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Here’s The Top 5 Malayalam Action-Thrillers You Can Watch On Ott ( Photo Credit – Twitter; Instagram )

The Malayalam movie Marco is drawing attention for its intense action scenes. The Ott release date for the film has not yet been confirmed. Malayalam cinema has been known for its exceptional thrillers even before Marco. Here are five other Malayalam action thrillers that are just as captivating as Marco. These movies are available on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar and SonyLIV.

1. Aavesham

Aavesham is a recent Malayalam blockbuster directed by Jithu Madhavan and produced by Nazriya Nazim and Anwar Rasheed. It features Fahadh Faasil in the lead role and Hipzster, Mithun Jai Shankar, and Roshan Shanavas in key roles. The story has many twists, and it is all about three friends in Bengaluru who join hands with a goon to take revenge on a college bully. This film is available on Netflix.

2. Anchakkallakokkan

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Mumbai-based filmmaker Nikhil Mahajan’s environmental thriller Raavsaaheb is his third project to find a home at the International Film Festival of India (Iffi), playing in its international competition.

Mahajan’s career has shown range and diversity, both in terms of the stories he tells and the genres and styles he works in. After studying at Sydney Film School, his debut feature, Pune-52 (2013), was a neo noir about a detective struggling with issues of masculinity; second feature Baji (2015) was a vigilante superhero film; and Godavari an emotional family drama. Internationally his works have screened at festivals from Vancouver to Zagreb.

Indian sales outfit Indywood Distribution Network has sold Rupesh Paul’s “Kamasutra — The Revenge” wide ahead of Hong Kong’s film rights market FilMart.

Starring Sherlyn Chopra, Milind Gunaji and Gajendra Chauhan, and produced by San2Creations, the film follows two princesses — one who is robbed of her dreams when forced to accept a middle-aged king as her husband, and another thirsty for revenge.

Indywood has sold the film to Twin, A2 Filmes (Latin America TV/VOD), Filmbridge, Pioneer Film and Rft Films.

The company has an extensive FilMart slate that also includes Sri Lankan auteur Prasanna Vithanage’s “Paradise,” winner of the Kim Jiseok award at Busan 2023 and nominated in four categories at the Asian Film Awards. Produced by Newton Cinema and starring Roshan Mathew, Darshana Rajendran and Shyam Fernando, the film follows an Indian couple who arrive in the hill country of crisis-ridden Sri Lanka to celebrate their fifth wedding anniversary.

Malaikottai Vaaliban Ott Release Date Confirmed: Find Out When and Where to Watch This Mohanlal Starrer, Directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery (Picture Credit: IMDb) What is the story of Malaikottai Vaaliban?

‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ is a multifaceted narrative blending action, fantasy, history, and drama. The story revolves around Vaaliban, an undefeated warrior whose encounter with a dancer named Rangapattinam Rangarani and a mysterious figure named Chamathakan sets off a chain of events.

Who are the creators of Malaikottai Vaaliban?

Lijo Jose Pellissery as the director, P.S. Rafeeque as the writer, and starring Mohanlal, Sonalee Kulkarni, and Hareesh Peradi, with Danish Sait portraying the antagonist. Along with cinematographer Madhu Neelakandan and composer Prashant Pillai. The film was produced by John & Mary Creative, Century Films, Maxlab Cinemas and Entertainments, Saregama, and Amen Movie Monastery, with a budget of Rs 65 crore.

Theatrical release, response, and box office

The film made its theatrical debut...

Malaikottai Vaaliban’s 2nd Weekend Box Office Collections (Photo Credit – IMDb)

Malaikottai Vaaliban earned 12.89 crore in its first week at the Box Office in India. The movie’s performance in its first week was not up to the mark. Therefore, not much was expected from its earnings in the second week either. Keep reading to learn more about how Malaikottai Vaaliban fared in its second week at the Box Office.

As expected, the movie’s earnings decreased in its second week. However, it still managed to collect a significant amount, with 15 lakhs on Day 9 (the second Friday), followed by 25 lakhs on Day 10 (the second Saturday), and an estimated 30 lakhs on Day 11 (the second Sunday).

Malaikottai Vaaliban earned only 70 lakhs in its second weekend, bringing its total net India collections to 13.59 crore. The movie stars Mohanlal and Sonalee Kulkarni.

Trending Abhishek Bachchan Vs Hrithik Roshan Box Office Day 1: Whopping 237.77% Higher...

Actress Sonalee Kulkarni, who is receiving a lot of positive response to her work in the recently released Mohanlal-starrer film ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’, shared her experience working with the Malayalam cinema legend, Mohanlal.

