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Thalavan is a brand-new Malayalam language investigative thriller that also features two warring police officers working in the same police station. Their sour relationship takes a turn as one of them is accused of murder. Directed by Jis Joy, the movie follows the investigation with clarity to give the audience an idea about the motive and reason behind the murder. There is also the question of whether the arrested police officer was indeed the killer or being framed.

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What Did Udhayabanu Find Out?

Thalavan begins with a retired DySP Udhayabanu running a show about old cases that had been solved. He was given an idea by the producer of the show about the infamous Ramya murder case. Udhayabanu was hesitant, but he chose to take up the challenge, and made it clear he would not sugarcoat any details about the case, which involved his ex-colleagues Si Karthik and Ci Jayashankar.

Thalavan Box Office Collection Day 3: Holds Steady Despite Facing Competition: Can It Sustain Momentum?(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Asif Ali’s crime drama Thalavan has garnered positive reviews for its engaging story and strong performances. The film showed promise in its opening weekend, but the true test lies ahead. Read further to learn Thalavan’s box office collections after three days.

Thalavan has shown a decent performance in its first three days, grossing an estimated 3.22 crore at the Indian box office. While the opening day collections were modest at 0.6 crore, the film witnessed a healthy growth of 58.33% on Saturday, followed by another slight rise on Sunday, bringing the estimated total to 2.73 crore net in India.

Despite facing competition from other releases in the current theatrical landscape, Thalavan has held its ground thanks to positive reviews praising its engaging storyline and compelling performances. The film’s strength lies in its focus on a strong narrative,...

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga faces up against The Garfield Movie at the UK and Ireland box office this weekend.

Warner Bros’ Furiosa opens in 715 locations, one of the widest openings of the year so far behind that of Studiocanal’s Back To Black (719) and fellow Warner Bros title Dune: Part Two (717).

The fifth instalment in the Mad Max franchise is opening wider than its predecessor Fury Road which debuted in 546 sites back in 2015. That film opened on £4.5m and went on to make £17.4m.

Anya Taylor-Joy stars as the titular Furiosa, an origin story surrounding the renegade warrior...

MollywoodThe Malayalam mystery thriller marks the directorial debut of award-winning editor Appu N Bhattathiri. Tnm StaffNizhal, the Malayalam mystery thriller starring Nayanthara and Kunchacko Boban, is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. The film was recently released in theatres on April 9. The film’s cast includes Saiju Kurup, Divya Prabha and Rony David playing prominent roles. Nizhal marks the directorial debut of award-winning editor Appu N Bhattathiri. The film premiered on Amazon Prime Video on May 11. The film has also been playing on another Ott platform Simply South, which caters to diaspora audiences, from May 9. Nizhal was produced by Anto Joseph, Abhijith M Pillai, Badusha, Fellini Tp and Ginesh Jose. Sooraj S Kurup is the music composer and Deepak D is the cinematographer. Apart from directing the film, Appu N Bhattathiri also edited the movie along with Arunlal Sp. Read: ‘Nizhal’ review: Kunchacko Boban-Nayanthara film is tightly scripted,...

MollywoodThe comedy-drama revolves around the life of an actor’s failed attempts at success at every turn. Tnm StaffThe makers of Malayalam actor Kunchako Boban-starrer Mohan Kumar Fans released the first teaser of the movie on Monday. Sharing the teaser of the movie on Instagram, Kunchacko Boban wrote, “As promised… here is the teaser of Mohan Kumar Fans. And if you had a smile or a laugh, do spread it. The world needs a bit more of fun and frolic!!!! In theatres only from March 19th onwards (sic).” The teaser shows veteran actor Sreenivasan saying a Christian prayer for an actor played by Siddique, throwing in snarky phrases. Siddique opens his eyes shocked and looks at Kunchacko Boban. As the prayer ends, a woman remarks: "It is the first time that I am hearing such phrases in a prayer!" The teaser suggests a comedy entertainer. The plot revolves around the life of an actor,...

