Silambarasan, aka Simbu, Makes a Bold Entrance as the Newest Thug in ‘Thug Life’. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Silambarasan, popularly known as Simbu, joins the ensemble cast of ‘Thug Life’. A recent promotional material released by director Mani Ratnam‘s team offers a glimpse into Simbu’s character. Currently filming alongside Kamal Haasan in New Delhi, Simbu is scheduled to conclude shooting by May 12. With meticulous planning, we will wrap up production this year.
Raaj Kamal Films International’s official X page (formerly known as Twitter), posted a poster and a YouTube link to the promotional video:
In the Realms of Dust, a New Thug Arises!
Str @SilambarasanTR_ makes his Mark
➡️ https://t.co/ebMfgpIOch#Ulaganayagan #KamalHaasan #ThugLife #NewThugInTown #SilambarasanTR@ikamalhaasan #ManiRatnam @arrahman #Mahendran @bagapath @trishtrashers @abhiramiact #Nasser… pic.twitter.com/ot4edF66uq
— Raaj Kamal Films International (@Rkfi) May 8, 2024
YouTube link:
Trending When Ramayana’s Sai Pallavi Talked About Being...
Silambarasan, popularly known as Simbu, joins the ensemble cast of ‘Thug Life’. A recent promotional material released by director Mani Ratnam‘s team offers a glimpse into Simbu’s character. Currently filming alongside Kamal Haasan in New Delhi, Simbu is scheduled to conclude shooting by May 12. With meticulous planning, we will wrap up production this year.
Raaj Kamal Films International’s official X page (formerly known as Twitter), posted a poster and a YouTube link to the promotional video:
In the Realms of Dust, a New Thug Arises!
Str @SilambarasanTR_ makes his Mark
➡️ https://t.co/ebMfgpIOch#Ulaganayagan #KamalHaasan #ThugLife #NewThugInTown #SilambarasanTR@ikamalhaasan #ManiRatnam @arrahman #Mahendran @bagapath @trishtrashers @abhiramiact #Nasser… pic.twitter.com/ot4edF66uq
— Raaj Kamal Films International (@Rkfi) May 8, 2024
YouTube link:
Trending When Ramayana’s Sai Pallavi Talked About Being...
- 5/9/2024
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
Antony is the new film directed by Joshiy, and it has its own universe that it’s trying to sell. There have been many ‘father-son’ stories in cinema, but Antony has a father-daughter conflict right at the heart of its plot. The interesting thing about the film is that it is filled with violent action scenes, slow-motion shots, and loud Bgm, and all this tries to hide the fact that we are watching a melodrama unfold where a young girl wants a father figure in her life and thinks she has found it in a goon. It is a hard sell for various reasons, but conviction in the story and its execution is evident, which is why Antony becomes an entertaining potboiler with a charismatic performance by Joju George.
Spoilers Ahead
Plot Synopsis: What Happens In The Film?
Antony, a feared goon, wanted revenge against a man named Xavier for...
Spoilers Ahead
Plot Synopsis: What Happens In The Film?
Antony, a feared goon, wanted revenge against a man named Xavier for...
- 1/14/2024
- by Ayush Awasthi
- Film Fugitives
2023 has been a mixed bag of a year for Indian cinema. There were some great highs, followed by unexpected lows. There have been some interesting blockbusters that surprised the audience, while many went below the radar. This is, however, a list of films we thoroughly loved and enjoyed. There are films in several languages that we believe could benefit those who love watching Indian mainstream and regional films.
Pathaan (Hindi)
Directed by Siddharth Anand, Pathaan marked the return of the blockbuster machine Shah Rukh Khan, with people flocking to the theater to watch his larger-than-life persona on screen. Shah Rukh Khan delivered one of the biggest hits of the year, and 2023 could not have received a better start. Despite its questionable storytelling and direction, the movie primarily worked for its star-powered cast and presented a villain that was not a caricature like the stereotypical negative characters we watch in other commercial films.
Pathaan (Hindi)
Directed by Siddharth Anand, Pathaan marked the return of the blockbuster machine Shah Rukh Khan, with people flocking to the theater to watch his larger-than-life persona on screen. Shah Rukh Khan delivered one of the biggest hits of the year, and 2023 could not have received a better start. Despite its questionable storytelling and direction, the movie primarily worked for its star-powered cast and presented a villain that was not a caricature like the stereotypical negative characters we watch in other commercial films.
- 12/31/2023
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
Picture: Netflix
Movies were the focus in December, with no new Indian series debuting this month. The newly added films include a number of under-the-radar arthouse pictures as well as three new Netflix Originals: The Archies, Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, and the true-crime documentary Curry & Cyanide.
Here are all of the new Indian movies added to Netflix in December 2023.
N = Netflix Original
New Indian Movies on Netflix: December 2023 Thank You for Coming (2023)
Language: Hindi
Runtime: 117 Minutes
Director: Karan Boolani
Cast: Bhumi Pednekar, Shehnaaz Gill, Pradhuman Singh
Genre: Sex Comedy | Added to Netflix: December 1
An unhappy single woman consents to an arranged marriage and has her first sexually satisfying experience on the night of her engagement party — only she’s too drunk to remember who she was with when it happened. This sex-positive comedy is slow to get going and not as funny as it should be, but actor Bhumi Pednekar...
Movies were the focus in December, with no new Indian series debuting this month. The newly added films include a number of under-the-radar arthouse pictures as well as three new Netflix Originals: The Archies, Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, and the true-crime documentary Curry & Cyanide.
Here are all of the new Indian movies added to Netflix in December 2023.
N = Netflix Original
New Indian Movies on Netflix: December 2023 Thank You for Coming (2023)
Language: Hindi
Runtime: 117 Minutes
Director: Karan Boolani
Cast: Bhumi Pednekar, Shehnaaz Gill, Pradhuman Singh
Genre: Sex Comedy | Added to Netflix: December 1
An unhappy single woman consents to an arranged marriage and has her first sexually satisfying experience on the night of her engagement party — only she’s too drunk to remember who she was with when it happened. This sex-positive comedy is slow to get going and not as funny as it should be, but actor Bhumi Pednekar...
- 12/30/2023
- by Kathy Gibson
- Whats-on-Netflix
Antony Movie Review Rating:
Star Cast: Joju George, Kalyani Priyadarshan, Chemban Vinod Jose, Nyla Usha
Director: Joshiy
Antony Movie Review Out ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
What’s Good: Joju George’s robust performance as Antony stands out, breathing life into a character that remains captivating despite its shades of grey. The on-screen chemistry between Joju and Chemban Vinod Jose injects warmth into the film. The portrayal of strong female characters, particularly Kalyani Priyadarshan’s Mma-trained Ann Maria, adds depth to the narrative.
What’s Bad: Lackluster writing hampers the film’s potential, with underdeveloped characters and contrived situations. The antagonists, despite elaborate introductions, the antagonists fade away towards the end, leaving the climax feeling rushed. The film struggles to evoke necessary emotions in crucial scenes due to shallow writing.
