Marakkar Arabikalinte Simham crew offer prayers to the slain jawans in Pulwama terror attack
The horrific terror attack in the Pulwama district of Jammu and Kashmir has sent shock waves across India. Citizens from all walks of the society have come together in condemning the cowardly attack and seeking justice for the 40 CRPF personnel who lost their lives.
Film personalities from industries across the country have also expressed their shock and shared the grief with the friends and family of the martyred soldiers.
The crew of ‘Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham’ offered an one minute silence to pray for the departed souls. Director Priyadarshan, producer Antony Perumbavoor, actors Mohanlal, Arjun, Baburaj, Nedumudi Venu, Hareesh Perady, Suniel Shetty, Nandh, Mukesh, Ganesh Kumar and many others were present.
Earlier, Mohanlal had written a brief post in his official Facebook handle, which reads,
My heart skips a beat with sorrow, every time I think of the martyred Jawans’ families. Let’s pray for their emotional resilience and stay united with them during this moment of grief.
It’s a wrap for Madura Raja after 116 days of shoot
Mammootty’s Madura Raja is unarguably one of the most awaited movies of the year. The Vysakh directorial has megastar Mammootty reprising his character from the 2010 blockbuster film, ‘Pokkiri Raja’. Udhayakrishna, who wrote the original along with Sibi K Thomas, has scripted this one independently. Shoot for the movie was recently wrapped up. The team shot together for 116 days. They also had a pack up party where the audio and motion poster was released.
Madura Raja Motion Poster And Audio Launch Stills
‘Madura Raja’ has sky-high expectations majorly due to the fact that Vysakh-Udhayakrishna team’s last film ‘Pulimurugan’ emerged as a record breaking blockbuster. Mammootty fans are hoping that the duo can repeat the success this time as well. Almost the same technical team from ‘Pulimurugan’ has been retained in ‘Madura Raja’ as well, which includes cinematographer Shaji Kumar, music director Gopi Sunder, action choreographer Peter Hein and editor Johnkutty.
Madura Raja Motion Poster And Audio Launch StillsMadura Raja Motion Poster And Audio Launch Stills
‘Madura Raja’ also has an elaborate star cast comprising of four female leads in Anusree, Shamna Kasim, Anna Reshma and Mahima Nambiar. Sunny Leone has also performed a special dance number in the movie along with Mammootty. Tamil actor Jai is making his Malayalam debut by playing a prominent role. Jagapathi Babu will be seen as the villian.
Madura Raja Motion Poster And Audio Launch Stills
Nelson Ipe is producing ‘Madura Raja’, which is scheduled for a grand Vishu release in April.
Dileep starrer Kodathi Samaksham Balan Vakeel has been censored with a clean U certificate. With the censor clearance, the movie is now all set for release on February 21. Written and directed by B Unnikrishnan, Kodathi Samaksham Balan Vakeel has Dileep playing an advocate. Mamta Mohandas and Priya Anand play the female leads. Others in the cast include Suraj Venjaramoodu, Aju Varghese, ‘Kalakeya’ Prabhakar, Bindu Panicker and Siddique.
Expectations are on the higher side for the movie as it is supposedly different from the kind of comedy entertainers that Dileep is known for. The movie has him playing the role of an advocate who has a stuttering problem. It is said to be a very challenging role and fans are excited to see the star’s performance.
The promos have all been impressive with good response to the trailer and the recently released songs. The movie has four songs in total, two each by composers Gopi Sunder and Rahul Raj. Bollywood production giant Viacom 18 Motion Pictures is making their entry to Malayalam industry with this movie.
Kannada superstar Kichcha Sudeep also part of Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham?
Priyadarshan’s upcoming biggie ‘Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham’ already has a star studded cast lead by Mohanlal. The period flick based on the life of Kunjali Marakkar has actors from various industries across the country. Suniel Shetty, Arjun Sarja, Pranav Mohanlal, Keerthy Suresh, Kalyani Priyadarshan, Prabhu, Ashok Selvan, and Manju Warrier are already confirmed in the cast. If reports are to be believed, latest to join the team is Kannada superstar Kichcha Sudeep.
