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.
‘The Village’:...
‘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.
‘The Village’:...
- 11/23/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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.
‘The Village’:...
‘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.
‘The Village’:...
- 11/23/2023
- by Agency News Desk
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We are happy to announce that John & Mary Creative, the production house of former minister Shibu Baby John, has launched their second project with Antony Varghese in the lead role. The film, tentatively titled as Production No. 2, will be directed by debutant Govind Vishnu and scripted by Govind Vishnu and Deepu Rajeevan.
Production No. 2 is expected to be a thrilling action drama that will showcase Antony Varghese’s versatility as an actor. The actor, who is popularly known by his screen name Pepe, has been delivering back-to-back hits with films like Angamaly Diaries, Jallikattu, Ajagajantharam, and Rdx.
We are Happy Announce that #ProductionNo2 with #AntonyVarghese@shibu_babyjohn @antony_varghese_pepe @achubjohn@stalinstories @deepurajeevan#ProductionNo2 #ShibuBabyJohn #GovindVishnu #CenturyFilms #MaxLab #MalaikottaiVaaliban #JohnandMarycreative #RollingSoon pic.twitter.com/rhu6jVf9d4
— John & Mary creative (@Johnmaryctve) October 11, 2023
Production House is currently awaiting the release of their magnum opus Malaikottai Vaaliban, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery.
Production No. 2 is expected to be a thrilling action drama that will showcase Antony Varghese’s versatility as an actor. The actor, who is popularly known by his screen name Pepe, has been delivering back-to-back hits with films like Angamaly Diaries, Jallikattu, Ajagajantharam, and Rdx.
We are Happy Announce that #ProductionNo2 with #AntonyVarghese@shibu_babyjohn @antony_varghese_pepe @achubjohn@stalinstories @deepurajeevan#ProductionNo2 #ShibuBabyJohn #GovindVishnu #CenturyFilms #MaxLab #MalaikottaiVaaliban #JohnandMarycreative #RollingSoon pic.twitter.com/rhu6jVf9d4
— John & Mary creative (@Johnmaryctve) October 11, 2023
Production House is currently awaiting the release of their magnum opus Malaikottai Vaaliban, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery.
- 10/11/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
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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
Chaaver Lyric Video
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 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
Chaaver Lyric Video
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,...
- 10/4/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
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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...
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...
- 9/27/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
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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...
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...
- 9/25/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
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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,...
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,...
- 9/23/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
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The cinema lovers in Kerala are in for a treat as two new movies are set to hit the screens tomorrow. Toby, a Kannada action drama starring Raj B. Shetty, and Theeppori Benny, a Malayalam comedy starring Arjun Ashokan, are the two films that will be released in theatres on September 22.
Toby Theepori Benny
Toby, directed by debutant Basil Alchalakkal and written by Raj B. Shetty, is based on a short story by T.K. Dayanand. The film follows the life of Toby, a mute man who is often used as a hired killer by the village chief Ananda. The film also features Samyukta Hornad, Chaitra Achar and Raj Deepak Shetty in pivotal roles. The film has music composed by Midhun Mukundan and cinematography by Praveen Shriyan. Toby was released in Kannada on August 25 and received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. The film is now dubbed and released in...
Toby Theepori Benny
Toby, directed by debutant Basil Alchalakkal and written by Raj B. Shetty, is based on a short story by T.K. Dayanand. The film follows the life of Toby, a mute man who is often used as a hired killer by the village chief Ananda. The film also features Samyukta Hornad, Chaitra Achar and Raj Deepak Shetty in pivotal roles. The film has music composed by Midhun Mukundan and cinematography by Praveen Shriyan. Toby was released in Kannada on August 25 and received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. The film is now dubbed and released in...
- 9/21/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
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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
The first...
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
The first...
- 9/20/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
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Weekend Blockbusters, the production house founded by producer Sophia Paul, has been making waves in the Malayalam film industry with its back-to-back announcements of new projects as part of its 10th anniversary celebrations. After revealing Production Number 7 with Antony Varghese and Ajith Mampally, and Production Number 8 with Chidambaram, the production house has now announced its ninth venture, which will be directed by Nahas Hidayath, who made his debut with the blockbuster Rdx: Robert Dony Xavier123
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Production 9
The details of Production Number 9, such as the cast, genre and plot, are yet to be disclosed by the makers. There were reports that Nahas will be with Mohanlal but no confirmation as of now.
Weekend Blockbusters is known for producing quality films that cater to different tastes and genres. Some of their notable films include Bangalore Days (2014), Munthirivallikal Thalirkkumbol (2017), Padayottam (2018) and Minnal Murali...