Loo Break: Around the 1-hour and 10-minute mark, a brief interlude occurs with a Christian song lasting only around 2 minutes. This...
Star Cast: Joju George, Kalyani Priyadarshan, Chemban Vinod Jose, Nyla Usha
Director: Joshiy
Antony Movie Review Out ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
What’s Good: Joju George’s robust performance as Antony stands out, breathing life into a character that remains captivating despite its shades of grey. The on-screen chemistry between Joju and Chemban Vinod Jose injects warmth into the film. The portrayal of strong female characters, particularly Kalyani Priyadarshan’s Mma-trained Ann Maria, adds depth to the narrative.
What’s Bad: Lackluster writing hampers the film’s potential, with underdeveloped characters and contrived situations. The antagonists, despite elaborate introductions, the antagonists fade away towards the end, leaving the climax feeling rushed. The film struggles to evoke necessary emotions in crucial scenes due to shallow writing.
Loo Break: Around the 1-hour and 10-minute mark, a brief interlude occurs with a Christian song lasting only around 2 minutes. This...
- 12/20/2023
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
Get ready for a thrilling ride as the trailer for the much-awaited movie #Antony is set to release tomorrow at 3:11 Pm. Directed by the one and only Joshiy, the movie stars Joju George, Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod, and Kalyani Priyadarshan in the lead roles.
From the electrifying teaser that was released a few weeks ago, it is evident that #Antony is going to be an action-packed entertainer. The trailer is sure to give us a glimpse into the high-octane action sequences, the intense drama, and the sizzling chemistry between the lead actors.
So, mark your calendars and set your reminders for tomorrow at 3:11 Pm to witness the trailer of #Antony and get ready for a cinematic experience like no other!
From the electrifying teaser that was released a few weeks ago, it is evident that #Antony is going to be an action-packed entertainer. The trailer is sure to give us a glimpse into the high-octane action sequences, the intense drama, and the sizzling chemistry between the lead actors.
So, mark your calendars and set your reminders for tomorrow at 3:11 Pm to witness the trailer of #Antony and get ready for a cinematic experience like no other!
- 11/26/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Pulimada, a Malayalam film, has been ably crafted by Ak Sajan. The film stars seasoned actors like Joju George, Aishwarya Rajesh, Lijo Mol Jose, and others. The story revolves around the life of Vincent, an unmarried policeman who is keen on getting married but has been ditched numerous times by many women in the past. He tries to get a grip on his emotions after his marriage is fixed with a girl and then it breaks. He fails in his quest and takes drastic steps that get him into trouble. Will he be able to find a route out of the problem that he gets into? Is the issue only a figment of his imagination? Let’s find out!
Spoilers Ahead
What Happens To Vincent? How Does He React?
Vincent is very excited when his marriage gets fixed after hard luck for the past 40 years. He starts making all the...
Spoilers Ahead
What Happens To Vincent? How Does He React?
Vincent is very excited when his marriage gets fixed after hard luck for the past 40 years. He starts making all the...
- 11/23/2023
- by Debjyoti Dey
- Film Fugitives
Get ready for an enthralling journey of love, loss, and redemption as the highly anticipated Malayalam movie Pulimada gears up for its release on the global streaming platform Netflix on November 23. Directed by Abrid Shine, the film stars Joju George and Aishwarya Rajesh in the lead roles, and is sure to captivate audiences with its heartwarming narrative and stellar performances.
Pulimada revolves around the lives of Kuttiyappan, a former athlete struggling to come to terms with his past, and Sunitha, a young woman grappling with her own personal challenges. Their paths intertwine in a small village in Kerala, where they find solace and companionship in each other’s company.
Pulimada Poster
Joju George, known for his powerful acting and versatility, delivers a nuanced performance as Kuttiyappan, capturing the essence of a man haunted by his past yet yearning for a better future. Aishwarya Rajesh, who has impressed audiences with her natural charm and acting prowess,...
Pulimada revolves around the lives of Kuttiyappan, a former athlete struggling to come to terms with his past, and Sunitha, a young woman grappling with her own personal challenges. Their paths intertwine in a small village in Kerala, where they find solace and companionship in each other’s company.
Pulimada Poster
Joju George, known for his powerful acting and versatility, delivers a nuanced performance as Kuttiyappan, capturing the essence of a man haunted by his past yet yearning for a better future. Aishwarya Rajesh, who has impressed audiences with her natural charm and acting prowess,...
- 11/16/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Malayalam superstar Joju George’s film ‘Antony’ has released its official teaser. An action-thriller-drama film, the movie sees the actor in a new avatar as a hardened, brutal, and not-to-be-messed-with police officer.
The teaser is somewhat vague on the details regarding the storyline, though it seems that some murders have been taking place by an underground network of gangsters, who are without any mercy.
The police who are investigating the murders then take the name of Antony, who is played by Joju George. An old bearded man, Antony appears to be a kind of brutal killer as he walks on to the water in slow-mo with a cleaver in hand.
Investigating what is going on, Antony ends up fighting a bunch of thugs whom he ends up making minced meat out of using a cricket bat, as he bashes their heads on the ground. Joju George appears to be a very silent,...
The teaser is somewhat vague on the details regarding the storyline, though it seems that some murders have been taking place by an underground network of gangsters, who are without any mercy.
The police who are investigating the murders then take the name of Antony, who is played by Joju George. An old bearded man, Antony appears to be a kind of brutal killer as he walks on to the water in slow-mo with a cleaver in hand.
Investigating what is going on, Antony ends up fighting a bunch of thugs whom he ends up making minced meat out of using a cricket bat, as he bashes their heads on the ground. Joju George appears to be a very silent,...
- 10/18/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Malayalam superstar Joju George’s film ‘Antony’ has released its official teaser. An action-thriller-drama film, the movie sees the actor in a new avatar as a hardened, brutal, and not-to-be-messed-with police officer.
The teaser is somewhat vague on the details regarding the storyline, though it seems that some murders have been taking place by an underground network of gangsters, who are without any mercy.
The police who are investigating the murders then take the name of Antony, who is played by Joju George. An old bearded man, Antony appears to be a kind of brutal killer as he walks on to the water in slow-mo with a cleaver in hand.
Investigating what is going on, Antony ends up fighting a bunch of thugs whom he ends up making minced meat out of using a cricket bat, as he bashes their heads on the ground. Joju George appears to be a very silent,...
The teaser is somewhat vague on the details regarding the storyline, though it seems that some murders have been taking place by an underground network of gangsters, who are without any mercy.
The police who are investigating the murders then take the name of Antony, who is played by Joju George. An old bearded man, Antony appears to be a kind of brutal killer as he walks on to the water in slow-mo with a cleaver in hand.
