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Fahadh Faasil and Mahesh Narayanan team up for an experimental project which will be shot on iPhone

Vignesh Madhu
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Fahadh Faasil and Mahesh Narayanan team up for an experimental project which will be shot on iPhone

Fahadh Faasil and Mahesh Narayanan team up for an experimental project which will be shot on iPhone

Last day, we had reported about Fahadh Faasil joining hands with director Mahesh Narayanan for a new project. We hear that it is not a full-fledged film but an experimental project that will be shot with limited resources. Apparently, there won’t be a big crew during the making as they are planning to shoot on iPhone. Fahadh Faasil’s own residence is the major location. The actor is also producing the project. The team will be adhering to all the safety protocols laid by the health department and the government.

When news first broke that Fahadh and Mahesh Narayanan are planning to start a new project, few members of producers association had strongly opposed it. Earlier, it wad decided that films that began shoot before lockdown should be completed first. Later, the issue was resolved when when it was informed that they are attempting an experimental project with a duration of just around 1 hour.

FEFKA general secretary B Unnikrishnan is of the opinion that such projects should be supported as the future of cinema in the post-Corona world is still uncertain.

Rima Kallingal and Sharafudheen to star in Haagar

Vignesh Madhu
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Rima Kallingal and Sharafudheen to star in Haagar

Rima Kallingal and Sharafudheen to star in Haagar

Even though the Covid-19 scare is still looming large, Malayalam film industry is gradually limping back to its old self. A couple of film shoots have already begun. Aashiq Abu has now announced his banner OPM’s latest venture. Titled as ‘Haagar’, the film will have Rima Kallingal and Sharafudheen in the lead roles. Harshad, the scriptwriter of ‘Unda’, will be making his directorial debut with this film.

Harshad has scripted ‘Haagar’ along with Rajesh Ravi. The film also marks the debut of Aashiq Abu as a cinematographer. Saiju Sreedharan will be handling the edits and the duo of Neha Nair and Yakzan Gary Pereira will be composing the music. Muhsin Parari will be penning the song lyrics. Production designer Jyothish Shankar, costume designer Sameera Saneesh and make up artist Ronex Xavier are also part of the technical team.

Shoot for ‘Haagar’ will begin on July 5 in Kochi. The team will proceed with the shoot following all safety protocols recommended by the government.

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Brigand: Sachy had planned to make a multi-starrer with Mammootty, Prithviraj, Biju Menon, Tovino and Asif Ali

Vignesh Madhu
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Brigand: Sachy had planned to make a multi-starrer with Mammootty, Prithviraj, Biju Menon, Tovino and Asif Ali

Brigand: Sachy had planned to make a multi-starrer with Mammootty, Prithviraj, Biju Menon, Tovino and Asif Ali

Malayalam film industry is slowly coming to terms with the unfortunate demise of writer-director Sachy. The 48-year-old passed away last Thursday after suffering a cardiac arrest. Almost all the actors and technicians from the industry mourned his passing away. Sachy’s demise comes at a time when he was at the prime form of his career. After delivering back to back superhits in ‘Driving Licence’ and ‘Ayyappanum Koshiyum’, Sachy had promised to deliver much more. He had already committed for several big projects.

Last day, in a heartfelt tribute note written by production controller Badusha, it was mentioned that Sachy was planning to make a huge multi-starrer. During the making of ‘Ayyappanum Koshiyum’ in December, Sachy had asked Badusha to register a title named, ‘Brigand’. It was for a film he was planning to make with Mammootty, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Biju Menon, Tovino Thomas and Asif Ali. It is terribly unfortunate that his untimely passing away has denied Malayali film lovers a chance to witness all these stars together on screen.

Sachy was also working on a script, which was supposed to be the directorial debut of his assistant Jayan Nambiar. Prithviraj had agreed to play the lead role in that film. Apart from that, Sachy was also set to direct a film with Biju Menon. He left for the heavenly abode without being able to materialize many such projects and leaving behind more compelling stories.

South Indian actor Usha Rani passes away

Vignesh Madhu
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South Indian actor Usha Rani passes away

South Indian actor Usha Rani passes away

Veteran South Indian actress Usha Rani has passed away. The 62 year old had been admitted in a private hospital in Chennai for the past one week. Final rites will be performed today evening at Chennai. In her long acting career, Usha has acted in over 200 films in Malayalam, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada and Telugu languages.

