ReviewThe script gives its female lead a very defined character, erasing the formula of keeping women in the background when big exchanges of words or actions happen between men.Watching the coy expressions on their faces on the eve of their wedding, it does not seem like Geetika and Sajeev had been lovers before their marriage. Theirs is more likely an arranged marriage, the way the families take care of the preparations even as the bride-to-be whispers under her blanket that she wishes there were no formalities like a reception or a temple function. Perhaps her wishes are about to come true. The wedding day, to say the least, does not go as planned. Adi, the film, shoots off with the cause of its title – a fight. It keeps the tension through the film, but somewhere along the way, Adi loses the conviction it seemed built with. It becomes more...
- 4/14/2023
- by Cris
- The News Minute
EntertainmentThe film is directed by Prasobh Vijayan and produced by Dulquer Salmaan's Wayfarer Films.Geetika and Sajeev are entering a new relationship, and they have problems. That much is clear from the trailer of Adi, a new Malayalam film slated to hit theatres on Friday, April 14. Packaged as a festive Vishu release, the film has Ahaana Krishna and Shine Tom Chacko playing Geetika and Sajeev alias Nandu. Adi is directed by Prasobh Vijayan and produced by Dulquer Salmaan's Wayfarer Films. The trailer begins with a register marriage and shows the relationship of the couple swinging from new romance to early hiccups, as one accuses the other of hiding things. Shine's character, with bruises on his face, is police-fearing and has friends he appears to be afraid of. The script is by Ratheesh Ravi who wrote the film Ishq, a movie that discussed moral policing. Adi's cinematography is by Faiz Siddik...
- 4/12/2023
- by Cris
- The News Minute
OpinionOnce upon a time, toxic love was extensively romanticised on screen. But today, with such narratives under scrutiny, there have been attempts to address the intricacies of toxic relationships.During an interaction for an interview, scriptwriter Sanjay (one half of the Sanjay-Bobby duo) spoke about how liberating it is to no longer see heroes slapping heroines in Malayalam cinema. There was a time when one ‘tight slap’ was mandatory in most films (especially family dramas) to ‘tame’ the heroine so that she would go back to complete the patriarchal happy family picture. But with the political correctness lens firmly fastened on films by social media, writers and filmmakers are thinking twice before sitting complacently on their conditioned belief systems. Once upon a time, love was extensively romanticised and lopsided on screen. There were many instances of toxic love being normalised, as well as celebrated, without question. But today, with such narratives under scrutiny,...
- 3/18/2023
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
MollywoodDirector Anuraj Manohar made his directorial debut with the hit 2019 film ‘Ishq’. Tnm StaffFacebook/ Anuraj Manohar, Nivin Pauly Actor Nivin Pauly took to social media on Sunday, November 28 to announce the title of his next film with director Anuraj Manohar. The upcoming film has been titled Shekhara Varma Rajavu. The script is penned by S Ranjith. Sharing the title poster, Nivin Pauly wrote: “Announcing our next #ShekharaVarmaRajavu Joining hands with director @anurajmanohar and writer @yes_ranjith. Rolling soon”. Anuraj made his directorial debut with the 2019 film Ishq. Written by Ratheesh Ravi, Ishq features Shane Nigam, Ann Sheetal and Shine Tom Chacko in pivotal roles. Nivin was last seen in the Malayalam film Kanakam Kamini Kalaham, which premiered on Over-the-top (Ott) platform Disney Plus Hotstar. The film is helmed by Android Kunjappan Ver 5.25 fame director Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval. Kanakam Kamini Kalaham features Grace Antony opposite Nivin, while the cast also includes Sudheesh,...
- 11/29/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe films include 'Marakkar Arabikadalinte Simham', 'Jallikattu', 'Virus', 'Kumbalangi Nights', 'Moothon', 'Sameer', 'Vasanthi', and 'Ishq' among others. Digital NativeThis is perhaps the golden era for the Malayalam film industry with 17 films entering the final screening process for the 67th National Film Awards in various categories. Grapevine has it that 17 Malayalam films including Marakkar Arabikadalinte Simham, Jallikattu, Virus, Kumbalangi Nights, Moothon, Sameer, Vasanthi, and Ishq, have been shortlisted for the final rounds. Marakkar Arabikadalinte Simham, which was censored in 2019, has Mohanlal playing the lead role with Priyadarshan directing it. It is a star-studded film that also has Suniel Shetty, Arjun Sarja, Siddique, Prabhu Deva, Sudeep, Prabhu, Madhu, Manju Warrier, Paresh Rawal, Keerthy Suresh, Kalyani Priyadarshan, Pranav Mohanlal, Suhasini Maniratnam, Nedumudi Venu, Ashok Selvan, and others in pivotal roles. The film’s technical crew includes cinematographer Tirru and editor Ms Ayyappan Nair. Ronnie Raphael...