She narrated an incident from the shoot about the Malayalam megastar’s generosity.

Elaborating on the same, the actress said: “Collaborating with Mohanlal sir was an immersion into the realm of cinematic brilliance and unparalleled dedication. From the very first encounter on the sets in Jaisalmer, his warm welcome set the tone for an extraordinary journey. During his action sequence shoot, amidst the cold desert winds, his immediate concern for my comfort epitomised his generosity and camaraderie.”

She continued: “It was during this shoot that I witnessed firsthand his commitment to perfection, every action sequence, a testament to his enduring passion for his craft. He not only recognised my work but also expressed genuine curiosity about the...

It all started well in Malaikottai Vaaliban. The arid landscape, the aesthetic color palette, characters popping out of carefully crafted set pieces, and the striking background score, reminiscent of Ennio Morricone – it was evident Lijo Jose Pellissery had been watching too many spaghetti westerns. Pellissery, known for his breakout indie Angamaly Diaries, kept his inspirations intact as he introduced Mohanlal, who embodies Malaikottai Vaaliban, a mighty wrestler and wandering warrior. The film opens with a satisfying sequence. An ox cart slowly rumbles through the deserted landscape of a village. A young man walking along the ox cart announces with the same vigor as a wrestling announcer that the cart belongs to Malaikottai Vaaliban. Then, a chain of micro-events unfolds – a teenage boy running, a wrestler getting angry, his seductive wife laughing in his face, and people gluing up in an open field like in a Fevicol advertisement. As the commotion reaches its crescendo,...

Advance Booking Update Of Malaikottai Vaaliban (Photo Credit – IMDb)

Mohanlal’s Malaikottai Vaaliban is all for a grand release in theatres tomorrow. The film has been highly anticipated in the Malayalam film industry, and expectations are very high. As far as the advance is concerned, the biggie is enjoying an impressive response at the box office. Keep reading to know more!

Makers skip dubbed release?

As per promos and several reports, the biggie was scheduled to be released in multiple Indian languages. However, if we check the online ticket booking platforms, there’s only the original Malayalam version available for advance booking. In the Hindi belt, there’s no Hindi dubbed version. The same is the situation with other dubbed versions like Kannada, Tamil, and Telugu.

Malaikottai Vaaliban’s day 1 advance booking in India

Lalettan’s biggie is enjoying solid pre-release buzz at the Indian box office in terms of advance booking.

The much-awaited Malayalam period action film Malaikottai Vaaliban, starring Mohanlal and directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, has completed its final schedule of shooting. The team announced the news on social media with a poster featuring Mohanlal as a wrestler and the release date of January 25, 2024. From the sources, the team is currently shooting three days patch work in Ernamkulam. Reportedly, Mohanlal is not part of the patch shoot.

The film, which is set in the pre-independence era, revolves around the life and adventures of a wrestler from Malaikottai, a fictional village in Tamil Nadu. Mohanlal plays the titular role of Malaikottai Vaaliban, who is known for his strength and courage. The film also stars Sonalee Kulkarni, Hareesh Peradi, Danish Sait, Manikandan R. Achari, and others in pivotal roles.

Malaikottai Vaaliban Glimpse

The film was shot across Rajasthan, Chennai, and Puducherry for around 130 days from January to June 2023. The last schedule...

The much-awaited historical epic Thangalaan, directed by Pa. Ranjith and starring Vikram, Parvathy Thiruvothu, Malavika Mohanan and Dan Caltagirone, is all set to hit the screens on January 26, 2024. The film, which is based on the life of Thangalaan, a Tamil warrior who fought against the British colonial rule in the 18th century, has been in the making for over two years. The film is produced by K. E. Gnanavel Raja under his banner Studio Green, in association with Neelam Productions, Netflix India, Api Films, Mango Mass Media and Home Screen Entertainment.

The makers of Thangalaan have announced that the teaser of the film will be released on November 1, 2021, coinciding with the Tamil Nadu Day. The teaser will give a glimpse of the grandeur and scale of the film, which has been shot extensively in India, Sri Lanka and England. The film boasts of a stellar technical crew, including music director G. V. Prakash Kumar,...

Rashmi Agdekar, known for her stellar performances in web shows is all set to make her debut in the Marathi films with ‘Raavsaheb’, directed by none other than National award winning director of ‘Godavari’ Nikhil Mahajan. She began her acting career in 2017 with the web series, Dev Dd, and shot to fame with TVFs Immature followed by her Bollywood debut with the black comedy, Andhadhun.

