020 at 12:15am Pdt For the second video, he wrote: “BTS of Nine (2/2) Mafia Shashi Sir...

EntertainmentBesides singing the song, the actor will also appear in the music video.Digital NativeYouTube screenshotPriya Prakash Varrier, who shot to the limelight with her wink in the Malayalam movie Oru Adhaar Love, has rendered a Hindi track for the first time. Besides singing the song, she will also appear in the music video. The promo for the track, directed and produced by Ashokan Pk, was released a few days ago. An interesting feature of this music video is that it has been shot completely using mobile phones and Dslr cameras during the lockdown. Christus Stephen has composed the music for the lyrics penned by Nauman Memon. Priya debuted with Oru Adhaar Love, which released last year. Directed by Omar Lulu, the film was produced by Ousepachan Vaalakuzhy under the banner Ousepachan Movie House. It was a campus entertainer revolving around a set of students. The film had a bevy of newbies in pivotal roles,...

MollywoodThe film is directed by Basil Joseph and produced by Sophia Paul.Tnm StaffAn announcement asks the people of a town in Kerala to report any information they have of a man who calls himself Minnal Murali. He has, says the announcement, created panic and assaulted police at the Kurukkanmoola school anniversary, and pulled off a heist at the bank. The announcement is followed by an explosion and a catchy background score sets in, as the teaser of the upcoming Malayalam movie Minnal Murali rolls on. Actor Tovino Thomas, who plays the lead in the film, walks in performing stunts as villagers look on. You see a superhero costume being hurriedly stitched and a masked man behind a vehicle, suggesting a superhero story – the first of its kind in Malayalam cinema. The film is directed by Basil Joseph, who has earlier made Godha and Kunjiramayanam. It is written by Arun Anirudhan,...

MollywoodDirected by Basil Joseph, the film has Tovino playing a superhero.Digital NativeThe makers of the upcoming Tovino Thomas starrer Minnal Murali have released the first look poster of the film in five languages. The dark-themed poster shows Tovino in a black shirt and white mundu, his face covered in a red scarf, running with what looks like a notebook or diary in his hand. The background shows a moonlit night with several people marching on a beach with flaming torches and huge fires burning far away. A press note from the filmmakers states: “The big budget super hero flick is produced by Sophia Paul under the banner of Weekend Blockbusters, is directed by Basil Joseph and has Sameer Thahir handling cinematography. The team has roped in Hollywood sensation Vlad Rimburg as the action director, who has been a part of international hits like the Will Smith starrer Gemini Man,...

Mollywood"Beginning of a lot of things. Shaan Rahman, it has been a beautiful journey for us," wrote Vineeth. Digital NativeDigital NativeMusic buffs are aware that music composer Shaan Rahman and filmmaker - actor - singer Vineeth Sreenivasan had teamed up for the hit movie Malarvaadi Arts Club in 2010. However, it may be surprising to note that the duo had associated for the album Coffee at Mg Road in 2008, much before their respective debuts. Recalling those good old days 12 years later, Vineeth Sreenivasan wrote on his social media page, “The concept of burning a master CD, the smell of those inlay covers, checking the racks in Music World and Planet M every now and then to know if our CD’s were there - gone are those times. 2008 was an amazing year. Beginning of a lot of things. Shaan Rahman, it has been a beautiful journey for us. God has been really kind to us.

MollywoodThe film will reportedly be directed by Rajeev Ravi and scripted by Sibi Thomas. Digital NativeReports surfaced some weeks ago that Asif Ali has signed up a new film that will be directed by Rajeev Ravi and that it’s titled Kuttavum Shikshayum. Sibi Thomas is penning the screenplay for this flick in association with Sreejith Divakaran. Asif Ali will be playing a cop in this thriller which also has Sunny Wayne, Alencier Ley Lopez, Sharafudheen and Senthil Krishna in the cast. Suresh Rajan is cranking the camera and National Award winner B Ajithkumar is in charge of the editing. Arun Kumar Vr will be bankrolling Kuttavum Shikshayum under the banner Film Roll Productions. Interestingly, this is the first time Asif is playing a cop and his fans are waiting in anticipation to see him in that get-up on the silver screen. Some pictures from the sets of Kuttavum Shikshayum...

