Malayalam superstar Suresh Gopi is looking incredibly intense, in the trailer for his upcoming film ‘Garudan’. A crime-thriller-drama film with a touch of psychological horror, Suresh Gopi is essaying the role of a man who won’t rest until he finds justice.
In ‘Garudan’, Suresh Gopi plays the role of Commandant Harish Madhavan who is a senior officer of the Kerala Armed Police.
Actor Biju Menon on the other hand essays the role of a college professor called Nishant, who now finds himself unwittingly involved in a complex legal problem.
A grounded and rather rooted thriller, the trailer boasts very high production value while at the same time not appearing over-the-top, in a darker and more experimental filmmaking style.
There is no sense of grandeur or some massive spectacle here. Instead, what we see is a very compelling trailer which says a lot about the characters while still revealing next...
In ‘Garudan’, Suresh Gopi plays the role of Commandant Harish Madhavan who is a senior officer of the Kerala Armed Police.
Actor Biju Menon on the other hand essays the role of a college professor called Nishant, who now finds himself unwittingly involved in a complex legal problem.
A grounded and rather rooted thriller, the trailer boasts very high production value while at the same time not appearing over-the-top, in a darker and more experimental filmmaking style.
There is no sense of grandeur or some massive spectacle here. Instead, what we see is a very compelling trailer which says a lot about the characters while still revealing next...
- 10/18/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Malayalam superstar Suresh Gopi is looking incredibly intense, in the trailer for his upcoming film ‘Garudan’. A crime-thriller-drama film with a touch of psychological horror, Suresh Gopi is essaying the role of a man who won’t rest until he finds justice.
In ‘Garudan’, Suresh Gopi plays the role of Commandant Harish Madhavan who is a senior officer of the Kerala Armed Police.
Actor Biju Menon on the other hand essays the role of a college professor called Nishant, who now finds himself unwittingly involved in a complex legal problem.
A grounded and rather rooted thriller, the trailer boasts very high production value while at the same time not appearing over-the-top, in a darker and more experimental filmmaking style.
There is no sense of grandeur or some massive spectacle here. Instead, what we see is a very compelling trailer which says a lot about the characters while still revealing next...
In ‘Garudan’, Suresh Gopi plays the role of Commandant Harish Madhavan who is a senior officer of the Kerala Armed Police.
Actor Biju Menon on the other hand essays the role of a college professor called Nishant, who now finds himself unwittingly involved in a complex legal problem.
A grounded and rather rooted thriller, the trailer boasts very high production value while at the same time not appearing over-the-top, in a darker and more experimental filmmaking style.
There is no sense of grandeur or some massive spectacle here. Instead, what we see is a very compelling trailer which says a lot about the characters while still revealing next...
- 10/18/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
The Malayalam film industry is known for its rich and diverse content, ranging from realistic dramas to comedy capers. However, in recent times, the industry has also ventured into the genre of action thrillers, with films like Lucifer, Ayyappanum Koshiyum, and Drishyam 2 making a mark at the box office. Now, two more films are set to join this list, with their trailers creating a buzz among the audience. These are Garudan and Bandra, starring Suresh Gopi and Dileep respectively.
Garudan, directed by debutant Arun Varma and written by Midhun Manuel Thomas, features Suresh Gopi as a cop who is investigating a rape case that leads him to a confrontation with Biju Menon’s character, a former convict who has a personal vendetta against him. The trailer of the film, which was released on October 171, showcases the intense cat-and-mouse game between the two actors, with some high-octane action sequences and dialogues.
Garudan, directed by debutant Arun Varma and written by Midhun Manuel Thomas, features Suresh Gopi as a cop who is investigating a rape case that leads him to a confrontation with Biju Menon’s character, a former convict who has a personal vendetta against him. The trailer of the film, which was released on October 171, showcases the intense cat-and-mouse game between the two actors, with some high-octane action sequences and dialogues.
- 10/18/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
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Thiruvananthapuram, May 21 (Ians) Malayalam superstar Mohanlal was presented with a Kia Ev 6 costing Rs 72 lakh on his 63rd birthday on Sunday by businessman Alex K. Varghese of Hedge Equities, a stockbroking firm of which the actor is the brand ambassador.
Mohanlal celebrated his birthday at his Kochi residence with his wife Suchithra. His close friend and former Kerala minister, Shibu Baby John, and actor-director Major Ravi were present with him at his residence during the celebrations.
One of the most versatile actors in the Malayalam industry, Mohanlal made his debut at the age of 18 with the movie “Thiranottam” (the movie was shelved for several years due to technical issues and later released).
It was the 1980 movie “Manjil Virinja Pookal”, directed by Fazil (father of the rising pan-India star Fahadh Faasil), which portrayed him as an antagonist, that turned out to be his official debut movie. There was no looking back...
