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The last week of November will see a host of regional titles varying from action thriller to political thriller, to slice-of-life drama, being released on the different Ott platforms. Here is a list of five titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention this week.

‘Leo’: The Tamil action thriller film directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and produced by Seven Screen Studio, stars Vijay in the titular role, alongside Sanjay Dutt, Arjun, Trisha, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Mysskin, Madonna Sebastian, George Maryan, Mansoor Ali Khan, Priya Anand and Mathew Thomas. It is the third instalment in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (Lcu).

The film follows Parthi, a cafe owner and animal rescuer in Theog, who is pursued by gangsters Antony and Harold Das who suspect him to be Antony’s estranged son, Leo. It will stream on Netflix from November 24 in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi.

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The last week of November will see a host of regional titles varying from action thriller to political thriller, to slice-of-life drama, being released on the different Ott platforms. Here is a list of five titles on various Ott platforms that have caught the attention this week.

‘Leo’: The Tamil action thriller film directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and produced by Seven Screen Studio, stars Vijay in the titular role, alongside Sanjay Dutt, Arjun, Trisha, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Mysskin, Madonna Sebastian, George Maryan, Mansoor Ali Khan, Priya Anand and Mathew Thomas. It is the third instalment in the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (Lcu).

The film follows Parthi, a cafe owner and animal rescuer in Theog, who is pursued by gangsters Antony and Harold Das who suspect him to be Antony’s estranged son, Leo. It will stream on Netflix from November 24 in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi.

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After the success of his political action thriller Chaaver, director Tinu Pappachan is all set to team up with Dulquer Salmaan for his next project. The film, which is yet to be titled, is said to be a different subject than what was initially planned by the duo. According to sources, the film will be an action thriller set in an all-night scenario, where Dulquer will play a character who gets involved in a series of events that change his life.

The film is expected to go on floors soon, after Dulquer wraps up his current commitments. The cast and crew details are yet to be revealed by the makers. Tinu Pappachan, who made his directorial debut with Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil, has proved his mettle as a filmmaker who can handle intense and realistic action sequences. Dulquer Salmaan, who is known for his versatility and charm, has also shown his prowess...

Chaaver is a Malayalam thriller film directed by Tinu Pappachan and starring Kunjako Boban, Arjun Ashokan and Manoj K.U in the lead roles. The film revolves around the aftermath of a murder that took place in Kannur and how the culprits try to escape from the law. The film boasts of a strong technical team, with Jinto handling the camera, Ranganath Ravi the sound, Justin Varghese the music and Nishadh Yusuf the editing. The script is written by Joy Mathew, who also plays a pivotal role in the film.

The film has a promising premise and a nonlinear narrative that reveals the story layer by layer. The direction by Tinu Pappachan is excellent and the performances by the actors are stunning. The film also has some references to the previous films of Tinu Pappachan and his mentor Lijo Jose Pellissery.

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Chaaver is an upcoming Malayalam action thriller film directed by Tinu Pappachan and starring Kunchacko Boban, Arjun Ashokan and Anthony Pepe in the lead roles. The film is set to release on October 13, 2023 and promises to be a gripping and entertaining ride for the audience. Here are five reasons why you should watch Chaaver in theatres:

1.The Brand – Tinu Paapachan

Tinu Pappachan is one of the most promising directors in Malayalam cinema, who has delivered two of the best action films ever released in Malayalam: Swantham Rithyam and Ajagajantharam. Both these films gave the best theatre experience to the viewers with their stunning visuals, thrilling stunts and engaging narration. Watching a Tinu Pappachan film in theatres is never going to be a waste of time, as he knows how to keep the audience hooked till the end.

Chaaver Trailer 2. Strong cast from Versatile Kunchako Boban

Chaaver boasts of a strong...

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

Malaikottai Vaaliban

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

Chaaver, the highly awaited action thriller starring Kunchacko Boban, Antony Varghese and Arjun Ashokan, is all set to hit the screens tomorrow. The film, directed by Tinu Pappachan and written by Joy Mathew, is a political drama that revolves around a group of rebels who take on the systemAd1

The film has already created a lot of buzz among the audience with its intriguing teaser and trailer, which promise a high-octane and tension-filled ride. The makers have also released a series of character posters and stills, showcasing the different shades of the protagonists and antagonists2

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The latest update from the team is that they have released one more lyrical song from the film, titled ‘Polika Polika’. The song, composed by Justin Varghese and sung by Harisankar Ks, is a catchy number that captures the mood of the film. The lyrics, penned by Anwar Ali, are a mix of Malayalam and Hindi,...

