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10. Nizhal (2021) Nizhal Trailer

Nizhal is a Malayalam psychological thriller movie that stars Kunchacko Boban as a judicial magistrate who investigates a series of crimes that are linked to a child’s imagination. The movie tries to mix the elements of crime drama and psychological thriller, but fails to deliver a convincing or coherent story. The movie has some good performances and technical aspects, but suffers from a weak script and a disappointing climax. Nizhal is part of the redemption of Kunchacko Boban,...

KollywoodThe makers also released a trailer of the Ar Rahman musical, which hints at a dark thriller. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeFilmmaker and actor Parthiban is gearing up for his upcoming Tamil film Iravin Nizhal. The makers unveiled the trailer of the film on Sunday, May 22. The film is set to hit the big screens on June 24. The trailer hints that the film revolves around Parthiban’s character taking a look back at different stages of his life. The cast includes actors Varalakshmi Sarathkumar, Robo Shankar, Priyanka Ruth, Brigida Saga, Sneha Kumar, Anand Krishnan and Chandru, among others. Touted to be the world's first non-linear single-shot film, Iravin Nizhal has music by Ar Rahman. VFX for the film is handled by Cottalango Leon. The trailer was unveiled by Madhavan on April 22, who wrote, “What a complete honor and privilege it is for me to post this trailer of #Iravinnizhal .. fantastic and effortless technique and so very brilliant.

MollywoodHelmed by ‘Thamasha’ fame Ashraf Hamza, the comedy drama co-stars Chinnu Chandni and is written by Chemban Vinod Jose, who is also on board as a co-producer.Tnm StaffFacebook/ Aashiq AbuUpcoming Malayalam film Bheemante Vazhi is set to hit the big screens on December 3. The film stars actors Kunchacko Boban and Chinnu Chandni in the lead roles. Helmed by filmmaker Ashraf Hamza, the comedy drama film also stars actors Chemban Vinod Jose, Jinu Joseph and Nirmal Palazhi in supporting roles. The movie is also produced by Chemban Vinod Jose under the banner of Chembosky Motion Pictures along with Rima Kallingal and Aashiq Abu under the banner of Opm Cinemas. Sharing the announcement with fans, producer Aashiq Abu wrote on Facebook: “Bheemante Vazhi on December 3rd.” The trailer of Bheemante Vazhi was unveiled on November 12. Filmmaker Ashraf Hamza made his directorial debut with the critically acclaimed film Thamasha. The film...

MollywoodFrom planting a sapling to following a fitness regime, actor Kunchacko Boban suggested a range of activities as part of the ‘Chackochan Challenge’ to help people alleviate lockdown boredom. Tnm StaffKunchacko Boban/ FacebookPopular Mollywood actor Kunchacko Boban recently launched a fun challenge on social media to keep himself as well as followers engaged and entertained during the lockdown. The actor posted a series of posts as part of the ‘Chackochan Challenge’, wherein he wrote and posted videos about a range of activities and hobbies that would help people tackle lockdown boredom. The actor kickstarted the challenge on June 10 by writing about the importance of social work. Praising NGOs and the government for helping the needy, Kunchacko Boban urged fans to make donations. Adding that he did his bit, Kunchacko wrote, “Most of us have a friend or a family member who has fallen prey to these trying times, and on...

KollywoodNayanthara, who will be seen in Rajinikanth’s 'Annaatthe', is working with Vignesh Shivan in 'Kaathu Vaakula Rendu Kaadhal'.Actor Nayanthara received her first shot of the Covid-19 vaccine on May 19. Sharing pictures on social media was her partner and director Vignesh Shivan, who wrote, “Please please get vaccinated. Stay safe, stay indoors.” The actor and director were seen taking the vaccine with their face masks on at Kumaran Hospital in Chennai. Actor Rajinikanth had recently got his first jab of the vaccine. As have other stars, including Mohanlal, Nagarjuna, and Puneeth Rajkumar. Nayanthara, meanwhile, is part of Rajinikanth’s Annaatthe. It was recently shared that Rajinikanth had finished shooting his portions for the film and had returned to Chennai. Produced by Kalanithi Maran under his Sun Pictures banner, the film’s ensemble cast includes Meena, Khushboo, Keerthy Suresh, Jackie Shroff, Jagapathi Babu, Prakash Raj, Soori and Sathish among others.