Last day, Sudeep was seen in the sets of ‘Marakkar’ shoot at Ramoji Rao Film City, Hyderabad. Location stills have gone viral in social medias which has led to speculations. If Sudeep is indeed acting in the film, it marks his debut in Malayalam. The actor is hugely popular across the South, so his presence will be an added attraction for a film like this.
‘Marakkar’ is said to be one of the most expensive movies ever made in Malayalam cinema. Mohanlal’s Aashirvad Cinemas, Confident Group and Moonshot Entertainment are jointly producing the movie.
Joshiy’s next with Joju George titled as ‘Porinchu Mariam Jose’
After a brief hiatus, veteran filmmaker Joshiy is all set to make a comeback. His new film starring Joju George in the lead has been titled as ‘Porinchu Marian Jose’. Manju Warrier was supposed to do the female lead, but the actress opted out due to her date issues. The makers have now got Nyla Usha to play the female lead. Abilash N Chandran is scripting the movie, which is reportedly a Trissur based family drama cum thriller.
Chemban Vinod Jose and Innocent are also playing prominent roles in the movie. In the technical front, Ajai David Kachappilly will be cranking the camera and music is by Jakes Bejoy of ‘Ranam’ and ‘Queen’ fame. Shyam Shashidharan will be handling the edits.
Rejimon is producing the movie. David Kachappilly Movies will be presenting it in association with Kirthana Movies. As per trustworthy reports, the makers have planned to start shooting from February 10 in Trissur.
Antony Varghese to reunite with ‘Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil’ director Tinu Pappachan
Antony Varghese starrer ‘Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil’ has to be one of the action thrillers in Malayalam cinema in recent years. The movie directed by Tinu Pappachan, a long time associate of Lijo Jose Pellissery, was the first full-length jail break thriller in Malayalam. As per our sources within the industry, the same team is now set to reunite. Tinu’s next will also have Antony in the lead. Chemban Vinod Jose, who played a crucial role in ‘Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil’ is a part of this upcoming film as well.
Last day, a casting call seeking female actors was shared in Antony’s Facebook page. The makers are on the look for a newcomer between the age group of 20-28 to play the female lead. Thrivikraman Santhosh Kumar is producing the movie. Lijo Jose and Chemban are also associated with the production. Official announcement is expected to be made shortly.
Antony will be next seen in Lijo Jose’s ‘Jallikkattu’, which is also said to be an action-packed flick. The movie is based on S Hareesh’s short story ‘Maoist’, which discusses about the Maoist situation and a person’s right to freedom, from the point of view of two buffaloes.
Mohanlal to unveil the title of Fahadh Faasil-Sai Pallavi film
We had earlier reported about Fahadh Faasil and Sai Pallavi teaming up for a romantic thriller. The movie is directed by debutant Vivek. Shoot for the movie has already been completed and its title will be launched today by superstar Mohanlal through his official social media handle. The title poster will be shared today by 7 PM.
Fahadh Faasil and Sai Pallavi are coming together for the first time, so their on-screen chemistry is something cinephiles are eagerly looking forward to. National award winner PF Mathews, who last penned the widely acclaimed ‘Ee Maa Yau’, has scripted this movie. Along with Fahadh and Sai Pallavi, the movie also has an elaborate supporting cast comprising of seasoned actors like Prakash Raj, Atul Kulkarni, Shanthi Krishna, Renji Panicker, Sudev Nair, Surabhi Lakshmi and Lena.
The movie was shot extensively in Ootty. All this while, the makers had kept utmost secrecy about the proceedings revealing very little details, which has naturally raised the curiosity among the audience.
Here’s Ajith and Priyadarshan from the sets of Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham
Shoot for director Priyadarshan’s upcoming biggie ‘Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham’ is currently progressing at Ramoji Rao Film City, Hyderabad. The movie starring Mohanlal in the lead has a huge star studded cast and crew. The makers are investing around Rs 100 crores on the movie, which is said to be the most expensive project till date in Malayalam Cinema. Major portions are being shot inside massive sets erected in the film city.
Last day, the crew had a high profile guest on sets. Tamil superstar Ajith, who is also in the film city for shoot, visited the sets of Marakkar and spent some time with director Priyadarshan and other crew members. Ajith’s photos from Marakkar location spread virally across social medias triggering speculations about him acting in the film, but it has been learnt that it was just a casual visit. Fans are now eagerly waiting for a photo of the two ‘thalas’ together – Ajith and Mohanlal.
