Basil Joseph, Tovino Thomas-starrer 'Athiradi' to hit screens on May 14
Chennai, Jan 16
Director Arun Anirudhan's eagerly awaited Malayalam film 'Athiradi', featuring actors Basil Joseph, Tovino Thomas, and Vineeth Sreenivasan in the lead, will hit screens on May 14 this year, its makers announced on Friday.
Actor Tovino Thomas, who shared the release date poster released by the makers on his Instagram timeline, wrote, "The celebrations begin now! A film directed by Arun Anirudh and produced by Dr. Ananthu S & Basil Joseph, under the banners of @basiljosephentertainment and @dr.ananthu.entertainments. Releasing May 14th 2026. Let the fireworks begin."
'Athiradi' has triggered huge excitement among fans and film buffs as it will be the first film to bring together Basil Joseph, Tovino Thomas, and Vineeth Sreenivasan on screen.
A teaser released by the makers some days ago opens with the introduction of Vineeth Sreenivasan's character. It is followed by the introduction of the characters of Basil Joseph and Tovino Thomas. The teaser hints at 'Athiradi' being a mass action entertainer. The punchline, of the teaser, gives the impression that the team is gearing up to deliver a power-packed theatrical experience. The teaser also indicates that the trio will portray distinctly different characters, both in appearance and personality.
Already, the makers have revealed that Basil Joseph plays a character called Sam Kutty aka Sam boy in the film.
'Athiradi', which is being made as a complete entertainer, is being directed by debutant filmmaker Arun Anirudhan, who was one of the screenwriters of the first Malayalam superhero film, 'Minnal Murali', which was directed by Basil Joseph.
The script has been co-written by Paulson Skaria and Arun Anirudhan. The film's co-producers are Sameer Thahir and Tovino Thomas. After 'Minnal Murali', 'Athiradi' will mark the reunion of Tovino Thomas, Basil Joseph, Sameer Thahir, and Arun Anirudhan.
On the technical front, the film has cinematography by Samuel Henry and music by Vishnu Vijay. Editing for the film is by Chaman Chacko while costume design is by Mashar Hamsa.
— IANS
Reader Comments
As someone who loved Minnal Murali, seeing this team reunite is fantastic news. Arun Anirudhan's writing was a big part of that film's charm. High hopes for this one. The Malayalam film industry is on a roll!
Excited but also a bit cautious. The hype is huge, and sometimes that leads to disappointment. The teaser was good, but I hope the story is strong and not just a star vehicle. Fingers crossed it lives up to expectations.
Basil Joseph playing a character called "Sam Kutty" has me intrigued already! Tovino in a mass action role is always a treat. This is a perfect Vishu season release (a bit late, but close enough). Booking my first-day-first-show tickets!
The technical crew looks solid - Vishnu Vijay for music is a great choice. Hope the film delivers a complete paisa vasool experience. Malayalam cinema needs more large-scale theatrical entertainers like this. All the best to the team!
Interesting to see a debutant director helm such a big project. But with his Minnal Murali background and these producers/actors backing him, he must have a great vision. Looking forward to seeing what this new talent brings.
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