Usha Rani made her debut as a child artist with the film ‘Newspaper Boy’ in 1955. As a child actor alone, she has done around 30 films. She has acted with top actors of Tamil cinema like Kamal Haasan, J Jayalalithaa, Sivaji Ganesan and MGR. In Malayalam, she did notable roles in films like ‘Aham’, ‘Ekalavyan’, ‘Mazhayethum Munbe’, ‘Thenkasipattanam’, ‘Millenium Stars’, ‘Kanmadam’, ‘Hitler’, ‘Amma Ammayiyamma’ etc. Jayaram starrer ‘Mayilattam’ was her last outing in Malayalam.

Usha Rani was the wife of late filmmaker N Sankaran Nair. She has a some named Vishnu Sankaran Nair.

Watch: Ashwin Kumar grooves to Vaathi Coming on treadmill

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Watch: Ashwin Kumar grooves to Vaathi Coming on treadmill

Watch: Ashwin Kumar grooves to Vaathi Coming on treadmill

Actor Ashwin Kumar’s treadmill dance for ‘Annathe Aadurar’ song from the film ‘Apoorva Sahodharangal’ had recently gone viral across social medias. Ashwin got the vintage Kamal Haasan’s mannerisms spot on while dancing on a treadmill. The video was shared by many top celebrities including the legend Kamal himself. Impressed by Ashwin’s efforts, the Ulaganayagan had tweeted the video and remarked that it felt like one of the greatest tributes he has got. He also added that he is proud of Ashwin like a father would be of his son. He concluded with best wishes for his next generation to go beyond his benchmarks.

Meanwhile, upon popular demand from his followers, Ashwin is back with a new treadmill dance video. This time it is the trending ‘Vaathi Coming’ song from Thalapathy Vijay’s ‘Master’. In an all black look, Ashwin is seen dancing gracefully while also trying to recreate some of Vijay’s cute mannerisms.

Ever since the album release of ‘Master’, the track ‘Vaathi Coming’ has become quite a rage. The song has found huge acceptance especially among kids and youngsters. Thanks to the minimal yet quirky lyrics penned by Ka Ka Balachander and Anirudh Ravichander’s terrific beats, the song instantly lifts up the mood. It is most likely to be Vijay’s introduction song in the film.

After Malik, Fahadh Faasil and Mahesh Narayanan reunite for See You Soon; Shoot set to begin shortly

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After Malik, Fahadh Faasil and Mahesh Narayanan reunite for See You Soon; Shoot set to begin shortly

After Malik, Fahadh Faasil and Mahesh Narayanan reunite for See You Soon; Shoot set to begin shortly

Malayalam film industry seems to be slowly getting back to normalcy. Lal-Jr Lal combo’s ‘Tsunami’ shoot was resumed only a couple of days back. Now we hear that Fahadh Faasil and Mahesh are planning to start shoot of their new film. Titled as ‘See You Soon’, this film marks the reunion of the actor-director duo after ‘Take Off’ and ‘Malik’. If what we hear is true, the makers are planning to start shooting from tomorrow in Kochi. Fahadh himself is producing the film.

Meanwhile, producers association have strongly opposed the decision to start shooting of a new film. Apparently, it was earlier decided that films that began shoot before lockdown should be completed first. It is said that the producers council have called for boycotting the film and denying it a theatrical release. An amicable solution is expected to made soon.

Fahadh-Mahesh Narayanan combo’s ‘Malik’ was supposed to release in April during the Vishu season. It is a very ambitious big-budget film that is still highly anticipated by the Malayali audience.

Karthi and Parthiban were Sachy’s choices for Ayyappanum Koshiyum Tamil remake!

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Karthi and Parthiban were Sachy’s choices for Ayyappanum Koshiyum Tamil remake!

Karthi and Parthiban were Sachy’s choices for Ayyappanum Koshiyum Tamil remake!

Malayalam filmmaker Sachy passed away on Thursday leaving behind untold stories. In a career spanning 13 years, Sachy hit the peak with his last release ‘Ayyappanum Koshiyum’. The Prithviraj-Biju Menon starrer was a huge success, both critically and commercially. The film is now hot in the remake circles and reports suggest that rights have already been sold for the Tamil, Telugu and Hindi versions.

There has been lots of speculations about the lead actors in the remake versions. During an interview with Manorama right after the release of ‘Ayyappanum Koshiyum’, Sachy was once asked about his choice of actors if the film was remade in Tamil and Hindi. For Tamil, he chose Karthi and Parthiban, while he preferred John Abraham and Nana Patekar in Hindi.

Interestingly, actor Parthiban has posted a screenshot of the news in his Twitter handle. He has tweeted that many had told him that the character played by Biju Menon in the film would suit him. Though he felt happy that Sachy had him in his mind, he was also upset with the director’s unfortunate demise. Parthiban added that he will be watching the film soon and that he would try to fulfill Sachy’s desire. He also sought support from Malayalam film industry to let that happen.

