‘Kala’ and ‘The Priest’ cinematographer Akhil George joins CBI 5!

Pre-production works for ‘CBI 5’ is currently progressing. The makers are busy finalizing the cast and crew. While Mammootty reprises the lead role of CBI officer Sethurama Iyer, actors like Asha Sarath, Soubin Shahir, Mukesh, Sai Kumar and Renji Panicker are also confirmed in the cast.

On the technical front, Jakes Bejoy has been signed as the composer. The latest to wear hear is that camera will be cranked by Akhil George. He is best known for his works in films like ‘Kala’, ‘Iblis’ and ‘Forensic’. This will be Akhil’s second film with Mammootty after the recently released, ‘The Priest’. Critics had heaped praised on his work in the film.

‘CBI 5’ marks the reunion of the trio of Mammootty, script writer SN Swamy and director K Madhu. Veteran Swargachitra Appachan is making a comeback after a long gap by producing the film. The makers are planning to launch the film in August, on the auspicious day of Chingam 1.