Thala Ajith At Marakkar Location
Ajith landed in the film city recently for the shoot of his upcoming film directed by H Vinoth of ‘Theeran’ fame. The film tentatively titled as AK 59 is the official remake of acclaimed Hindi film, ‘Pink’. Along with Ajith, the movie also stars Vidya Balan, Shraddha Srinath, Abhirami Venkatachalam, Andrea Tariang and Sujith Shankar. Bollywood producer Boney Kapoor, husband of late actress Sridevi, is entering K-Town by producing this movie.
June Review: Rajisha and Ifthi’s music are the major highlights in this coming-of-age story
A coming-of-age story from a girl’s perspective is always a refreshing concept, given how male dominant the industry is. Jude Anthany Joseph’s ‘Om Shanti Oshana’ was probably the last such film that worked, both with the critics and masses. A bunch of newcomers have now come up with ‘June’, which follows the journey of a girl from her teenage to her mid 20s. Rajisha Vijayan plays the titular role in the movie Rajisha’s debut in cinema was a stuff of dreams. She started off her career by bagging the prestigious Kerala State Award for best actress for her endearing performance in ‘Anuraga Karikkin Vellam’. But she could not continue the form in her following films. From the promos, June promised to be a role that could do justice to her potential. Let’s see how it has eventually turned out to be.
The movie directed by Ahammed Khabeer is centred around June Sara John. The narrative starts from her higher secondary days. She falls in love with Noel but just like every other teenage love story it is doesn’t go forward. Post her schooling, June enrolls herself in a college where she always wanted to study but isn’t able to move on from her past relationship. ‘June’, the movie follows her various relationships and how it finally ends with happily ever after marriage.
June Review Report Hit Or Flop
To put things clear, debutant Ifthi’s music and Rajisha’s performance are the major highlights in ‘June’. Rajisha, who appears in various looks, is very authentic and I can easily say that her efforts have not gone in vain. Sarjano Khalid, the actor who played the role of Noel, shows promise with his good looks and winning performance. The heated conversation between him and June in the car was superb with some well written progressive dialogues. Vaishnavi, the girl who played June’s ‘mottachi’ friend was effortless. Arjun Ashokan is another actor who grabs the eyeballs. The whole ’11 E’ gang was good. Joju George and Ashwathy as June’s parents performed their parts neatly.
June Review Report Hit Or Flop
Being a feel-good rom-com, lot depended on the music and newbie Ifthi delivers more that what is expected from him. There are around seven songs in the film and every single track is a treat to the ears and jells well with the narrative. As they are situational songs taking forward the narrative, they don’t stick out like a sore thumb. Colourful cinematography and evenly paced editing also helped in maintaining the right mood throughout
Overall, ‘June’ is an enjoyable watch thanks to Rajisha’s earnest performance, Ifthi’s lovely music and a pleasant feel-good story told from a girl’s point of view. ‘June’ is a winner.
Last day, on the occasion of Valentine’s Day, the teaser of Suriya’s NGK got released in social medias. The makers had originally planned to release it in the evening and accordingly fans had also organized screenings in various places. However, the teaser got leaked, which forced the makers to officially release it in the morning itself.
Directed by Selvaraghavan, NGK is a political thriller. The 1-minute-long teaser has met with tremendous response from the viewers. It has fetched upto 4.6 million views within 24 hours of its release. The stand out feature of the teaser is that unlike the regular ones released for big star films, it is just not something where the supporting characters give build up to the ‘mass’ hero.
Here, we are straightaway introduced to Nanda Gopala Kumaran aka NGK. From the teaser, we presume that the story is about how an ordinary commoner plunges into the crooked world of politics. The teaser is highly intriguing with Suriya showing peculiar mannerisms and gestures. The movie promises to bring back the long lost performer in Suriya.
Director Selvaraghavan enjoys a huge fan following among the Tamil audience and since it is his first film with Suriya, expectations are on the higher side. Fans and common audience alike are eagerly waiting for the movie. Rakul Preet Singh and Sai Pallavi will be seen as the female leads while Telugu actor Jagapathi Babu plays the villain role.
SR Prabhu of Dream Warrior Pictures is producing the movie. It is expected to hit screens worldwide in May.