Mohanlal celebrated his birthday at his Kochi residence with his wife Suchithra. His close friend and former Kerala minister, Shibu Baby John, and actor-director Major Ravi were present with him at his residence during the celebrations.
One of the most versatile actors in the Malayalam industry, Mohanlal made his debut at the age of 18 with the movie “Thiranottam” (the movie was shelved for several years due to technical issues and later released).
It was the 1980 movie “Manjil Virinja Pookal”, directed by Fazil (father of the rising pan-India star Fahadh Faasil), which portrayed him as an antagonist, that turned out to be his official debut movie. There was no looking back...
- 5/21/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
As Amitabh Bachan celebrates his 80th birthday, it may be worth recalling his tryst with the South Indian film industry is interesting. Bachchan has acted in the Mohanlal-starrer Malayalam movie, ‘Kandahar’ (2010), directed by Major Ravi, and he has also been associated with several South Indian film personalities, starting with Madhu in his debut film ‘Saat Hindustani’.
The Malayalam movie industry’s veteran actor Madhu alias Madhavan Nair, a Padma Shri awardee who has starred in ‘Chemmeen’, which won the President’s Medal for the best feature film in 1965, recalled his association with Bachchan in a media interaction at his residence in Thiruvananthapuram.
“Being a former college teacher, I was always fascinated by Harivanshrai Bachchan and when I came to know that the young actor debuting in K.A. Abbas’s movie was his son, I was thrilled,” the 89-year-old actor said.
“When Abbas told me that a new actor is coming,...
The Malayalam movie industry’s veteran actor Madhu alias Madhavan Nair, a Padma Shri awardee who has starred in ‘Chemmeen’, which won the President’s Medal for the best feature film in 1965, recalled his association with Bachchan in a media interaction at his residence in Thiruvananthapuram.
“Being a former college teacher, I was always fascinated by Harivanshrai Bachchan and when I came to know that the young actor debuting in K.A. Abbas’s movie was his son, I was thrilled,” the 89-year-old actor said.
“When Abbas told me that a new actor is coming,...
- 10/11/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
MollywoodMahaveeryar marks the third-time collaboration between Nivin Pauly and director Abrid Shine.Tnm StaffScreengrab/YouTubeThe teaser of director Abrid Shine's upcoming film Mahaveeryar, featuring actor Nivin Pauly and Asif Ali in the lead, was unveiled on Sunday, April 3. Adapted from a story by renowned author M Mukundan, the teaser hints that the theme of the period fantasy film revolves around time travel, law books and legal proceedings. The film has been jointly produced by Nivin Pauly, under his home banner of Pauly Jr Pictures, and P S Shamnas, under the banner of Indian Movie Makers. Author M Mukundan released the first-look poster from the movie at a function held in Kochi in February this year. Screenwriter and director Abrid Shine, actors Asif Ali, Shanvi Srivastava and the co-producer P S Shamnas were among those present on the occasion. Mahaveeryar marks the third-time collaboration between Nivin Pauly and Abrid Shine after...
- 4/4/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Mollywood Adapted from a story by author M Mukundan, the theme of 'Mahaveeryar' revolves around fantasy, time travel, and legal proceedings.IANSThe first-look poster of director Abrid Shine's Mahaveeryar, featuring actors Nivin Pauly and Asif Ali in the lead roles, has been released. Adapted from a story by renowned author M Mukundan, the theme of Mahaveeryar revolves around fantasy, time travel, law books and legal proceedings. The film has been jointly produced by Nivin Pauly, under his home banner of Pauly Jr Pictures, and Ps Shamnas under the banner of Indian Movie Makers. Author M Mukundan released the first poster from the movie at a function held in Cochin. Screenwriter and director Abrid Shine, actors Asif Ali, Shanvi Srivastava and the co-producer Ps Shamnas were among those present on the occasion. Mahaveeryar is the third time that Nivin Pauly and Abrid Shine are working together after the commercially and...
- 2/12/2022
- by Jahnavi
- The News Minute
MollywoodCheck out this list of films, new and old, that you can watch with your family for Onam.Tnm StaffNjandukalude Nattil Oridavela/ FacebookFrom horror to action comedies, a number of Malayalam films released over the years have left their mark on critics and audiences from around the world. For the festival of Onam, we bring you a list of 'feel good' and funny Malayalam movies, from the classics that were released decades ago to movies that opted for direct Over-the-Top(Ott) release in the midst of the pandemic. These are Malayalam movies that you can watch with your family, from the comfort of your home. In addition to the long list of beloved movies such as Bangalore Days, Premam, Sudani from Nigeria and Ustad Hotel that are already widely known, here are 14 Malayalam films available on Ott: Home (Amazon Prime Video): Directed by Rojin Thomas, the family drama Home,...