- 1/30/2021
- by Luke
- The News Minute
MollywoodShine Tom Chacko and Ahaana Krishna play the lead in the film.Digital NativeWe reported a few days ago that Dulquer Salmaan’s fourth production venture has been successfully wrapped up. And now the first look and title of this entertainer have been unveiled. Titled as Adi, the first look of the film features its lead actors Shine Tom Chacko and Ahaana Krishna depicted in caricature effect. From the first look, we can infer that they play newlyweds and the story revolves on the incidents that happen in their lives. Prasobh Vijayan is the director of Adi with Ratheesh Ravi penning the script. Actor Dhruvan also plays an important role. The technical crew of this film includes Govind Vasantha to compose the tunes, Faayiz Siddik for cinematography, Stefy Xavier for costume designing, Subash Karun for art direction, and Ranjith R for make-up. On completing the shooting of this film in 50 days,...
- 1/4/2021
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe untitled film is directed by Prasobh Vijayan and scripted by Ratheesh Ravi. Digital NativeActor Dulquer Salmaan’s fourth production venture has been successfully wrapped up. Confirming this, the actor-turned-producer wrote on his social media page that the project has been successfully completed after a 50-day schedule in and around Ernakulam. Prasobh Vijayan is the director of this yet to be titled venture with Ratheesh Ravi penning the script. The film has Dhruvan, Shine Tom Chacko and Ahaana Krishna playing the lead roles. The technical crew of this film includes Govind Vasantha to compose the tunes, Faayiz Siddik for cinematography, Stefy Xavier for costume designing, Subash Karun for art direction, and Ranjith R for make-up. On completing the shooting of this film in 50 days, the film’s director Prasobh Vijayan had told in an interview to the New India Express that the team had taken all the measures against Covid-19 on location.
- 12/18/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThese unnerving scenes are sure to give you sleepless nights.Neelima MenonScreenshot: Disney+ HotstarIn this short list are some of the most psycho-esque moments in Malayalam cinema, captured and served to perfection. Dare we say winter is coming. It’s time to let the chill run down your spine. Some spoilers ahead! Mayaanadhi: In the climactic sequence of this Aashiq Abu directorial, written by Syam Pushkaran and Dileesh Nair, Mathan (Tovino Thomas) kneels near the riverside and the cops circle him. Despite foreseeing the event, as they take aim for an encounter shootout, we are still unprepared for when the bullet eventually knocks him down. Almost concurrently, it hits us like a bolt from the blue and the pain is as searing, physically and emotionally to the viewer. The next scene has Appu (Aishwarya Lekshmi) strolling into the night, peering over the shoulder for Mathan to run next to her.
- 11/20/2020
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
MollywoodSeveral rape-revenge dramas have come out, but these three recent films go beyond the usual narratives. Sowmya RajendranWomen who commit a sexual transgression on screen have usually been punished. They might be raped, killed or at the very least shamed and reformed — and the character would be considered to have “asked for it”. In the last decade, however, particularly after the Nirbhaya gangrape and murder case, the depiction of sexual violence on screen has undergone a vast change. A woman’s transgression is no longer considered a justification for sexual violence. From rape being used as a plot point for the hero to outrage about and the rape victim taking her own life unable to live with the “shame”, narratives now are placing women at the centre and reimagining victims as survivors. This has led to several rape-revenge dramas, including the latest Netflix film Bulbbul, produced by Anushka Sharma. These...
- 7/6/2020
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
MollywoodIn these new films, the challenges and conflicts between men are pushed to an extent that the absurdity becomes apparent to the audience.Sowmya RajendranIn recent times, Malayalam cinema has shown an interest in studying the male ego rather than celebrating it at face value as was the practice. Though the industry's ageing superstars continue to make bombastic films where "mass" is valued over the script, the younger generation is moving towards a brand of cinema that is exploring new shades to masculinity. Usually, a challenge between the hero and the villain is seen as an opportunity for the former to succeed and display his superiority over the latter. But in these new films, the challenges and conflicts are pushed to an extent that the absurdity becomes apparent to the audience. What's more, the actors who play the hero in most films, seem to be enjoying doing roles where the...