MOLLYWOODWith theatres opening up after more than 10 months, 2021 will be an eventful year for audiences. Saradha UThe outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic came as a major setback for the film industry, with many filmmakers releasing their films directly on Ott platforms. However, with theatres opening up across the country, audiences can expect to see their favourite stars like Mammooty, Parvathy and Fahadh Faasil on the big screen again. Here is a list of eight Malayalam films that are all set for a theatrical release, starting from the second week of February. Varthamanam After a brief scuffle with the Central Board of Film Certification (Cbfc), Parvathy Thiruvothu and Roshan Mathew starrer Varthamanam is ready for a theatrical release on February 19. With National Award-winning filmmaker Sidharta Siva spearheading the project, Varthamanam tracks the journey of its female lead in a politically-charged university campus and tackles topical issues. The film is slated for...

MollywoodKunchacko Boban plays the lead in the film which has several senior actors like Siddique, Mukesh and Sreenivasan.Digital NativeFrom the two-minute trailer released online three days ago, Mohan Kumar Fans appears to be a film about talented actors who did not quite make it, fading away as others in the industry rose to be stars. Several senior actors like Siddique and Mukesh play important roles in the film which has Kunchacko Boban in the lead. Vinay Forrt is also part of the movie, directed by Jis Joy. Mohan Kumar Fans is scripted by renowned writer duo Bobby and Sanjay. Incidentally, this is the fourth time the scriptwriters are associating with Kunchacko Boban. Siddique plays a film personality and Kunchacko Boban plays a singer in this film. The cast also includes Sreenivasan, Saiju Kurup, Ramesh Pisharody, and Basil Joseph in supporting roles. Prince Joy is composing music, while Bahul Ramesh...

MollywoodChemban Vinod has scripted the film, while ‘Thamasha’ fame Ashraf Hamza is directing it.Digital NativeThe Malayalam film with Kunchacko Boban in the lead, scripted by actor Chemban Vinod, has been titled Bheemante Vazhi. The film is directed by Ashraf Hamza, who made the critically acclaimed film Thamasha. Chemban Vinod also plays an important role in the film and is co-producing it as well. Besides Kunchacko Boban and Chemban Vinod, the film also has Aashiq Abu and Rima Kallingal roped in for crucial roles. While Girish Gangadharan has been roped in as the cinematographer, Vishnu Vijayan is the music director. The project started rolling recently in Kuttipuram. Chinnu Chandni has been roped in to play the female lead in this entertainer. She was also the female lead in Thamasha, acting opposite Vinay Forrt. Chemban Vinod has earlier written the script of Angamaly Diaries, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, which turned out to be hugely popular.

Bollywood The remake will be bankrolled by Reliance Entertainment in association with Ashiq Usman Productions and AP International.Digital NativeThe Malayalam movie Anjaam Pathiraa released earlier this year turned out to be a massive hit. Directed by Midhun Manuel Thomas, The film starring Kunchacko Boban hit the marquee on January 10th to a good response. Excellent reviews and positive word mouth has the audiences flock the theatres in large numbers and the Anjaam Pathiraa team is happy over the outcome. Now the film is all set to be remade in Hindi. The remake will be bankrolled by Reliance Entertainment in association with Ashiq Usman Productions and AP International. Announcing about the same, Reliance Entertainment tweeted,"#RelianceEntertainment, #AshiqUsmanProductions and @APIfilms come together to produce the Hindi Remake of Malayalam Crime Thriller #AnjaamPathiraa. " In a media statement, Shibasish Sarkar, Group CEO, Reliance Entertainment was quoted saying "Anjaam Pathiraa is one of those...

MollywoodThe film, scripted by Bobby and Sanjay, is touted to be a feel-good entertainer.Digital NativeThe title of one of Kunchacko Boban’s upcoming films has been revealed to be Mohankumar Fans. It was earlier reported to be Mikacha Nadan Mohankumar but the actor has now revealed the title to be Mohankumar Fans on his Instagram page. It would release in April 2020, he adds in the post. Bobby and Sanjay have penned the script for this flick and this is the fourth time the scriptwriters are associating with Kunchacko Boban. Jis Joy is wielding the megaphone for this venture which is touted to be a feel-good entertainer. Siddique plays a film personality in the film and Kunchacko Boban plays an aspiring singer named Krishnan Unni. The rest of the cast includes Mukesh, Sreenivasan, Saiju Kurup, Vinay Forrt, Ramesh Pisharody, and Basil Joseph in supporting roles. Prince Joy is composing music,...

