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Mammootty's 'Kalamkaval' Postponed: Why Fans Must Wait for 'The Venom Beneath'

The much-anticipated Mammootty-starrer 'Kalamkaval' has been officially postponed by the makers. Mammootty Kampany announced the delay on social media, assuring fans that the film is "delayed, not diminished." Despite already receiving U/A certification from the Censor Board, the production house decided to push back the November 27 release date. Fans who were eagerly awaiting the film's unique premise and Mammootty's reportedly never-seen-before role will have to wait a bit longer for "The Venom Beneath" to arrive in cinemas.

Release of Mammootty-starrer 'Kalamkaval' postponed

Chennai, Nov 21

The makers of director Jithin K Jose’s Malayalam film 'Kalamkaval', featuring Malayalam superstar Mammootty and Vinayakan in the lead, have now confirmed that the release of the film was being postponed.

It may be recalled that the makers had earlier announced the release date of the film as November 27 this year.

Taking to its X timeline, Mammootty Kampany, the production house of actor Mammootty wrote, "Delayed, NOT Diminished. We hear you... The wait is noted. The Venom Beneath Will Arrive Soon !! #Kalamkaval Release Postponed , New Release Date will be Announced Soon !! #Mammootty #Vinayakan #MammoottyKampany #JithinKJose #WayfarerFilms #SamadTruth #TruthGlobalFilms."

The news of the postponement has disappointed fans, who were eagerly awaiting its release.

The Censor Board has already cleared the film for release with a U/A certificate. In fact, Mammootty, had himself confirmed the news, stating "#Kalamkaval Censored with U/A 16+ Certificate. In Cinemas Soon."

The film has triggered huge interest in fans and film buffs ever since the makers released a teaser.

The teaser of the film, which the makers released several days ago, begins with a door being knocked. A Tamilian opens the door and asks, "Who are you?". We then see a police officer asking another cop, whose identity is not revealed to the audience, "Are you the one who's Nath?" We then are treated to a series of visuals of both lead actors --Vinayakan and Mammootty. While Vinayakan, who appears to be a police officer, sports a grim look all through out, Mammootty, whose role cannot be made out, sports the look of a cool, calm man, surveilling someone else.

The film, which is Mammootty Kampany’s seventh production, has a tagline that reads, “The venom beneath”.

Earlier this year, the makers had released the second look poster of Mammootty from the film. While releasing it, Mammootty Kampany, on its timeline had said, "Some Faces Raise Questions… Not Answers...Presenting The Second Look Poster of #Kalamkaval Directed by Jithin K Jose."

'Kalamkaval', the shooting of which was wrapped up in November last year, has story and screenplay by Jithin K Jose and Jishnu Sreekumar. It has editing by Praveen Prabhakar and cinematography by Faisal Ali. Music for this exciting entertainer will be by young composer Mujeeb Majeed. Stunts for the film have been choreographed by Action Santhosh.

The film has been in the news for the curiosity that it has triggered with its makers claiming that the film will showcase Mammootty in a role in which he has never been seen before.

Already, rumours doing the rounds in the industry suggest that Mammootty plays a character with shades of grey in it. However, there has been no official confirmation in this regard until now.

— IANS

Reader Comments

Priya S

Was really looking forward to watching this on November 27th with my family. The teaser looked amazing with that mysterious vibe. Hope the delay means they're perfecting it even more!

Sarah B

As someone who follows Malayalam cinema closely, I appreciate the transparency from Mammootty Kampany. "Delayed, NOT Diminished" shows they care about quality over rushing releases. Good approach!

Arjun K

The industry rumors about Mammootty playing a grey character have me excited! He's such a versatile actor. Hope this delay isn't due to last-minute changes though 🧐

Michael C

While I understand delays happen, it's frustrating when you've already made plans. Maybe production houses should announce dates only when they're absolutely certain? Just a thought.

Kavya N

The combination of Mammootty and Vinayakan is going to be fire! The teaser gave me goosebumps. Take your time team, we want the best version! 🔥

Vikram M

Mammootty at 72 still experimenting with new roles - what an inspiration! The "never seen before" promise has me really curious. Hope the wait isn't too long!

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