The talented actress who left an indelible mark on the hearts of the audiences with her remarkable performance over the years, and now her fans eagerly await to see her act in her mother tongue!

Her ability to portray characters with authenticity has earned her accolades from both viewers and critics alike. And this effortless charm and acting prowess have makes her a promising talent in the industry. The young actress recently announced the big news on social media.

Talking about the same Rashmi shared,...

Rashmi Agdekar, known for her stellar performances in web shows is all set to make her debut in the Marathi films with ‘Raavsaheb’, directed by none other than National award winning director of ‘Godavari’ Nikhil Mahajan. She began her acting career in 2017 with the web series, Dev Dd, and shot to fame with TVFs Immature followed by her Bollywood debut with the black comedy, Andhadhun.

The talented actress who left an indelible mark on the hearts of the audiences with her remarkable performance over the years, and now her fans eagerly await to see her act in her mother tongue!

Her ability to portray characters with authenticity has earned her accolades from both viewers and critics alike. And this effortless charm and acting prowess have makes her a promising talent in the industry. The young actress recently announced the big news on social media.

Talking about the same Rashmi shared,...

Tinu Pappachan, the associate director of the upcoming Malayalam period action film Malaikottai Vaaliban, has once again expressed his confidence in the film’s success. In a recent interview, he said, “Padam polikkum, Though I can’t reveal much, I’m confident that it’ll be an extraordinary theatre experience. The visual language that Lijo Chettan has attempted in it is something we have not seen before.” 1

Malaikottai Vaaliban, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery and starring Mohanlal in the lead role, is one of the most awaited films of 2024. The film is scheduled to hit the theatres worldwide on January 25, 2024, coinciding with the Republic Day weekend2 The film is a period drama that revolves around the life of a legendary wrestler who fought against the British colonial rule3

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Pappachan also revealed that Pellissery is single-handedly handling the post-production works of the film. He said, “He doesn’t need...

The teaser of the upcoming Marathi film ‘Raavsaaheb’, which was unveiled on Tuesday, promises a thrilling ride into the jungles. The teaser opens with a bird-eye shot of a dense jungle as the quote from Mahatma Gandhi about humans’ greed to milk the forests. It then introduces all the characters from the film in slow motion and intriguing shots.

As the teaser culminates, the viewers get to witness the conflict of the story – a tiger on the loose as indicated by his pugmarks.

The teaser, without giving away too much, makes a statement about the man-animal conflict in the ever commercialised world as human beings encroach on forest lands to satisfy their needs.

The production value seems to be top-notch and why not afterall the film has been directed by the National Award-winning filmmaker Nikhil Mahajan, who is known for his exceptional work in Marathi cinema.

The film, which stars Mukta Barve,...

The teaser of the upcoming Marathi film ‘Raavsaaheb’, which was unveiled on Tuesday, promises a thrilling ride into the jungles. The teaser opens with a bird-eye shot of a dense jungle as the quote from Mahatma Gandhi about humans’ greed to milk the forests. It then introduces all the characters from the film in slow motion and intriguing shots.

As the teaser culminates, the viewers get to witness the conflict of the story – a tiger on the loose as indicated by his pugmarks.

The teaser, without giving away too much, makes a statement about the man-animal conflict in the ever commercialised world as human beings encroach on forest lands to satisfy their needs.

The production value seems to be top-notch and why not afterall the film has been directed by the National Award-winning filmmaker Nikhil Mahajan, who is known for his exceptional work in Marathi cinema.

The film, which stars Mukta Barve,...

Malayalam megastar Mohanlal will be soon seen in the upcoming film ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ as the film has locked its release date for January 25, 2024. The film has been directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, whose earlier film ‘Jallikattu’ was India’s official entry to the Oscars, back in 2020.

The film also stars Sonalee Kulkarni, Hareesh Peradi, Manoj Moses, Katha Nandi, Danish Sait and Manikandan R. Achari.

Talking about the film, Mohanlal said: “To work with Lijo Jose Pellissery has been very enriching as his cinematic approach is totally unique. His films stand apart not just for their technical finesse but also their themes and this project is no different. I hope, together we will be able to live up to the expectations of the audience.”

The film is set in the pre-independence era, and is a mass action entertainer with visuals to watch out for as it was shot across Rajasthan, Chennai,...

Malayalam megastar Mohanlal will be soon seen in the upcoming film ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ as the film has locked its release date for January 25, 2024. The film has been directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, whose earlier film ‘Jallikattu’ was India’s official entry to the Oscars, back in 2020.

