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Sookshma Darshini Box Office Day 10 ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

The Basil Joseph starrer Sookshma Darshini is on a roll. The movie has turned out to be another impressive offering from Mollywood. On its 10th day, the film has not only crossed 20 crores when it comes to its India net collection but has also garnered an Roi of above 100%.

Sookshma Darshini Box Office Collection Day 10

On its 10th day, the film saw a growth of 2.30%. It earned 2.60 crore whereas it had amassed 2.25 crore on its 9th day. The movie has crossed 20 crores when it comes to its India net collection wherein the total collection stands at 20.45 crore. At the same time, the gross collection comes to 24.13 crore. The movie has also been doing fairly well overseas wherein it had earned 12.25 crore. The worldwide collection of the film comes to 36.38 crore. Given a more positive word of mouth, we will not be surprised...

Top Malayalam Movies Of 2024 ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Malayalam movies have been doing well since the beginning, but after the cult classic Premam was released in 2015, the industry saw a new high. After Covid-19, there was no looking back as the Malayalam film industry has given us some unforgettable films, and 2024 also gave audiences some of the most impressive performances from Mollywood.

The year 2024 has brought exceptional rewards for the Malayalam film industry, which not only delivered epic hits at the box office but also grabbed the spotlight at the prestigious National Awards. From thrillers and action flicks to true-blue dramas, rom-coms, and horror,

Here are the 10 best Malayalam films that set this year’s benchmark. 1. Premalu Directed by: Girish Ad Cast: Naslen K. Gafoor, Mamitha Baiju, Sangeeth Prathap, Akhila Bhargavan, Shyam Mohan Run time: 2h 36mins Rating: 7.8/10 (IMDb) Release date: February 9, 2024

The light-hearted romantic comedy Premalu struck a chord with audiences upon its release.

“When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.” This is a truth eloquently exemplified by the remarkable journey of the Manjummel Boys, a group of ten arts club friends from Manjummel, Kochi, who were destined for greatness. At the outset of the film, they challenge a rival team in Vadamvali (tug-of-war) that may have ended in defeat, courtesy of the opponents’ cunning tactic of loosening the rope. Yet, unbeknownst to them, this setback set the stage for a larger purpose.

Through diligent practice and unwavering resolve, the Manjummel Boys mastered the tricks, unwittingly preparing themselves for a momentous challenge. When their dear friend Subhash fell into a bottomless pit, the Boys’ unique skill proved providential. Isn’t it remarkable that they chose to play tug-of-war instead of any other sport and prepared throughout their lives for this particular moment? Call it destiny or kismet,...

Ilaiyaraaja’s Legal Notice To Manjummel Boys Team ( Photo Credit – Facebook; IMDb )

2024 has been quite impressive for the Malayalam film industry, delivering back-to-back hits across various genres. One such standout film is “Manjummel Boys,” directed by Chindambaran. It’s a gripping survival thriller boasting an exceptional cast, including Soubin Shahir, Sreenath Bhasi, Khalid Rahman, Jean Paul Lal, Ganaptahi, Deepak Parambol, and others.

“Manjummel Boys” has garnered widespread acclaim from both critics and audiences, with its Ott release receiving a remarkable reception. However, the film encountered a legal hurdle following legal notice from the esteemed Indian musician and composer, Ilaiyaraaja.

Ilaiyaraaja’s Legal Notice To Team Manjummel Boys

According to reports, Ilaiyaraaja has issued a legal notice to the team for using a song he composed for Kamal Haasan’s 1991 film, Guna. Director Chidambaram incorporated the song ‘Kanmani Anbodu Kaadhalan’ from Guna in the opening and climax scenes of Manjummel Boys.

New Delhi, May 2 (Ians) Ott titles like ‘The Broken News 2’, ‘Manjummel Boys’, and ‘Super Rich in Korea’ across various streaming platforms are guaranteed to keep you glued to your screen all week long and will leave you eagerly awaiting the next episode.

Here’s a list of five titles that have caught the attention of Ians:

‘A Man in Full’:

The American drama stars Jeff Daniels and Diane Lane. Directed by Regina King and Thomas Schlamme, it is based on Tom Wolfe’s novel of the same name. When Atlanta real estate mogul Charlie Croker (Jeff) faces sudden bankruptcy, political and business interests collide as Charlie defends his empire from those attempting to capitalise on his fall from grace.