Investigating what is going on, Antony ends up fighting a bunch of thugs whom he ends up making minced meat out of using a cricket bat, as he bashes their heads on the ground. Joju George appears to be a very silent,...
- 10/18/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The trailer of Malayalam actor Joju George’s upcoming film ‘Pulimada’ is a high-octane thrill, which combines comedy, emotional drama, as well as complex characteristics. The story of the movie revolves around a police officer named Vincent, who is played by Joju George in the film. An unmarried man living a normal life in the countryside of Kerala, while he is finally about to get married, an incident scars him that makes him go over-the-edge.
Finally going berserk, Vincent takes to alcohol as he begins to seek out dangerous thrills. All of this turns him into a mental wreck that soon ends up becoming a danger to the others around him as well.
While it is not exactly known what triggers this given that the trailer doesn’t reveal much, it doesn’t have much of a glamour element.
Malayalam cinema has a great knack for experimentation when it comes to storytelling and direction,...
Finally going berserk, Vincent takes to alcohol as he begins to seek out dangerous thrills. All of this turns him into a mental wreck that soon ends up becoming a danger to the others around him as well.
While it is not exactly known what triggers this given that the trailer doesn’t reveal much, it doesn’t have much of a glamour element.
Malayalam cinema has a great knack for experimentation when it comes to storytelling and direction,...
- 10/15/2023
- by Agency News Desk
The trailer of Malayalam actor Joju George’s upcoming film ‘Pulimada’ is a high-octane thrill, which combines comedy, emotional drama, as well as complex characteristics. The story of the movie revolves around a police officer named Vincent, who is played by Joju George in the film. An unmarried man living a normal life in the countryside of Kerala, while he is finally about to get married, an incident scars him that makes him go over-the-edge.
Finally going berserk, Vincent takes to alcohol as he begins to seek out dangerous thrills. All of this turns him into a mental wreck that soon ends up becoming a danger to the others around him as well.
While it is not exactly known what triggers this given that the trailer doesn’t reveal much, it doesn’t have much of a glamour element.
Malayalam cinema has a great knack for experimentation when it comes to storytelling and direction,...
Finally going berserk, Vincent takes to alcohol as he begins to seek out dangerous thrills. All of this turns him into a mental wreck that soon ends up becoming a danger to the others around him as well.
While it is not exactly known what triggers this given that the trailer doesn’t reveal much, it doesn’t have much of a glamour element.
Malayalam cinema has a great knack for experimentation when it comes to storytelling and direction,...
- 10/15/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The highly-anticipated multilingual film ‘Antony’ is gearing up for its grand teaser release on October 19 with Lokesh Kanagaraj film ‘Leo’. Directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Joshiy and produced by Einstin Zac Paul and co-produced by Sushil Kumar Agrawal, Nitin Kumar and Rajat Agrawal under the banners Einstin Media, Nextel Studio, and Ultra Media Entertainments, ‘Antony’ promises to take audiences on an emotional journey that transcends the boundaries of blood relations.
Previously the first look poster of the film garnered appreciation film buffs and critics alike.
Starring a stellar cast including Joju George, Kalyani Priyadarsan, Chemban Vinod Jose, and Nyla Usha, ‘Antony is set to release in Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu on November 23rd, 2023, under the banners of Einstin Media, Nextel Studio, and Ultra Media Entertainments.
The film explores relationships that are closer to the heart than blood relations.
For Kalyani Priyadarsan, ‘Antony’ marks her debut association with director Joshiy.
Previously the first look poster of the film garnered appreciation film buffs and critics alike.
Starring a stellar cast including Joju George, Kalyani Priyadarsan, Chemban Vinod Jose, and Nyla Usha, ‘Antony is set to release in Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu on November 23rd, 2023, under the banners of Einstin Media, Nextel Studio, and Ultra Media Entertainments.
The film explores relationships that are closer to the heart than blood relations.
For Kalyani Priyadarsan, ‘Antony’ marks her debut association with director Joshiy.
- 10/9/2023
- by Agency News Desk
The highly-anticipated multilingual film ‘Antony’ is gearing up for its grand teaser release on October 19 with Lokesh Kanagaraj film ‘Leo’. Directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Joshiy and produced by Einstin Zac Paul and co-produced by Sushil Kumar Agrawal, Nitin Kumar and Rajat Agrawal under the banners Einstin Media, Nextel Studio, and Ultra Media Entertainments, ‘Antony’ promises to take audiences on an emotional journey that transcends the boundaries of blood relations.
Previously the first look poster of the film garnered appreciation film buffs and critics alike.
Starring a stellar cast including Joju George, Kalyani Priyadarsan, Chemban Vinod Jose, and Nyla Usha, ‘Antony is set to release in Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu on November 23rd, 2023, under the banners of Einstin Media, Nextel Studio, and Ultra Media Entertainments.
The film explores relationships that are closer to the heart than blood relations.
For Kalyani Priyadarsan, ‘Antony’ marks her debut association with director Joshiy.
Previously the first look poster of the film garnered appreciation film buffs and critics alike.
Starring a stellar cast including Joju George, Kalyani Priyadarsan, Chemban Vinod Jose, and Nyla Usha, ‘Antony is set to release in Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu on November 23rd, 2023, under the banners of Einstin Media, Nextel Studio, and Ultra Media Entertainments.
The film explores relationships that are closer to the heart than blood relations.
For Kalyani Priyadarsan, ‘Antony’ marks her debut association with director Joshiy.
- 10/9/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Kannur Squad, directed by Roby Varghese Raj, is a Malayalam film that follows a team of Kerala Police officers who travel to North India to catch a gang of robbers. The film showcases the challenges and risks faced by the cops in an unfamiliar terrain, as well as the political and social issues that complicate their mission. The film features Mammootty in the lead role of Asi George Martin, along with Kishore Kumar, Vijayaraghavan, Rony David and Sunny Wayne in supporting roles. The film is based on a real-life incident that happened in 2014.
Kannur Squad Trailer
If you enjoyed watching Kannur Squad, here are five other Malayalam movies that explore the genre of cop drama with realistic and thrilling narratives and ranked based on how similar to the Kannur Squad :
5. Action Hero Biju
Directed by Abrid Shine, this film stars Nivin Pauly as Si Biju Paulose, a cool and...
Kannur Squad Trailer
If you enjoyed watching Kannur Squad, here are five other Malayalam movies that explore the genre of cop drama with realistic and thrilling narratives and ranked based on how similar to the Kannur Squad :
5. Action Hero Biju
Directed by Abrid Shine, this film stars Nivin Pauly as Si Biju Paulose, a cool and...
- 9/29/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Malayalam superstar Mohanlal has reportedly collaborating with veteran director Joshiy and actor-writer Chemban Vinod Jose for a new movie.
The untitled project will mark the second collaboration of Mohanlal and Joshiy after the 2015 action thriller Lailaa O Lailaa, which also starred Amala Paul, Sathyaraj and Rahul Dev. The film was a commercial success and received mixed reviews from critics.