- 5/19/2020
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
KollywoodAnn Sheetal, who played the female lead in the original, has been signed up for the remake as well.Digital NativeMalayalam movie Ishq, that hit the marquee in 2019, turned out to be one of the biggest hits in Mollywood. This film starred Shane Nigam and Ann Sheetal in the lead roles and Shine Tom Chacko and Leona Lishoy played supporting roles. A complete romantic thriller, it was written by Ratheesh Ravi and directed by Anuraj Manohar. Ishq was produced by Mukesh R Mehta, Av Anoop and CV Sarathi under the banner Ava Productions. Following its success, Ishq is all set to be remade in Tamil. It is being reported that Kathir has been roped in to reprise the role done by Shane Nigam. Ann Sheetal, who played the female lead in the original, has been signed up for the remake as well. The Tamil version is said to be directed by Shiv Mohaa,...
- 2/5/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is directed by Prashob Vijayan, who also made Jayasurya’s ‘Captain’.Digital NativeThe Jayasurya starrer Anveshanam, directed by Prashob Vijayan, was originally scheduled to hit the marquee on November 1 last year but had to be postponed for various reasons. The film is now all set to release on January 31. The latest update is that Anveshanam has been censored and has come out with a clean U certificate. Shruti Ramachandran plays the female lead in Anveshanam. The film is bankrolled jointly by Mukesh R Mehta, Av Anoop and CV Sarathi under the banner of E4 Entertainment and Ava Productions. The technical crew of this film includes Francis Thomas for scripting, Ratheesh Ravi for dialogues, Appu Bhattathiri for editing, Jakes Bejoy for music and Vishnu Govind and Sree Sankar of Sound Factory for sound designing. Anveshanam will be a complete family thriller, according to its makers. While Anveshanam is ready...
- 1/29/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodShruti Ramachandran plays the female lead in the film, directed by Prashob Vijayan.Digital NativeThe Jayasurya starrer Anveshanam, directed by Prashob Vijayan, was originally scheduled to hit the marquee on November 1 but it was postponed for various reasons. Now it is understood that the film will be out at the theatres on January 31. The announcement came from the production house, E4 Entertainment. The film is bankrolled jointly by Mukesh R Mehta, Av Anoop and CV Sarathi under the banner of E4 Entertainment and Ava Productions. Anveshanam has Shruti Ramachandran playing the female lead. The technical crew of this film includes Francis Thomas for scripting, Ratheesh Ravi for dialogues, Appu Bhattathiri for editing, Jakes Bejoy for music and Vishnu Govind and Sree Sankar of Sound Factory for sound designing. Jayasurya has earlier revealed that the film is a family thriller. His character is called Aravind. The actor is working on his next film Vellam,...
- 1/4/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film, directed by Prashob Vijayan, will have Shruti Ramachandran playing the female lead. Digital NativeThe Jayasurya starrer Anveshanam, directed by Prashob Vijayan, is scheduled to hit the marquee on November 1. The film’s shooting has been wrapped up and the post-production is happening right now. Anveshanam has Shruti Ramachandran playing the female lead. The film is bankrolled jointly by Mukesh R Mehta, Av Anoop and CV Sarathi under the banner of E4 Entertainment and Ava Productions. The technical crew of this film includes Francis Thomas for scripting, Ratheesh Ravi for dialogues, Appu Bhattathiri for editing, Jakes Bejoy for music and Vishnu Govind and Sree Sankar of Sound Factory for sound designing. At the time of the release of the first look of the film, Jayasurya said that it is a family thriller. He also pointed out that cinematography is very important for this film and thanked the cameraman Sujith Vaassudev for his support.
- 9/18/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is directed by Prasobh Vijayan, who has earlier made the revenge thriller ‘Lilli’. Digital NativeJayasurya’s next film in the pipeline has been titled Anveshanam, meaning investigation, with a tagline: Truth is always bizarre. The actor posted the first look poster of this film on his social media and wrote: “Here is presenting the first look poster for my next with director Prashob Vijayan. Happy to introduce our debut scriptwriter Francis Thomas with this project! This was one of those projects where the cinematography is very crucial. Thank you Sujit Vasudev for your incredible support. Absolutely enjoyed working with this vibrant team. Presenting 'Anveshanam', a Family thriller. (sic)” The poster shows the actor looking out of what looks like an open window, that forms one of the many blue blocks of a building. It also says that the film is a September release. The film has Shruti Ramachandran...
- 7/26/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is directed by debutant Gireesh Nair, who has penned the story in association with Unni Malayil.Digital NativeThe Chemban Vinod Jose-starrer Puzhikkadakan is progressing well with the shooting happening at a brisk pace. According to sources from the film's camp Jayasurya will be playing an important cameo in this flick. The cameo role was so impressive that Jayasurya did not want to let it go, we hear from sources. Wielding the megaphone for Puzhikkadakan is debut director Gireesh Nair who has penned the story in association with Unni Malayil. The film’s screenplay and dialogues have been written by Shyal Satheesh and Hari Prasad Koleri. Dhanya Balakrishna is making her debut in the Malayalam film industry with Puzhikkadakan. Balu Varghese, Vijay Babu, Alencier Ley, Sudhi Koppa, and Mala Parvathy will appear in supporting roles. The film is bankrolled jointly by Evaab Productions and Maqtro Pictures. Jayasurya is currently...
