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Yogi Babu to Lead Malayalam Remake of Award-Winning Tamil Film 'Aadhaar'

The critically acclaimed 2022 Tamil film 'Aadhaar', starring Yogi Babu, is set for a Malayalam remake. Director Ramnath Palanikumar will direct the new version, with Yogi Babu reprising his lead role. The original film, which won international awards, is a realistic portrayal of ordinary people being exploited by corporate motives. The Tamil version continues to receive praise following its recent release on OTT platforms.

Key Points: Yogi Babu Stars in Malayalam Remake of Tamil Film 'Aadhaar'

  • Tamil hit 'Aadhaar' gets Malayalam remake
  • Yogi Babu reprises lead role
  • Director Ramnath Palanikumar returns to helm
  • Film critiques corporate exploitation
  • Recently released on OTT platforms
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Yogi Babu to play lead in Malayalam version of Tamil film 'Aadhaar'

Director Ramnath Palanikumar to helm the Malayalam version of the acclaimed 2022 Tamil film 'Aadhaar', with comedian Yogi Babu reprising his lead role.

"I am extremely happy to direct its Malayalam version with Yogi Babu in the lead. - Ramnath Palanikumar"

Chennai, March 19

Director Ramnath Palanikumar's critically acclaimed Tamil film 'Aadhaar', which featured actor Yogi Babu in the lead and which released in the year 2022, is to now be remade in Malayalam.

It may be recalled that the Tamil film had received widespread appreciation from all sections of audience at the time of its release and had also gone on to win international awards.

Sources now say that the Malayalam remake, which will retain the title 'Aadhaar', will be directed by Ramnath Palanikumar himself, with Yogi Babu playing the lead role.

Prominent actors are to play key roles in the Malayalam version and a team of leading technicians have been roped in for this new project.

Speaking about the film, director Ramnath Palanikumar said, "Although 'Aadhaar' was released around the same time as 'Ponniyin Selvan' in 2022, it managed to capture the attention of journalists, critics, members of the film industry, and audiences, earning widespread acclaim. I am extremely happy to direct its Malayalam version with Yogi Babu in the lead. I am confident that Malayalam audiences, who always appreciate quality cinema, will welcome 'Aadhaar' as well."

He further stated 'Aadhaar' portrays, in a realistic and gripping manner, how ordinary people are exploited and tossed around for the profit-driven motives of the corporate world.

For the unaware, director Ramnath Palanikumar is best known for having penned the screenplay and dialogues for the superhit film 'Dindigul Sarathy'. He is also known for having directed films such as 'Ambasamudram Ambani', starring Karunas, and 'Thirunaal', featuring Jiiva and Nayanthara.

The Tamil version of Aadhaar, apart from Yogi Babu, also featured actors Arun Pandian, Prabhakar, Uma Riyaz Khan, Riythvika, Ineya, Dileepan and Sridhar among others.

Sources say the director is gearing up to start the Malayalam remake of 'Aadhaar' at the earliest. Meanwhile, the Tamil version of 'Aadhaar', which was recently released on OTT platforms, continues to receive appreciation from audiences across all sections.

- IANS

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Priya S
Saw the Tamil version on OTT last week. What a gem of a film! Yogi Babu's performance was heart-wrenching. The subject of corporate exploitation is so relevant today. Hope the Malayalam version reaches an even wider audience. More power to meaningful cinema!
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Rohit P
Interesting move. While I appreciate the original film, I'm a bit skeptical about remakes. Malayalam cinema has its own strong storytelling style and brilliant actors. Would have preferred an original film on a similar theme. But if it introduces the story to new viewers, that's good.
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Sarah B
As someone who follows South Indian cinema closely, this is exciting. The collaboration between industries is great. Yogi Babu has a unique charm. Wondering who the "prominent actors" for key roles will be in Malayalam. Hope they do justice to the original cast's performances.
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Karthik V
Director Ramnath is a solid writer (Dindigul Sarathy was epic!). Having him direct the remake himself is a good sign. It shows respect for the original material. Malayalam audience loves content-driven films, so this should work well. Waiting eagerly! 🙏
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Nisha Z
Finally, a film titled 'Aadhaar' that's actually about people and not the card! 😄 Jokes aside, the premise sounds very relatable. In this age of digital everything, the common man's plight needs to be shown. Hope the remake retains the rawness of the original.

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