SandalwoodLasya will be reprising the role done by Anna Ben in the Malayalam original.Digital NativeDigital NativeLasya Nagaraj has bagged a role in the upcoming heroine-centric Kannada film to be directed by popular ad filmmakers Sabu Aloysius and M Arun Kumar. A remake of the hit Malayalam movie Helen, Lasya will be reprising the role done by Anna Ben in the original. Silver Train International and Friday Films are jointly bankrolling this film. On choosing Lasya for the role, one of the producers of the film, Lohit, said in an interview with the New Indian Express, “We were looking for a fresh face and a performer who matched the sensibilities. Lasya is also a good Bharatanatyam dancer, which was one of the requirements in our film.” Helen was scripted by debut director Mathukutty Xavier in association with Noble Babu Thomas while Alfred Kurian Joseph had directed it. Noble Babu Thomas,...

MollywoodDirector Midhun Manuel Thomas confirmed that he has locked the first half and the climax, and is currently working on the post-interval session.Digital NativeDigital NativeThe Jayasurya starrer Aadu 2, sequel to his movie Aadu, turned out to be a massive hit as well. The team celebrated its 100th day on a big scale and during this event revealed that Aadu 3 is on the cards. And now, we have reports coming in that Aadu 3 is taking shape. In an interview with the Times of India, director Midhun Manuel Thomas had confirmed that he has locked the first half and the climax, and is currently working on the post-interval session. He added that the entire scripting will be completed in a couple of months after which the shooting schedules will be planned. Confirming again that it is a high budget film, Midhun had said during the interview, “We will be using...

MollywoodDirector Midhun Manuel Thomas confirmed that he has locked the first half and the climax, and is currently working on the post-interval session.Digital NativeDigital NativeThe Jayasurya starrer Aadu 2, sequel to his movie Aadu, turned out to be a massive hit as well. The team celebrated its 100th day on a big scale and during this event revealed that Aadu 3 is on the cards. And now, we have reports coming in that Aadu 3 is taking shape. In an interview with the Times of India, director Midhun Manuel Thomas had confirmed that he has locked the first half and the climax, and is currently working on the post-interval session. He added that the entire scripting will be completed in a couple of months after which the shooting schedules will be planned. Confirming again that it is a high budget film, Midhun had said during the interview, “We will be using...

Mollywood'Minnal Murali' is directed by Basil Joseph of 'Godha' fame.Digital NativeTovino Thomas is currently busy with the shooting of his upcoming film Minnal Murali. The star is playing a superhero in this flick and this is the first time a full-length superhero film is being made in the south Indian film industry. With the role requiring a well-chiseled physique, Tovino is sweating it out at the gym and his hard work seems to have paid off well. The actor shared online a few pictures of his workout. The shooting of Minnal Murali is currently in progress in Wayanad where the entire team is stationed and the team has prepared shooting schedules in various places in Wayanad and Karnataka. Minnal Murali is directed by Basil Joseph of Godha fame and bankrolled by Sophia Paul under the banner Weekend Blockbusters. Hollywood stunt coordinator Vlad Rimburg has been roped in to choreograph the stunts for this film.

MollywoodMalayalam superstar Mohanlal released the first look poster of the film on his Facebook page last week. Digital NativeShane Nigam’s new film Ullasam is getting ready for release, it seems. He has completed dubbing for the film and the makers are looking for a suitable date to release it. Ullasam, directed by Jeevan Jojo, is touted to be a youthful entertainer about the lead pair – Shane and actor Pavithra Lakshmi -- meeting on a trip. Malayalam superstar Mohanlal released the first look poster of the film on his Facebook page last week. He wished the best for ‘Shane Nigam and team’. Produced by Kaithamattam Brothers, Ullasam also has in its cast Aju Varghese, Renji Panicker, Deepak Parambol and Basil Joseph. Major portions of the film have been shot in the picturesque locations in Ooty and Munnar where the film is set. Ullasam’s technical crew includes Swaroop Philip for...

MollywoodMalayalam superstar Mohanlal released the first look poster of the film on his Facebook page last week. Digital NativeShane Nigam’s new film Ullasam is getting ready for release, it seems. He has completed dubbing for the film and the makers are looking for a suitable date to release it. Ullasam, directed by Jeevan Jojo, is touted to be a youthful entertainer about the lead pair – Shane and actor Pavithra Lakshmi -- meeting on a trip. Malayalam superstar Mohanlal released the first look poster of the film on his Facebook page last week. He wished the best for ‘Shane Nigam and team’. Produced by Kaithamattam Brothers, Ullasam also has in its cast Aju Varghese, Renji Panicker, Deepak Parambol and Basil Joseph. Major portions of the film have been shot in the picturesque locations in Ooty and Munnar where the film is set. Ullasam’s technical crew includes Swaroop Philip for...