Lailaa O Lailaa Trailer
Chemban Vinod Jose, who is known for his versatile roles in films like Angamaly Diaries, Ee.Ma.Yau and Jallikattu, will be penning the script for the new movie. He has previously worked with Joshiy as an actor in the 2019 period drama Porinju Mariam Jose, which featured Joju George and Nyla Usha in the lead roles. The film was a critical and commercial hit and won several awards, including the Kerala State Film Award for Best Popular Film.
The new movie is expected to be a mass entertainer with...
The untitled project will mark the second collaboration of Mohanlal and Joshiy after the 2015 action thriller Lailaa O Lailaa, which also starred Amala Paul, Sathyaraj and Rahul Dev. The film was a commercial success and received mixed reviews from critics.
Lailaa O Lailaa Trailer
Chemban Vinod Jose, who is known for his versatile roles in films like Angamaly Diaries, Ee.Ma.Yau and Jallikattu, will be penning the script for the new movie. He has previously worked with Joshiy as an actor in the 2019 period drama Porinju Mariam Jose, which featured Joju George and Nyla Usha in the lead roles. The film was a critical and commercial hit and won several awards, including the Kerala State Film Award for Best Popular Film.
The new movie is expected to be a mass entertainer with...
- 9/28/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Voice of Sathyanathan is a Malayalam comedy thriller film that was released in theatres on July 28, 2023. The film, written and directed by Rafi, stars Dileep as Sathyanathan, a fraud antique vendor who gets into trouble with his neighbour, the police, and a terrorist group. The film also features Joju George, Veena Nandakumar, Jagapathi Babu, Siddique, and Anupam Kher in prominent roles12
The film received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. Some praised the film’s humour, performances, and plot twists, while others criticized the film’s outdated storyline, clichés, and logic flaws34 The film was a commercial success at the box office, grossing Rs 23.50 crore worldwide1
If you missed the film in theatres or want to watch it again, you can stream it online on Manorama Max from September 21, 2023. Manorama Max is a Malayalam Ott platform that offers a variety of content, including movies, web series, news, and live TV.
The film received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. Some praised the film’s humour, performances, and plot twists, while others criticized the film’s outdated storyline, clichés, and logic flaws34 The film was a commercial success at the box office, grossing Rs 23.50 crore worldwide1
If you missed the film in theatres or want to watch it again, you can stream it online on Manorama Max from September 21, 2023. Manorama Max is a Malayalam Ott platform that offers a variety of content, including movies, web series, news, and live TV.
- 9/17/2023
- by amalprasadappu
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Chennai, Aug 12 (Ians) Malayalam movie ‘Pulimada’ starring Joju George and Aishwarya Rajesh in lead roles is gearing up for release. The first look poster of the film is out. A.K Sajan ,who has given a handful of good movies in Malayalam is the writer-director-editor of Pulimada.
Einstein Zak Paul and Rajesh Damodaran are the producers under the banner Einstein Media and Land Cinemas.
‘Pulimada’ is a sequel to the Joju George’s blockbuster movie ‘Iratta’. Another peculiarity of the film is that the famous cinematographer Venu is doing the camera for a film after a gap of ten years.
Pulimada is a big budget film that was shot in 60 days in one schedule and has a huge star cast.
After the super hit Tamil film Jai Bheem, Lijomol also plays an important role in Pulimada. Other important characters are played by Balachandra Menon, Chemban Vinod, Johnny Antony, Jafar Idukki, Jio Baby,...
Einstein Zak Paul and Rajesh Damodaran are the producers under the banner Einstein Media and Land Cinemas.
‘Pulimada’ is a sequel to the Joju George’s blockbuster movie ‘Iratta’. Another peculiarity of the film is that the famous cinematographer Venu is doing the camera for a film after a gap of ten years.
Pulimada is a big budget film that was shot in 60 days in one schedule and has a huge star cast.
After the super hit Tamil film Jai Bheem, Lijomol also plays an important role in Pulimada. Other important characters are played by Balachandra Menon, Chemban Vinod, Johnny Antony, Jafar Idukki, Jio Baby,...
- 8/12/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Voice of Sathyanathan, the latest Malayalam movie starring Dileep, Joju George, Siddique, and Anupam Kher, has released on July 28, 2023, and has received generally positive reviews from the audience and critics.
The movie, directed by Raffi, is a comedy thriller that revolves around the mysterious past of the protagonist, played by Dileep. Here are some of the highlights of the movie and the reviews it has garnered so far.
Voice of Sathyanathan Trailer
#VoiceOfSathyanathan – A watchable one from Dileep – Raffi team… Some comedies worked well… Joju scores… Dileep – Siddique scenes were good… Direction & technical side could have been better… Lacks logic…
A Watchable Entertainer…
— Ab George (@AbGeorge_) July 28, 2023 Ab George Tweet
#VoiceOfSathyanathan – A decent to good family drama with Dileep in top form. 1st half mostly relied on humour which saw turn in Sathyanathan 's life somewhat before interval mark. 2nd half has all the ingredients of an entertainer & got worked out to a good extent.
The movie, directed by Raffi, is a comedy thriller that revolves around the mysterious past of the protagonist, played by Dileep. Here are some of the highlights of the movie and the reviews it has garnered so far.
Voice of Sathyanathan Trailer
#VoiceOfSathyanathan – A watchable one from Dileep – Raffi team… Some comedies worked well… Joju scores… Dileep – Siddique scenes were good… Direction & technical side could have been better… Lacks logic…
A Watchable Entertainer…
— Ab George (@AbGeorge_) July 28, 2023 Ab George Tweet
#VoiceOfSathyanathan – A decent to good family drama with Dileep in top form. 1st half mostly relied on humour which saw turn in Sathyanathan 's life somewhat before interval mark. 2nd half has all the ingredients of an entertainer & got worked out to a good extent.
- 7/28/2023
- by amalprasadappu
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Fans of Malayalam cinema are in for a treat as Dileep’s upcoming film Voice of Sathyanathan is all set to release on July 28. The film, which is written and directed by Raffi, is a comedy thriller with a twist. The film also stars Joju George, Johny Antony, Siddique, Veena Nandakumar, and Anupam Kher in pivotal roles.
The film is produced by Badushaa Cinemas, 14 Eleven Cinemas, and Graand Productions. The music is composed by Ankit Menon. The cinematography is done by Jithin and Swaroop and the editing is by Shameer Mohammad.
Voice of Sathyanadhan Trailer
The official trailer of the film was released on YouTube on July 7 and has received over 10 million views so far. The trailer promises a fun-filled ride with Dileep’s trademark comedy and Joju George’s impressive performance. The film also has some thrilling moments and action sequences that will keep the audience on the edge of their seats.
The film is produced by Badushaa Cinemas, 14 Eleven Cinemas, and Graand Productions. The music is composed by Ankit Menon. The cinematography is done by Jithin and Swaroop and the editing is by Shameer Mohammad.