MollywoodThe film, directed by Kamal Km, has Kunchacko Boban, Vinayakan, Joju George and Dileesh Pothan playing the lead roles.Digital NativeThe poster of the upcoming Malayalam film Pada, directed by Kamal Km, has been released online and features the four lead characters in the film. Interestingly, all of their faces are partially covered, cloth pieces tied around their mouth and nose. Pada has Kunchacko Boban, Vinayakan, Joju George and Dileesh Pothan playing the main roles. It is bankrolled by E4 Entertainments. Sameer Thahir has cranked the camera for this venture. Reports are that the shooting of this film has been wrapped up and it is in the post production stage. The film’s technical crew includes cinematographer Sameer Thahir, music composer Vishnu Vijayan, editor Shaan Muhammed, art director Gokul Das, costume designer Stephy Xaviour, and make-up artist Rg Wayanadan. The release date of Pada is expected to be announced officially soon.

MollywoodThe film, directed by Kamal Km, has Kunchacko Boban, Vinayakan, Joju George and Dileesh Pothan playing the lead roles.Digital NativeThe poster of the upcoming Malayalam film Pada, directed by Kamal Km, has been released online and features the four lead characters in the film. Interestingly, all of their faces are partially covered, cloth pieces tied around their mouth and nose. Pada has Kunchacko Boban, Vinayakan, Joju George and Dileesh Pothan playing the main roles. It is bankrolled by E4 Entertainments. Sameer Thahir has cranked the camera for this venture. Reports are that the shooting of this film has been wrapped up and it is in the post production stage. The film’s technical crew includes cinematographer Sameer Thahir, music composer Vishnu Vijayan, editor Shaan Muhammed, art director Gokul Das, costume designer Stephy Xaviour, and make-up artist Rg Wayanadan. The release date of Pada is expected to be announced officially soon.

MollywoodThe film’s director Midhun Manuel Thomas and producer Ashiq Usman met lead actor Kunchacko Boban on the sets of his next film for the celebration.Digital NativeKunchacko Boban’s Anjaam Pathira emerged as the dark horse at the box office last week with the film garnering a lot of positive response. Excellent reviews and positive word of mouth has the audiences flock the theatres in large numbers and the Anjaam Pathira team is elated over the outcome. The team recently had a success celebration on the sets of Kunchacko Boban’s upcoming film directed by Martin Prakkat. Anjaam Pathira’s director Midhun Manuel Thomas and producer Ashiq Usman met Kunchacko Boban on the sets and had a cake cutting session. Shyju Khalid, the cinematographer of Anjaam Pathira and the upcoming Kunchacko Boban film, was also present during the celebrations. Anjaam Pathira, directed by Midhun Manuel Thomas, has Kunchacko Boban...

MollywoodThe film’s director Midhun Manuel Thomas and producer Ashiq Usman met lead actor Kunchacko Boban on the sets of his next film for the celebration.Digital NativeKunchacko Boban’s Anjaam Pathira emerged as the dark horse at the box office last week with the film garnering a lot of positive response. Excellent reviews and positive word of mouth has the audiences flock the theatres in large numbers and the Anjaam Pathira team is elated over the outcome. The team recently had a success celebration on the sets of Kunchacko Boban’s upcoming film directed by Martin Prakkat. Anjaam Pathira’s director Midhun Manuel Thomas and producer Ashiq Usman met Kunchacko Boban on the sets and had a cake cutting session. Shyju Khalid, the cinematographer of Anjaam Pathira and the upcoming Kunchacko Boban film, was also present during the celebrations. Anjaam Pathira, directed by Midhun Manuel Thomas, has Kunchacko Boban...