MollywoodRJ Mathukutty is making his directorial debut with this flick touted to be a youthful romantic entertainer. Digital NativeAsif Ali is bagging some of the best roles in his career. His next film in the pipeline will be Kunjeldho, which is based on a real-life incident. Rj Mathukutty is making his directorial debut with this flick touted to be a youthful romantic entertainer. Sources in the know say that Asif Ali will be playing a college student in Kunjeldho. He will be pairing up with debutant Gopika Udayan on screen. A short clip of the film was released by the Mollywood megastar Mammootty recently which shows Asif Ali as a happy-go-lucky young man in love. A song sung by Vineeth Sreenivasan plays in the background. The technical crew of this film includes Shaan Rahman for music and Swaroop Philip for cinematography. Vineeth Sreenivasan is the creative director of the film.

MollywoodThe film will be the fifth one Vineeth directs and the first in which he will not be associating with Shaan Rahman for the music.Digital NativeSinger, actor and filmmaker Vineeth Sreenivasan announced his next directorial project, with Kalyani Priyadarshan and Pranav Mohanlal in the lead, some time ago. The groundwork for this film, titled Hridayam, has begun and the shooting will commence soon, we hear. Meanwhile, Vineeth has revealed that he will collaborating with a musician in Istanbul for the music composition of the film. Confirming this, he wrote on his Instagram page, “Recording live instruments with some incredibly talented musicians in Istanbul for Hridayam!! past few days have been a great learning experience. Can’t wait to bring the songs out to you guys.. keep us in prayers (sic).” View this post on Instagram Recording live instruments with some incredibly talented musicians in Istanbul for Hridayam!! past few...

MollywoodThe actor-director who plays a Christian priest in the film, directed by Jijo Joseph, returned to work after getting treated for his injury.Digital NativeJude Anthany Joseph, director and actor, was injured on the sets of his upcoming film Varayan. He was shooting in Alapuzha when the accident occurred. Production controller Binu Murali, in an interview to the New Indian Express, said, “When he was boarding a boat for shooting for the upcoming movie Varayan, he slipped and injured his leg.” Jude, who plays a Christian priest in the film, was admitted to a private hospital where he was treated and then returned to complete the shooting. Directed by Jijo Joseph, Varayan has Siju Wilson and Leona Lishoy playing the lead roles. Ag Premachandran is bankrolling the film under his banner Satyam Cinemas. It may be noted here that Jude also has his directorial 2403 ft in the making. Tovino Thomas...

MollywoodThe film will be based on writer Gr Indugopan’s detective series.Digital NativeDirector Jude Anthany Joseph will be making a film on novelist Gr Indugopan’s Detective Prabhakaran series. It has also been officially announced that the film has been titled Detective Prabhakaran. Pk Muralidharan and Santha Murali will be producing the movie under the banner of Anantha Vision. While announcing the title, the director requested his fans to come out with suggestions on who would be apt to play the lead role in Detective Prabhakaran. Now, we need to wait for an official word on the lead actor in Detective Prabhakaran. It may be noted here that Jude Anthany Joseph’s is also working on his upcoming film 2403 ft. The film is bankrolled by Anto Joseph under the banner Anto Joseph Film Company. Jude Anthany has scripted the film in association with John Manthrickal. Reports are that the...

ReviewThe film, directed by newcomer Mathukutty Xavier, is a happy mix of enjoyable everyday life and gripping panicky moments.CrisAn old woman shuts the wardrobe in her room and says she is afraid when the clock strikes 9 in the morning. At her door is the next door neighbour, a young nurse ready with a syringe. “You have given birth to five children and are still afraid of an injection,” she says, before rubbing the other woman’s hands mechanically to do the daily deed. In those few moments, the two women, separated by age and a few fences, exchange the most casual words, intimate pleas. When the older woman says your dad doesn’t want you to go to Canada, the nurse has a bored expression before she answers and then rushes out. Those minute expressions flickering on her face when she does the nurse’s job and talks at the same time,...

MollywoodThe movie, the third in the ‘Aadu’ series directed by Midhun Manuel Thomas, is expected to release next year.Digital NativeDuring the 100th day celebrations of the Jayasurya starrer Aadu 2, the filmmakers had revealed that plans are on to release its third part next year. And now we have the news that Sunny Wayne and Vinayakan have been signed up to team with Jayasurya in Aadu 3. Incidentally, all three stars were part of Aadu and Aadu 2. In Aadu 3, Jayasurya will be playing the role Shaji Pappan while Sunny Wayne and Vinayakan will be reprising their characters Sathan Xavier and Dude respectively. Reports are that some new characters may be introduced in Aadu 3. Plans are on to release the film for Onam next year and the makers are planning the project on a large canvas, we hear. Further, the buzz is that Aadu 3 may get a 3D version too. Written and directed by Midhun Manuel Thomas,...