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Production 9
The details of Production Number 9, such as the cast, genre and plot, are yet to be disclosed by the makers. There were reports that Nahas will be with Mohanlal but no confirmation as of now.
Weekend Blockbusters is known for producing quality films that cater to different tastes and genres. Some of their notable films include Bangalore Days (2014), Munthirivallikal Thalirkkumbol (2017), Padayottam (2018) and Minnal Murali...
- 9/16/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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Weekend Blockbusters, the production house founded by producer Sophia Paul, has been celebrating its 10th anniversary by announcing four new projects apart from Production Number 7, which stars Antony Varghese and is directed by debutant Ajith Mampally. The production house has already revealed that Production Number 7 is an action-packed revenge drama with music by Sam C. S1
The latest announcement from Weekend Blockbusters is Production Number 8, which will be helmed by the brilliant director Chidambaram, who made his debut with the comedy drama Jan.E.Man in 2021. The film was a surprise hit and received critical acclaim for its performances, humour, emotional depth, story and direction. Chidambaram is also currently working on his second film Manjummel Boys, which stars Soubin Shahir, Sreenath Bhasi, Balu Varghese and Ganapathi in important roles.
'@W_blockbusters #ProductionNumber8 to be directed by Chidambaram
Next Update at 4Pm !!pic.twitter.com/Q8n9JW2sVm
— Mollywood...
The latest announcement from Weekend Blockbusters is Production Number 8, which will be helmed by the brilliant director Chidambaram, who made his debut with the comedy drama Jan.E.Man in 2021. The film was a surprise hit and received critical acclaim for its performances, humour, emotional depth, story and direction. Chidambaram is also currently working on his second film Manjummel Boys, which stars Soubin Shahir, Sreenath Bhasi, Balu Varghese and Ganapathi in important roles.
'@W_blockbusters #ProductionNumber8 to be directed by Chidambaram
Next Update at 4Pm !!pic.twitter.com/Q8n9JW2sVm
— Mollywood...
- 9/16/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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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
Rdx Trailer...
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
Rdx Trailer...
- 9/16/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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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,...
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,...
- 9/13/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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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.
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.
- 9/13/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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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.
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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.
- 9/9/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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Malayalam cinema, also known as Mollywood, is one of the most vibrant and diverse film industries in India. Malayalam films are known for their realistic portrayal of social issues, cultural diversity, artistic experimentation, and technical excellence. In this article, we will look at the top 10 highest-grossing Malayalam films of all time, based on their worldwide collections.
10. Rdx (2023) Rdx Trailer
Rdx is a new action film of Antony Varghese, Neeraj Madhav, and Shane Nigam. It is directed by Nahas Hidayath and produced by Weekend Blockbusters. The film was released on 25 August 2023 and became a hit, grossing ₹65 crore (US$9 million) worldwide1. The film is about the life of three mysterious individuals who are involved in a series of heists and chases. The film features well-choreographed action sequences and a nunchak fight. The film has received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.
9. Drishyam (2013)
This film is a thriller that follows the ordeal of Georgekutty,...
10. Rdx (2023) Rdx Trailer
Rdx is a new action film of Antony Varghese, Neeraj Madhav, and Shane Nigam. It is directed by Nahas Hidayath and produced by Weekend Blockbusters. The film was released on 25 August 2023 and became a hit, grossing ₹65 crore (US$9 million) worldwide1. The film is about the life of three mysterious individuals who are involved in a series of heists and chases. The film features well-choreographed action sequences and a nunchak fight. The film has received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.
9. Drishyam (2013)
This film is a thriller that follows the ordeal of Georgekutty,...
- 9/4/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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Onam, the most celebrated festival of Malayalees, is also a time when movie buffs look forward to some exciting releases on the big screen. This year, three major films – Rdx, Ramachandra Boss & Co, and King of Kotha – competed for the audience’s attention and appreciation. Here is a brief review of each film, based on the ranking given by a user who watched them all.
1. Rdx: A thrilling action drama set in the 1980s Rdx Teaser
Rdx, directed by debutant Nahas Hidayath, is a multi-starrer film that features Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese, Neeraj Madhav, and Babu Antony in the lead roles. The film’s title stands for the names of the protagonists – Robert, Doney and Xavier – who are known for their knack for getting into fights. The film revolves around their past catching up to them years later when one of them gets into trouble.
The film has been praised for its gripping script,...
1. Rdx: A thrilling action drama set in the 1980s Rdx Teaser
Rdx, directed by debutant Nahas Hidayath, is a multi-starrer film that features Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese, Neeraj Madhav, and Babu Antony in the lead roles. The film’s title stands for the names of the protagonists – Robert, Doney and Xavier – who are known for their knack for getting into fights. The film revolves around their past catching up to them years later when one of them gets into trouble.