The film also stars Sonalee Kulkarni, Hareesh Peradi, Manoj Moses, Katha Nandi, Danish Sait and Manikandan R. Achari.

Talking about the film, Mohanlal said: “To work with Lijo Jose Pellissery has been very enriching as his cinematic approach is totally unique. His films stand apart not just for their technical finesse but also their themes and this project is no different. I hope, together we will be able to live up to the expectations of the audience.”

The film is set in the pre-independence era, and is a mass action entertainer with visuals to watch out for as it was shot across Rajasthan, Chennai,...

Malaikottai Vaaliban, the much-awaited period action drama starring Mohanlal in the lead role, has unveiled its new poster and release date, sending the fans into a frenzy. The film, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery and written by P. S. Rafeeque, is set to hit the screens on January 25, 2024, coinciding with the Republic Day weekend.

Malaikottai Vaaliban Glimpse

Malaikottai Vaaliban is said to be a musical period drama that follows the life of a legendary man whose struggles and achievements pave the way for future generations. Mohanlal plays the role of a wrestler from Malaikottai, a fictional kingdom in pre-Independence India. The film also stars Sonalee Kulkarni, Hareesh Peradi, Danish Sait, Manikandan R. Achari, Hariprashanth Varma, Katha Nandi, Andrea Ravera, Manoj Moses, Sanjana Chandran, Suchithra Nair and Rajeev Pillai in pivotal roles.

The film has been produced by Shibu Baby John for his maiden production house John & Mary Creative, along with Century Films,...

Malaikottai Vaaliban: Mohanlal to reveal a surprise tomorrow Fans of Mohanlal are in for a treat as the superstar has announced that he will share some news about his upcoming film Malaikottai Vaaliban tomorrow at 5 pm. The actor took to his official WhatsApp channel to tease his followers with a message that read, “Hey, it’s been a while since we talked about Malaikottai Vaaliban. How about we do it tomorrow at 5 pm? Yes, I got some news for you! Hang tight!”.

Malaikottai Vaaliban is one of the most anticipated films of Mohanlal, as it marks his first collaboration with acclaimed director Lijo Jose Pellissery. The film is said to be a period action drama in which Mohanlal plays the role of a wrestler. The film also features Sonalee Kulkarni, Danish Sait, Hareesh Peradi, and Manikandan R. Achari in pivotal roles. The film has been shot in Rajasthan, Chennai, and...

Mohanlal, the Malayalam superstar, is gearing up for two highly ambitious films — Lijo Jose Pellissery’s Malaikottai Vaaliban and Jeethu Joseph’s Neru. Both films have generated significant buzz among the fans and the media, as they promise to showcase different facets of the actor’s versatility and charisma.

Malaikottai Vaaliban, which translates to ‘Hero of Malaikottai’, is a period action film co-produced and directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, who is known for his experimental and acclaimed films like Angamaly Diaries, Ee.Ma.Yau, and Jallikattu. The film marks the first collaboration between Pellissery and Mohanlal, who plays the role of a wrestler in the film. The film also features Sonalee Kulkarni, Hareesh Peradi, Danish Sait, Manikandan R. Achari, and Hariprashanth Varma in pivotal roles. The film has been shot in various locations in Rajasthan, Chennai, and Pondicherry, with a lavish budget and a grand scale. The film’s music has been composed by Prashant Pillai,...

Fans of Mohanlal, the legendary superstar of Malayalam cinema, are eagerly waiting for his two upcoming films – Malaikottai Vaaliban and Barroz. The former is directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, the acclaimed filmmaker of Jallikattu fame, while the latter marks Mohanlal’s debut as a director. Both films are expected to be visual spectacles with high-octane action and fantasy elements.

However, there were some conflicting reports about the release dates of these two films, creating confusion among the audience. Some sources claimed that Malaikottai Vaaliban, a period drama in which Mohanlal plays a wrestler, would hit the theatres by the end of 2023, while Barroz, a 3D film based on a Portuguese-Afro-Indian myth, would release in December 2023 as a Christmas special.

Barroz Promo Teaser

Now, it has been clarified from multiple sources that Malaikottai Vaaliban will indeed be the Christmas release of Mohanlal, while Barroz is still uncertain about its release date.

Malaikottai Valiban is a highly anticipated Malayalam movie that marks the first collaboration between director Lijo Jose Pellissery and actor Mohanlal. The film is a musical period drama that revolves around the life of a wrestler who becomes a hero of Malaikottai, a fictional kingdom in South India.