The six-episode series is set to premiere on May 2 on Netflix.

‘The Broken News’ season 2:

Sonali Bendre, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Shriya Pilgaonkar-starrer ‘The Broken News 2’ will capture the fictional lives,...

Amid The Buzz Of Singham Again, The Box Office Of Ajay Devgn & Riteish Deshmukh’s Raid 2 Might Come Out Of Syllabus. (Photo Credit – IMDb)

In the post-pandemic era, it’s been a mixed bag so far for Ajay Devgn. Some of his films performed way beyond expectations, while some of his big films tanked miserably. Talking about 2024, it’s fifty-fifty so far, with a film like Shaitaan turning out to be a huge success and, on the other side, Maidaan emerging as a big upset. Still, things are exciting for Ajay, with franchise films like Singham Again and Raid 2 ready to work wonders at the box office. Keep reading to know more!

For the third time, Ajay is returning to the iconic character of Singham, and expectations are sky-high. Apart from him, Singham Again also stars Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, and Arjun Kapoor in key roles.

Arti Singh’s Sangeet Videos, Deepak Parambol-Aparna Das’ Wedding, Sobhita-Naga Vacay Pics – Top Entertainment News April 24, 2024. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Here’s a roundup of today’s trending entertainment news. Dance legends Madhuri Dixit and Karisma Kapoor have reunited on a dance reality show. Celebrity weddings are making headlines with Arti Singh’s dance floor performance and Aparna Das’s wedding ceremony. Kapil Sharma throws some playful jabs at Aamir Khan.

On the streaming front, Vijay Deverakonda’s movie “The Family Star” is now available on Prime Video. Rumours are swirling around Sobhita Dhulipala and Naga Chaitanya’s vacation pictures. Vicky Kaushal’s look from his upcoming movie has leaked online. Cricket star David Warner is a fan of Allu Arjun’s Pushpa. Vishal Bhardwaj has shared mixed feelings about his film “Animal.”

1. Madhuri Dixit and Karisma Kapoor Reunite on Dance Deewane, Recreate Iconic “Dance of Envy”

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Manjummel Boys Ott Releases. (Photo Credit – IMDb)

Manjummel Boys has become the biggest Malayalam hit of 2024 so far. The survival thriller film is written and directed by Chidambaram. The film stars Soubin Shahir, Balu Varghese, Arun Kurian, Deepak Parambol, Sreenath Bhasi, Ganapathi S Poduval, Lal Jr, Abhiram Radhakrishnan, Chandu Salimkumar, and others. The movie is based on a real-life incident that happened in 2006 when a group of boys met with a tragic fate at the Guna Cave of Kodaikanal.

The Malayalam movie received highly positive reviews from critics and movie-going audiences. The Chindambaran-directed film is doing wonders at the box office, not only in India but also worldwide. The success has been so humongous that the makers separately released a Telugu-dubbed version of Manjummel Boys in theatres last month. Even the Telugu version is doing well in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. However, many have been wondering when the movie will be released online.

Nithya Menen’s upcoming Tamil film has been titled ‘Dear EXes,’ and its first look has been revealed on her birthday. Directed by debutante Kamini, the film promises an intriguing narrative and features a talented ensemble cast.

Title and First Look Unveiled:

On Nithya Menen’s birthday, the title and first look of her new film, ‘Dear EXes,’ were unveiled, adding to the excitement surrounding the project. The unveiling coincided with the celebration of the actor’s special day, amplifying anticipation among fans.

Nithya Menen’S Film Titled ‘Dear EXes’… First Look Out Now… #DearEXes is the title of #NithyaMenen’s #Tamil film, written – directed by debutante Kamini… The title as well as #FirstLook was unveiled on #NithyaMenen’s birthday today.

Also features #VinayRai, #Navdeep,… pic.twitter.com/GQhhJfPgmZ

— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) April 8, 2024Cast and Production Details:

Apart from Nithya Menen, the film also stars Vinay Rai, Navdeep, Deepak Parambol...

What To Watch This Weekend List. (Photo Credit – IMDb/Instagram)

It’s that time of the week when one wonders what to watch this weekend. The last week of March had some good releases due to a long weekend. But do not worry. April 2024 also comes with some entertaining surprises and quality content. From Manjummel Boys (Telugu version) to The Family Star, South Indian movie lovers have interesting options. There are some Hollywood releases, too.