MollywoodActors Siddique and Aju Varghese also play important roles in the film, directed by John Varghese.Digital NativeThe Malayalam movie Uriyadi will hit the marquee on January 17. Uriyadi will have the veteran actor Sreenivasan in the lead role along with actors Siddique and Aju Varghese. The film is directed by John Varghese with Dinesh Damodar penning the script. The trailer of the film, released on Sunday, shows it to be a story of a bunch of policemen. Siddique’s voice can be heard saying that the police are like the elephant at a jam packed festival. They’d look good and proud alright, but if they didn’t obey, they’d be punished right away with a transfer, he says. The trailer then shows a bunch of scenes involving actors Sreenivasan, Siddique, Aju, Biju Kuttan, Baiju, Indrans, Manasa, Sudhy Kopa, Sreejith Ravi, Arya and others. The technical crew of Uriyadi comprises Ishaan Dev for music,...

MollywoodThe film is directed by Johnpaul George, who has earlier directed ‘Guppy’ and ‘Ambili’.Digital NativeKunchacko Boban is teaming up with director Johnpaul George for his next film, which has been titled Mariyam Tailors. Ashiq Usman is producing the film under the banner of Ashiq Usman Productions which is expected to go on floors soon and reach theatres in 2020. The actor had announced the project on his birthday last year, along with another one, for which he will be teaming up with actor-director Soubin Shahir. Incidentally Soubin played the lead in Johnpaul’s last film Ambili, which also marked the debut of Naveen Nazim. Kunchacko also has another upcoming film titled Ancham Pathira directed by Midhun Manuel Thomas. Touted to be a thriller the film also has in its cast Sharafudheen, Unnimaya Prasad, Sreenath Bhasi, Remya Nambeesan, Indrans, and Jinu Joseph. Shyju Khalid will be cranking the camera for Ancham...

Mollywood'Pada' has Kunchacko Boban, Vinayakan, Joju George and Dileesh Pothan playing the main roles. Digital NativeIt has been confirmed that Malayalam mega star Mammootty will be making a cameo appearance in Pada. Scenes involving him were shot for four days, we hear from sources. The film is directed by Kamal Km, who has earlier made the critically acclaimed film ID in 2012. Pada has Kunchacko Boban, Vinayakan, Joju George and Dileesh Pothan playing the main roles. It is bankrolled by E4 Entertainments. Sameer Thahir has cranked the camera for this venture. Reports are that the shooting of this film has been wrapped up and it is in the post production stage. Kamal’s first film Alif was done in 2010. The film is about a Muslim father and son and the resistance they face when the dad wants the child to become a doctor as against the Muslim neighborhood’s wishes to...

MollywoodKunchacko Boban plays a singer in the film that is scripted by Bobby and Sanjay.Digital NativeIt was reported a few months ago that Kunchacko Boban and Jis Joy are teaming up for a film. An update about this film is that it has been titled Mikacha Nadan Mohankumar. The first schedule of the film was wrapped up in Ernakulam and the next began in Kashmir. Bobby and Sanjay have penned the script for Mikacha Nadan Mohankumar and this is the fourth time the scriptwriters are associating with Kunchacko Boban. Siddique plays a film personality and Kunchacko Boban plays a singer in this film. The rest of the cast includes Sreenivasan, Saiju Kurup, Vinay Forrt, Ramesh Pisharody, and Basil Joseph in supporting roles. Prince Joy is composing music, while Bahul Ramesh has been signed up as the cinematographer, and Ratheesh Raj as the editor. The film is bankrolled by Listin Stephen’s Magic Frames.

Mollywood Aditi was last seen in the film ‘Aruvi’ in Tamil which was a box office hit.Digital NativeDirector Shaheed Kader is all set to venture into his next project with Kunchacko Boban in the lead role. While it was earlier stated that Nithya Menen would be playing the lead lady in the film, new reports have emerged which indicate that Aruvi fame Aditi Balan will be playing the lead. Shaheed Kader, an erstwhile associate of the late director Rajesh Pillai, has Chennaiyil Oru Naal, a remake of the hit Malayalam movie Traffic, to his credit. This time around, the director has planned a complete family entertainer which will revolve around a husband and wife. The story of this film is set in Kolkata and the shooting will begin next month. To be titled yet, this film is bankrolled by under the banner E4 Entertainment. Kunchacko Boban currently has Pada...

