Asif Ali and Arjun Ashokan Shine in ‘Otta’ Trailer: Resul Pookkutty’s Directorial Debut Hits Screens Soon

The highly-anticipated trailer for Resul Pookkutty’s directorial debut, “Otta,” has been unveiled, and it’s causing ripples in the world of cinema. Renowned for his Oscar-winning sound design, Resul Pookkutty is now taking a bold step into the director’s chair, and cinephiles can hardly contain their excitement.

Scheduled for release on October 27th this year, “Otta” stars the dynamic duo of Asif Ali and Arjun Ashokan in leading roles. The film promises to delve deep into the intricate emotional journeys of two young runaways, portrayed by these two exceptional actors.

But the spotlight isn’t solely on Asif Ali and Arjun Ashokan; the ensemble cast features distinguished names like Indrajith Sukumaran, Adil Hussain, Mamta Mohandas, Sathyaraj, Devi, Rohini Molleti, Divya Dutta, Bhavana Ramanna, Indrans, Jayaprakash, Jayakrishnan, Baiju Pookutty, and Renji Paniker, among others. The trailer provides a tantalizing glimpse into the narrative, centered on the adventures of two young men who embark on a journey, leaving behind their homes. Their struggles, emotional highs and lows, and moments of vulnerability form the core of this captivating story.

“Otta”, made based on the novel “Runaway Children” penned by S. Hariharan, traverses the stunning landscapes of Kerala and Tamil Nadu. An intriguing aspect is that the writer himself is funding the project, with Resul Pookkutty’s backing through his esteemed production banner, “Resul Pookkutty Productions.” The screenplay, expertly crafted by Kiron Prabhakaran, lays the groundwork for an immersive cinematic experience.

Deepening the film’s impact is the soul-stirring music, skillfully composed by M Jayachandran, as evident from the trailer. The visual aesthetics, thoughtfully curated by Arun Varma, along with Zian Sreekanth’s expertise as an editor, promise a seamless narrative flow.