The film has been praised for its gripping script,...
- 8/27/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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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.
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.
- 8/20/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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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...
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...
- 8/14/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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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 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,...
- 8/13/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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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...
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...
- 7/28/2023
- by amalprasadappu
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
MollywoodProducer Sophia Paul had reportedly cited this letter while filing a complaint against Shane with the Kerala Film Producers’ Association, accusing him of indiscipline and unprofessional behaviour.Shane Nigam / InstagramA letter purportedly written by Malayalam actor Shane Nigam to producer Sophia Paul, requesting that his character in the upcoming film Rdx be given primary importance in the film as well as in the marketing, promotion, and branding stages, is now circulating on social media. It is learnt that Sophia produced this letter to file a complaint against Shane with the Kerala Film Producers’ Association, which became one of the reasons behind the Association’s recent decision to not include the actor in their future films. The Association had also announced its intention to avoid working with actor Sreenath Bhasi, alleging that the two actors have been creating issues on sets with their “indulgence in drugs”. In the letter, Shane has...
- 4/27/2023
- by LakshmiP
- The News Minute
ReviewThe film featuring Antony Varghese begins on a comfortable note, but slips into uncertain terrain while trying to fit a rooster into the thick of it.CrisThe two line description of Poovan, as a film about a man fighting sleeplessness and whose life gets affected by the arrival of a little chick, appeared cute. The trailer, showing Antony Varghese jerk back every time he sees the chick and later the cock it grows into, made it seem like a fun film on the lines of Thanneer Mathan Dinangal. Poovan comes from the same team – with Vineeth Vasudevan who acted in Thanneer turning the director and Girish who directed it donning the role of a producer along with Shebin Backer. The film, which begins on a comfortable note – ordinary moments in neighbourhood homes – however slips into an uncertain terrain, trying to fit a rooster into the thick of it, and loses direction.
- 1/20/2023
- by Cris
- The News Minute
ListicleThe December lineup are all theatre releases, with Ott platforms bringing out movies that have already had a theatre-run or festival release.Tnm StaffEven though there are no superstar releases in Malayalam this Christmas and New Year, quite a few others are lined up to come out in the next two weeks. These are all theatre releases. Most of the Ott releases this month are films which have already had a theatre-run, like Gold and Udal. 1. Kaapa - Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran will work with director Shaji Kailas in a film that delves into the world of crime and gang wars. Set in Thiruvananthapuram, the story is by noted writer Gr Indugopan. Apart from Prithviraj, actors Aparna Balamurali, Anna Ben, and Asif Ali also play prominent roles in the film. Kaapa is expected to release on December 22. 2. Thuramukham - A much anticipated film by critically acclaimed director Rajeev Ravi, Thuramukham's release...
- 12/20/2022
- by Cris
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film also stars Udhayanidhi Stalin, Keerthy Suresh, and Vadivelu in pivotal roles.Tnm StaffTwitter/ Sreedhar PillaiThe shoot for Mari Selvaraj’s new film Maamannan is underway. Actor Fahadh Faasil joined the sets earlier this week. Photos of Fahadh along with director Mari Selvaraj and others from the crew have been doing the rounds on social media. Fahadh is seen in a white shirt with his moustache twirled. Maamannan co-stars actors Udhayanidhi Stalin, Keerthy Suresh, and Vadivelu in pivotal roles. Fahadh is likely to essay the role of an antagonist. Maamannan is bankrolled by actor-politician Udhayanidhi Stalin under the banner of Red Giant Movies. A story set against a rural backdrop, Maamannan has music by composer Ar Rahman. Theni Eashwar is on board as the cinematographer. Selva Rk is on board as the editor, while Dhilip Subbarayan and Sandy Master have been roped in as the action and dance choreographer respectively.
- 5/24/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Kollywood‘Vikram’ is set to hit the big screens on June 3 and stars actors Kamal Haasan, Fahadh Faasil and Vijay Sethupathi in pivotal roles. Tnm StaffTwitter/ Lokesh KanagarajAs team Vikram gears up for the film’s theatrical release on June 3, director Lokesh Kanagaraj took to social media on Wednesday, May 18, to share a photo with actor Suriya and welcome him to the crew. A video where popular Kollywood actors Suriya and Kamal Haasan are spotted meeting each other, went viral on social media earlier this month. It triggered speculations that Suriya might be playing a cameo role in Vikram, which stars actors Kamal Haasan, Fahadh Faasil and Vijay Sethupathi in pivotal roles. The director confirmed in the audio launch event of Vikram on May 15, that Suriya will be appearing in a powerful cameo role. The trailer of the much-anticipated film was also unveiled on the same day. Suriya and filmmaker...
