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Mammootty-starrer Bazooka to hit screens on April 10
Chennai, Feb 7: Director Deeno Dennis's action extravaganza 'Bazooka', featuring Malayalam superstar Mammootty in the lead, will hit screens on April 10 this year, its makers announced on Friday.
Actress Namita Pramod on her dog surviving Leptospirosis: You battled and came back to life like a Phoenix
Chennai, Feb 7: Malayalam actress Namita Pramod, who has made a name for herself in both the Tamil and the Malayalam film industries with her powerful performances, has now penned an emotional birthday message for her dog, which, after being given a very slim chance to live, has now become healthy again.
Aswathy Srikanth describes her father's masterpiece 'Oru Vadakkan Veergatha' as 'Iconic'
Chennai, Feb 7: Aswathy Srikanth, the daughter of legendary Malayalam writer M T Vasudevan Nair, has described the Malayalam classic 'Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha', a film that has stood the test of time and continues to be celebrated as one of the finest works in Malayalam cinema, as iconic.
Malayalam cinema strike from June 1 to protest soaring remunerations, 'unfriendly' polices
Kochi, Feb 6: Various Malayalam film bodies, which have been in regular consultations on issues facing the industry, on Thursday called for a total shutdown of all film activities, including shooting and screening of films, from June 1.
Actor Roshan Bijli on 'Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha': 'A Timeless Masterpiece for Every Generation'
Chennai, Feb 6: Actor Roshan Bijli, who played young Aromal Chekavar in director Hariharan's timeless classic 'Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha', has called the film “a masterpiece born from the genius of one of India's greatest literary figures.”
'Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha' portrays the historical essence of 'Vadakkan Paat', says actress Ambili Thekkini Kandy
Chennai, Feb 5: Actor Ambili Thekkini Kandy, who played young Kunjinooli in the Malayalam classic film Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha, says that the film portrays the historical essence of the Vadakkan Paat and that Malayalees all around the world will truly enjoy this film as it celebrates their heritage.
Actress Sushmitha Bhat tells Gautham Menon, Mammootty: Forever grateful for trusting in me
Chennai, Feb 5: Actress Sushmitha Bhat, who played a pivotal role in director Gautham Vasudev Menon's recently released Malayalam film 'Dominic and the Ladies purse', has now penned a heartfelt post of gratitude to both the director and the film's hero, Mammootty.
The 'man' with the baritone voice in Malayalam films is back to business
Kochi, Feb 4: Janardhanan, the man with the baritone voice in the Malayalam films, is back to business after a brief break.
Actress Nadiya on Nokkethadhoorathu Kannum Nattu completing 40 years: I am forever grateful
Chennai, Jan 4: Actress Nadiya, one of the most adored actresses by both the Tamil and the Malayalam audience, has penned an emotional post on the occasion of her debut Malayalam film, Nokkethadhoorathu Kannum Nattu, completing 40 years.
Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha's impact and relevance remain strong even today: Vineeth Kumar
Chennai, Feb 3: Actor Vineeth Kumar, who played Chandu in the Malayalam classic 'Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha', says the film's impact and relevance remain strong to this day and points out that modern audiences will be able to connect with it just as audiences did when it was first released.
Excited about watching Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha with my kids, says actress Jomol
Chennai, Feb 3: Actress Jomol, who played young Unniarcha in the Malayalam classic Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha, featuring actor Mammootty in the lead, has now disclosed that she is excited about the film being re-released after 36 years and getting an opportunity to watch it with her kids on the big screen.
Prithviraj Sukumaran: Never thought of myself as a very good looking guy ever
Mumbai, Feb 1: Celebrated for his striking screen presence and strong acting skills, filmmaker-actor Prithviraj Sukumaran says he never thought of himself as a very good-looking guy and adds that he found his Hindi debut film Aiyya refreshing because it focused on his looks.