- 8/20/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe upcoming Malayalam film is directed by ‘Akkaldhamayile Pennu’ fame filmmaker Jayaram Kailas. Tnm StaffPopular Mollywood actor Tovino Thomas recently unveiled the poster of Gokul Suresh starrer Ambalamukkile Visheshangal. The poster from the upcoming Malayalam movie features Gokul Suresh sporting a casual look and is seen recording something on the phone. The farm in the backdrop of the poster and Gokul Suresh’s outfit hint at a rural drama. The film is directed by filmmaker Jayaram Kailas, who is popular for his 2015 Malayalam film Akkaldhamayile Pennu that is based on the story of a woman gravedigger. Ambalamukkile Visheshangal is bankrolled by Sarathchandran Nair under the banner of Chand Creations. Sharing the poster, actor Tovino Thomas wrote, “Unveiling the new poster of #AmbalamukkileVisheshangal, starring dear Gokul Suresh.. directed by Jayaram Kailas, produced by J. Sarathchandran Nair!! All the best to the entire team!” Umesh Krishnan is taking care of the story and screenplay for the venture.
- 5/8/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film will show the actor in two age groups, as a chenda artiste who develops the Alzheimer’s disease. Digital NativeActor Joju George will play a 75-year-old chenda artiste with Alzheimer’s disease in the upcoming film Jillam Peppare. Elaborating on Joju’s role in the film, its director Josh has told in an interview to the Times of India, “We show two phases of Joju chettan’s character in the movie – from the ages of 35 to 40 and from 70 to 75. In the latter phase, he is an Alzheimer’s patient and while his memory is vague about everything else, the rhythm of chenda is still pristine. While not an anthology, the movie brings together four incidents that happen in four different places through chenda.” Besides Joju George, the film has Major Ravi, Shehin Siddique, singer Anju Brahmasmi, percussionist Attam Sarath, Sheetal Shyam and Raaga in pivotal roles. Jillam Peppare...
- 2/3/2021
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Mollywood The actor shared the news with her fans via Instagram.Tnm StaffMalayalam actor Ahaana Krishna tested positive for the coronavirus. The actor took to Instagram to share the news with her fans and added that she was tested positive a few days ago and has been quarantining since. “Tested positive for coronavirus a few days ago and have been in isolation enjoying my company more than ever since the past 2 days. Thankfully I have been perfectly healthy and hope to test negative soon. Will keep you posted,” she wrote, sharing a selfie of hers on her Instagram stories. Two weeks ago, the 25-year-old was filming for her for an upcoming Malayalam film directed by Prasobh Vijayan and bankrolled by Dulquer Salman’s Wafarer Films. The film’s cast includes Shine Tom Chacko and Dhruvan. Ahaana was also filming for Nanci Rani prior to this. Nanci Rani is directed by...
- 1/1/2021
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe actor-director duo have earlier worked together in ‘1983’ and ‘Action Hero Biju’.Digital NativeActor Nivin Pauly and director Abrid Shine are all set to team for the third time. The duo have earlier worked together in 1983 and Action Hero Biju. The yet to be titled film will be bankrolled by Nivin Pauly’s home banner Pauly Jr Pictures. Recently, there was a casting call from the filmmakers looking for newbies to play important roles in the film. There are reports that it might be a sequel to the film Action Hero Biju, in which Nivin played a police officer. However, the makers are yet to confirm it. It may be recalled that Anu Emmanuel played the female lead in Action Hero Biju with the rest of the cast including Suraj Venjaramoodu, Major Ravi and Joju George, among others. Made on a budget of Rs 3 crore, the film went on to...
- 11/30/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
DeathThe 48-year-old filmmaker passed away on Thursday at Thrissur’s Jubilee Mission hospital.Tnm StaffImage courtesy: Kochi Konnect/Facebook Writer-director Sachy was cremated with full state honours at the Ravipuram crematorium in Kochi on Friday. Apart from close relatives, several notable personalities from the Malayalam film fraternity attended the funeral. This includes actors Prithviraj, Kunjacko Boban, Suresh Krishna, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Mukesh, Lal, directors Ranjith, Lal Jose, Major Ravi and others. Sachy's body was placed at the Advocates' Chamber at the High Court Junction in Kochi. The writer-director who debuted as a script writer with the film Chocolate had practised criminal and constitutional law at the Kerala High Court in Kochi for eight years, prior to his entry in the film industry. Sachy teamed up with Sethunath and the two script writers delivered many hits including Chocolate, Robin Hood, Makeup Man, Seniors etc. They split with the film Doubles which failed...
- 6/20/2020
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
ReviewWhile it's magical to see the '90s stars share screen space with the younger duo of Dulquer and Kalyani, the script doesn't quite keep up.CrisWatching Shobana busily chop a carrot on the kitchen counter, sit at the edge of an autorickshaw and glance carelessly at the sky or simply look hurt, you realise how much you have missed watching the actor on screen. Director Anoop Sathyan’s debut film brings a lot of expected nostalgia with it. With three stars of the 1990s – Shobana, Suresh Gopi and Urvashi -- casually walking in and out of the scenes like they never left Malayalam cinema for years on stretch. But while the film tries to bring back the old world charm that Malayalam movie lovers keep lamenting about, it forgot a key ingredient – a script that could match the charm. The basics are almost right. It is a simple enough...