S Kathiresan, who has produced acclaimed films like ‘Aadukalam’ and ‘Jigarthanda’ acquired the Tamil remake rights of ‘Ayyappanum Koshiyum’. Sasikumar is most likely to play one of the leads. An official announcement with full details regarding the cast and crew is expected to be made soon.

Keerthy Suresh to pair with Mahesh Babu in Sarkaru Vaari Paata

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Keerthy Suresh to pair with Mahesh Babu in Sarkaru Vaari Paata

Keerthy Suresh to pair with Mahesh Babu in Sarkaru Vaari Paata

Keerthy Suresh has been getting several big projects of late. Most recently, she has signed a film with Telugu superstar Mahesh Babu. This is the first time the two stars will be working together. Titled as ‘Sarkaru Vaari Paata’, the film will be directed by Parasuram. Mythri Movie Makers, 14 Reels and GMB Entertainment will be jointly producing the film. Shoot will begin soon after the Corona crisis is over.

Keerthy Suresh has some other exciting projects coming up. Last day, her first solo-lead film ‘Penguin’ had its premiere directly in Amazon Prime. The film directed by debutant Eshvar Karthic has been released in Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam languages. While the film is getting mixed reviews, Keerthy’s performance in it is getting unanimous appreciation.

Apart from that, the ‘Mahanati’ star also a handful of other promising projects like ‘Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham’, ‘Miss India’, ‘Annatthe’, ‘Good luck Sakhi’, and ‘Range De’.

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Prithviraj pens a heartfelt note remembering Sachy

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Prithviraj pens a heartfelt note remembering Sachy

Prithviraj pens a heartfelt note remembering Sachy

The whole of Malayalam film industry is mourning the death of Sachy. The filmmaker left for the heavenly abode when he was at the peak of his career and that is even more heartbreaking. Some close friends from within the industry attended the funeral last day. Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran, who was a dear friend of Sachy and a frequent collaborator, was visibly shattered as he paid his last respects. He later took to his social media handle to share a very emotional, heartfelt note, which reads,

Sachy..
There has been a lot of messages. And the odd calls that I’ve attended. Asking me how I’m holding up. Consoling me. I guess people who know you and me..know us as well. But there’s one thing most of them told me that I had to silently refute. That you “Went on a high!”. As someone who knew all your ideas and dreams..I know Ayyappanum Koshiyum was not your “high”. It was the beginning that you always wanted. Your entire filmography was a journey to get to this point, from where you would unleash. I know.
So many untold stories. So many unfulfilled dreams. So many late night narrations on Watsapp voice messages. So many phone calls. We made this grand plan. For the years ahead. You and I. And then you left. I don’t know if you have confided in anybody else on your vision for cinema and how you foresee your filmography to be in the coming years. But you have in me. And I know that the next 25 years of mainstream Malayalam cinema and the rest of my career would have looked a lot different if you were around. But forget cinema. I’d trade all of those dreams just to have you around. Just to get one of those voice notes again. Just for that next phone call. You used to tell me that we’re alike. We are. But I hope right now..you feel a lot different than I do. Because grief of this magnitude last hit me in another June, 23 years ago. It has been a privilege knowing you Sachy. A part of me went with you today. And remembering you from now on..will be remembering that part of me as well. Rest well brother…Rest well genius. See you on the other side. You still haven’t told me the climax to the sandalwood story.

Arjun Ashokan’s look from Ajagajantharam revealed

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Arjun Ashokan’s look from Ajagajantharam revealed

Arjun Ashokan’s look from Ajagajantharam revealed

After the success of ‘Swathanthryam Ardharthriyil’, director Tinu Pappachan is reuniting with Antony Varghese for a new film titled ‘Ajagajantharam’ has been released online. Said to be an action-packed film, the film also has Arjun Ashokan in a major role. Last day, the makers revealed his character look from the film. The youngster looks fierce and intense in this new look and it seems like he is playing a grey-shaded character in the film.

Arjun has already proven his caliber with solid performances in films like ‘Parava’, ‘B Tech’, ‘Varathan’, ‘June’ and ‘Unda’. He currently has a long line up of his films in his kitty, which includes a couple as a lead actor. With ‘Ajagajantharam’, which is loaded with realistic action sequences, we can expect to see another powerful perfomance from him.

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The film is scripted by ‘Angamaly Diaries’ (AD) actors Vineeth Viswam and Kichu Tellus. We hear that the film is set in the backdrop of a temple festival. The makers consider themselves lucky as they could manage to finish the shoot before the Corona outbreak. They are currently busy with the post-production works and are patiently waiting to see how and when things get back to normalcy.

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