The Malayalam film industry is known for producing some of the most innovative and daring films in India, and one of the upcoming films that has created a lot of buzz is Chaaver, directed by Tinu Pappachan. The film, which has been censored with a U/A certificate, is slated to release on October 5th, and the makers have recently dropped the trailer that has left the viewers intrigued and excited.

Chaaver, which means “Martyrs” in Malayalam, is an action thriller that stars Kunchacko Boban in the lead role, along with Antony Varghese and Arjun Ashokan in pivotal roles. The film’s story is written by Joy Mathew, who is also a renowned actor and director. The film’s premise is shrouded in mystery, with only hints about its plot and character dynamics.

Chaaver Trailer

The trailer shows glimpses of Kunchacko Boban’s character, who seems to be a fugitive...

The much-awaited Malayalam political action thriller Chaaver, starring Kunchacko Boban, Antony Varghese and Arjun Ashokan, has been postponed due to some pending works in the post-production stage. The film, directed by Tinu Pappachan and written by Joy Mathew, was initially scheduled to release on September 28, 2023. However, the makers have decided to push the release date to a later date, citing the quality of the film as their priority.

The postponement of Chaaver informed to the theatres that had booked the film for screening that they will not release the film on September 28, 2023.

Chaaver Trailer

The UAE bookings for Chaaver, which were opened earlier this week, will be refunded to the people who had booked their tickets online.

As of now, there is no official date for the release of Chaaver, but reportedly it will hit the screens on October 5, 2023. This is considered to be a good date as there are...

Malayalam cinema is witnessing a lot of action and excitement in the month of September. Here are some of the latest updates on the upcoming and ongoing movies in the industry.

Rdx, the action thriller starring Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese and Neeraj Madhav, has started streaming on Netflix from September 24. The movie, which was released in theatres on August 23, had to stop its screening from the second shows on September 23 due to the Feouk rule, which mandates a 28-day gap between theatrical and Ott release. Rdx Trailer

And the movies playing streaming platforms can not be run in theatres. Rdx, directed by Nahas Hidayath, is a high-octane film that revolves around a hacker who gets involved in a deadly game of cat and mouse with a mysterious enemy.

Kannur Squad, the crime drama starring Mammootty, Vijayaraghavan, Rony David and Shabareesh Varma, is all set to release in theatres from September 28. The movie,...

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The much-awaited trailer of Chaaver, the latest film by Tinu Pappachan, the director of Swathantryam Ardharathriyil and Ajagajatharam, has been released online. The film, which stars Kunchacko Boban and Arjun Ashokan is set to clash with Mammootty’s Kannur Squad at the box office on September 28. The UAE booking for Chaaver has also been opened, promising a thrilling theatre experience for the audience.

The trailer of Chaaver gives a glimpse of the plot, which revolves around a group of people who do something for the political party they support and how they escape from the judicial system and the aftermath of the incident. The film has a similar visual language to Tinu Pappachan’s previous films, but every department is top notch, especially the sound effects and background score. The trailer also showcases some intense action sequences and deep characters, with Kunchacko...

The wait is finally over for the fans of Kunchacko Boban and Tinu Pappachan, as the much-awaited trailer of their upcoming action thriller Chaaver will be released by none other than the superstar Mohanlal through his social media pages on Friday, 22nd September, at 6 Pm. The film, which also stars Antony Varghese and Arjun Ashokan in pivotal roles, is expected to be a high-octane entertainer with a gripping plot and stunning visuals.

Chaaver, which means “martyrs” in Malayalam, is the third directorial venture of Tinu Pappachan, who made his debut with the critically acclaimed Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil (2018) and followed it up with the blockbuster Ajagajantharam (2021). The film is based on a story written by Joy Mathew, who is also known for his acting and scripting skills. The film is produced by Arun Narayan and Venu Kunnapilly under the banners of Arun Narayan Productions and Kavya Film Company.