If you do not want to step out and want to watch something sitting on your favourite couch, even the Ott platforms have good options for you. In this article, we have listed some titles that can make it to your what to watch this weekend list.

Take A Look At What to Watch This Weekend List For April Week 1 – Trending April 2024 Ott Releases: From HanuMan’s Final Arrival To Farrey & Amar Singh Chamkila, When...

Manjummel Boys Telugu Version Release Date(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Manjummel Boys is one of the Malayalam movies of 2024 that has fascinated the movie-going audience. The survival thriller will be released in theatres on February 22, 2024. Directed by Chidambaram, the film stars Soubin Shahir, Sreenath Bhasi, Balu Varghese, Ganapathi S. Poduval, Lal Jr., Deepak Parambol, Abhiram Radhakrishnan, and Arun Kurian.

It has been three weeks since Manjummel Boys was released in theatres, and the craze is unstoppable. Due to the film’s humongous success in the Malayalam-speaking regions, the makers decided to release the Telugu and Hindi dubbed versions in theatres. Hence, it was recently reported that the film will also not be releasing anytime soon on any Ott platform. However, a new report states that the Telugu dubbed version has been pushed back to a new release date.

Manjummel Boys Telugu Dubbed Version Release Date

Earlier, the survival thriller was supposed...

Manjummel Boys Still(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Manjummel Boys is creating and making interesting box office records. The Malayalam movie was released in Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The film was released on February 22, 2024, and till March 11 (Day 19), it made a collection of 89.15 crores at the box office and at least 130 crores worldwide. The movie is slowly inching towards the 100 crores mark domestically.

The film is directed by Chidambaram S. Poduval and stars Soubin Shahir, Sreenath Bhasi, Balu Varghese, Ganapathi S. Poduval, Lal Jr, Deepak Parambol, Abhiram Radhakrishnan and Arun Kurian. Considering all the praises and hype Manjummel Boys received, many are waiting for the film to be released on Ott. However, the latest report suggests that viewers have to wait a bit longer to watch it online.

A report by Ott Play states that the makers plan to release the film in Telugu and Hindi versions. The movie is already doing great in two states,...

Are you ready for a thrilling ride with Asif Ali, Sunny Wayne and Vinayakan? If yes, then mark your calendars for October 13th, when Kasargold, the action-packed Malayalam movie directed by Mridul Nair, will be streaming on Netflix India. Ad1

Kasargold is a story of Alby, a young and unassuming gold smuggler, who gets involved in an accident with his girlfriend Nancy. The smuggled gold stored inside their car goes missing, and Alby’s boss Moosa suspects Faisal, Alby’s companion, behind the theft. Moosa assigns Alby to track down Faisal and recover the gold. How Alby finds Faisal and what challenges he faces along the way forms the rest of the story2

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The film boasts of a stellar cast that includes Vinayakan as Ci Alex, Siddique as Moosa, Sampath Ram, Deepak Parambol, Dhruvan, Abhiram Radhakrishnan, Sagar Surya, Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval, P. P. Kunhikrishnan, Sreeranjini Nair and Malavika Sreenath.

The Malayalam film industry is gearing up for a big clash at the box office on September 28, as Kannur Squad, directed by Roby Varghese Raj and starring Mammootty in the lead role, will face off against Chaaver, directed by Tinu Pappachan and featuring Antony Varghese and Arjun Ashokan in pivotal roles. Both films are action thrillers with political undertones and have generated a lot of buzz among the audience.

Kannur Squad Trailer

Kannur Squad is a crime drama that follows a squad of police officers on a nationwide manhunt to catch elusive criminals. The film marks the fourth production of Mammootty Kampany and the directorial debut of cinematographer Roby Varghese Raj. The film also stars Rony David, Shabareesh Varma, Azees Nedumangad, Kishore Kumar G., Vijayaraghavan and Sunny Wayne in supporting roles.

Chaaver Motion Poster

The film was shot in various locations across India, including Kannur, Kasaragod, Wayanad, Ernakulam, Thiruvananthapuram, Pala,...