MollywoodThe film, which has not been titled yet, is scripted by Shahi Kabir of ‘Joseph’ fame.Digital NativeDigital NativeDirector Martin Prakkat is back wielding the megaphone. He has roped in Kunchacko Boban and Joju George for his upcoming film. Interestingly, Martin had produced Udaharanam Sujatha along with Joju George, which received positive reviews and did well at the box-office. Kunchacko was quoted by the Times of India as saying, “It is going to be different from Martin’s previous films. Joju and I play the lead in it. I am excitedly waiting for it.” Martin’s new directorial, which has not been titled yet, is scripted by Shahi Kabir of Joseph fame. The rest of the technical crew includes Shyju Khalid for camera work. The film will be produced by director Ranjith under his banner Gold Coin Motion Pictures. Martin told Toi, “We are currently working on the script. The...

MollywoodThe film is directed by Kamal Km, who has earlier made the critically acclaimed movie 'ID'.Digital NativeImage courtesy: Green Studio PhotographyThe shooting of the upcoming Malayalam film Pada has been wrapped up. The film has been progressing steadily for the past two months and has finally reached the post-production stage. The end of the shooting was marked with the team selfie which was posted on social media by its lead actor Kunchacko Boban. Vinayakan, Joju George and Dileesh Pothan also play important roles in this film directed by Kamal Km. Pada is bankrolled by E4 Entertainments. Sameer Thahir has cranked the camera for this venture. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kunchacko Boban (@kunchacks) on Jul 31, 2019 at 10:42am Pdt Kamal has directed two films before -- Alif and ID – and the latter was critically acclaimed. The film’s world premiere was at the prestigious Busan International Film Festival.

MollywoodTouted to be a thriller, the film will start rolling from August 1. Digital NativeDigital NativeDirector Midhun Manuel Thomas’ new film is titled Anchaam Pathira. The film will have Kunchacko Boban playing the male lead and the rest of the star cast includes Sharafudheen, Unnimaya Prasad, Sreenath Bhasi, Remya Nambeesan, Indrans, and Jinu Joseph. Touted to be a thriller, the film will start rolling from August 1. Aashiq Usman is bankrolling the film under his banner. Shyju Khalid will be cranking the camera for Anchaam Pathira with Sushin Shyam has been roped in to compose the tunes. The film is likely to hit the marquee later this year. Kunchacko Boban had played the title role in Allu Ramendran which hit the marquee earlier this year. Allu Ramendran was a comedy thriller directed by Bilahari. Girish had penned the script in association with Sajin Cherukayil and Vineeth Vasudevan. The film was produced by...

MollywoodThe film, a remake of the Telugu 'Pelli Choopulu', has an unpretentious script with believable characters and situations.CrisThere is nothing spectacular about Vijay Superum Pournamiyum but an hour after leaving the theatre, if you find yourself humming the last piece of music in the film and feeling pretty good about it, you have to admit, it was cute – the film, the actors, the story without surprises. Director Jis Joy who also wrote the film, based on a real life story, gives you the absolute comfort that comes from a unpretentious script. The film is a remake of the Telugu blockbuster Pelli Choopulu, directed by Tharun Bhascker. The story is of young people of today, but unlike quite a few of its contemporaries, Vijay Super does not feel the need to force certain traits movie-makers think young people should have. Even the love stories are passed off as the most...