The film is produced by Shibu Baby John for his maiden production house John & Mary Creative, along with Century Films, Maxlab Cinemas and Entertainments, and Amen Movie Monastery. The screenplay is written by P. S. Rafeeque, who has previously worked with Pellissery in Angamaly Diaries and Amen. The music is composed by Prashant Pillai, who has also collaborated with Pellissery in several films such as Jallikattu, Ee Ma Yau, and Double Barrel.

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The film boasts of a stellar star cast that includes Mohanlal in the lead role, along with Sonalee Kulkarni, Hareesh Peradi, Danish Sait, Manikandan R. Achari, Hariprashanth Varma Katha Nandi,...

Malaikottai Vaaliban, the much-awaited period action film starring Mohanlal in the lead role, is all set to hit the theatres on Christmas this year. The film, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery and written by P. S. Rafeeque, is a historical drama that follows the life of a legendary man whose struggles and achievements pave the way for future generations12

The film marks the first collaboration between Pellissery and Mohanlal, who is also playing a dual role in the film. The film also features Sonalee Kulkarni, Hareesh Peradi, Danish Sait, Manikandan R. Achari, and Andrea Ravera in pivotal roles. The music is composed by Prashant Pillai, while the cinematography is handled by Madhu Neelakandan and the editing by Deepu S. Joseph12

Malaikottai Vaaliban Glimpse

Malaikottai Vaaliban was shot in various locations across Rajasthan, Chennai, and Pondicherry for about 130 days from January to June 2023. The film is produced by Shibu Baby John...

Malaikottai Vaaliban is an upcoming Malayalam movie that promises to be a mass entertainer with a lot of action, drama, and comedy. The film is directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, who is known for his unconventional and experimental films like Angamaly Diaries, Ee.Ma.Yau, Jallikattu, and Churuli. The film stars Mohanlal, one of the most versatile and popular actors in Indian cinema, who has won several national and state awards for his performances.

In a recent interview, Vijay Babu, the producer and co-star of the film, revealed some interesting details about the film and what the audience can expect from it. He said that Lijo Jose Pellissery always wanted to do a mass film that would appeal to a wide range of viewers. He said that Lijo had tried to do that with Double Barrel in 2015, but he was not satisfied with the outcome. He said that Malaikottai Vaaliban is Lijo...

The teaser of the upcoming Marathi film ‘Moghul Mardini Chhatrapati Tararani’ was unveiled on Saturday. It is laced with action and battle sequences with actress Sonalee Kulkarni’s titular character delivering the monologues of resistance against the invading forces.

The film, directed by Rahul Jadhav, follows the story of the Maratha warrior queen, Tarabai Bhosale, who served as the regent of the Maratha Empire of India from 1700 until 1708. She was the daughter-in-law of the Maratha empire’s founder Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and the queen of Rajaram Bhonsale.

She is known for her role in keeping alive the resistance against Mughal occupation of Maratha territories after the death of her husband, and acting as the regent during the minority of her son, Shivaji 2.

Talking about the film, Sonalee Kulkarni shared: “This has been an extremely difficult yet passionate project which has my heart and soul. To relate to such a brave...

National award winner Akshay Bardapurkar, the man behind changing the face of Marathi entertainment received the highest honours for a film from the hands of The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu. Having given the industry some of its biggest wins in a short span, Bardapurkar was presented with the ‘Best Marathi Film’ award for his production ‘Goshta Eka Paithanichi’ which will release on 2nd December 2022 in cinemas.

The award-winning ‘Goshta Eka Paithanichi’ tells a simple story of a woman’s will and resilience, led by actor Sayali Sanjeev, who has received great praise for her stellar performance along with her co-actors Suvrat Joshi and Mrinal Kulkarni.

Tracking his trajectory, Bardapurkar has been seen creating a large thriving space for strong female talent. Be it web or cinema, his stories have set new benchmarks in the industry for women. On Ott, the gritty political thriller ‘Raanbaazaar’ which trended in 7+ countries...

Cameras are set to roll for the Marathi epic historical period film ‘Moghul Mardini Chhatrapati Tararani’ as the film went on floors on Tuesday.

The film will follow the life of the great Maratha warrior queen, Chhatrapati Tararani who fought valiantly with several foreign regimes for the pride and freedom of her people.

Chhatrapati Tararani is known for ending Aurangzeb’s dream of destroying Swarajya by giving tough resistance to the Mughal king. Marathi actress Sonalee Kulkarni will essay the titular role of the queen, who was widowed at the age of 25, yet never dropped her valour.