Mammootty fans are in for a treat as the superstar’s birthday is just around the corner. The actor, who turns 71 on September 7, will be receiving several surprises from his upcoming films. Here are some of the exciting updates that are expected to be revealed on his special day:

Amal Neerad film announcement Mammootty with Amal Neerad

There are strong speculations that Mammootty will be collaborating with director Amal Neerad for the third time after Big B and Bheeshma Parvam. The film is said to be a thriller and may feature either Dulquer Salmaan or Tovino Thomas in a pivotal role. The official announcement of the project is highly likely to happen on Mammootty’s birthday. Fans are eagerly waiting to see the dynamic duo of Mammootty and Amal Neerad create magic on screen once again.

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Mammootty’s upcoming cop drama Kannur Squad,...

The makers of Chaaver, the upcoming action thriller directed by Tinu Pappachan, have released the second motion poster of the film online. The poster features a haunting background score and a glimpse of the main characters, creating a sense of mystery and suspense.

Chaaver is Tinu Pappachan’s third directorial venture after his debut film Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil (2018), which was a critically acclaimed prison break thriller, and his second film Ajagajantharam (2021), which was a action -drama. Chaaver is said to be a different kind of action film that will surprise the viewers with its strong content and unique narrative style. The film is co-produced by Lijo Jose Pellissery, Chemban Vinod Jose, and B.C. Joshi under the banners of Arun Narayan Productions and Kavya Film Company.

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The film boasts of a stellar cast that includes Kunchacko Boban,...

Kasargold, the much-awaited crime thriller starring Asif Ali, Sunny Wayne and Vinayakan, is all set to hit the screens on September 15, 2023. The makers of the film announced the release date along with a gripping teaser that promises a stylish and suspenseful film.

The teaser, which was released on YouTube by Saregama South, the production house behind the film, has already garnered over 2 million views and positive feedback from the viewers.

The teaser shows glimpses of the plot, which revolves around a group of friends and how their friendship changes due to greed. The film is directed by Mridul Nair, who has previously helmed the hit web series B. Tech and the comedy film Masala Dosha. The music is composed by Vishnu Vijay, who has worked on acclaimed films like Gantumoote and Aanum Pennum.

Kasargold is produced by Mukhari Entertainment and Yoodlee Films, and also features Geethi Sangeetha, Deepak Parambol, Shravan Satya...

Chidambaram, who made his directorial debut with Jan E Man, is back with his second film, Manjummel Boys. The film is a comedy-drama that is set in Kodaikanal, a hill station in Tamil Nadu, where a group of friends go for a trip and encounter some unexpected and hilarious situations.

The film has wrapped up its shoot after 101 days of filming, as announced by actor-producer Soubin Shahir on Instagram. The film features a stellar cast, including Soubin Shahir, Sreenath Bhasi, Balu Varghese, Lal, Ganapathi, Deepak Parambol, Abhiram Radhakrishnan, Arun Kurian, Chandu Salimkumar and Vishnu Raghu. Some of the popular filmmakers like Lal Jr and Khalid Rahman are also playing important roles in the film.

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The film has been produced by Soubin Shahir, Babu Shahir, and Shawn Antony under the banner of Parava Films. The film has been shot by Shyju Khalid, who also worked on Jan E Man.

ReviewDirector Jeethu Joseph once again throws a googly, presenting a darker, unexpected side of the protagonist and creating another enjoyable thriller, albeit with a few problems in the end.CrisAsif Ali in a police uniform is easy to get used to, perhaps because he was just seen in one in Kuttavum Shikshayum, Rajeev Ravi’s last. In Kooman, he is already on screen in the first scene, wearing a civil police officer’s uniform, smoking, walking into a scene of crime where a robbery had occurred. Solving it in minutes, he establishes himself as a smart police officer, but it is too early to put him in that bracket of the crime-solving good-natured ones of popular police stories. Director Jeethu Joseph once again throws a googly, presenting a darker, unexpected side of the protagonist and creating another enjoyable thriller. Kooman however eventually loses the grip it has in the earlier half,...

Yoodlee Films has added another winner to its diverse and exciting slate by announcing ‘Kasargold’, a Malayalam thriller headlined by starring Asif Ali and helmed by Mridul Nair. In the past also, this actor-director jodi did a blast by giving a big hit film called ‘B-tech’. The action thriller produced in association with Mukhari Entertainment Llp will also star Shine Tom Chacko, Sunny Wayne, and Deepak Parambol in prominent roles. The film is an action-packed thriller about friends and how greed changes the dynamics of their friendship. Yoodlee has already made a big splash in the Malayalam film industry with ventures like ‘Padavettu’, ‘Kaapa’, and ‘Anweshippin Kandethum’.