MollywoodScheduled to go on the floors next month, it will be director Binjith’s debut venture.Digital NativeDigital NativeMalayalam actor Asif Ali has been bagging some very prestigious projects off late. The actor, according to sources, has been signed to play the lead role in the film Kakshi Amminipilla, to be directed by Binjith. Scheduled to go on the floors on the 20th of next month, it will be the director’s debut venture. The shooting for the film is expected to begin in Thalassery. There are no details yet on the lead opposite Asif or the rest of the cast and crew. Reports say that the details will be divulged officially very soon. Asif Ali currently has a couple of movies lined up for release this year. He will be seen starring in Mandaram and Iblis. While Mandaram is directed by newbie Vijesh Viay, Iblis will be directed by Vs Rohit of Adventures of Omanakuttan fame. The former is a coming of age movie while the latter will be a fantasy film. Besides these two films, Asif Ali will be collaborating with director Jis Joy with whom he had worked in two movies – Bicycle Thieves and Sunday Holiday – earlier. The film has Aishwarya Lekshmi playing the woman lead with Siddique, Renji Panicker, Shanthi Krishna, Kpac Lalitha, Balu Varghese, Arjun Ashokan and Aju Varghese being a part of the star cast. The actor, it is evident, is very picky about his films and has been choosing different genres to showcase his talent. Asif Ali made his debut as an actor in 2009 with the film Ritu, directed by Shyamaprasad, and has worked his way up after coming out with several hit films. He has worked with Sathyan Anthikkad in Kadha Thudarunnu, Aashiq Abu in Salt N Pepper, Amal Neerad in Bachelor Party, and so on, and has won several awards in his career so far. Also read: ‘Anatomy of a Kaamukan’: New Malayalam web series from Gautham Menon’s Ondraga (Content provided by Digital Native)...

MollywoodAsif Ali will pair opposite Aishwarya in Jis Joy's upcoming filmDigital NativeAishwarya Lekshmi has bagged the offer to play the female lead in the upcoming Malayalam movie Vijay Superum Pournamiyum, which has Asif Ali as the hero. The team had earlier approached Mamta Mohandas for the role but eventually Aishwarya Lekshmi bagged the role. Having made her debut in the Malayalam film industry with Njandukalude Naattil Oridavela, which turned out to be a massive success at the box office, Aishwarya went on to star in Mayaanadhi, which won her critical acclaim for her performance. While Asif Ali and Aishwarya Lekshmi play the lead pair in the upcoming film, the star cast also includes Kirshna, Siddique, Renji Panicker and others in supporting roles. Donning the director’s robes for Vijay Superum Pournamiyum will be Jis Joy. The director shot to limelight with his film Sunday Holiday turning out to be a huge success at the box office. Aishwarya Lekshmi is one of the fastest rising heroines in the Malayalam film industry, bagging some prestigious offers in the industry. She recently inked the deal to play the female lead in the Fahadh Faasil starrer Varuthan, which will be directed by Amal Neerad. The film is being bankrolled jointly by Fahadh and Amal Neerad. She made her debut last year with the Malayalam film Njandukalude Nattil Oridavela and her second film Mayaanadh released in the same year. She went on to win a few awards for her roles in both the films and notable among it was the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut – South for Njandukalude Nattil Oridavela. Directed by Althaf Salim, Njandukalude Nattil Oridavela was produced by actor Nivin Pauly, who also played the main lead in it.

MollywoodAsif Ali has a slew of films in his kitty right now in different stages of production.Digital NativeDigital NativeActor Asif Ali is fast turning out to be a successful actor in the Malayalam film industry. He has several hit films to his credit including Apoorvaragam, Traffic, Salt N' Pepper, Ordinary, Ozhimuri, Honey Bee, Sapthamashree Thaskaraha, Nirnayakam, Anuraga Karikkin Vellam, and Sunday Holiday. Having proved his mettle as an actor, he made his debut as a producer with Kohinoor which was produced by his home banner Adam's World of Imaagination. He has also won several awards in his long career. In a recent interview to the Times of India, the actor is reported to have expressed his desire to act in Rs 200 crore budget film. He has made it clear that he wants to be a part of a high budget film but there were none offered to him right now. In the interview, he has been quoted as saying, “It might sound clichéd but more than a star I want to grow as an actor. Fortunately, I have had this luck to be able to select films. While I have that option, I decided to choose versatile characters and personally I get a kick out of doing these roles.” Asif Ali went on to add, “I want to do a Rs 200 crore movie too, but as of now I am not part of any.” Will the actor’s wish come true? Well, hopefully, it might in the near future. Asif Ali has a slew of films in his kitty right now in different stages of production. His films in the pipeline are B Tech directed by Mridul Nair, Mandharam for which Vijesh Vijay is wielding the megaphone, Iblis, a Rohith V S directorial and Vijay Superum Paurnamiyum directed by Jis Joy. (Content provided by Digital Native)...