Chennai, July 19
The makers of director Sathyan Anthikad's eagerly-awaited family drama 'Hridayapoorvam', featuring Malayalam superstar Mohanlal in the lead, on Saturday released the teaser of the film much to the delight of fans and film buffs.
Mohanlal took to his social media timelines to share the link to the teaser of the film on YouTube. He wrote, "#Hridayapoorvam official teaser #August28 OnamRelease #HridayapoorvamTeaser"
The hilarious teaser begins with Mohanlal's funny conversation with a non-Malayali fan of actor Fahadh Faasil. The conversation begins with the young man asking Mohanlal where he is from. "Kerala," says Mohanlal, to which the man replies,"Oh Nice!"
He then turns around to take a small amount of what seems to be prasadam and offers it to Mohanlal, even as he says, "I love Malayalam film industry. Very sensible! But my girlfriend, she's totally Bollywood style." The man goes on to point to the pooja he has performed and says, "I'm doing this just for her. But I love Fafa man."
Mohanlal, who is clueless about Fafa, asks "Fafa?" The man explains Fafa stands for Fahadh Faasil. "Aavesham, Kumbalangi Nights. What a performance! Eyes, drama, fantastic!," he offers to generously enlighten Mohanlal.
Mohanlal then gently points out that there are also good senior actors in Malayalam.
To this, the man says,"No,no! Only Fafa!" Mohanlal repeats "Only Fafa?" When he says yes, Mohanlal gives back the prasadam and walks away, even as we are presented a bouquet of scenes that show that the film will have no dearth of humour.
One of Malayalam cinema's iconic directors, Sathyan Anthikad, known for his heartwarming dramas, is directing this film. Anthikad's collaboration with Mohanlal has delivered timeless classics and therefore expectations from this film too are huge.
Apart from Mohanlal, the film will also feature actors Malavika Mohanan, Sangeeth Prathap, Sangita, Siddique, Nishan, Baburaj, Lalu Alex and Janardhanan among others.
On the technical front, the film's story is by Akhil Sathyan and its screenplay and dialogues are by Sonu TP. Cinematography for the film is by Anu Moothedath and music is by Tamil film music director Justin Prabhakaran.
The film, which is being produced by well known producer Antony Perumbavoor of Aashirvad Cinemas, is slated to hit screens on August 28 this year.
— IANS
Reader Comments
As someone who recently discovered Malayalam cinema, this teaser is hilarious! The cultural nuances are so well presented. That prasadam scene is something only Sathyan Anthikad could execute so perfectly. Excited for this!
Mohanlal-Sathyan Anthikad combo never disappoints! But I hope the full movie has more depth than just comedy. Their earlier films like Vinodayathra balanced humor with emotional depth so well. Fingers crossed 🤞
The Fahadh fanboy represents today's youth perfectly 😂 But seriously, this teaser shows why Malayalam cinema is miles ahead in subtle humor. No overacting, just pure class from Lalettan as always!
As a Tamilian, I love how Malayalam films respect the audience's intelligence. This teaser proves it again - simple yet brilliant concept. Also, Justin Prabhakaran's music will be the cherry on top!
The teaser is fun but I hope they don't overdo the Fahadh references. Mohanlal is a legend in his own right and doesn't need to ride on others' popularity. Still, Anthikad sir knows his craft - expecting a wholesome entertainer!
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