Says Vice President, Films, Saregama India, Siddharth Anand Kumar, “This is our second collaboration with Asif and our first with Mridul. They both are hugely talented and represent a new generation of talent that is redefining Malayalam cinema. Mridul and Asif have worked together and shared great chemistry.

ReviewDirector Indhu Vs has made a daring, promising debut with her unambiguous politics, which is the biggest plus of the film.Lakshmi PriyaDisney+ Hotstar“I have only done what people expect from me so far,” Nithya Menen’s unnamed character tells a journalist halfway through the film 19(1)(a), amid what seems like Nithya’s first slightly rebellious act. She is a woman stuck in routine, struggling to keep her widowed and depressed father’s photocopy shop afloat in a village in Kerala, more resigned than happy in her small world. The film’s initial sequences are an apt reflection of her life, ebbing and flowing calmly, with no loud overtures or theatrics. Things begin to change with the entry of Vijay Sethupathy’s Gauri Shankar, a writer and activist named with purpose — no doubt, a reference to slain journalist Gauri Lankesh. It is through him that the reason behind the film’s name,...

MollywoodHelmed by debutant director Indhu Vs, the cast of the film includes Indrajith Sukumaran, Bagath Manuel, Srikant Murali, Indrans, and Deepak Parambol.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeThe teaser of actors Vijay Sethupathi and Nithya Menen’s upcoming film 19 (1)(a) was released on Tuesday, July 19. Named after Article 19 of the Indian Constitution, which guarantees freedom of speech and expression, the film’s teaser shows an intriguing story about two writers. Nithya’s character seems to run a xerox shop, while Vijay Sethupathi’s character seems to travel a lot for his work. Helmed by debutant director Indhu Vs, the cast of the film includes Indrajith Sukumaran, Bagath Manuel, Srikant Murali, Indrans, and Deepak Parambol. The teaser was unveiled by streaming platform Disney Plus Hotstar, and has already been shared widely on social media. This is Vijay Sethupathi’s second foray into Mollywood, after an extended cameo in the 2019 film Marconi Mathai. Bankrolled by...

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.

EntertainmentThe web series is directed by Mridul Nair and produced by Dr Leena S.Tnm StaffThe trailer starts slowly with the revolving earth and the narrator's funny voice-over. "Since it doesn't have any other job, it keeps rotating from morning to evening," he says and adds, "but our story does not happen on the earth, it happens in Andippara." A Kerala village where the story happens, the one that the title Instagraamam (Insta-village) refers to. But then as the trailer proceeds, the slowness disappears and it is mayhem all over. The new Malayalam web series is directed by Mridul Nair and produced by Dr Leena S. Mridul has written the series with J Ramakrishna Kulur. The trailer shows a man (Sabumon) announcing a grand festival at the local temple and the villagers suggesting ideas for cultural programmes, including a dance by actor Shobana. The one-liners and music that follow suggest a comic series.

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...

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...

MollywoodSources in the know say that Pranav is keen on doing a complete commercial entertainer and Vineeth is known for handling such subjects. Digital NativeDigital Native Actor Vineeth Sreenivasan made his directorial debut with Malarvaadi Arts Club, which went on to become a phenomenal hit. The film starred Nivin Pauly in the lead role, which also marked his debut. According to the latest reports, Vineeth has approached Nivin to play a cameo in his upcoming directorial that has Pranav Mohanlal in the lead. Sources in the know say that Nivin may be playing the hero’s mentor in the film and it is a meaty role. On the heroine, we hear that Keerthy Suresh is in talks to play the female lead. Pranav Mohanlal made his debut with Aadhi, which went on to become a huge hit but his second film Irupathiyonnaam Noottaandu received a lukewarm response. Following this, he...