Having worked in period dramas in the past, Kulkarni will now take on the responsibility of playing the Maratha empire’s beloved Queen.

Commenting on the occasion of the film going into production, Sonalee Kulkarni said in a statement, “I am humbled to play the role of such a valiant woman and pride of our Maratha culture.

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Discovery Plus India’s original investigative documentary series “Dangals of Crime: The Untold Truth About Indian Wrestling,” is now streaming. It traces the meteoric rise of the Olympic sport, in which India has seven summer Olympics medals, and also explores its dark underbelly. Wrestling’s popularity reached a crescendo in India after iconic wrestlers Sushil Kumar and Yogeshwar Dutt secured three medals collectively across the 2008 Beijing games and the 2012 London games. Disney’s wrestling-based 2016 film “Dangal,” starring Aamir Khan, is India’s highest grossing film of all time with $270 million.

The series, produced by Vice Studios Production and directed by Niyantha Shekar (Tribeca X award finalist “The Mind Behind”), has contributions from several former coaches and wrestlers, including Satbir Singh, Virender Kumar, Anil Mann and Ramphal Mann,

Megha Tata, MD, South Asia, Discovery, Inc. said: “’Dangals of Crime’ delves deep into the realms of wrestling, a sport that has...

Prime Video, today announced its latest Amazon Original series, Bestseller. Featuring an exceptional ensemble cast including Mithun Chakraborty, Shruti Haasan, Arjan Bajwa, Gauahar Khan, Satyajeet Dubey, and Sonalee Kulkarni, in prominent roles, the series has been directed by Mukul Abhyankar and written by Anvita Dutt and Althea Kaushal. Produced by Siddharth Malhotra under the banner […]...

Veteran producer Anand Pandit is on a roll. With over 52 productions behind him and multiple projects in planning and development stage, he has now announced his third Marathi production, ‘Victoria’ in association with Pushkar Jog’s Goosebumps Entertainment. ‘Victoria’ stars Pushkar Jog, Sonalee Kulkarni, Aashay Kulkarni and Heera Sohal. The film’s co producer is Vaishal […]...

Mumbai, March 15 (Ians) Suspense movies are always fascinating. They drive an adrenaline-pumping excitement about the unknown and tease your imagination. But what if the film is not just a fictional tale?

Inspired by real-life folklores from the remote corners of Maharashtra, is the upcoming suspense thriller Hakamari.

Planet Marathi's Cmd Akshay Bardapurkar and debutant producer Sonalee Kulkarni will be presenting this first-ever interactive web film in the Marathi film industry. This is Planet Marathi's first web film and will be helmed by the Filmfare Award-winning iconic director Sameer Vidwans. The makers haven't revealed much about the storyline yet, but the title itself creates mystery and is sure to stir excitement among the audiences that follow regional Marathi content across the world.

The Filmfare Award-winning director Sameer Vidwans has proved his mettle in the industry ever since his directorial debut Time Please in 2013. His films Dhurala, Anandi Gopal, Yz, Double Seat,...

CoronavirusThe film is shot entirely in black and white and you may wonder why. Tnm StaffIt begins with Amitabh Bachchan searching for his sunglasses at home. And pretty soon, you see superstars from film industries across the country engaged in a search for it. Titled We Are One Family, the film is supported by Kalyan Jewellers and has a slew of stars including Rajinikanth, Priyanka Chopra, Chiranjeevi, Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Mammootty, Mohanlal, Shiivarajkumar, Prosenjit Chatterjee, Sonalee Kulkarni and Diljit Dosanjh apart from Amitabh. The film is shot entirely in black and white and you may wonder why. But, the reason becomes evident towards the end. All the scenes were shot in the respective homes of the actors, without anyone stepping out. So to maintain consistency in the colours and setting, black and white was the way to go. Towards the end, Amitabh reveals why he was looking for the...

It was on the night of Kojagiri that 'Hirkani' had shown the courage to descend the steep edges of Raigad, to meet her baby.

Also read:?Ajay Devgn: Learnt about Maratha history while prepping for 'Tanhaji'

This is the story of a simple milkmaid Hirkani, lovingly called Hira, living at the foothills of Raigad. It depicts Hira's courage as a mother. As the doors of the fort shut after sunset Hirkani is stuck at the fort and her baby remains alone at home.

The thought that her baby is alone and hungry gets Hirkani so anxious and worried that on the night of Kojagiri she takes up the seemingly impossible task of descending the steep edges of the fort.?