Voice of Sathyanadhan Trailer
The official trailer of the film was released on YouTube on July 7 and has received over 10 million views so far. The trailer promises a fun-filled ride with Dileep’s trademark comedy and Joju George’s impressive performance. The film also has some thrilling moments and action sequences that will keep the audience on the edge of their seats.
- 7/25/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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Article 21 is an upcoming Malayalam film that explores the theme of the right to life and personal liberty guaranteed by the Constitution of India. The film is directed by debutant Lenin Balakrishnan and features an impressive star cast comprising Aju Varghese, Lena, Joju George and others. The film is set to release on July 28.
The film takes its name from Article 21 of the Constitution, which states that “No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law.” The film depicts the lives of different characters who are affected by this fundamental right in various ways.
Article 21 Trailer
One of the main characters is Thamarai, a Tamil rag picker played by Lena, who lives in a filthy slum and struggles to survive. She is seen smoking and drinking in the first look poster of the film, which also shows the harsh realities of her environment.
The film takes its name from Article 21 of the Constitution, which states that “No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law.” The film depicts the lives of different characters who are affected by this fundamental right in various ways.
Article 21 Trailer
One of the main characters is Thamarai, a Tamil rag picker played by Lena, who lives in a filthy slum and struggles to survive. She is seen smoking and drinking in the first look poster of the film, which also shows the harsh realities of her environment.
- 7/22/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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The post-production works of Mammootty’s upcoming action thriller KannurSquad are in full swing, as the makers are eyeing a Pooja holidays release in 2023. The movie, directed by debutant Praveen Prabhakar, is said to be a high-octane entertainer set in the backdrop of Kannur.
The movie features Mammootty as a retired police officer who leads a team of young cops to take down a notorious gangster. The movie also stars Anu Sithara, Soubin Shahir, Joju George, Indrajith Sukumaran and Lena in pivotal roles.
Kannur Squad Poster
According to the sources, the movie has only one song, composed by Sushin Shyam, who is also working on the background score. The song is said to be a peppy number that will showcase the camaraderie of the squad. The movie has been shot extensively in Kannur and Kochi, with some portions in Dubai.
The movie is produced by Anto Joseph under his banner Anto Joseph Film Company.
The movie features Mammootty as a retired police officer who leads a team of young cops to take down a notorious gangster. The movie also stars Anu Sithara, Soubin Shahir, Joju George, Indrajith Sukumaran and Lena in pivotal roles.
Kannur Squad Poster
According to the sources, the movie has only one song, composed by Sushin Shyam, who is also working on the background score. The song is said to be a peppy number that will showcase the camaraderie of the squad. The movie has been shot extensively in Kannur and Kochi, with some portions in Dubai.
The movie is produced by Anto Joseph under his banner Anto Joseph Film Company.
- 7/16/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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Fans of Nivin Pauly have a reason to rejoice as the actor’s production banner has confirmed that his 2016 hit film Action Hero Biju will be getting a sequel soon. The film, directed by Abrid Shine, featured Nivin Pauly in the role of Sub-inspector Biju Paulose, a realistic and honest cop who deals with various cases in his daily life.
Action Hero Biju 2, a prequel to the 2016 Malayalam film, will star Nivin Pauly. The shoot has been pushed to next year due to multiple commitments of actor Nivin Pauly. The film will be directed by Abrid Shine and produced by Nivin Pauly’s home production banner.
Action Hero Biju Trailer
The team behind the film is busy with the casting process and is looking for fresh faces to play various roles. The auditions are taking place in Kochi and many mimicry artists, theatre actors, and others are trying their luck.
Action Hero Biju 2, a prequel to the 2016 Malayalam film, will star Nivin Pauly. The shoot has been pushed to next year due to multiple commitments of actor Nivin Pauly. The film will be directed by Abrid Shine and produced by Nivin Pauly’s home production banner.
Action Hero Biju Trailer
The team behind the film is busy with the casting process and is looking for fresh faces to play various roles. The auditions are taking place in Kochi and many mimicry artists, theatre actors, and others are trying their luck.
- 7/14/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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ListicleHeadlined by stars like Rajinikanth, Ram Charan, Mammootty, and Fahadh Faasil, these films challenge how Dalit and Adivasi lives have so far been represented in cinema from the southern states.Cinema from the southern states have seen a wave of anti-caste films that challenge how caste is represented on our screens. Kollywood in particular has seen many such movies in recent years, with several helmed by Dalit directors such as Pa Ranjith and Mari Selvaraj among others. The success of these films in both box office takings and wide-spread popularity among audiences and critics alike have certainly created a trend of anti-caste movies. These films have banked on some of the biggest stars in their respective industries like Rajinikanth, Ram Charan, Mammootty, and Fahadh Faasil to draw in movie-goers, while simultaneously challenging how Dalit and Adivasi lives have been represented so far. Here’s a list of films in Telugu,...
- 7/9/2023
- by BharathyS
- The News Minute
Joju George, who impressed the audience with his performance in Joshiy’s Porinju Mariam Jose, is back with another massy avatar in the veteran director’s next film, Antony. The first look poster of the film was released on July 9, 2023, and it shows Joju George lighting a cigarette in a stylish manner, while Kalyani Priyadarshan is seen wearing a jersey in the background. The poster also hints at the possibility of sports being a part of the story.
Antony is touted to be an action thriller that brings back the lead cast of Porinju Mariam Jose, including Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod Jose and Vijayaraghavan. Additionally, Asha Sharath has also joined the cast. The film is produced by Einstein Zach Paul under the banner of Einstein Media and distributed by Joju’s Appu Pathu Pappu Production House. The film is scripted by Rajesh Varma, who earlier penned films like Paisa Paisa,...
Antony is touted to be an action thriller that brings back the lead cast of Porinju Mariam Jose, including Nyla Usha, Chemban Vinod Jose and Vijayaraghavan. Additionally, Asha Sharath has also joined the cast. The film is produced by Einstein Zach Paul under the banner of Einstein Media and distributed by Joju’s Appu Pathu Pappu Production House. The film is scripted by Rajesh Varma, who earlier penned films like Paisa Paisa,...
- 7/9/2023
- by amalprasadappu
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Crime‘Joseph’, with actor Joju George in the lead, was a crime thriller about a clandestine organ trade mafia run with the help of a prominent private hospital in Kerala.As controversy brews in Kerala after Kochi’s Lakeshore Hospital was accused of transplanting a young man’s organs before confirming his brain death, a Malayalam film released in 2018 has now become a point of debate for an eerily similar plot. Joseph, directed by M Padmakumar and starring actor Joju George in the lead, was a crime thriller about a clandestine organ trade mafia run with the help of a prominent private hospital. In the film, an accident is purposefully staged to inflict brain injury on a character, whose organs are then harvested and donated to a foreign recipient, with the hospital minting a huge amount of money. The transplantation process bypasses several Indians on the waiting list, ensuring that...