EntertainmentWhile 'Karnan' and 'Check' had a theatrical release previously, 'Cinema Bandi' has released on Ott directly.Tnm StaffScreengrab/YouTubeFollowing the theatrical release of Mari Selvaraj’s Karnan, fans have been eager to watch the movie online. The long wait has come to an end. Karnan is streaming on Ott platform Amazon Prime Video from Thursday. Amazon Prime Video announced on May 10 that Karnan will be streaming on the platform from May 14. Sharing the news with fans on Twitter, Amazon Prime Video wrote, “The face of the faceless. Meet #KarnanOnPrime, May 14.” Karnan stars Dhanush and Rajisha Vijayan in the lead roles, while it also features Natarajan, Yogi Babu, Lal Paul, Gouri G Kishan and Lakshmi Priya Chandramouli in important roles. Karnan marks Rajisha’s Kollywood debut. The film released in theatres on April 9 this year. Also Read: 'Karnan' review: Dhanush leads a hard-hitting...

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,...

Mollywood The Appu N Bhattathiri directorial released in theatres on April 9 this year. Tnm StaffActors Nayanthara and Kunchacko Boban’s recently released Malayalam mystery thriller Nizhal will stream on Ott platform Simply South from May 9. Announcing the news on Twitter, Simply South wrote, “Kunchacko Boban - Nayanthara starrer #Nizhal, streaming in 4K & Dolby Atmos from May 9.” Kunchacko Boban - Nayanthara starrer #Nizhal, streaming in 4K & Dolby Atmos from May 9.#KunchackoBoban #Nayanthara @appubhattathiri #SoorajSKurup @AJFilmCompany #MelangeFilmHouse #TentpoleMovies#IdhuVeraLevelEntertainment #SayNoToPiracy #Malayalam #NizhalOnSimplySouth pic.twitter.com/PninjU3kBe — Simply South (@SimplySouthApp) May 4, 2021 Nizhal marks the directorial debut of award-winning editor Appu N Bhattathiri. Apart from Kunchacko Boban and Nayanthara in the lead, Saiju Kurup, Divya Prabha and Rony David also feature in the star cast. The movie released in theatres on April 9 this year. The thriller is bankrolled by five producers including Anto Joseph, Abhijith M Pillai, Badusha, Fellini Tp and Ginesh Jose.

CinemaThe Tamil-Malayalam bilingual film is being directed by Fellini Tp of 'Theevandi' fame.Tnm StaffThe first look of Kunchako Boban and Arvind Swami’s upcoming bilingual thriller was released by the makers recently. Titled Rendagam in Tamil and Ottu in Malayalam, the poster for the film was shared by actor Dulquer Salmaan. Rendagam will mark Kunchako Boban’s Tamil debut. The film is being directed by Fellini Tp of Theevandi fame. Rendagam / Ottu is being produced by actor Arya’s banner The Show People, and is being presented in association with Shaji Nadesan’s August Cinema and Cineholix. The film’s cinematography is being handled by Vijay and will be edited by Appu N Bhattathiri. Rendagam/ Ottu will have music by Ah Kaashif. The poster is a multi-tiered design, common to what we’ve been seeing lately when it comes to film posters. The poster has stills from...

MollywoodThe Malayalam movie marks the directorial debut of award-winning editor Appu N Bhattathiri. Tnm StaffFacebook/Kunchacko BobanActor Kunchacko Boban, who will be playing the lead role in the upcoming Malayalam thriller Nizhal shared with fans, on Monday, that the film has been given a ‘U’ certificate by the Censor Board. The actor further revealed that the film is all set to hit the big screens on April 9. He also shared a poster of the film. Kunchacko Boban appears as a lawyer with Nayanthara in the background in one half of the poster, and he is seen alongside a child and wearing a mask in the other half. With visually intriguing elements, the poster promises to be an edgy thriller. Award-winning editor Appu N Bhattathiri will be making his directorial debut with this movie. Nizhal stars Nayanthara and Kunchacko Boban, while actors Saiju Kurup, Divya Prabha and Rony David will be...

Mollywood‘Nizhal’ is the directorial debut of award-winning editor Appu N Bhattathiri.Tnm StaffThere is a woman and a child who should be traced immediately. A Class 2 student tells a story of murder in class, scaring the other students and the teacher. An English song begins. The first few seconds of the trailer of Nizhal — a Malayalam film with Nayanthara and Kunchacko Boban in the lead — sets the mood of a thriller without scary music. Kunchacko Boban is seen wearing a protective face mask for his broken nose, and takes the seat of a judge in a courtroom. Nayanthara’s character speaks of her child and has conversations with Kunchacko’s character, who is referred to as Baby. They talk about finding the “truth behind it.” The movie is the directorial debut of award-winning editor Appu N Bhattathiri. It is written by S Sanjeev, and has five producers - Anto Joseph,...

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,...