- 7/24/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodRatheesh Raghunandan will be making his debut as director with the biopic and the scripting has been done by BT Anil Kumar and Kg Santosh.Digital NativeThere is going to be a biopic on legendary actor Sathyan and Jayasurya will be playing the lead. During the 48th death anniversary observation of the actor in Thiruvananthapuram, it was revealed that Vijay Babu’s Friday Film House will be bankrolling the venture. Ratheesh Raghunandan will be making his debut as director with this biopic and the scripting has been done by BT Anil Kumar and Kg Santosh. Kg Santhosh in an interview to the New Indian Express recalled, “My father used to be a police officer in Alappuzha. For him and many others, Sathyan is still alive—not as the actor, but as the police inspector who once worked in Alappuzha.” On getting Jayasurya on board this project, he said, “Jayasurya was...
- 6/19/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodWelding the megaphone for 'Ishq' was debutant director Anuraj Manohar and the film was scripted by Ratheesh Ravi. Digital NativeDigital NativeThe Shane Nigam starrer Ishq had hit the silver screens and is doing well at the box office. The film has been receiving praise not only from the movie buffs but from the film fraternity as well. The latest to shower praises on Ishq is actor Sunny Wayne. He had posted on his social media page: “Enjoyed watching #Ishq. Congrats to each and every one who associated with such a superb film. And dear shine Tom chackoo u were fantastic as Alwyn!” Welding the megaphone for Ishq was debutant director Anuraj Manohar and the film was scripted by Ratheesh Ravi. Shane Nigam and Ann Sheetal played the lead roles in it with Shine Tom Chacko, Jaffer Idukki and Leona Lishoy in pivotal roles. Ishq was bankrolled by Mukesh R Mehta,...
- 5/30/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe movie which begins promisingly enough, becomes a drag after a point and the issue of moral policing that it deals with is not handled well.CrisIt is almost like a disclaimer, the way the tagline rolls after the title of the movie: Ishq, ‘not a love story’. Do not worry, audience, we will not bore you with another boy-girl romance. So you know even as the movie begins with the all-too-real phone romance between Sachi (Shane Nigam) and Vasudha (Ann Sheetal), it is not going to last. You wait for something to go wrong. And when it does, the expectations you’d have built up till then – because there was a nice flow to the scenes so far – fall, one by one. Ishq may have tried to touch upon the real social problem of moral policing in the state, but the way it chooses to handle the problem is really wrong.
- 5/17/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodIt will be a Thrissur-based mass film, divided into several chapters, each named after the various stages of the pooram.Digital NativeActor Jayasurya and producer Vijay Babu of Friday Film House will be associating for the film Thrissur Pooram. They have earlier collaborated for Aadu and Aadu 2. This time around it is an action entertainer that will have Jayasurya in a serious role. On the film, Vijay Babu has said to Cinema Express, “It's a Thrissur-based mass film. It's divided into several chapters, each named after the various stages of the pooram, such as Kodiyettam and Vedikettu. It's an attempt to deliver a different kind of mass film and do justice to this genre. It will have all the ingredients necessary for an entertainer.” Wielding the megaphone for this venture is debutant director Rajesh Mohanan and the story and screenplay are by music composer Ratheesh Vega. Ratheesh spoke about it to Cinema Express.
- 5/14/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film will have Shruti Ramachandran playing the female lead.Digital NativeJayasurya’s next film in the pipeline will be with director Prasobh Vijayan of Lilli fame. The film will have Shruti Ramachandran playing the female lead and will be bankrolled jointly by Mukesh R Mehta, Av Anoop and CV Sarathi under the banner of E4 Entertainment. The official pooja ceremony has been done and the film is on the floors. The technical crew of this film includes Francis Thomas for scripting, Ratheesh Ravi for dialogues, Anarsha for camera work, Jakes Bejoy for music and Vishnu Govind and Sree Sankar of Sound Factory for sound designing. It may be noted here that Prasobh Vijayan’s Lilli was a revenge thriller, written and directed by him. It was produced by Mukesh R Mehta and CV Sarathi under the banner E4 Experiments and distributed by E4 Entertainment. Incidentally, the same producers are...
- 3/31/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
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