The trailer gives us glimpses of all the difficulties Hirkani faced on her way down the fort. Actress Sonalee Kulkarni has portrayed the role of Hirkani beautifully. Actor Ameet Khedekar...

Anand Pandit Motion Pictures, a leading production house in the country that is committed to offering holistic entertainment. The Production House?s expedition into Marathi Cinema begins with co-producing a romantic Marathi movie titled Ti And Ti which features Pushkar Jog, Sonalee Kulkarni and Prarthana Behere Jawkar as lead characters.

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The founder, Anand Pandit who has been associated with around 40 Bollywood movies in the past, said, "The story of Ti And Ti was definitely very interesting and that was my sole reason for choosing to co-produce it. I have always said quality content will remain the key to success, so long as good content comes my way I am willing to back it wholeheartedly. Apart from that, it was a great combination of the director and actors who were a part of the movie. It was a good opportunity to let it pass"

Anand Pandit Motion Picture has been part...

Watch Amol Parchure's review of Marathi film Hampi starring Sonalee Kulkarni, Priydarshan Jadhav, Prajakta Mali, Lalit Prabhakar and Chhaya Kadam. The film is directed by Prakash Kunte...

Grand Masti, which released in 2013, has been caught up with the Censor board for the past two years waiting for a clearance to be screened on television. The makers of the film can finally heave a sigh of relief as the Delhi High Court removed the stay on the telecast of Grand Masti on television.

Grand Masti, is an adult comedy which is a sequel to Masti and faced many censorships during its release too. The film which received an 'A' certificate during its release later received a U/A certification in January after over 215 cuts which reduced the film's length from 135 minutes to just 98 minutes. While the film was supposed to be screened on August 21, the television premiere was stalled after a Pil was filed by Edara Gopi Chand through advocate Gaurav Bansal against the telecast of the film.

Post that, the media channel which was supposed to screen...

For all those who were eagerly waiting the telecast of the sex comedy film Grand Masti on television tomorrow, here is some bad news for you. The Delhi High Court has now stayed the TV premiere of the said film on the grounds of the film was not certified for unrestricted public exhibition and cannot be televised under the Cable Network Regulation Act. A Bench, consisting of Cj G. Rohini and Justice Jayant Nath, was of the prima facie opinion that under the said Act, any film that has a 'U/A' or 'A' certification, which were not suitable for unrestricted exhibition, cannot be shown on television. While the court was passing the interim order, it also issued a notice to Mib (Ministry of Information and Broadcasting) and also to the Cbfc (Central Board of Film Certification), in which it sought their replies by September 16 of this year for a...

Mumbai, Sep 23: Actress Sonalee Kulkarni, seen in "Grand Masti", has hinted that the filmmakers are already planning a third movie to the franchise.

"The best compliment for a filmmaker is when the audience asks them about the next part. So yes, it's a compliment and I am sure our makers are listening to it. Definitely, the process for a third part must have begun," Sonalee said here at the Globoil India Awards Saturday.

Asked if she would be a part of the third film, Sonalee said: "I don't know! It would be too early to say it. The script has not started and they are still contemplating on it because the audience.

Film: "Grand Masti"; Cast: Vivek Oberoi, Aftab Shivdasani, Riteish Deshmukh, Sonalee Kulkarni, Bruna Abdullah, Manjari Phadnis, Kainaat Arora, Karishma Tanna and Maryam Zakaria; Director: Indra Kumar; Rating: no rating

We can re-christen "Grand Masti" as "Dildo Chahta Hai". And if that sounds crude then wait till you see and hear what Indra Kumar's new cocksure comedy has in store for you. There is no pulling back from the black hole of luridness this time.

I remember many of Indra Kumar's film featured a particular tree, which the director considers lucky. There is a tree here in "Grand Masti" too, where a rigid college principal hangs any student who looks with lascivious intent at the girls on the campus.

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There are as many as six leading ladies in Grand Masti - Manjari Phadnis, Karishma Tanna, Sonalee Kulkarni, Bruna Abdulla, Maryam Zakaria and Kainaat Arora. However, despite an overtly risqué content that is on display in this Indra Kumar directed affair, none of them felt offended or uncomfortable about any of the sequences that were being canned, whether with or without them. Read More...

There are as many as six leading ladies in Grand Masti - Manjari Phadnis, Karishma Tanna, Sonalee Kulkarni, Bruna Abdulla, Maryam Zakaria and Kainaat Arora. However, despite an overtly risque content that is on display in this Indra Kumar directed affair, none of them felt offended or uncomfortable about any of the sequences that were being canned, whether with or without them.