- 6/15/2023
- by LakshmiP
- The News Minute
WeddingFahima married Mubeen Musthafa, son of Siraj International Group chairman Musthafa Mullikote, at the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi on June 4.A star-studded, extravagant affair. There are few other words to aptly encapsulate the wedding of Fahima Ashraf Ali, the niece of Lulu Group chairman and managing director Ma Yusuff Ali, which took place at the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, June 4. Fahima’s opulent wedding with Mubeen Musthafa, who is the son of business tycoon and Siraj International Group chairman Musthafa Mullikote, was a four-day affair filled with festivities and elaborate dance routines. Ranging from Malayalam cinema’s superstars Mammootty and Mohanlal to UAE’s Minister of State for Tolerance Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, several prominent personalities attended the grand event. A host of other popular Malayalam actors including Tovino Thomas, Jayasurya, Kunchacko Boban, Aparna Balamurali, Asif Ali, Joju George, Jayaram, Kalidas, and others marked their attendance.
- 6/7/2023
- by Balakrishna
- The News Minute
Mumbai, May 15 (Ians) Tollywood star Panja Vaisshnav Tej-starrer PVT04 is titled ‘Aadi Keshava’ and its first glimpse is out. Helmed by Srikanth N. Reddy, the action drama also stars Sreeleela as the female lead.
Sithara Entertainment’s official handle shared the title and teaser. The first glimpse shows Panja Vaisshnav Tej looking intense in a never-seen-before action-packed role.
The film is titled ‘Aadi Keshava’ and the glimpse reveals how Rudra Kaleshwar Reddy fights goons who plan to occupy the land of a temple.
Vaisshnav Tej’s makeover is remarkable. He looks rugged with a thick moustache and messy hair. The first glimpse also packs in a solid action punch.
High on mass and action elements, the film also stars Aparna Das and Joju George in pivotal roles. The mass-entertainer is produced by Suryadevara Naga Vamsi and S. Sai Soujanya under the banners of Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas.
Sithara Entertainment’s official handle shared the title and teaser. The first glimpse shows Panja Vaisshnav Tej looking intense in a never-seen-before action-packed role.
The film is titled ‘Aadi Keshava’ and the glimpse reveals how Rudra Kaleshwar Reddy fights goons who plan to occupy the land of a temple.
Vaisshnav Tej’s makeover is remarkable. He looks rugged with a thick moustache and messy hair. The first glimpse also packs in a solid action punch.
High on mass and action elements, the film also stars Aparna Das and Joju George in pivotal roles. The mass-entertainer is produced by Suryadevara Naga Vamsi and S. Sai Soujanya under the banners of Sithara Entertainments and Fortune Four Cinemas.
- 5/15/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Malayalam cinemaScripted by Gopan Chidambaram, ‘Thuramukham’, starring Nivin Pauly in the lead, is based on an award-winning play of the same title penned by Gopan’s father, Km Chidambaram.Nivin Pauly in ThuramukhamRajeev Ravi’s Malayalam historical drama Thuramukham, starring popular actor Nivin Pauly, has locked an Ott release date. The film will be released on SonyLIV on April 28. Scripted by Gopan Chidambaram, Thuramukham is based on an award-winning play of the same title penned by Gopan’s father, Km Chidambaram. The film opened to critical acclaim in the theatres on March 10, and features an ensemble cast including Biju Menon, Indrajith Sukumaran, Nimisha Sajayan, Joju George, Arjun Ashokan, Darshana Rajendran, and Poornima Indrajith. #Thuramukham streaming on SonyLIV from April 28. @sonylivindia #ThuramukhamOnSonyLIVhttps://t.co/kkx8HLRhs4 — Nivin Pauly (@NivinOfficial) April 12, 2023 Set against the backdrop of the Cochin port in the period between the 1930s and 1960s, Thuramukham sheds light on the chappa system,...
- 4/13/2023
- by LakshmiP
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is scripted by director Ratheesh Poduval, who made the popular and critically-acclaimed film ‘Nna Thaan Case Kodu’ last year.After the much-discussed Nayattu, director Martin Prakkat is making his next with actors Kunchacko Boban and Biju Menon. The film, yet to be named, is scripted by director Ratheesh Poduval, who made the popular and critically-acclaimed film Nna Thaan Case Kodu last year, starring Kunchacko. The news was announced by Kunchacko on his social media pages. "One of my dream Combos…!!! With some of my Best friends and Some of the Best in the Industry. The next Directorial venture of Martin Prakkat after @nayattumovie, scripted by Ratheesh Poduval, Visuals by Shyju Khaled and with my evergreen pair Biju Menon. Happy to let know that Udaya Pictures and Kunchacko Boban Productions will also be associating with the movie!! (sic)" Kunchacko posted on Instagram. He and Biju Menon had earlier paired...
- 3/19/2023
- by Cris
- The News Minute
ReviewAt 174 minutes, Thuramukham is an ambitious recounting of an important historical episode. It’s not all smooth sailing, but the ship does make it to the shore.After Kammatipaadam (2016), Thuramukham, meaning ‘harbour’, is another Rajeev Ravi ode to the historical struggles that form the bedrock of a modern city like Kochi. The period drama, written by Gopan Chidambaram, is based on an award-winning play of the same title written by his father, Km Chidambaram. At its heart is the question – what does capitalism do to human beings? The opening sequence is just the beginning of the long answer – people climbing one over another like crabs to find a token that would ensure that they got some work for the day; the inhuman chappa system in the early decades of the 20th century that forced workers to enter a gladiatorial battle every day to feed their families. The stark black and...
- 3/10/2023
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
MollywoodMalayalam cinema showcased some great films and exceptional performances this year. Here is Tnm’s pick of the best Malayalam movies of 2022.CrisYear 2022 was in some ways a comeback year for new films, which could once again be released in theatres after the rules of physical distancing brought in by the Covid-19 pandemic faded away. The piled-up movies of previous years were released one by one, and new ones were made. Original stories were told and actors took on unconventional roles. Here is Tnm’s pick of the best Malayalam movies of the year. Bhoothakaalam -- Bhoothakaalam was not a typical horror film although it could send shivers down your spine for several long minutes. But at its centre is the theme of a mother-son relationship going through a rough patch. The horrors of the house in fact appear to help bring them together. Revathy, after a long time, had...
- 12/31/2022
- 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
CinemaThe 67th Filmfare Awards South, which was held in Bengaluru on October 9, saw the attendance of stars from Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Telugu film industries. Tnm StaffFacebookThe 67th Filmfare Awards South was held on Sunday, October 9, at the Bengaluru International Exhibition Centre. The awards ceremony was attended by stars from Tollywood, Kollywood, Mollywood and Sandalwood. The 2022 edition of the awards function was hosted by Kannada actors Diganth and Ramesh Aravind. It also featured dance performances by several popular actors including Pooja Hegde who was recently seen in Kollywood film Beast, Sitha Ramam fame Mrunal Thakur, Krithi Shetty, and Saniya Iyappan among others. First introduced in 1954, the Filmfare Awards ceremony is one of the oldest film events in India. The awards are presented annually to honour both artistic and technical excellence of professionals in the film industry. Suriya and Aparna Balamurali starrer Soorarai Pottru (Tamil), Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna’s...
