Manju Warrier’s Aami slated for a Chirstmas release!

Director Kamal’s Aami, a biopic on the life of writer Kamala Surayya is a much awaited film. Manju Warrier plays the late revolutionary writer in the movie. Shoot for the movie has been progressing in multiple schedules in Kerala, Kolkata and some other parts of North India. The final schedule of shoot will kick-start in November and the makers are planning to release it in December.

Manju Warrier is playing Kamala Surraya’s role in the film, which also stars Murali Gopy and Anoop Menon in prominent roles. Murali Gopy plays the role of Manju’s husband and Anoop Menon is essaying the role of Zaheer Ali in the movie. It is reportedly a very challenging character and the actor is excited to pull off such a plum role.

Aami was in the news ever since it was announced by the director. Bollywood actress Vidya Balan was initially cast for the titular role but she opted out at the last moment owing to some creative differences with the director. Though there were talks about Vidya walking out due to political pressure, the actress maintained that it was purely based on professional reasons.

When Manju Warrier’s name was announced, a section of social media users threatened her not to play the role of such a controversial personality. Kamal Surraya aka Madhavikutty’s life was marred by several controversies. She revolutionized writings with her honest treatment of female sexuality and infused her writing with power and bold themes.

Aami is being produced by P T Rafel and Roban Rocha on a budget of 5 Crores.M Jayachandran and Thoufeeq Quershi are handling the music director. Veteran Sreekar Prasad is the editor and Oscar award winning sound designer Resul Pookkutty is also part of the technical team.