Chaaver Teaser

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Weekend Blockbusters, the production house behind some of the acclaimed Malayalam films such as Rdx and Minnal Murali, has announced its seventh production venture. The film will star Antony Varghese, who played one of the leads in Rdx, and will be directed by debutant Ajith Mampally. The music will be composed by Sam C. S., who also scored Rdx and other popular films like Vikram Vedha and Kaithi. The film is tentatively titled Production No 7 and is said to be an action-packed revenge drama12

Antony Varghese, also known by his screen name Pepe, is one of the rising stars of Malayalam cinema. He made his debut in 2017 with the blockbuster Angamaly Diaries, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery. He has since acted in films like Swathandriam Ardharathriyil, Jallikattu, Ajagajantharam and Rdx. He is also awaiting the release of Chaaver, directed by Tinu Pappachan, and Aaravam, directed by Nahas Hidayath34

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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,...

Weekend Blockbusters, the production house behind the blockbuster action thriller Rdx: Robert Dony Xavier, is all set to launch their next film with Antony Varghese in the lead role. The film, which is yet to be titled, will be directed by debutant Ajith Mampally, who has earlier worked as an assistant director in films like Wolf and Chathur Mukham. The film is said to be a revenge action drama set against the backdrop of the sea. The pooja ceremony of the film will take place on September 16.

Antony Varghese, who is popularly known by his screen name Pepe, has become one of the most sought-after actors for action roles in Malayalam cinema. He made his debut in 2017 with Lijo Jose Pellissery’s Angamaly Diaries, which earned him critical acclaim and several awards. He then starred in Swathandriam Ardharathriyil, Jallikattu, Ajagajantharam and Rdx, all of which were successful at the box office.

The makers of Chaaver, the upcoming Malayalam action thriller directed by Tinu Pappachan, have unveiled the latest poster of the film, featuring Antony Varghese in a never seen before look. The actor, who is also known by his screen name Pepe, has shed his beard and sports a clean-shaven appearance in the poster.

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Chaaver also stars Kunchacko Boban and Arjun Ashokan in lead roles. According to rumours, The film is set in the backdrop of a forest and revolves around the lives of three friends who embark on a risky mission. The film promises to be a gripping ride of emotions, action, and cinematic brilliance. The screenplay is written by acclaimed actor-director Joy Mathew, who has also penned the dialogues for the film.

Chaver New Poster

The film is produced by Venu Kunnappilly under the banner of Kavya Film Company.

The makers of Chaaver, the upcoming Malayalam action thriller directed by Tinu Pappachan, have released a new poster of the film, featuring Antony Varghese in a fierce avatar. The poster also announces that the trailer of the film will be out soon.

Antony Varghese, who is also known by his screen name Pepe, is one of the leading actors in the film, along with Kunchacko Boban and Arjun Ashokan. The actor made his debut in 2017 with the blockbuster Angamaly Diaries, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery. He later collaborated with Tinu Pappachan for Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil and Ajagajantharam, both of which were successful at the box office.

Chaaver Teaser

Chaaver is said to be based on a true story of a group of rebels who fought against the British colonial rule in Kerala. The film is produced by Arun Narayan and Venu Kunnapilly under the banners of Arun Narayan Productions and Kavya Film Company.

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

Rdx: A Commercial Entertainer with Three Leads Rdx Trailer

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

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

Chaaver, the latest Malayalam action thriller film directed by Tinu Pappachan and written by Joy Mathew, is all set to hit the theatres on September 21, 2023. The film stars Kunchacko Boban, Antony Varghese and Arjun Ashokan in the lead roles, along with Sajin Gopu in a supporting role. The film is produced by Arun Narayan and Venu Kunnapilly under the banners of Arun Narayan Productions and Kavya Film Company.

The film’s title, which means martyrs in Malayalam, hints at the theme of sacrifice and vengeance that runs through the story. The film revolves around three friends who are part of a rebel group that fights against the oppressive regime of a tyrannical ruler. The friends face many challenges and dangers as they try to overthrow the dictator and free their people from his clutches. The film promises to be a gripping and intense drama that explores the themes of friendship,...

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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Chaaver Second Motion Poster

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

The second motion poster for the upcoming Malayalam film Chaaver, directed by Tinu Pappachan, will be released on Saturday, July 29th at 5:00 Pm. The film stars Kunchacko Boban, Arjun Ashokan, and Antony Varghese in the lead roles.