- 5/19/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodWritten and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, ‘Vikram’ is set to hit the big screens on June 4. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeThe long-awaited trailer of Kamal Haasan's latest theatrical outing, Tamil action thriller Vikram, was released on Sunday, May 15, much to the excitement of the Kollywood star’s fans and movie-lovers. Sharing the trailer with fans, Lokesh Kanagaraj wrote, “My way of showing love and gratitude to my guru Kamal Haasan. Here is the trailer of Vikram.” Kamal's last movie, Viswaroopam 2, was released in 2018. Helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Vikram, which co-stars actors Vijay Sethupathi and Fahadh Faasil in the lead, will release on June 3 and will be subsequently streamed on Over-the-Top (Ott) platform Disney Plus Hotstar. Interestingly, Vikram was also the title of the Tamil 1986 action adventure-film directed by Rajasekhar, starring Kamal Haasan and Sathyaraj, among others. The trailer of the new Vikram promises a triangular face-off in terms of action and...
- 5/16/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Mollywood‘Churuli’ had its world premiere at the 25th International Film Festival of Kerala (Iffk) earlier this year. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ Sony LIVDirector Lijo Jose Pellissery’s upcoming film Churuli is all set to stream on over-the-top (Ott) platform Sony Liv from November 19. A new trailer was unveiled by the streaming platform on November 11. The film had its world premiere at the 25th International Film Festival of Kerala (Iffk) earlier this year. It was also screened at the Tokyo International Film Festival. Churuli stars Chemban Vinod, Joju George, Vinay Forrt and Jaffer Idukki in pivotal roles. Churuli marks director Lijo Jose’s second collaboration with writer S Hareesh, who wrote the screenplay for hit Malayalam movie Jallikattu. The trailer opens with a woman retelling a folk tale about a rural legend and ghost living in the jungle- Perumadan, who has fun misguiding people. “He is a monster who leads everyone astray,...
- 11/12/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
From his first film “Nayakan” itself, director Lijo Jose Pellissery has been experimenting with his films using different techniques of filmmaking that are unfamiliar to the Malayalam audience while staying in the commercial space itself. The zenith of such experiments was “Double Barrel” which was too much for the Malayali audience and flopped big time at the box office. “Angamaly Diaries” is a successful comeback, critically and commercially for the director.
“Angamaly Diaries” explores the culture of the Angamaly town through the small time local gangs of the area. Vincent Pepe (Antony Varghese) a youngster from Angamaly who grew up idolizing the local goon Babuji (Anson Antony) turns into one after the murder of Babuji. Pepe and gang who wanted revenge against the perpetrators Appani Ravi (Sarath Kumar) and U-Clamp Rajan (Tito Wilson) cools down after some time. Pepe and friends decide to start a pork meat business and it...
“Angamaly Diaries” explores the culture of the Angamaly town through the small time local gangs of the area. Vincent Pepe (Antony Varghese) a youngster from Angamaly who grew up idolizing the local goon Babuji (Anson Antony) turns into one after the murder of Babuji. Pepe and gang who wanted revenge against the perpetrators Appani Ravi (Sarath Kumar) and U-Clamp Rajan (Tito Wilson) cools down after some time. Pepe and friends decide to start a pork meat business and it...
- 6/12/2021
- by Jithin Mohan
- AsianMoviePulse
Cinema The film was India's official entry in the Best International Feature Film category at the 93rd Academy awards. Tnm StaffMalayalam film Jallikattu, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, is out of the 2021 Oscar race. Jallikattu was India's official entry to the Oscars under the Best International Feature Film category, but has now failed to make it to the longer short list of 15 films in the same category. Feature films from 93 countries were eligible under this category. The films that have made it to the longer shortlist include: Quo Vadis, Aida? from Bosnia and Herzegovina The Mole Agent from Chile Charlatan from the Czech Republic Another Round from Denmark Two of us from France La Llorana from Gautemala Better Days from Hong Kong Sun Children from Iran Night of the Kings from Ivory Coast I'm No Longer Here from Mexico Hope from Norway Collective from Romania Dear Comrades from Russia A Sun...
- 2/10/2021
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
Drafthouse Films is stepping back into the world of distribution after a five-year hiatus with the North American co-release of India’s Oscar entry, “Jallikattu.”
The company — which is the film distribution arm of the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema — is partnering with XYZ Films, which picked up the phantasmagorical “Jallikattu” for North America back in December. The title, which is Drafthouse Films’ first new acquisition since 2016, marks a new directive by the distributor to support emerging filmmakers.