Bollywood lately has been exploring new genres for the audiences. Adult comedy is one amongst them and Grand Masti is the latest addition to the list of movies in this genre. A sequel to the 2004 hit Masti, this movie is sure to grab many an eye balls.

With the movie’s uncensored trailer receiving an overwhelming response from the audiences, the Grand Masti team is eager to see the response the movie receives post its release. The movie stars Aftab Shivdasani, Vivek Oberoi and Riteish Deshmukh in naughty characters once again after their last stint together in 2004.

“It’s in a different space and genre – the adult genre. Not many films are made in that space. I think people want these kinds of films. If it manages to entertain them and the audience like it then the sky is the limit… you never know what will happen,” said an excited...

Mumbai, Aug 23: Marathi actress Sonalee Kulkarni, who has been paired with Riteish Deshmukh in adult comedy "Grand Masti", marvels at her co-actor's sense of humour and says it was not easy for her to match his comic timing.

In "Grand Masti", a sequel to 2004 film "Masti", Sonalee will be seen as Riteish's wife. The fun film marks Sonalee's Bollywood debut.

"Riteish is one of the finest actors in Bollywood. He has got an amazing sense of humour and amazing comic timing. I enjoyed a lot working with him. He brings about humour in everything that he says," Sonalee said here Thursday in an interview.

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We have a new song from Grand Masti! Zulmi Zulmi is sung by the great Mika Singh with music by Anand Raj Anand.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3f5aXZJSFPM

Grand Masti starring Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi & Aftab Shivdasani along with Manjari Fadnis, Karishma Tanna, Sonalee Kulkarni, Maryam Zakaria and Bruna Abdullah. The movie, which is the sequel to the hit Masti, is directed by Indra Kumar and is set to release on 13th September 2013.

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Directed by Indra Kumar, Grand Masti is the upcoming sequel to the hilarious Masti set to release on September 13th! Yes, the Masti boys, Vivek Oberoi, Aftab Shivdasani, Riteish Deshmukh are back and once again are creating havoc and having fun at a college reunion and we get to join in! The film also stars Manjari Fadnis, Karishma Tanna, Sonalee Kulkarni, Maryam Zakaria and Bruna Abdullah.

We have your first song from the funny film. “Grand Masti” title track is a fun and peppy dance number sunb by Sanjeev Rathod, Darshan Rathod, Payal Dev. Composed by Sanjeev – Darshan the lyrics are by Kumaar.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcVnDwMQy7k

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The trailer of Grand Masti featuring Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi, Aftab Shivdasani and Hotties Manjari Phadnis, Karishma Tanna, Sonalee Kulkarni, Kainaat Arora, Bruna Abdalah, Maryam Zakaria has taken the double meaning jokes to another level. Perhaps we haven't seen such a bold trailer before. It was the year of 2004 when Masti set a trend by presenting the hot topic of adultery in a new & refreshing light by giving us a rip roaring insight into the lives of 3 married men...

It was the year of 2004 when Masti set a trend by presenting the hot topic of adultery in a new and refreshing light by giving a rip roaring insight into the lives of 3 married men having an extra marital affair to spice up their lives. Now after a hiatus of 9 years, taking forward the legacy of the brand, the Masti team is back again with a sequel Grand Masti which promises to be bigger, funnier and dhamakedaar. Post completion of its shoot, Maruti International's Grand Masti has cleared the Indian Censor Board and is all set for an end August-early September release. Confirms Producer Ashok Thakeria, "Grand Masti is a sequel to India's first Adult Comedy, carrying forward the tone set in the first part. I'm sure the audience will not be disappointed as we have taken this film many notches higher than its original flick. " Director Indra Kumar's...

Shooting of Grand Masti, the sequel to Indra Kumar's sex-comedy Masti, is on in full swing. While it's common knowledge that the film once again stars the naughty trio of Riteish Deshmukh, Vivek Oberoi and Aftab Shivdasani, not much was known about the leading ladies of the film. However, now it's been revealed the Grand Masti will feature not 3 but 6 leading ladies. The actresses who will be seen in the film include Manjari Fadnis, Karishma Tanna, Sonalee Kulkarni, Bruna Abdullah, Maryam Zakaria and Kainaat Arora. Besides this, the film also features Suresh Menon and Pradeep Rawat (of Ghajini fame) in supporting roles. While the makers have finished one schedule in Mumbai, the next schedule will take place in Baroda, Gujarat. Grand Masti is written by Milap Zaveri and Tushar Hiranandani and directed by Indra Kumar.