Chaaver is an action thriller film that is set in the backdrop of a desert. The first motion poster for the film was released in February 2023, and it received a positive response from fans and critics alike. The poster featured a jeep driving through a desert, with the text “Tinu Pappachan’s Chaaver” and “Second Look Motion Poster”.

Chaaver First Motion Teaser

Tinu Pappachan is one of the most acclaimed directors in Malayalam cinema. His previous films, Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil and Ajagajantharam, were both critically acclaimed and commercial successes. He is known for his stylish action sequences and his ability to create suspenseful and gripping narratives.

The second motion poster for Chaaver is...

After the success of Vaathi, a Tamil-Telugu bilingual film starring Dhanush, director Venky Atluri is all set to helm his next project with another South Indian star, Dulquer Salmaan. The film titled Lucky Bhaskar, will be a pan-Indian film and will mark the first collaboration between Atluri and Salmaan. The film will also feature Gv Prakash Kumar as the music composer, who has previously worked with Atluri in Vaathi.

The announcement of the film was made on social media by the production houses Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas, who are jointly producing the film. They shared a picture of Atluri and Salmaan and wrote, “The uber cool #Dq is Back! Sithara Entertainments’ in Association with @fortune4cinemas #Production24 will be directed by the our dearest #VenkyAtluri ft. @dulQuer . Shoot begins this October! Summer 2024 release” 1

Lucky Baskhar First Look

Atluri also expressed his excitement and happiness to work with Salmaan,...

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...

Acclaimed filmmaker Mahesh Narayanan and popular actor-producer Kunchacko Boban are re-teaming for “Ariyippu” (“Declaration”), the first Indian film in Locarno’s international competition in 17 years.

The Malayalam-language film follows Hareesh (Boban) and Reshmi (Divya Prabha), an immigrant couple from Kerala working in a medical gloves factory near Delhi, who aspire to go abroad for a better life. During the Covid-19 lockdowns, when an old video resurfaces among the factory workers, it opens up a Pandora’s box that threatens the couple’s jobs and marriage.

Narayanan got the germ of the film’s idea from a newspaper article about a female bank employee who had approached the Mumbai high court demanding a “declaration” clarifying that a video which had been circulated in her bank was a look alike and not her. That idea travelled with Narayanan for a while until he hit upon the premise about a migrant couple working in a gloves factory.

Last week we got our first look at Tinu Pappachan's upcoming holiday release, Ajagajantharam. With the cinema opening less than two weeks away, the team has dropped a second, even more exciting promo on us, teasing a "festival of chaos" in Kerala! Pappachan comes from the indie film orbit of Jallikattu's Lijo Jose Pellissery, and both use a lot of the same actors and technicians, so a passing resemblance is inevitable, but Pappachan seems focused on taking his mentor's trademark chaotic mania as a jumping off point toward even higher realms of action madness. Ajagajantharam features Antony "Pepe" Vaghese in the lead and a number of high profile performers in supporting roles including writer/actor Chemban Vinod Jose, Arjun Ashokan (Nayattu), Sabumon...

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Blasting out of India's current cinema hotspot of Kerala, Tinu Pappachan's Ajagajantharam is ready to knock the action movie world on its ass. A student and collaborator of Jallikattu director, Lijo Jose Pellissary, Pappachan has worked for years as an associate director on Ljp's films. In 2018 he stepped out on his own with a prison break film called Swathanthryam Ardharithriyil (Freedom at Midnight), a distinctly action-centered take on The Shawshank Redemption, which I absolutely adored. Now he's finally returning to the director's chair with his sophmore project, Ajagajantharam. The latest film, which doesn't really have an English translation (I looked), is the story of a festival interrupted by feuding factions bent on destroying one another. It looks abslutely insane in the best possible way....

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Lijo Jose Pellissery seems to have created a school of cinema in Malayalam cinema, and who better to continue his legacy than his former assistant, Tinu Pappachan, who presented his debut with “Freedom at Midnight”, a movie his mentor co-produced alongside Chemban Vinod Jose.

The story follows the same labyrinth paths movies “Jallikattu” does, but the main premise revolves around Jacob, a manager at a big financial firm, who finds himself behind bars when he tries to save the woman he loves from the clutches of a corrupt police force. His efforts, however, end up with him in jail and Betty beaten up and in a hospital. While in prison, the whole truth about his situation is revealed, while he desperately tries to survive the guard’s brutality and the inmates who want him dead, in order to survive and save Betty.