- 2/14/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
ReviewWhile it's magical to see the '90s stars share screen space with the younger duo of Dulquer and Kalyani, the script doesn't quite keep up.CrisWatching Shobana busily chop a carrot on the kitchen counter, sit at the edge of an autorickshaw and glance carelessly at the sky or simply look hurt, you realise how much you have missed watching the actor on screen. Director Anoop Sathyan’s debut film brings a lot of expected nostalgia with it. With three stars of the 1990s – Shobana, Suresh Gopi and Urvashi -- casually walking in and out of the scenes like they never left Malayalam cinema for years on stretch. But while the film tries to bring back the old world charm that Malayalam movie lovers keep lamenting about, it forgot a key ingredient – a script that could match the charm. The basics are almost right. It is a simple enough...
- 2/14/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodDirected by veteran director Sathyan Anthikad’s son Anoop Sathyan, the film has Kalyani Priyadarshan playing the lead opposite Dulquer.Digital NativeOn the eve of Pongal, Dulquer Salmaan took to social media to share a brand new poster from his upcoming release Varane Avashyamund. The Malayalam star tweeted: “Setting off on a super fun ride with @anoop_sathyan, Suresh Gopi sir, Shobhana Maam and @kalyanipriyan! #VaraneAavashyamund is a sweet and heartwarming film that will put a smile on your face.” Setting off on a super fun ride with @anoop_sathyan, Suresh Gopi sir, Shobhana Maam and @kalyanipriyan ! #VaraneAavashyamund is a sweet and heartwarming film that will put a smile on your face. @DQsWayfarerFilm #MStarCommunications pic.twitter.com/aj80RWu48d — dulquer salmaan (@dulQuer) January 14, 2020 The poster shows Dulquer and Kalyani in a relaxed pose on a stationary bike, both wearing sunglasses and smiling. Touted to be a family entertainer, the...
- 1/16/2020
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
ControversyThe Chairperson of the National Jury, Rahul Rawail, had claimed that 'Peranbu' had been rejected at the regional level itself.Sowmya RajendranMalayalam actor Mammootty's fans have been outraged by their star's exclusion from the 66th National Film Awards which were announced a few days ago. The actor's Tamil film Peranbu, directed by Ram, was considered by critics and audiences alike to be among his best performances. Mammootty played the father of a teenage girl with cerebral palsy in the film. Following the controversy and fan anger directed at the Central panel, Rahul Rawail, the chairperson of the National Jury had stated that Peranbu did not make the cut even at the regional level and that it was not in consideration at the national level. However, Major Ravi, who was part of the 11 member Central panel and was the chairman of the North panel, has claimed that Mammootty's performance was...
- 8/13/2019
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
KollywoodPrash will be making his debut as director with this Tamil-Telugu bilingual.Digital NativeActor Rahman is waiting eagerly for his upcoming Tamil-Telugu bilingual Operation Arapaima to hit the marquee. The shooting of this film has been wrapped up and it is into the post production mode. Reports are that Operation Arapaima is based on some real life incidents and will have the audiences glued to their seats. Prash will be making his debut as director with Operation Arapaima. Speaking about the film in an interview to the Cinema Express, Prash told, “I had previously worked in Coast Guard Aviation, and after retiring, I worked as an associate with many directors including Tk Rajeev Kumar and Major Ravi. This film is based on a 2012 inter-country operation against women and drug trafficking. Countries such as India, Australia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia were part of one of the biggest naval operations. Operation Arapaima...
- 8/6/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
IFFIMalayalam film 'Olu', directed by Shaji N Karun, will be the opening feature film of the Indian Panorama 2018.Tnm StaffA still from the film Pariyerum PerumalThe Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has announced the list of films that will be screened at the prestigious International Film Festival of India in Goa this year. With five Malayalam films, four Tamil films and one film each from Telugu and Tulu, the festival is set to screen a host of films from the southern states. According to a statement by the ministry, the Feature Film jury of 13 members was headed by director and screenwriter Rahul Rawail. Malayalam film Olu, directed by Shaji N Karun, will be the opening feature film of the Indian Panorama 2018. The jury comprised actor and filmmaker Major Ravi; director Agathiyan; director, producer and screenwriter Ujjwal Chatterjee; director Imo Singh; filmmaker Utpal Datta; director Sekhar Das; director and writer Mahendra Teredesai...