MollywoodThe film is directed by Prajesh Sen who also made the film ‘Captain’ that won Jayasurya the State Award for Best Actor. Digital NativeIt was announced that Jayasurya will be teaming up again with the Captain director Prajesh Sen for the film Vellam. The groundwork for this film is on and the shooting is all set to begin on November 3 in Kannur. Nimisha Sajayan has been signed up to play the female lead in this film which is based on the life of a drunkard. It may be noted here that Jayasurya and Prajesh Sen worked together in Capatain, a biopic on the legendary footballer VP Sathyan. The film had Anu Sithara as the female lead with Renji Panicker, Siddique, Deepak Parambol, Saiju Kurup, Kamal Varadoor and Lakshmi Sharma in supporting roles. Jayasurya won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor for his performance in Captain. Besides Vellam, Jayasurya...

MollywoodThe actor is currently working on ‘Kadamattathu Kathanar’ and ‘Sufiyum Sujathayum’.Digital NativeActor Jayasurya, who recently won a Kerala State Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of the legendary footballer VP Sathyan, is all set to collaborate with Prajesh Sen. The new project has been titled Vellam. The new project which is the second collaboration between Jayasurya and Prajesh Sen will be about the life of a drunkard based in Kannur. Captain, the story of VP Sathyan, was Prajesh Sen’s directorial debut and starred Anu Sithara as the female lead with Renji Panicker, Siddique, Deepak Parambol, Saiju Kurup, Kamal Varadoor and Lakshmi Sharma in supporting roles. Nimisha Sajayan has been roped in to pair up with Jayasurya in Vellam and the shooting of the film is expected to begin in November. There are also reports that Jayasurya’s another upcoming film will be a fantasy thriller based on...

MollywoodSources in the know say that Nimisha Sajayan has been roped in to play the female lead in the film. Digital NativeJayasurya and director Prajesh Sen are teaming up for a film called Vellam. Sources in the know say that Nimisha Sajayan has been roped in to play the female lead in the film. Jayasurya and Prajesh have earlier teamed up for the latter’s debut directorial Captain, a biopic on the legendary footballer VP Sathyan. The film starred Anu Sithara as the female lead with Renji Panicker, Siddique, Deepak Parambol, Saiju Kurup, Kamal Varadoor and Lakshmi Sharma in supporting roles. Jayasurya won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor for his performance in Captain. Meanwhile, reports have surfaced that another upcoming film of Jayasurya will be a fantasy thriller, which is based on the life of the legendary priest Kadamattathu Kathanar who lived in Kadamottom. The priest was...

MollywoodActor-director Vineeth Sreenivasan is producing the film and debutant filmmaker Mathukuty Xavier is directing it.Digital NativeActor-director Vineeth Sreenivasan is producing a Malayalam film titled Helen. The first look poster of film is out online and features Anna Ben of Kumbalangi Nights fame. It shows Anna as a waitress, holding a tray of food and drinks. From the title, one can assume that it will be a heroine-centric project. Debut director Mathukutty Xavier is not only wielding the megaphone for this venture but has also scripted it in association with Noble Babu Thomas and Alfred Kurian Joseph. Noble Babu Thomas is also playing the male lead in this flick. Helen has Aju Varghese, Lal Paul, and Rony David Raj playing supporting roles along with a set of debutants. The technical crew of this entertainer will comprise Anend C Chandran of Premam fame for cinematography, Shaan Rahman for music and Shameer Muhammed for editing.

MollywoodAccording to reports, Vineeth Sreenivsan will be playing a teacher in this flick. Digital NativeDigital NativeVineeth Sreenivsan’s next film is titled Thaneermathan Dhinangal! Wielding the megaphone for this venture will be director Girish Ad and it will be bankrolled jointly by cinematographer Jomon T John, editor Shameer Muhammed and Shebin Backer under the banners of Plain J Studios and Shebin Backer Productions. The director has co-scripted the film with debutant Dinoy Paulose. According to reports, Vineeth Sreenivsan will be playing a teacher in this flick. Sharing the screen space with him will be Mathew Thomas and Anaswara Rajan. Jomon T john will be handling the cinematography for this entertainer with Justin Varghese composing the tunes. Director Girish, it may be noted, was one of the scriptwriters for Allu Ramendran, a comedy thriller that was directed by Bilahari. The film starred Kunchako Boban in the title role. Girish had penned...