- 10/10/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Well-known Malayalam director Sanal Kumar Sasidharan, who is best known for his film ‘Sexy Durga’, on Friday, clarified that he had not signed any agreements with anyone regarding his rights in any of the films he had directed from ‘Oralpokkam’ to ‘Chola’ and its Tamil version ‘Alli’.
Taking to Instagram to make his stand clear, the well-known director wrote: “This is a public notice: I have not signed any agreements with anyone regarding my rights in any of the films I have directed from ‘Oralpokkam’ to ‘Chola’ and its Thamizh version ‘Alli’.
“As ‘Oralpokkam’ was made with crowd funding, it was decided at the time of production that the copyright would be left free after five years of its release and accordingly, the copyright of that film now belongs to the entire public.
“After the systematic violence against me and my films started in 2019, there have been moves to bury...
Taking to Instagram to make his stand clear, the well-known director wrote: “This is a public notice: I have not signed any agreements with anyone regarding my rights in any of the films I have directed from ‘Oralpokkam’ to ‘Chola’ and its Thamizh version ‘Alli’.
“As ‘Oralpokkam’ was made with crowd funding, it was decided at the time of production that the copyright would be left free after five years of its release and accordingly, the copyright of that film now belongs to the entire public.
“After the systematic violence against me and my films started in 2019, there have been moves to bury...
- 8/26/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
ReviewThe film is by no means a ‘grand return’ for Lal Jose. But it is still a gripping crime thriller that pulls off several twists and turns, aided by convincing performances from its lead actors.Lakshmi PriyaCourtesy: YouTube/ Manorama Music SongsThey say there is a kala hridayam (artist’s heart) inside every khaki uniform. Suja and Glyna, both civil police officers and the best of friends, would not disagree. After standing under the sun and overseeing traffic all day, Suja (Darshana Sudarshan) comes back to the women’s police quarters to make Instagram reels with Glyna (Vincy Aloshious), her housemate who is deployed at the local police station. They sing and dance to their heart’s content, shooting videos for their Instagram page (rather unoriginally called insta_sisters), revelling in the joy and comfort of each other’s friendship. It is into this happy, calm dynamic between the two friends...
- 8/19/2022
- by LakshmiP
- The News Minute
MollywoodKerala State Chalachitra Academy announced on August 2 that a new date for the ceremony will be announced soon. Tnm StaffFacebook/ Biju Menon, Joju George, RevathyThe distribution ceremony of the Kerala State Film Awards, which was scheduled to take place on August 3, has been postponed in view of the heavy rainfall in the state. A new date is yet to be announced. The ceremony was set to take place at Thiruvananthapuram’s Nidhagandhi auditorium. Sharing the announcement on social media, Kerala State Chalachitra Academy said in a post on Tuesday, August 2, “Due to red alert issued in several districts, including Thiruvananthapuram because of extremely heavy rainfall, Kerala’s Culture Minister Vn Vasavan announced that the Kerala state award function distribution function meant to be held tomorrow is postponed. The new date will be announced later.” The winners of the awards were announced in May this year. Actor Revathy bagged her first...
- 8/3/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
InterviewMalayalam actor Darshana Rajendran, who has been proving herself afresh film after film, talks to Tnm about her transition from playing the protagonist’s ‘friend’ to doing lead roles, her theatre background, and more.CrisPhoto credit - Aishwarya AshokInteresting thing about Darshana Rajendran, an actor who keeps proving herself afresh film after film, is that she comes off as exactly the kind of person she has just played. In the beginning, when she made shorter appearances in Malayalam movies, you would take her for a supportive friend who hears you out, keeps you company in dark moments, and lets you lie down on her lap and sings to you. When she appeared in grander roles, you saw her as a tragic character that dies of a virus, a young woman trapped in sex trafficking, a lover ending up deserted in a haunted house or the depths of a forest. Darshana,...
- 6/12/2022
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Mollywood‘Sree Dhanya Catering Service’ is helmed by ‘The Great Indian Kitchen’ fame Jeo Baby and bankrolled by Mankind Cinemas and Symmetry Cinemas. Tnm StaffFacebook/ Jeo BabyActor Mammootty took to social media on Tuesday, May 31 to unveil the first look poster of The Great Indian Kitchen fame director Jeo Baby’s next. The film has been titled Sree Dhanya Catering Service. It is bankrolled by Mankind Cinemas and Symmetry Cinemas.“Presenting the First Look Poster of Sree Dhanya Catering Service directed by Jeo Baby and produced by Mankind Cinemas and Symmetry Cinemas. Best wishes to the entire team,” Mammootty wrote in his post. Director Jeo Baby also revealed that the shooting for the film has been completed. Prior to Sree Dhanya Catering Service, Jeo Baby presented the anthology Freedom Fight. He directed the segment Old Age Home, while segments from other directors such as Akhil Anilkumar, Kunjila Mascillamani, Francies Louis...
- 6/1/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Popular actor Biju Menon and upcoming actor Joju George on Friday shared the 2021 Kerala State Film Award best actor award, while veteran actress Revathi walked away with the best actress award. Jury Chairman Saeed Akhtar Mirza said that he has always been a great fan of Malayalam films. “Nowhere in the country do you […]...
- 5/27/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Film awards‘Aavasavyuham’, which tells the story of an environmental disaster, won the best film award, while Dileesh Pothan won best director for ‘Joji’. ‘Minnal Murali’, ‘Churuli’ and ‘Hridayam’ have also won multiple awards.Tnm StaffBiju Menon, Revathi and Joju GeorgeHushing stereotypes, middle-aged mothers and elderly fathers prove that they can lead great stories in films and walk quietly away with the accolades. Revathi, who has contributed many great characters to Malayalam cinema, has won the Best Actor (Female) award at the 52nd Kerala State Film Awards for playing a mother character so strikingly well in the horror flick Bhoothakaalam. Biju Menon, a 50 something actor who played a mysterious man in his 70s — a seemingly harmless doting father — in Aarkariyam has won the Best Actor (Male) award, along with Joju George, an actor who has been consistently delivering meticulous performances. This time, Joju has bagged the award for four different...