- 11/1/2018
- by Manasa
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is expected to release for Onam this year.Tnm StaffTwitter / Nivin PaulyOn Friday morning, Nivin Pauly unveiled the first look of his upcoming movie, Kayamkulam Kochunni on Twitter. Nivin sports a menacing look with short hair, moustache and a beefed up physique. He also has a knife in his hand and the warrior style costume looks quite impressive. The movie is based on the life of the famed highwayman from Kayamkulam who has been tagged as Robinhood. He was said to be active in central Travancore and was known for stealing from the bourgeoisie and giving it to the poor. Mohanlal will be seen in an extended cameo as Ithikkara Pakki, a robber contemporary to Kochunni. He will play the role of Kochunni’s mentor. For the role, Nivin took training in Kerala’s traditional martial arts Kalaripayattu, horse riding and also lost some weight. The first look of #KayamkulamKochunni is here! Thank you for the love & support! @Mohanlal | #RosshanAndrrews | #GokulamGopalan | #BobbySanjay | #BabuAntony | #GopiSunder | #BinodPradhan | #SreekarPrasad | #AntoJoseph | #SunnyWayne | @PriyaAnand pic.twitter.com/6cF4uhkoL8 Nivin Pauly (@NivinOfficial) July 6, 2018 The poster announced that the movie will be released during the Onam season of 2018 but the exact date is yet to be revealed by the team. It is directed by Rosshan Andrrews and bankrolled by Gokulam Gopalan under the banner of Sree Gokulan movies. It also stars Priya Anand, Priyanka Thimmesh, Sunny Wayne and Babu Antony. The cinematography is by Binod Pradhan. The film is scripted by the duo Bobby and Sanjay and edited by A. Sreekar Prasad. The movie is currently in post-production stage. According to Andrrews, the film will feature Kochunni’s life before and after his transition as a thief, his survival attempts, romance and social structure during his time. The movie carries the tag “most dangerous man” along with the title. Nivin was last seen in Hey Jude. He has several films in his kitty including Love Action Drama directed by Dhyan Sreenivasan in which he's starring opposite Nayanthara, Geetu Mohandas’ Moothon and Major Ravi’s romantic drama.
- 7/6/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe director is known for making military-oriented films with strong patriotic theme and this will be his first romantic tale.Digital NativeDigital NativeNews was already out that Major Ravi and Nivin Pauly will be teaming up for a film. The director, known for making military-oriented films with strong patriotic theme, will be directing a romantic tale for the first time in his career. A former army man, he has entrusted the script writing to Benny P Nayarambalam. The director’s last outing was 1971: Beyond Borders, which had Mohanlal in the lead role. He recently announced that he would be assisting director Priyadarshan in the making of Kunjali Marakkar which is due to go on to the floors later this year. On the Nivin Pauly project, he is reported to have told that it will commence after the star is done with Kayamkulam Kochunni, a film on the legendary Robin Hood style highwayman. The film is being directed Roshan Andrews and has Mohanlal making in an extended cameo. Major Ravi has said that Benny P Nayarambalam is currently busy penning the script for the film and it will go on to the floors once Nivin Pauly is done with the current assignments. Nivin Pauly and Major Ravi are teaming up for the first time and the director is trying his hands on a romantic tale for the first time in his career. All this has created a lot of expectations among the film buffs to know more about the project. Major Ravi, according to sources, will reveal the details about the star cast and crew in the coming days. He is currently busy researching for Kunjali Marakkar. Kunjali Marakkar is a title given to the Muslim Naval Chiefs at the Zamorin in the 16th century. Nivin Pauly’s last release was Hey Jude which did well at the box office. He is currently busy with the Geethu Mohandas directorial Moothon. The film’s second schedule began recently and Nivin Pauly has joined the sets. A bilingual made on Malayalam and Hindi, he plays the character Akbar in it. Nivin Pauly will be seen in a role in search of his long-lost older brother. The story had won the global filmmaking award at the Sundance Film Festival in 2016. (Content provided by Digital Native)...
- 5/30/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
MollywoodHe also revealed that his next project with Mohanlal will commence after this.Digital NativeDigital NativeDirector Major Ravi will be associating with veteran filmmaker Priyadarshan for his upcoming film with Mohanlal in the lead, Kunjali Marakkar. Confirming this through a social networking site, he wrote, "Priyardarshan is my Guru. So I will be joining him on the sets of 'Kunjali Marakkar' and assist him.” On his other film, he revealed, “My Mohanlal project will start after that. It will be a story set in a village. The memories of the film 'Aram Thamburan' is still afresh in the minds of many. So our film will be pitched along those lines. A couple of stories are in mind.” Stating that he is currently focused in the programs at the National Academy of Pre-Recruitment Training (Napt) for the Indian Army, Major Ravi revealed that he will be shifting his attention to films once he is done with it. It may be mentioned here that both Priyadarshan, as well as Santosh Sivan, had announced that they would be making a film on the legendary warrior Kunjali Marakkar. While Priyadarshan had roped in Mohanlal, Santosh Sivan will be working with Mammootty. According to the details available in Wikipedia, “The Kunhali Marakkar or Kunjali Marakkar was the title given to the Muslim naval chief of the Zamorin (Samoothiri), Hindu king of Calicut, in present-day state of Kerala, India during the 16th century.” Major Ravi, after serving in the Indian Army for well over two decades, shifted his focus to films. Apart from directing films such as Keerthi Chakra, Karma Yodha, Mission 90 Days, Kandahar, 1971: Beyond Borders, he had worked with top filmmakers and actors such as Priyadarshan, Rajkumar Santhoshi, Kamal Haasan, and Mani Ratnam. On the other hand, director Santosh Sivan is busy with his own version of Kunjali Marakkar. Reports are that the teaser of this film may be out for Eid this year. (Content provided by Digital Native)...