MollywoodThe film is directed by Anwar Sadik who has earlier worked with Vineeth in ‘Ormayundo Ee Mukham’. Digital NativeThe filming of Mollywood actor Vineeth Sreenivasan’s Manoharam has been progressing for quite some time now and there is confirmation from him that the shooting has been wrapped up. Announcing it through his social media page, Vineeth wrote, “For the past two months, we all have been part of this beautiful journey.. from the rehearsal camp to our script reading sessions to shooting the film, everything about Manoharam was beautiful.. I hope and pray that when the movie releases, people will feel the same way too.” The film is directed by Anwar Sadik. The director and actor have earlier teamed up for Ormayundo Ee Mukham in which Vineeth acted opposite Namitha Pramod, who played a character like Drew Barrymore’s in 50 First Dates, her memory affected after an accident. Manoharam...

MollywoodThe first look of 'Manoharam' was released on Mammootty’s social media page recently and has gone viral. Digital NativeDigital NativeThe first look of the Malayalam movie Manoharam was released on Mammootty’s social media page recently and has gone viral. The film has Vineeth Sreenivasan playing the lead role with Anwar Sadik helming the project as its director. Incidentally, the actor and director had collaborated for Ormayundo Ee Mukham earlier. The film had Namitha Pramod and Aju Varghese as female leads. Shaan Rahman had composed music for this flick with Jithu Damodar as a cinematographer and John Kutty as editor. Manoharam has Deepak Parambol, Basil Joseph, Aparna Das, Delhi Ganesh, Indrans, Hareesh Perady, Jude Anthany Joseph and Vk Prakash in the supporting roles. The technical crew of Manoharam includes Sajeev Thomas — a former associate of Ar Rahman, for composing music, Jebin Jacob for cinematography and Nithin Raj for editing.

InterviewRenjit Shekar Nair, who was seen in movies like ‘Ottamuri Velicham’ and ‘Dakini’, talks about working in ‘Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham’ and managing two jobs at once.CrisIt was the day Renjit Shekar Nair was going to leave the sets of Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham. His part was done in seven days. He had heard Mohanlal, the hero of the movie, would be coming the next day. Just when he thought he would miss seeing the actor he had for long adored, there came the man, dressed all in white. Mohanlal had got his dates wrong and came a day early. Excited, Renjit asked his friend and Ad Revathy Suresh – daughter of producer Suresh Kumar and actor Menaka – to introduce him. “She has grown up seeing all of them, so she didn’t get my excitement till she realised what I was waiting for,” says Renjit, like a typical fan boy, days...

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

MollywoodThe film will be directed by Anvar Sadik who has earlier made the film ‘Ormayundo Ee Mukham’ with Vineeth in the lead.Digital NativeVineeth Sreenivasan has inked a new deal to act in a movie titled Manoharam. The film will be directed by Anvar Sadik. The two of them has earlier teamed up for Ormayundo Ee Mukham, a film that seemed to be inspired by the American romantic comedy 50 First Dates. Manoharam will be bankrolled by Jos Chakkalakal under the banner Chakkalakal Films. Besides Vineeth Sreenivasan, the film will have Indrans, Basil Joseph, Deepak Parambol, Hareesh Perady, Jude Anthany Joseph, Vk Prakash, Delhi Ganesh, Ahmed Siddique, Nisthar Sait, Manju Sunil, Kalaranjini, Sreelekshmi, Veena Nair and Nandini playing supporting roles. Jebin Jacob will be the cinematographer for Manoharam with Sajeev Thomas, a former associate of maestro Ar Rahman, roped in to compose the tunes and Nithin Raj doing the editing of the film.

MollywoodWhile Jayasurya has sung several times before, it is the first time that he is doing it for another actor in a film.Digital NativeThe teaser of a song from the Guinness Pakru starrer Ilayaraja is out and garnering attention. So, what is special about this song? Well, it is actor Jayasurya who has rendered it. Though Jayasurya has sung several songs in his career, this is the first time that he is doing it for another actor. Ratheesh Vega has composed music for this song for which the lyrics have been penned by Santhosh Varma. The director of Ilayaraja is Madhav Ramdasan who has earlier directed Apothecary and Melvilasom. Madhav Ramadasan has penned the movie’s story while the screenplay and dialogues are by Sudeep T George. Guinness Pakru, whose real name is Ajaykumar, plays the lead role named Vanajan and Gokul Suresh makes a cameo appearance as Bryan.