“[‘Jallikattu’] blew us away because it felt like it was beamed in from another dimension and left a permanent imprint on our brain,” said Drafthouse Films in a statement shared with Variety.
XYZ and Drafthouse are planning a spring release that will include theatrical support, as well as all digital platforms along with a Blu-Ray edition of the film. Drafthouse parent company Alamo Drafthouse launched curated VOD platform Alamo on Demand in May.
Directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery,...
The company — which is the film distribution arm of the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema — is partnering with XYZ Films, which picked up the phantasmagorical “Jallikattu” for North America back in December. The title, which is Drafthouse Films’ first new acquisition since 2016, marks a new directive by the distributor to support emerging filmmakers.
“[‘Jallikattu’] blew us away because it felt like it was beamed in from another dimension and left a permanent imprint on our brain,” said Drafthouse Films in a statement shared with Variety.
XYZ and Drafthouse are planning a spring release that will include theatrical support, as well as all digital platforms along with a Blu-Ray edition of the film. Drafthouse parent company Alamo Drafthouse launched curated VOD platform Alamo on Demand in May.
Directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery,...
- 1/19/2021
- by Manori Ravindran
- Variety Film + TV
MollywoodThe actor will return to the silver screen later this year through a film directed by his son Rajkumar. Treesa JohnMalayalam cinema's king of comedy, Jagathy Sreekumar, is celebrating his 70th birthday on Tuesday, January 5. According to Mathrubhumi News, the veteran actor is spending his birthday with family at his house in Peyad in Thiruvananthapuram. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the family has decided to avoid grand celebrations for his birthday. As he turns 70, Jagathy Sreekumar has a special gift for fans who lovingly call him “ambili chettan”. The actor will return to the silver screen later this year through a film directed by his son Rajkumar under the Jagathy Sreekumar Entertainments banner. Jagathy Sreekumar's acting career took a backseat after a car accident in 2012 at Thenhipalam in Malappuram district, Kerala. The accident forced the actor to stay out of the limelight for several years. His daughter Parvathy told Tnm...
- 1/5/2021
- by Neethu
- The News Minute
SandalwoodShiva Rajkumar plays the lead in the film, directed by cinematographer-turned-director Vijay Milton.Digital NativeStunt choreographer of the critically acclaimed Malayalam film Jallikattu, Supreme Sundar, is making his debut in the Kannada film industry. He will be working with the Shiva Rajkumar starrer Shivappa. Supreme Sundar said that he is thrilled to work with a huge and respected star like Shiva Rajkumar. He was quoted by the Times of India as saying, that it has been a great experience for him. “I will be choreographing around six stunt sequences and each of these will be unique and new for the viewers here,” he said. Sundar said that Shiva Rajkumar is extremely energetic and insists on doing the stunts all by himself without opting for a double. He added that both Shivanna and Dhananjaya have impressed him a lot which makes him eager to work with the team. Two stunt sequences...
- 12/22/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
CinemaUnlike Academy Awards, which restricts the number of entries coming from a country, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association allows more than one submission from a country.Tnm StaffActor Suriya and director Sudha Kongara’s Soorarai Pottru was the first big Tamil film to choose Ott release over the idea of waiting for a theatrical release this year. While this film collected praises from all quarters, the latest feather in its cap comes in the form of an opportunity to be screened at the Golden Globes Awards 2021 for the Best Foreign Film category. Actor Dhanush and director Vetrimaaran’s Asuran is another Tamil film to receive this honour. Malayalam film Jallikattu by Lijo Jose Pellissery will also be screened at the event. Other Indian films include Prateek Vats’s Eeb Allay Ooo!, Shyam Madiraju’s Harami, Om Raut’s Tanhaji, Chaitanya Tamhane’s The Disciple, Anurag Basu’s Ludo, Kislay’s...
- 12/20/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Exclusive: XYZ Films has acquired North American rights to India’s Best International Oscar entry Jallikattu.
The well-received genre pic charts the catastrophic events that unfold when a butcher’s buffalo escapes and runs amok through a remote village in the hill ranges of Kerala.
The film, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, is an Indian Malayalam-language action film with a screenplay by S. Hareesh and R. Jayakumar, based on the short story Maoist by Hareesh.
Starring are Antony Varghese, Chemban Vinod Jose, Sabumon Abdusamad and Santhy Balachandran. Producer is O Thomas Panicker, and executive producers are Naushad Salahudin and Guneet Monga (The Lunchbox) who recently joined as EP, and is on board to help promote the film.
XYZ Films has also come on board in an executive producer capacity, and will be joining the team to spearhead the film’s Oscar campaign. The film is currently available on Amazon Prime...