There are three key elements in Pellissery’s cinematic style,...

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...

Mollywood‘Ajagajandharam’, directed by Tinu Pappachan, is reportedly a sequel to his film ‘Swathandryam Ardharathriyil’.Digital NativeAntony Varghese has just wrapped up the shooting of his upcoming film, titled Ajagajandharam, which is directed by Tinu Pappachan. Reports are that this film is a sequel to the director’s hit movie Swathandryam Ardharathriyil. It has Chemban Vinod Jose and Tito Wilson in pivotal roles as well. The cast also includes Kichu Tellus and Vineeth Viswam and they have penned the film’s script as well. Arjun Asokan, Sudhi Koppa, Sabumon Abdusamad, and Jaffer Idukki form the rest of the cast. The technical crew of Ajagajandharam comprises Jinto George for handling the camera and Shameer Muhammed for the editing. The film is bankrolled by Immanuel Joseph and Ajith Thalapilliyum under the banner Silver Bay Studios with Central Pictures signing up its distribution rights. It may be noted here that Antony Varghese’ new film,...

Mollywood‘Ajagajandharam’, directed by Tinu Pappachan, is reportedly a sequel to his film ‘Swathandryam Ardharathriyil’.Digital NativeAntony Varghese has just wrapped up the shooting of his upcoming film, titled Ajagajandharam, which is directed by Tinu Pappachan. Reports are that this film is a sequel to the director’s hit movie Swathandryam Ardharathriyil. It has Chemban Vinod Jose and Tito Wilson in pivotal roles as well. The cast also includes Kichu Tellus and Vineeth Viswam and they have penned the film’s script as well. Arjun Asokan, Sudhi Koppa, Sabumon Abdusamad, and Jaffer Idukki form the rest of the cast. The technical crew of Ajagajandharam comprises Jinto George for handling the camera and Shameer Muhammed for the editing. The film is bankrolled by Immanuel Joseph and Ajith Thalapilliyum under the banner Silver Bay Studios with Central Pictures signing up its distribution rights. It may be noted here that Antony Varghese’ new film,...

InterviewSabumon, who was the winner of Malayalam ‘Bigg Boss’ last year, is in Lijo's upcoming film 'Jallikattu' and many more.Cris Sabumon Abdusamad first acted in a film in 2002, which was also one of Prithviraj’s early films - Nakshathrakkannulla Rajakumaran Avanundoru Rajakumari. More than 10 years later, he was acting in his third film Punyalan Agarbattis. But this year alone – 2019 -- he has about eight movies in his filmography, four or five of them happening at the same time. “It must be my stint in Bigg Boss,” he says. Sabumon was the winner of the first Malayalam season of Bigg Boss, a reality TV show where participants live in a closed house and are made to do various tasks without contact with the outside world. Vijay Babu, actor and producer, announced during the Bigg Boss final show that he would take Sabumon on board for his next production,...

Whatever is in the water in Kerala these days, I've gotta get some for myself. India's newest hot spot for thrilling filmmakers is churning out new and exciting films all the time, and the latest thriller to hit cinema screens in Tinu Pappachan's Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil (Freedom at Midnight). Pappachan, making his first feature after working as an assistant on the films of Malayalam cinema's current critical champion Lijo Jose Pellissery, is a force to reckon with. The film feels like the work of a hungry contender looking to make his mark, and with a crackling script by Dileep Kurian to work from, it definitely succeeds in making an impression as an incredibly solid thriller punctuated with brilliant action and storytelling. Jacob (Antony Varghese) is on...