Actor Jagadish at 70: The 'poor man's superstar' shows no signs of slowing down
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 30: Time may fly for most, but for actor Jagadish -- the college professor-turned-leading Malayalam star -- it seems to have slowed down.
Prithviraj says there's still a lot more to be told in 'Lucifer' part three
New Delhi, Jan 30: Filmmaker-actor Prithviraj Sukumaran has revealed that the entire story about Mohanlal-starrer “Lucifer” cannot be told in the second installment “L2: Empuraan” and that there is still a lot more to be told in part three.
Nine years, nine films and nine characters for me to cherish for a lifetime: Arthana Binu
Chennai, Jan 30: Recalling that in nine years she had done nine characters which she will cherish for a lifetime, actress Arthana Binu, who has earmarked a space for herself in the Malayalam, Telugu and Tamil film industries, has now said that she looks forward to breathing life into many more characters till the very end of her life.
Antony Perumbavoor's firm to distribute Unni Mukundan-starrer Get Set Baby in Kerala
Chennai, Jan 29: Director Vinay Govind’s eagerly awaited Malayalam film Get Set Baby, featuring actors Unni Mukundan and Nikhila Vimal in the lead, will now be distributed in Kerala by well known production house Aashirvad Cinemas.
Prithviraj: Mohanlal's a constant reminder to me how I need to conduct myself as an actor
New Delhi, Jan 29: Prithviraj Sukumaran, who is all set for the release of his directorial “L2: Empuraan”, has heaped praise on Malayalam star Mohanlal and said that he is a constant reminder for the actor-filmmaker how he needs to conduct himself on screen.
Malavika Mohanan roped in for Mohanlal-starrer Hridayapoorvam
Chennai, Jan 28: Actress Malavika Mohanan, who made heads turn with her powerful performance as Aarthi in director Pa Ranjith's Thangalaan, featuring Vikram in the lead, has now been roped in for the Mohanlal-starrer Hridayapoorvam.
Sakshi Agarwal on stunts in Besty: Every punch, every leap, every move was a test of my strength
Chennai, Jan 28: Actress Sakshi Agarwal, who has performed action stunts in 'Besty', which incidentally marks her debut in Malayalam, says that “every punch, every leap and every move” of hers in the film was a test of her strength and determination.
Lyca gave me an opportunity to do a film starring Rajinikanth, says actor Prithviraj
Chennai, Jan 27: Malayalam actor and director Prithviraj Sukumaran has now disclosed that he was given an opportunity by Subaskaran, the head of well known Tamil film production house Lyca Productions, to direct a film featuring Tamil superstar Rajinikanth in the lead.
I'll make it up in my next, says Unni Mukundan to families that couldn't watch Marco
Chennai, Jan 25: Understanding the disappointment that a lot of families felt because of not being able to watch his film Marco, which has an 'A' certificate, Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan has now promised families and children that he will, with his next film, make up for them not being able to watch Marco.
Neena Gupta kicks off her day with a dose of 'morning masti'
Mumbai, Jan 24: Actress Neena Gupta kicked off her day with a dose of “morning masti.”
Asif Ali-starrer 'Rekhachithram' enters the 50 Crore club
Chennai, Jan 22: Director Jofin T Chacko’s crime thriller, ‘Rekhachithram’, featuring actor Asif Ali in the lead, has now entered the Rs 50 Crore club, its makers announced on Wednesday.
I believe in life, magic and dogged pursuit, says Gautham Vasudev Menon
Chennai, Jan 22: On the eve of the release of his first Malayalam film 'Dominic And The Ladies Purse', featuring none other than Malayalam superstar Mammootty in the lead, ace director Gautham Vasudev Menon has said that he believes in “life, magic and dogged pursuit”.
Star-struck Kerala Minister Saji Cherian relives his dream interview with Mohanlal
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 22: Kerala's Minister of Culture, Fisheries, and Films, Saji Cherian, is still beaming with excitement days after interviewing his favourite star, the legendary actor Mohanlal. The interaction, a rare opportunity with the 64-year-old icon, has left Cherian thrilled as he continues to share details of their meeting.