- 5/28/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film will be produced by Renji Panicker Entertainments.Digital NativeDigital NativeTovino Thomas is busy with a slew of films being added to his kitty. The star had recently wrapped up the Malayalam movie Theevandi and is looking to move over to his next assignment. Reports are that he has inked a deal to star in a Malayalam movie titled India. Though the titled has been announced, there are no other details about this project. Sources in the know say that the groundwork to get it on to the floors have begun and an official word about its commencement, star cast and crew will be out in a few days. India will be produced by Renji Panicker Entertainments. According to trade reports, the production house will be bankrolling three projects this year. Apart from India, it will also produce the Nivin Pauly starrer which will be directed by Major Ravi and the sequel to Lelam which will have Suresh Gopi as the lead star. Lelam, released in 1997, was a crime thriller that had Suresh Gopi in the lead role. It was written by Renji Panicker and directed by Joshly. Tovino’s last film release was Mayaanadhi, which opened to positive reviews late last year. While he has a number of Malayalam movies lined up for release and are in various stages of production, the actor will be making his debut in Tamil with the movie Abi & Anu and has been signed up to share the screen space with Dhanush in Maari 2. Some of his other movies lined up are Naam, Maradona, Aami, Oru Kuprasidha Payyan, Luka and Tick Tock. Having signed up India, Tovino has just added one more to his long list of upcoming project. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 15.0px; font: 12.8px Arial; color: #222222; -webkit-text-stroke: #222222; background-color: #ffffff} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 15.0px; font: 12.8px Arial; color: #222222; -webkit-text-stroke: #222222; background-color: #ffffff; min-height: 15.0px} span.s1 {font-kerning: none}...
- 1/18/2018
- by Editor
- The News Minute
Mumbai, Dec.16 – Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan along with south Indian superstar Mohan Lal promoted ‘Kandahar’, a Malayalam language film.
The film is written and directed by Major Ravi who was also present at the event, and jointly produced by Sunil C. Nair (under Zoe Estebe Moviez) and Mohan Lal (under Pranavam Arts International).
“It has been a wonderful experience working in this film. I have to give credit to Major Ravi and Mohan.
The film is written and directed by Major Ravi who was also present at the event, and jointly produced by Sunil C. Nair (under Zoe Estebe Moviez) and Mohan Lal (under Pranavam Arts International).
“It has been a wonderful experience working in this film. I have to give credit to Major Ravi and Mohan.
- 12/16/2010
- by News
- RealBollywood.com
Malayalam movie Kandahaar, which stars megastars Mohanlal and Amitabh Bachchan, is now all set to hit the theaters on this December 9.
The shooting of the movie is almost complete and fans of Mohanlal will have big expectations from this movie for the presence of two big stars. Kandahaar was shot at a very rapid speed in various rare locations of Mumbai, Pune and Dehradoon. It completed shooting within only 28 days, which was a record itself. It is a low budget movie and is likely to be a speedy thriller.
Ganesh Venkatram will also be seen in an important role in this movie, which will be distributed by MaxLab to 100 screens.
The movie revolves around a plane hijack and its consequences. The lead role of a Military officer will be played by Mohanlal and Big B will be essaying the role of a father of a victim.
Major Ravi is directing this movie,...
The shooting of the movie is almost complete and fans of Mohanlal will have big expectations from this movie for the presence of two big stars. Kandahaar was shot at a very rapid speed in various rare locations of Mumbai, Pune and Dehradoon. It completed shooting within only 28 days, which was a record itself. It is a low budget movie and is likely to be a speedy thriller.
Ganesh Venkatram will also be seen in an important role in this movie, which will be distributed by MaxLab to 100 screens.
The movie revolves around a plane hijack and its consequences. The lead role of a Military officer will be played by Mohanlal and Big B will be essaying the role of a father of a victim.
Major Ravi is directing this movie,...
- 10/4/2010
- by babul.shah@sampurn.com (Babul)
- TellyCafe
Very often most of the filmmakers watch the same DVD and try remaking it with their own style. It has happened with the special incidents as well where our directors are inspired to adapt them on screens. Say for instance, the horrific incident of 9/11 has become the most common theme of Bollywood as most of the movies are centered on the same concept.