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MollywoodThis jailbreak film never gets monotonous. Sowmya RajendranAntony Varghese, with his shaggy mane and smouldering eyes, looks like a messiah descended on earth to lead those who believe in him to the light. So, it’s apt that he plays the lead in Swathanthyram Ardarathriyil, a jailbreak film where he’s an accused in a murder case. Set mostly within the confines of a prison, and narrower still within the setting of Cell No. 6, Tinu Pappachan’s slow burn thriller never gets monotonous. The characters cannot speak much. They’re under the (mostly) watchful eyes of the cops. Their plans have to be made in whispers, gestures, expressions and even newspaper cuttings. The need for secrecy is a constant and the actors – all of them – succeed in drawing the audience to that edgy reality. As a story, Swathanthyram does not have much depth. It is not, for instance, like Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum, where there are so many layers to every character, including the cops. Jacob (Antony Varghese) is single-minded in his purpose and the storytelling is devoid of distractions. As he makes his moves on a chessboard he does not have full control over, the upsets and triumphs are what make up the plot. Can he pull it off? Till the last moment, we don’t know the answer. And when the realisation dawns upon us at the end of a superbly shot sequence, the audacity of it takes our breath away. Vinayakan (who was received with cheers usually reserved for a hero by the audience) and Chemban Vinod Jose, who play Jacob’s co-conspirators, are in their elements, shifting between black comedy and sheer desperation. Girish Gangadharan’s cinematography deserves special mention – there’s so much detailing in the frames that needs to be communicated to the audience without the use of dialogues. In many films, for instance, you can close your eyes for a good part and still understand most of the story. Do that in Swathanthyram and you won’t understand head or tail of it. Like that scene in which Jacob wordlessly pours a mug of water over the Bengali migrant, as if performing abhishekam to a god. It is unexpectedly poignant and speaks so much without needing anyone to open their mouths. The stunt sequences are choreographed well, too. These are not present to merely showcase the hero’s machismo. Each of it takes the film further towards the conclusion. The background score ably builds up the suspense in the film without trying to manipulate us into judgments about what we’re watching. I did feel, though, that the film went a bit overboard with the rain and slow motion, even within the stylised framework. And I wish the writing had been better in the flashback portions. The whole thing looked hurried and is not as impactful as the rest of the film somehow. Aswathy Manohar doesn’t have much to do in the film. None of the women characters do. That’s understandable, considering where the film is set for the most part. However, the actor makes an impression despite her short screen time. Seeing Lijo Jose Pelissery, who directed Antony Varghese in Angamaly Diaries (in one scene, someone hums the enjoyable Chayakadakara song from the film when the prison inmates are being served tea), along with the actor on screen puts a smile on your face. Swathanthyram Ardarathriyil is yet another memorable film for Antony Varghese. If the actor continues making such intelligent choices, he will go far indeed.

MollywoodSources in the know say that Tinu Pappachan, who had directed the Malayalam version, may go on to direct the Tamil remake as well.Digital NativeDigital NativeSwathanthryam Ardharathriyil, which had the Angamaly Diaries fame actor Antony Varghese in the lead, hit the silver screens on March 31 to a big opening. The film has been doing well at the box office with its first-day box office collections being Rs 1.5 crores. Directed by Tinu Pappachan, the film is bankrolled by Angamaly Diaries director-writer duo, Lijo Jose Pellissery and Chemban Vinod Jose and director B Unnikrishnan. The film’s star cast, apart from Antony Varghese includes Chemban Vinod Jose, Vinayakan, Sinoj Varghese, Tito Wilson, and Lijo Jose Pellissery. Music director Deepak Alexander composed the Bgm score for this flick and Jakes Bejoy had scored music for the soundtrack. The cameraman for the film was Gireesh Gangadharan and Shabeer Mohammed had done the editing. The other technical crew includes Stephy Zaviour taking care of the costume designs, Gokul Das in charge of the art department, and Ronex Xavier for makeup. Touted to be a thriller, its box office collections make it one of the successful films of the year. Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil has collected approximately Rs 6.96 Lakhs from the two-day run at the Kochi multiplexes. According to a report by Forum Keralam, the film collected Rs 3.19 lakhs on its first day and Rs 3.77 Lakhs on its second day. The movie has 13 shows at the Kochi multiplexes alone. The film’s success did create a huge competition among the filmmakers for the remake rights. According to sources, the Tamil remake rights of Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil have been sold out. Guess who would be playing the lead role in it? Well, Jiiva has been roped in to reprise the role done by Antony Varghese. Sources in the know say that Tinu Pappachan, who had directed the Malayalam version, may go on to direct the Tamil remake as well. The talks are in the initial stages and an official announcement regarding it will be made once things are finalized. (Content provided by Digital Native) p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 15.0px; font: 12.8px Arial; color: #222222; -webkit-text-stroke: #222222; background-color: #ffffff} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 15.0px; font: 12.8px Arial; color: #222222; -webkit-text-stroke: #222222; background-color: #ffffff; min-height: 15.0px} span.s1 {font-kerning: none}...