First look of Tovino-starrer 'Narivetta' released
Chennai, Jan 21: The makers of director Anuraj Manohar's eagerly-awaited Malayalam film 'Narivetta' on Tuesday released the first look poster of the film to mark the birthday celebrations of the film's lead actor, Tovino Thomas.
'L2: Empuraan': Tovino Thomas' first look as Jathin Ramdas unveiled on his birthday
Mumbai, January 21: To mark Tovino Thomas' 36th birthday, Mollywood superstars Mohanlal and Prithviraj Sukumaran treated fans by unveiling the first-look poster of Tovino's character, Jathin Ramdas, from the much-anticipated film 'L2: Empuraan.'
L2: Empuraan unit releases Tovino Thomas's look in film on actor's birthday
Chennai, Jan 21: The unit of Mohanlal-starrer L2: Empuraan (L2E) on Tuesday released the first look of actor Tovino Thomas in the film, on the occasion of the latter's birthday.
'Alibhai' remains a film that is close to my heart, says producer Antony Perumbavoor
Chennai, Jan 20 (IANS ) Well known Malayalam film producer Antony Perumbavoor, whose production house Aashirvad Cinemas is all set to celebrate its 25th year in less than a week, has now fondly recalled making the Mohanlal-starrer 'Alibhai', saying it will be a film that will always remain close to his heart.
Will Mohanlal's 360th film 'Thudarum' release on Jan 30?
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 20: The social media is abuzz with excitement as fans eagerly await the release of superstar Mohanlal’s 360th film, Thudarum. The film marks his 56th collaboration with his iconic co-star Shobana, adding to the novelty and excitement surrounding the project.
'Marco' becomes first Malayalam film with an 'A' rating to gross over Rs 100 crore
Chennai, Jan 16: Director Haneef Adeni’s explosive action entertainer ‘Marco’ has now become the first Malayalam film with an ‘A’ rating to gross over a whopping Rs 100 crore, its makers announced on Thursday.
Tovino Thomas-starrer 'Identity' emerges as Mollywood's first hit of 2025
Chennai, Jan 15: Director Akhil Paul and Anas Khan’s film ‘Identity’, featuring actors Tovino Thomas and Trisha Krishnan in the lead, has emerged as the first hit of the Malayalam film industry in 2025.
Shooting of Tovino Thomas-starrer 'Narivetta' wrapped up
Chennai, Jan 14: The shooting of director Anuraj Manohar’s Malayalam film ‘Narivetta‘, featuring actor Tovino Thomas in the lead, has now been wrapped up.
Unni Mukundan steps down as AMMA treasurer, cites mental health reasons
New Delhi, January 14: Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan, best known for his film 'Marco', has announced his decision to step down as the treasurer of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA).
Unni Mukundan steps down as Treasurer of AMMA
Chennai, Jan 14: Well known Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan on Tuesday announced his decision to step down as the Treasurer of Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA).
National Award-winning singer P. Jayachandran no more
Thrissur, Jan 9: Legendary singer P. Jayachandran passed away here at a hospital on Thursday night.
Trailer of Gautham Menon's first Malayalam film Dominic and The Ladies Purse released
Chennai, Jan 8: Acclaimed filmmaker Gautham Vasudev Menon’s on Wednesday released the trailer of his first Malayalam film, ‘Dominic and The Ladies Purse’, featuring Malayalam superstar Mammootty in the lead.
Exclusive: Telugu, Hindi Versions of Tovino Thomas-starrer 'Identity' to release around January 16: Director Akhil Paul
Chennai, Jan 7: The Telugu and Hindi versions of the Malayalam film Identity, featuring actors Tovino Thomas and Trisha Krishnan in the lead, is likely to release around January 16, one of its directors Akhil Paul has said.