The well-received genre pic charts the catastrophic events that unfold when a butcher’s buffalo escapes and runs amok through a remote village in the hill ranges of Kerala.
The film, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, is an Indian Malayalam-language action film with a screenplay by S. Hareesh and R. Jayakumar, based on the short story Maoist by Hareesh.
Starring are Antony Varghese, Chemban Vinod Jose, Sabumon Abdusamad and Santhy Balachandran. Producer is O Thomas Panicker, and executive producers are Naushad Salahudin and Guneet Monga (The Lunchbox) who recently joined as EP, and is on board to help promote the film.
XYZ Films has also come on board in an executive producer capacity, and will be joining the team to spearhead the film’s Oscar campaign. The film is currently available on Amazon Prime...
- 12/14/2020
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
“The Lunchbox” producer Guneet Monga has boarded “Jallikattu,” India’s entry in the Academy Awards’ international feature category, as executive producer, in time to shepherd its 2021 Oscars campaign.
Monga was an executive producer on “Period. End of Sentence,” which won best documentary short subject at the 2019 Oscars. She also drove the campaign for “Visaaranai” (Investigation) at the 2016 Oscars.
Monga is one of the first Indian producers to be inducted into the producer branch of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts And Sciences. She was featured in the Variety International Women’s Impact Report in 2018.
Directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery (“Angamaly Diaries”), and written by S. Hareesh and R. Jayakumar, based on the short story “Maoist” by Hareesh, “Jallikattu” follows the catastrophic events that unfold when a butcher’s buffalo escapes and runs amok through a remote village in the hill ranges of Kerala. The local men’s quest to take...
Monga was an executive producer on “Period. End of Sentence,” which won best documentary short subject at the 2019 Oscars. She also drove the campaign for “Visaaranai” (Investigation) at the 2016 Oscars.
Monga is one of the first Indian producers to be inducted into the producer branch of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts And Sciences. She was featured in the Variety International Women’s Impact Report in 2018.
Directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery (“Angamaly Diaries”), and written by S. Hareesh and R. Jayakumar, based on the short story “Maoist” by Hareesh, “Jallikattu” follows the catastrophic events that unfold when a butcher’s buffalo escapes and runs amok through a remote village in the hill ranges of Kerala. The local men’s quest to take...
- 12/12/2020
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Lijo Jose Pellissery has his own definitions of movie making, which is a bold stand and many a time has nothing to do with the norms. And still, his conviction of each project is what keeps the subjects and treatments endearing for the viewer.
“Jallikattu” is Screening at Five Flavours Asian Film Festival
“Jallikatu” had a spectacular premiere at Toronto International film festival and later was screened at Busan film festival before it was released worldwide.
It is about a remote village in Thrissur which is obsessed with buffalo meat. Every day, a buffalo is slaughtered to satisfy the lust for meat. One fine morning, the buffalo gets away from the shed in which it was about to be slaughtered. It runs amok in the village creating havoc. The butcher, his assistant and later an estranged butcher (now with a rifle) all try to catch the buffalo as the villagers join in the frenzy.
“Jallikattu” is Screening at Five Flavours Asian Film Festival
“Jallikatu” had a spectacular premiere at Toronto International film festival and later was screened at Busan film festival before it was released worldwide.
It is about a remote village in Thrissur which is obsessed with buffalo meat. Every day, a buffalo is slaughtered to satisfy the lust for meat. One fine morning, the buffalo gets away from the shed in which it was about to be slaughtered. It runs amok in the village creating havoc. The butcher, his assistant and later an estranged butcher (now with a rifle) all try to catch the buffalo as the villagers join in the frenzy.
- 12/3/2020
- by Arun Krishnan
- AsianMoviePulse
DocumentaryThe documentary will be an eight part series directed by Vivian Radhakrishnan, on the making of ‘Jallikattu’.Digital NativeAn eight-art documentary will be made on the critically acclaimed Malayalam film Jallikattu, India’s official entry to the Oscars. The documentary is planned as a series on the making of Jallikattu. Lijo Jose Pellissery directed Jallikattu, a film that’s loosely based on the short story Maoist written by S Hareesh, last year. Antony Varghese, Sabumon Abdusamad, Chemban Vinod and Santhy Balachandran played important roles in the film. Filmmaker Vivian Radhakrishnan, who is directing the documentary on the film’s making, said in an interview to Cinema Express that it is an attempt to understand the efforts of every department of the film. A lot of material – around 40,000 clips – are available, he said. Vivian added that the documentary will be a “documentation of the strenuous efforts behind cinema as a popular...
- 12/1/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Malayalam-language action thriller Jallikattu has been selected by the Film Federation of India to represent the country in this year’s International Oscar race.