In all likelihood, here comes an inspiration from ‘Kandahar Flight Hijack’ for both directors – Radha Mohan and Major Ravi. Both of them have been avidly making their own films based on the same concept.
Major Ravi’s multilingual film ‘Kandahar’ features Mohanlal in lead role along with Ganesh Venkataram and Bollywood actor Neil Nithin Mukesh in lead role and Superstar Amitabh Bachchan plays an important role. On the pars, Radha Mohan’s ‘Payanam’ will be made in Telugu titled as ‘Gangam’ with Nagarjuna in lead role. The...
In all likelihood, here comes an inspiration from ‘Kandahar Flight Hijack’ for both directors – Radha Mohan and Major Ravi. Both of them have been avidly making their own films based on the same concept.
Major Ravi’s multilingual film ‘Kandahar’ features Mohanlal in lead role along with Ganesh Venkataram and Bollywood actor Neil Nithin Mukesh in lead role and Superstar Amitabh Bachchan plays an important role. On the pars, Radha Mohan’s ‘Payanam’ will be made in Telugu titled as ‘Gangam’ with Nagarjuna in lead role. The...
- 7/22/2010
- by Editor
- KollywoodToday
‘It was a wonderful moment during these days of my stay in Ooty’ says Amitabh Bachchan, who chilled out shooting for his first south Indian project ‘Kandahar’. The film features Amitabh Bachchan along with South Indian superstar Mohan Lal in lead roles. The actor was present herein Ooty shooting for a 3-day schedule at Ooty. This juncture turned to be the most fantastic thing for most of the stars in Kollywood as they could meet him personally and click pictures with him.
Finally, the actor has left ahead tot Mumbai as he mentions that his visit to this wonderful place rekindled his nostalgic memories of the past as his shot most of his films over there and enjoyed his holidays along with his kids at the same place.
‘Kandahar’ is directed by Major Ravi and has Bollywood actor Neil Nithin Mukesh and ‘Unnai Pol Oruvan’ fame Ganesh Venkatraman in important characters.
Finally, the actor has left ahead tot Mumbai as he mentions that his visit to this wonderful place rekindled his nostalgic memories of the past as his shot most of his films over there and enjoyed his holidays along with his kids at the same place.
‘Kandahar’ is directed by Major Ravi and has Bollywood actor Neil Nithin Mukesh and ‘Unnai Pol Oruvan’ fame Ganesh Venkatraman in important characters.
- 7/5/2010
- by Editor
- KollywoodToday
Ganesh Venkatraman says that acting with Amitabh Bachchan in the film Kandahar is an unforgettable experience. While speaking to the media, he said,” I am donning the role of a commando. Amitabh Bachchan is donning the role of my father. He is a retired school teacher. He always advocates justice. I the son of him also follow his ideologies. My life changes after meeting the army major Mohanlal. What we both do is the rest of the story.
Major Ravi who is directing this film had worked in army. Because of this using his influence, he got the permission to shoot in the Wellington Army Academy and shot there. I cannot forget the experience working with Amitabh Bachchan.”
Amitabh Bachchan was here recently in Ooty to shoot the sequences involving him along with Mohan Lal and Ganesh Venkatraman. The film will be simultaneously released in Hindi, Malayalam and Tamil.
Major Ravi who is directing this film had worked in army. Because of this using his influence, he got the permission to shoot in the Wellington Army Academy and shot there. I cannot forget the experience working with Amitabh Bachchan.”
Amitabh Bachchan was here recently in Ooty to shoot the sequences involving him along with Mohan Lal and Ganesh Venkatraman. The film will be simultaneously released in Hindi, Malayalam and Tamil.
- 7/5/2010
- by Editor
- KollywoodToday
Music director Shamir Tandon can’t stop raving about Sonu Niigaam who hit the highest note ever for a patriotic track in the film Kandahar. Directed by retired army officer, Major Ravi, the trilingual project in Hindi, Tamil and Malayalam, toplines Amitabh Bachchan and Mohanlal.“The song in question is Naman hai.. and Sonu has hit the highest note in human vocal registry with an open-throat effort without singing falsetto,” explains Tandon. Technically, the last octave is the highest possible note that can be humanly hit. And it’s usually achieved while singing falsetto when the voice begins to ...
- 6/30/2010
- Hindustan Times - Cinema
Ganesh Venkataram had acted in Abhiyum Naanum and Unnai Pol Oruvan. Now he is acting in the film Muriyadi, directed by Selva. After this he will be donning the role of Amitabh’s son in the film Kandahar directed by Major Ravi. Ganesh while speaking about this said,”
This film is based on the Kandahar plane hijack. I am donning the role of Indian Army Commando. Amitabh is my father. Mohanlal is the person who recommended me for this role. The shooting of the film is to commence in the month of June. This film is being made in Tamil, Malayalam and Hindi languages. I think I will gain lot of experiences by acting with stalwarts like Amitabh and Mohanlal.”...
