Check out this mass avatar of Mohanlal as Ithikara Pakki

Social media is abuzz with Mohanlal’s photos from the sets of Kayamkulam Kochunni. The superstar is playing the role of ionic robber Ithikara Pakki in the movie. Director Roshan Andrews unveiled a stunning a new look of Mohanlal. The actor menacing new avatar has sent the fans into a frenzy mood. Mohanlal’s act as Ithikara Pakki promises to be a treat for his fans as well as the commoners.

The movie directed by Rosshan Andrewss has young star Nivin Pauly playing the lead role of Kayamkulam Kochunni. Sripted by the National award winning duo Bobby-Sanjay, this movie is based on the life of legendary highwayman Kochunni who was active in 19th century in the Travancore region. Ithikara Pakki, the character played by Mohanlal, was the first legendary Robin Hood of Kerala; he and Kochunni were contemporaries.

As per the makers, Mohanlal as Ithikara Pakki makes his appearance at a particular juncture in the story and has around 40 minutes’ screen time. Pakki was Kochunni’s contemporary and predecessor. It was Pakki who started the unique style of robbing, which was later continued by Kochunni. The role demanded someone of Mohanlal’s stature as it has immense scope for performance. His combination scenes with Nivin Pauly would be the movie’s major highlight.

Kayamkulam Kochunni has popular South Indian actress Priya Anand as the female lead. Sunny Wayne, Babu Antony and Kannada actress Priyanka Thimmesh are also part of the supporting cast. Gokulam Gopalan of Sri Gokulam Films is producing this big budget movie.