- 5/27/2022
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodOne is a police drama with Asif Ali in the lead, while the other is a period film led by Nivin Pauly.Tnm StaffThuramukham / Kuttavum SikshayumTwo Rajeev Ravi movies are getting ready for back-to-back releases in successive weeks. The director of acclaimed movies like Annayum Rasulum and Kammattippadam is bringing out Kuttavum Sikshayum on May 27 and Thuramukham on June 3. Trailers of both the movies have also been released on consecutive days, one showing a police drama and the other, a period film based on a play by Km Chidambaram. Rajeev Ravi, who became renowned as a cinematographer, began making films nine years ago, with Annayum Rasoolum. In every new film, he chooses a different male actor to lead the story, while retaining a few supporting actors. After Fahadh Faasil, Farhaan Faasil and Dulquer Salmaan, the fourth hero is Asif Ali, playing the lead in Kuttavum Shikshayum, as a police officer.
- 5/23/2022
- by Cris
- The News Minute
ReviewThough director M Padmakumar comes to his element in some scenes in the second half of the film, the cliché-ridden first half is likely to have already drained you out by then.Fahir MaithuttySuraj Venjaramoodu as Solomon in Pathaam Valavu | Credit: YouTubeWhen M Padmakumar's Joseph released in 2018, it had come as a pleasant surprise. A sleeper hit, the film also gave a big boost to the career of actor Joju George. Pathaam Valavu is Padmakumar's attempt to return to the crime drama genre after the debacle of Mamangam. The result, however, is rather underwhelming when compared to Joseph. Pathaam Valavu begins with Sub Inspector Sethu (Indrajith) and his fellow officers on the lookout for a jail inmate named Solomon (Suraj Venjaramoodu), who has absconded at the end of his parole. Sethu and his men soon find and arrest Solomon. But on the way back down the hill, there is a...
- 5/14/2022
- by LakshmiP
- The News Minute
ReviewJoju George and Anaswara Rajan play cameos as father and daughter in this film, which is appreciable in parts, but has a lot to patch up.CrisScreenshot from 'Aviyal'It is an unusually long car ride for Krishnan and his daughter (Joju George and Anaswara Rajan) in the newly released film, Aviyal. So long that the daughter gets to hear the whole story of her father's youth, with some debatable conclusions. The posters had prominently featured Joju and Anaswara — one known for his versatility and the other for pulling off young characters adorably well. But they turn out to be narrators, rather, one narrator and the other listener, of a story about love, rebellion, and being young. The bulk of the acting falls on Sirajudeen Nazir, who very convincingly plays several different stages of a boy growing into a man in Krishnan's story. The film, while novel and appreciable in parts,...
- 4/8/2022
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodTwo other recently released Malayalam films ‘Pada’ and ‘Veyil’ will also be streaming on Over-the-top (Ott) platform Amazon Prime Video shortly.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeThe makers of Tovino Thomas’s recently-released Malayalam film Naradan announced on March 29 that the film will be streaming on Over-the-top (Ott) platform Amazon Prime Video from April 8. Sharing the announcement, Amazon Prime Video shared a poster on Tuesday, March 29 and wrote, “Watch Tovino Thomas and Anna Ben, in Aashiq Abu’s Naradan.” The film hit the big screens on March 3. Directed by Aashiq Abu, the film features Tovino Thomas, Anna Ben, Sharafudheen, and Vijayaraghavan in main roles. Naradan is the dramatic journey of Chandraprakash, a journalist working at News Malayalam. He is a talk show host and television news anchor with a huge audience appeal. He is under pressure to do stories that will increase the channel's rating from his editors and bosses. When a fellow journalist,...
- 3/29/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Cinema‘Pada’ is based on a real life incident that took place in 1996 Kerala, when four activists held a District Collector hostage to protest the Adivasi Land Act Amendment passed by the Left government.Sowmya RajendranScreengrabPada, a Malayalam film directed by Kamal Km, is centred on an unusual hostage drama based on real events. On October 4, 1996, Wr Reddy, then Palakkad District Collector, was held hostage in his own office by four Adivasi rights activists who waved explosives and a gun at the crowd. Their demand? The withdrawal of the amendment to the Adivasi Land Act 1975 that was passed by Ek Nayanar’s Left Democratic Front (Ldf) government that year. Many tribal people saw the amendment as the government cheating them of their rights. The two-hour thriller has Kunchacko Boban, Vinayakan, Dileesh Pothan and Joju George in the lead. The film, which has won critical acclaim, is among the few Malayalam...
- 3/24/2022
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
ReviewThe film, directed by Kamal Km and based on real events, features Kunchacko Boban, Vinayakan, Joju George and Dileesh Pothan in the lead.CrisScreenshot from 'Pada'Building tension moment by moment and then maintaining it for two whole hours of a movie has to be an art. In Pada, Kamal Km’s new film, there is at first the suspense of not knowing what’s happening, then the happening itself, and then the anxiety of how it will end. Going against the usual long disclaimers of distancing itself from any real incident, the film starts off by saying it is based on true events. Actors Kunchacko Boban, Vinayakan, Joju George and Dileesh Pothan appear from four different corners and barely let you breathe, as a very important story about Adivasi rights gets told. If by retelling the incident more than 25 years later, Kamal – the film’s writer and director – meant to...
- 3/11/2022
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Director Kamal K M’s much-awaited Malayalam film ‘Pada’ which features Kunchacko Boban, Vinayakan and Joju George in the lead, will release on March 11, instead of the earlier announced date of March 10. The film has triggered huge interest among film buffs and fans as it is based on real-life events that occurred in Kerala. […]...
- 3/8/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
MollywoodA political thriller that revolves around Malayalam broadcast journalism, ‘Naradan’ is helmed by filmmaker Aashiq Abu.IANSScreengrab/ YouTubeDirector Aashiq Abu’s eagerly awaited Malayalam film Naradan featuring Tovino Thomas and Anna Ben in the lead will now hit screens worldwide on March 3. The director took to Instagram to make the announcement. A political thriller that revolves around Malayalam broadcast journalism, the film has music by Sekhar Menon and cinematography by Jaffer Zadique. Originally scheduled to be released in April 2021, the film was postponed due to the second Covid-19 wave. The team then decided to release the film this year on January 27. However, that too did not happen due to the surge in Covid-19 infections and complications caused by the Omicron variant. Now the makers have announced that the film will release on March 3. Aashiq Abu and Tovino have earlier teamed up for films like Mayaanadhi and Virus, which received positive responses from audiences.
- 2/18/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
InterviewJeo Baby brought together five filmmakers (including himself) to make films with good content; and coincidentally, they all had the underlying message of freedom.CrisContent matters a lot to Jeo Baby, the man who directed The Great Indian Kitchen, a film that got people talking about women’s labour in the house. In the few minutes of an interview that he could spare on a Wednesday, Jeo mentions “content” half a dozen times. When, during the pandemic, it was too hard to make a full-length film, and he thought of an anthology for which he looked for “content”. The anthology that’s come out is Freedom Fight, but Jeo had not asked filmmakers to make their content about freedom per se. It’s just a happy coincidence that all of them, including Jeo, wrote scripts which had the underlying message of freedom and the fight for it. “That’s what...
- 2/12/2022
- by Cris
- The News Minute
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