This film is based on the Kandahar plane hijack. I am donning the role of Indian Army Commando. Amitabh is my father. Mohanlal is the person who recommended me for this role. The shooting of the film is to commence in the month of June. This film is being made in Tamil, Malayalam and Hindi languages. I think I will gain lot of experiences by acting with stalwarts like Amitabh and Mohanlal.”...
- 5/25/2010
- by Editor
- KollywoodToday
After having debuted with the hardcore action flick Balwaan, almost two decades ago, Suniel Shetty went on to experiment in various genres right from romance, to comedy to socially relevant films. However, those fans who have been pining to see 'Anna' in an action role can finally smile as the actor is all ready to start his next film which is an action film. The film in question is a remake of the popular Malayalam film Keerthichakra and will be directed by Major Ravi (an ex-Indian Army Major). Major Ravi, who has been associated with directors like Priyadarshan and Rajkumar Santoshi in the past, had directed the original version starring Mohanlal which was a runaway success. Speaking about the film, Suniel says, "Yes... I am excited about doing an action film after a long while. The original version Keerthichakra was a huge success and I hope that the Hindi remake also does well.
- 3/31/2010
- by Nikhil Ramsubramaniam
- BollywoodHungama
After having debuted with the hardcore action flick Balwaan, almost two decades ago, Suniel Shetty went on to experiment in various genres right from romance, to comedy to socially relevant films. However, those fans who have been pining to see 'Anna' in an action role can finally smile as the actor is all ready to start his next film which is an action film. The film in question is a remake of the popular Malayalam film Keerthichakra and will be directed by Major Ravi (an ex-Indian Army Major). Major Ravi, who has been associated with directors like Priyadarshan and Rajkumar Santoshi in the past, had directed the original version starring Mohanlal which was a runaway success. Speaking about the film, Suniel says, "Yes... I am excited about doing an action film after a long while. The original version Keerthichakra was a huge success and I hope that the Hindi remake also does well.
- 3/31/2010
- by Nikhil Ramsubramaniam
- BollywoodHungama
Amitabh Bachchan will soon be starring in a Malayalam film, Kandahar. The story is based on the hijacking of an Indian Airlines flight in 1999 by five Pakistani militants. The flight was on its way from Kathmandu to New Delhi on Christmas Eve and the aircraft was forced to land in three different airports – Amritsar, Lahore and Dubai. With 186 passengers on board, the aircraft spent a week on the tarmac in Kandahar.
Mr Bachchan will play the role of the father of a passenger on the hijacked plane, while veteran actor, Mohanlal will play a commando.
Speaking to reporters about the upcoming project, director, Major Ravi, a former Nsg commando who previously directed two films also featuring Mohanlal, said that he has been trying to imagine how the two greats (Bachchan and Mohanlal) would be in a single frame. “It is a great feeling when I think of that,” he says.
Mr Bachchan will play the role of the father of a passenger on the hijacked plane, while veteran actor, Mohanlal will play a commando.
Speaking to reporters about the upcoming project, director, Major Ravi, a former Nsg commando who previously directed two films also featuring Mohanlal, said that he has been trying to imagine how the two greats (Bachchan and Mohanlal) would be in a single frame. “It is a great feeling when I think of that,” he says.
- 2/12/2010
- Bollyspice
An Indian aircraft was hijacked in the year 1999 to Kandahar in Afghanistan. This hijack was shocking news to the whole world. Now a Malayalam film is being made based on this real incident. The film is titled Kandahar. Major Ravi who is directing this film said,” The hijack of the Indian plane in 1999 created a big ripple throughout the world. I have planned to make a Malayalam film based on this incident. I have titled this film as Kandahar. Mohanlal and Amitabh Bachchan are acting in this film.The story discussion of this film was held in Cochin. Mohanlal and Amitabh Bachchan also participated in this discussion. Amitabh Bachchan liked this story very much and said that he is willing to act in this film. This is Amitabh’s first Malayalam film.
The shooting is likely to commence in the month of June, July or August according to the convenience of Amitabh.
The shooting is likely to commence in the month of June, July or August according to the convenience of Amitabh.
- 2/11/2010
- by Editor
- KollywoodToday
Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan will star with Mohanlal in a Malayalam film based on the hijack of an Indian Airlines flight to Kandahar in Afghanistan in 1999, the movie director Major Ravi said. The veteran actor held discussions in this regard with Mohanlal and Ravi here last night. Ravi told Pti that the story of the film, presently named Kandahar was narrated to Bachchan last night. "Bachchan ji was engrossed in the story and after hearing it said I am doing it," Ravi said. The shooting would begin by June, July or August this year as per ...
- 2/8/2010
- Hindustan Times - Cinema
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