Lijo Jose Pellissery directed the movie which is a portrait of a remote village where a buffalo escapes and causes a frenzy of ecstatic violence. Antony Varghese, Chemban Vinod Jose, Sabumon Abdusamad and Santhy Balachandran star.
The film screened at the Toronto Film Festival last year and was released in India in October 2019.
India has been nominated for the International Oscar three times, most recently in 2001 with Lagaan.
The deadline for submissions to the Oscar race is December 1, with the 2021 ceremony scheduled to take place April 25. The shortlist for the International Oscar will be unveiled February 9 and nominations will be announced March 15.
Lijo Jose Pellissery directed the movie which is a portrait of a remote village where a buffalo escapes and causes a frenzy of ecstatic violence. Antony Varghese, Chemban Vinod Jose, Sabumon Abdusamad and Santhy Balachandran star.
The film screened at the Toronto Film Festival last year and was released in India in October 2019.
India has been nominated for the International Oscar three times, most recently in 2001 with Lagaan.
The deadline for submissions to the Oscar race is December 1, with the 2021 ceremony scheduled to take place April 25. The shortlist for the International Oscar will be unveiled February 9 and nominations will be announced March 15.
- 11/25/2020
- by Tom Grater
- Deadline Film + TV
Oscars'Jallikattu' is the third Malayalam movie that has been selected as an entry for the Academy Awards. Tnm StaffLijo Jose Pellissery’s Malayalam film Jallikattu has been selected as India’s entry for the 2021 Academy Awards in the Best International Feature category by the Film Federation of India (Ffi). Jallikattu stars Antony Varghese, Chemban Vinod Jose, Sabumon Abdusamad and Santhy Balachandran, among others. The film is about a buffalo that breaks loose and a village’s attempt to capture it. It’s also an allegorical tale on human civilisation and how easily social structures can crumble in the face of base instincts. Lijo has made critically acclaimed films such as Amen, Angamaly Diaries and Ee.Ma.Yau in the past. Jallikattu was written by S Hareesh and R Jayakumar, and was based on the short story Maoist penned by the former. It premiered at the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF...
- 11/25/2020
- by Shiba
- The News Minute
AwardsNivin Pauly, Anna Ben and Priyamvadha also won Special Jury Awards.Tnm StaffThe highly anticipated Kerala State Awards were announced on Tuesday. Several critically acclaimed films had released in 2019, with Malayalam films also receiving global attention through prestigious film festivals. With veteran cinematographer Madhu Ambat as the chairperson of the jury, 119 films were reportedly in the reckoning in the 50th edition of the awards. Interestingly, 71 of these films were by debut directors. The Best Film Award went to Vasanthi directed by Rahman Brothers, and produced by Shinoz and Sajaz Rahman. The Second Best Film Award went to Kenjira directed by Manoj Kana. Vasanthi stars Swasika in the title role and also has Siju Wilson and Shabareesh in the cast. Speaking about Vasanthi in an interview with Times of India, Siju had said, “It is an experimental venture and not a mass entertainer, but is definitely a film that is worth a theatre experience.
- 10/13/2020
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
MollywoodIn these new films, the challenges and conflicts between men are pushed to an extent that the absurdity becomes apparent to the audience.Sowmya RajendranIn recent times, Malayalam cinema has shown an interest in studying the male ego rather than celebrating it at face value as was the practice. Though the industry's ageing superstars continue to make bombastic films where "mass" is valued over the script, the younger generation is moving towards a brand of cinema that is exploring new shades to masculinity. Usually, a challenge between the hero and the villain is seen as an opportunity for the former to succeed and display his superiority over the latter. But in these new films, the challenges and conflicts are pushed to an extent that the absurdity becomes apparent to the audience. What's more, the actors who play the hero in most films, seem to be enjoying doing roles where the...
- 5/19/2020
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
Mollywood‘Aviyal’ is a short film based on a true story and directed by Shanil.Digital NativeJoju George and Anaswara Rajan are playing the lead pair in the short film Aviyal. The teaser was shared by actors Tovino Thomas, Murali Gopy, Asif Ali, and Antony Varghese through their social media accounts and received a positive response. The short film, based on a true story, will also feature Athmiya, Ketaki Narayan, Sinil Sainudeen, and Anjali Nair among others. Shanil has directed Aviyal with Sujith Surendran bankrolling it. The technical crew of this short film includes Sudeep Elamon, Jimshi Khalid, Ravi Chandran, and Gikku Jacob Peter for camera work, Rahman Muhammad Ali and Lijo Paul for editing, and Ranganath Ravi for editing. Joju George currently has a slew of films including Chuzhali. Directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, the film also has Chemban Vinod Jose, Soubin Shahir, Vinay Forrt, and Dileesh Pothan in the cast.
