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There have been only a few anthologies in the Malayalam cinema space that have distinguished themselves from the usual cinema we watch on the big or small screens. Kerala Café and 5 Sundarikal are among them as they contain stories that are still a part of the discourse years after being released. Adding to that is the up-and-coming Zee5 Global Malayalam film anthology, Manorathangal, which could be loosely translated to “chariots of the mind.” This one is special. For the first time, all the best directors, storytellers, and actors from the Malayalam industry come forward to pay tribute to one of the most legendary novelists and screenplay writers, Mt Vasudevan Nair.

To those who are unaware of Mt Vasudevan Nair’s bibliography and filmography, the stories he has written over the years have been adapted into countless films. The standout ones are Nirmalyam (1973), Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha (1989), Sadayam (1992), Parinayam (1994), and Oru Cheru...

Mollywood ‘Her’ also stars Ramya Urvashi, Lijomol Jose, Prathap Pothen, Guru Somasundaram, and Rajesh Madhav in pivotal roles. Tnm StaffFacebook./ Ramya Nambeesan, Aishwarya Rajesh, Parvathy ThiruvothuActors Urvashi, Parvathy Thiruvothu, Aishwarya Rajesh, Ramya Nambeesan, and Lijomol Jose are teaming up for a new film titled Her. The announcement was made on Monday, May 2. Her is helmed by filmmaker Lijin Jose, who has previously directed the documentary 81/2. The ensemble cast also includes actors Prathap Pothen, Guru Somasundaram, and Rajesh Madhav in pivotal roles. Her is scripted by Archana Vasudev, while Chandru Selvaraj is on board as the cinematographer. Kiran Das has been roped in as the editor. Music composer Govind Vasantha is also part of the technical team. Sameera Sanesh has joined the crew as the costume designer. Sharing the announcement with fans, Parvathy Thiruvothu wrote, “Here is the title announcement of the first production from At Studio!“ Her “#hermalayalam Directed by Lijin Jose,...

MollywoodThe film is directed by Lijin Jose who made movies like 'Friday' and 'Law Point' and is known for his documentary on Kg George.Tnm StaffAt the first glance, it looks like the picture of dying Jesus on the lap of Mother Mary, a portrayal modelled after Renaissance artist Michelangelo’s famous work Pieta. But on closer inspection, the face of the injured man on the lap becomes clearer and it is not from the painting. But the mother figure still looks sculpted. This is the first look poster of director Lijin Jose's new film Chera that he shared on his Facebook page on Saturday. The dark poster reveals that Nimisha Sajayan and Roshan Mathew will be playing the lead roles in the film. Perhaps the mention of Roshan makes the Jesus in the picture look like him – a head of thick hair, a bearded face and a thin body.

MollywoodAnn Augustine, who was last seen in the 2017 movie ‘Solo’, said she is returning to her “roots and familiar places as an actor.” Tnm StaffAnn Augustine/ FacebookMollywood actor Ann Augustine had a surprise in store for her fans. She recently took to social media to announce that she is all set to make her debut as a producer along with Miramar Films. In her Instagram post, the actor also mentioned that she is also returning to her roots of acting, hinting that she might sign new acting projects. “On the cusp of a new journey as @miramarfilms and I take our first steps into producing feature films and I return to my roots and familiar places as an actor,” Ann wrote. Miramar film produces and co-produces feature films, documentaries and animations, said its website. The state award-winning actor also added that starting off the journey has not been easy for her.

Flix FlashbackWritten and directed by Shyamaprasad, this is an adaptation of Paritosh Uttam’s 'Dreams in Prussian Blue', and revolves around two Fine Art students.Neelima MenonShyamaprasad is more inclined towards literary adaptations on-screen. Artist, written by Shyamaprasad is an adaptation of Paritosh Uttam’s Dreams in Prussian Blue, and revolves around two Fine Art students who decide to live together. Starring Fahadh Faasil and Ann Augustine, the film won multiple Kerala State Awards despite doing badly at the box-office. It ticks all the boxes of a typical Shyamaprasad film, including some stellar performances from the lead actors. Michael Angelo can only see the world through his canvas. The sky for him is a fusion of baby blue, ice blue and light blue, the plants are a splash of forest green, Kelly green and lime green and the sea is Pacific blue and aquamarine. Every waking hour is spent on...

Kozhikode (Kerala) Nov 14: Malayalam film actor Augustine died at a private hospital Thursday morning here, his family said. He was 58.

The actor is survived by his wife and two daughters, one of whom is upcoming actress Ann Augustine.

His funeral will be held Friday.

Beginning his acting career through theatre, Augustine entered the Malayalam film industry in the mid eighties and since then he has acted in more than 100 films.

Augustine suffered a stroke in 2010 and since then even though not fully fit, he acted in a few films.

Recently his health deteriorated further and was hospitalised frequently..

Thiruvanathapuram, Feb 2: Malayalam actress Ann Augustine will get engaged to cinematographer Jomon T. John Feb 9.

It will be a simple ceremony in the presence of their close family members in Calicut. The wedding date is yet to be finalised.

After the engagement, Ann will get back to work with Shyamaprasad's next "Artiste". The film also features Fahad Fazil.

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Kuttyedathi Vilasini gets Bharat Murali Puraskar

Veteran Malayalam actress Kuttyedathi Vilasini has been conferred the first Bharat Murali Puraskar, instituted by Bahrain Kerala Samajam.

The award was presented to her Friday. She was.

Thiruvananathapuram, Jan 25: Malayalam actress Karthika Nair has bagged the lead role, opposite superstar Mammootty, in director Ranjith's new film "Leela".

Earlier, actress Ann Augustine was to play the female lead, but she had to opt out ahead of her engagement with cinematographer Jomon T. John.

While Mammootty's character is called Kuttiappan, Karthika will be seen as Leela.

Veteran actor Nedumudi Venu will be seen as Pillechan in the movie.

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