Mohanlal to sport a special new look in Kayamkulam Kochunni

As we had reported recently, Mohanlal is currently in Mangalore shooting for his portions in the upcoming movie Kayamkulam Kochunni. The movie directed by Rosshan Andrewss has young star Nivin Pauly playing Kochunni while Mohanlal essays the role of Ithikara Pakki. Though Mohanlal’s is a brief role, the character has great prominence in the movie.

Kayamkulam Kochunni, scripted by Bobby-Sanjay is based on the life of famous highwayman Kochunni, who was active in 19th century in the Travancore region. Ithikara Pakki, the character being played by Mohanlal, was the first legendary Robin Hood of Kerala; he and Kochunni were contemporaries.

Scriptwriter Sanjay in a recent interview revealed that they have designed a new look for Mohanlal. He said, “Pakki’s characterization will require time consuming costume and make-up. We have given him a special look, taking into account the styles of the time.”

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

Kayamkulam Kochunni has noted South Indian actress Priya Anand playing 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.