- 3/14/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodVinay Forrt, Chemban Vinod Jose, Joju George, Soubin Shahir, and Dileesh Pothan play important roles in the film.Digital NativeWe have reported earlier that award winning director Lijo Jose Pellissery’s next film in the pipeline is titled Chuzhali. The shooting of this film is now wrapped up. In an interview, actor Vinay Forrt, who plays one of the male leads in the film, says that shooting was over in 19 days. Interestingly, Lijo’s film Ee.Ma.Yau. was shot in 20 days. Apart from Vinay, the film has Chemban Vinod Jose, Joju George, Soubin Shahir, and Dileesh Pothan in the cast. While every detail about this film is being kept a secret like in all Lijo Jose films, we hear that it is touted to be a crime thriller. Madhu Neelakantan is cranking the camera for this venture. According to reports, the story is penned by ace writer Vinoy Thomas...
- 3/14/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Mollywood'Aaravam' is a campus entertainer, that deals with the rivalry between two gangs and the problems that ensue.Digital NativeAntony Varghese has been part of some significant movies in Malayalam film industry and the latest in his filmography is Aaravam. Debut director Nahas Hidhayath is wielding the megaphone for this venture with Anil Narayanan scripting it. O Thomas Panicker is bankrolling Aaravam under the banner Opus Penta. Aaravam is a campus film and movie buffs will get to see Antony in a completely new avatar. Touted to be a full-on entertainer, the film deals with the rivalry between two gangs and the problems that ensue. Ann Sheetal is playing the female lead in the film with the supporting cast including Shine Tom Chacko, Renji Panicker and Saiju Kurup. The technical crew of this flick will include Jakes Bejoy for music, Prakash Velayudhan for cinematography, Noufal Abdullah for editing and Sameera Saneesh for costume designing.
- 3/9/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodDebutant Zac Harriss will direct the film and Haneef Adeni will script it.Digital NativeThe first look poster of Antony Varghese’ new film was released by Malayalam megastar Mammootty on his social media page. The poster has garnered the attention for its unique title, Dev Fakir. Sharing the first poster of the film on Facebook, Mammootty wrote, "Unveiling The Title Poster of Dev Fakir. Best Wishes to Haneef Adeni , Antony Varghese , Badusha & Zac Harriss." Debutant Zac Harriss will be wielding the megaphone for this venture with Haneef Adeni penning the film and bankrolling it in association with production controller Badusha. Gopi Sunder has been roped in to compose the tunes for this film while the editing is to be done by Shameer Muhammed. Antony Varghese’s next film to hit the marquee is titled Aanaparambile World Cup. Wielding the megaphone for this venture is Nikhil Premraj, who has scripted it as well.
- 2/17/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodDebutant Zac Harriss will direct the film and Haneef Adeni will script it.Digital NativeThe first look poster of Antony Varghese’ new film was released by Malayalam megastar Mammootty on his social media page. The poster has garnered the attention for its unique title, Dev Fakir. Sharing the first poster of the film on Facebook, Mammootty wrote, "Unveiling The Title Poster of Dev Fakir. Best Wishes to Haneef Adeni , Antony Varghese , Badusha & Zac Harriss." Debutant Zac Harriss will be wielding the megaphone for this venture with Haneef Adeni penning the film and bankrolling it in association with production controller Badusha. Gopi Sunder has been roped in to compose the tunes for this film while the editing is to be done by Shameer Muhammed. Antony Varghese’s next film to hit the marquee is titled Aanaparambile World Cup. Wielding the megaphone for this venture is Nikhil Premraj, who has scripted it as well.
- 2/17/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodReports are that Indrajith, Chemban Vinod Jose, and Mukesh will be playing pivotal roles in this flick.Digital NativeDigital Native Director Lijo Jose Pellissery’s next film in the pipeline is titled Disco and he has roped in a bevy of stars to play important roles in the film. Reports are that Indrajith, Chemban Vinod Jose, and Mukesh will be playing pivotal roles in this flick which will mainly be shot in Las Vegas, Us. Plans are on to sign up some more actors, particularly from the international film circuit, we hear. S Hareesh, who scripted Lijo’s Jallikattu, is working with the director for Disco. Reports are that the film’s backdrop will be the cultural event Burning Man that is held in Nevada, United States. The shooting of Disco will begin in August and the prep work for it is currently on. It may be noted that Indrajith...
- 1/31/2020
- by Luke
- The News Minute
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,...
- 1/27/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
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,...
- 1/27/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
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