MollywoodThe actor’s second film ‘Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil’ released on March 31 and is doing well at the box office.Digital NativeDigital NativeAntony Varghese, who made his debut with Angamaly Diaries, has struck gold once again at the box office with his second outing, Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil, getting a good response on the opening day. The film hit the silver screens on March 31 and is doing well at the box office, thanks to the long weekend. Directed by Tinu Pappachan, the film is bankrolled by Angamaly Diaries director-writer duo, Lijo Jose Pellissery and Chemban Vinod Jose, and director B Unnikrishnan. Apart from Antony Varghese, the film’s star cast includes Chemban Vinod Jose, Vinayakan, Sinoj Varghese, Tito Wilson, and Lijo Jose Pellissery. According to box office reports, Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil has collected Rs 1.5 crore on the day of its release in Kerala and the collections are soaring. Deepak Alexander has composed the background score for this flick while Jakes Bejoy has scored music for the soundtrack. Gireesh Gangadharan is the cinematographer and Shabeer Mohammed had done the editing. The other technical crew include Stephy Xavior for costume designing, Gokul Das in charge of the art department and Ronex Xavier for make-up. It may be mentioned here that the trailer of the film, which was released on March 18, went on to garner a huge response and got 1 million views. On the trailer release, several top Bollywood stars took to Twitter to share it online and wish the team success. Bollywood actor Jackie Shroff, while sharing the YouTube link of the trailer, wrote that it looks “terrific.” Actor Suneil Shetty wrote: “The best thing about cinema is that language has never been a barrier to watch one! And this trailer has definitely caught my attention Antony! Looking forward to the release! The very best @VarghesePepe.” The best thing about cinema is that language has never been a barrier to watch one! And this trailer has definitely caught my attention Antony! Looking forward to the release! The very best @VarghesePepe YouTube link : https://t.co/QXinD2U0a5 — Suniel Shetty (@SunielVShetty) March 18, 2018 Meanwhile, Antony Varghese is rumoured to have landed a pivotal role in Mani Ratnam’s upcoming multi-starrer Chekka Chivantha Vaanam, featuring an ensemble cast including Arvind Samy, Jyothika, Simbu, Vijay Sethupathi, Arun Vijay, Aditi Rao Hydari, Aishwarya Rajesh, Prakash Raj, Jayasudha, Mansoor Ali Khan and Thiagarajan. Mani Ratnam was apparently impressed with his work in Angamaly Diaries, which introduced 85 newcomers. (Content provided by Digital Native)...

Mollywood The trailer of the film was jointly released by Prithviraj, Nivin Pauly, Tovino Thomas and others.Tnm StaffAfter the grand success of Angamaly Diaries, the trailer of Antony Varghese's next film Swathanthriyam ArdhaRathriyil (Freedom at Midnight) was released on March 18. The 1 minute and 43 second trailer is set in a prison and promises a fast-paced, nail-biting thriller. The trailer introduces Varghese in style with 'Pepe is back', a reference to Vincent Pepe, his character in Angamaly Diaries. The trailer indicates that Varghese, along with other members of the cast, are inmates in a prison and we're treated to a few action packed clashes between them. The loud metal background score too adds to the thrill element in the trailer. According to earlier reports, Varghese will be essaying the role of a person who has been working in a finance company. The trailer was released simultaneously by the big stars of Mollywood - Prithviraj Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, Nivin Pauly, Indrajit and Bollywood star Jackie Shroff. Scripted by Dileep Kurien and directed by Tinu Pappachan, the film is jointly produced by Lijo Jose Pellissery and Chemban Vinod Jose, along with BC Joshi and B Unnikrishnan. Apart from Varghese, the film also has ace actor Vinayakan in the star cast. The film is expected to release later this month. Angamaly Diaries, which hit the theatres on March 3, 2017, was one of the highest grossing films of the year, earning Rs 20 crores at the box office. With 86 debutants in the film’s star cast, the film is also widely regarded as one of the biggest hits in the Malayalam film industry. The film’s lead, Antony Varghese, a resident of Angamaly, was intentionally chosen to add to the authenticity of the film as he would know the pulse of the town, where the film was set. With the grand success of Angamaly Diaries, audiences are eagerly awaiting the release of Swathanthriyam ArdhaRathriyil. Watch trailer here:...

