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Malayalam Cinema News Updated Nov 17, 2025

Athiradi's Power Trio: Basil Joseph, Tovino Thomas, Vineeth Sreenivasan Unite

The much-anticipated film Athiradi is moving forward with its second shooting schedule starting November 18. This marks the first on-screen collaboration between Basil Joseph, Tovino Thomas, and Vineeth Sreenivasan. The project reunites key members of the Minnal Murali team including director Arun Anirudhan. Early teasers suggest a mass action entertainer that will release in multiple Indian languages.

Second schedule of Basil Joseph, Tovino Thomas's 'Athiradi' to begin on November 18

Chennai, Nov 17

If sources in the industry are to be believed, the unit of director Arun Anirudhan's eagerly awaited Malayalam film 'Athiradi', featuring actors Basil Joseph, Tovino Thomas, and Vineeth Sreenivasan in the lead, is now all set to commence the second schedule of shooting for the film from November 18.

The unit, which had completed the first schedule of the film by the beginning of this month, had originally intended to start the second schedule on November 12 but will now be starting it on November 18. Sources claim that while the schedule will begin from November 18, Tovino Thomas will join the unit for shooting from November 23.

'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 of the film 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. Apart from Malayalam, the teaser was also released in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Kannada.

The film is being produced by actor Basil Joseph's production house Basil Joseph Entertainments along with Doctor Ananthu Entertainments. '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

Rohit P

Interesting that Tovino is joining only from Nov 23. Hope this doesn't affect the shooting schedule. The Minnal Murali team reuniting is definitely something to look forward to though!

Ananya R

Love that they're releasing the film in multiple languages! Malayalam cinema is truly going pan-India. The teaser in Tamil was particularly well-done. Excited for this mass entertainer! 🔥

Sarah B

As someone who loved Minnal Murali, I'm really looking forward to seeing what this creative team can deliver. The fact that Arun Anirudhan wrote both films gives me confidence in the storytelling.

Karthik V

While I'm excited about the star cast, I hope the film doesn't rely too much on star power and delivers solid content. Malayalam cinema is known for its strong scripts, and I hope this maintains that standard.

Michael C

The technical team looks impressive - Vishnu Vijay's music and Samuel Henry's cinematography. These elements can really elevate a mass entertainer. Looking forward to the theatrical experience!

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