It's an exciting time to follow Indian cinema, and the Malayalam language film industry in the state of Kerala has been putting out some of the nation's most incredible new films for several years now. The lastest film to catch my eye is the debut feature from director Tinu Pappachan, assistant director to Kerala's Lijo Jose Pellissery (Double Barrel, Angamaly Diaries, Ee Ma Yau). The film, titled Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil (Freedom at Midnight), is a new action thriller with one hell of a pedigree that looks really amazing. Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil was co-produced by Pellissery and his Angamaly Diaries writer/star, Chemban Vinod Jose. The new film stars Antony Varghese, who came out of nowhere to lead the cast of Angamaly last year to huge critical and commercial...

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FilmAccording to sources, the 'Angamaly Diaries' actor has been approached for a role in the film.Digital NativeDirector Mani Ratnam’s upcoming film, which has not been titled yet, is likely to have an interesting star cast. While it has been revealed already that Simbu, Vijay Sethupathi and Arvind Swamy are onboard, the latest we hear from sources is that Anthony Varghese of Angamaly Diaries fame will be seen in a pivotal role in the film. It is said that the young actor has been approached by the Mani Ratnam team for a role, but whether he is on board or not is not certain yet. Oscar winning music composer Ar Rahman has been signed to compose the tunes for this flick and Santosh Sivan will be cranking the camera. Anthony Varghese shot to limelight with his debut movie Angamaly Diaries in which he played Vincent Pepe. The film, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, was one of the biggest hits in the Malayalam film industry and it catapulted Anthony Varghese to star status instantly. He is currently busy with the Malayalam film Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil which is being directed by debutant Tinu Pappachan. Reports say that the actor will be playing a thug in this thriller. Apart from Anthony Varghese, the film also has Chemban Vinod Jose and Vinayakan in important roles. The shooting of this film began in October last year and it is expected to hit the silver screens in March this year. If Anthony Varghese manages to get on board the Mani Ratnam directorial, then it would mark his debut in the Tamil film industry. The film will go on the floors this month but the shooting is expected to begin full swing from next month. Reports say that the actors have undergone special training and have prepared well, much ahead of the regular shooting. Mani Ratnam will be directing the movie and bankrolling it under his banner Madras Talkies...

MollywoodThe film is reportedly a thriller.Digital NativeAnthony Varghese who made his debut as an actor with Angamaly Diaries is back with a bang in his second movie Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil. While in his debut flick he mesmerised the audiences with his performance as a local thug, in Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil he plays a guy from Kottayam. Tinu Pappachan has directed this venture which has Anthony playing the role of a man named Jacob from Kottayam. The teaser of this thriller was recently released and captured the attention of film buffs in a big way. The thrilling music has upped the expectation levels among the audiences as well. Speaking about his film Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil, the director is reported to have said that it is a thriller with some gravity-defying action sequences. He added that fans will get to see a completely different Anthony from what they saw in Angamaly Diaries. Vinayakan and Chemban Vinod Jose are sharing screen space with Anthony Varghese in the film and they will have equally important roles, we hear from sources. Both Anthony and Chemban Vinod will be seen speaking the Kottayam dialect in the movie, added the sources. Dileep Kurien has written the script and he has co-produced the film along with Angamaly Diaries director Lijo Jose Pellissery, writer Chemban Vinod Jose and director B Unnikrishnan. Cinematographer Gireesh Gangadharan and editor Shameer Mohammed who had worked in Angamaly Diaries are handling their respective departments in this film too. Tinu Pappachan, who had worked with Lijo Jose as his assistant, is wielding the megaphone for this venture and has said that Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil will be a completely different film. Incidentally, the story is set in a single night and how an event upturns the lives of the lead characters. The film has been shot extensively in various locations including Kottayam, Mangaluru and Australia.

Antony Varghese, who made his debut in the hit flick Angamaly Diaries, has finally signed on the dotted lines for his next. Though his first film hit theatres several months ago, Antony seemed to be in no hurry to hop on to his next project.

He has now finally agreed to star in an action thriller, and it’s no surprise that he will be working with members of the Angamaly Diaries team once more. The film will be directed by Tinu Pappachan, who was the chief associate director to Lijo Jose Pellissery – the director of Angamaly Diaries.