<p><em>L2: Empuraan</em> is one of the most anticipated Indian movies of the year. It is set to become the most expensive Malayalam movie ever produced and serves as the sequel to 2019's political thriller <em>Lucifer</em>, which marked the directorial debut of actor Prithviraj Sukumaran.</p>
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<h2>When does the trailer drop?</h2>
<p>Since the first teaser dropped, fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of the trailer while speculating about the plot. Mohanlal and Prithviraj have now announced that the trailer will be released tomorrow at 1:08 PM IST.</p>
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<p lang="et" dir="ltr">The <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/L2E?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#L2E</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EMPURAAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EMPURAAN</a> trailer. 1:08 PM 20/03/25!<br>Stay tuned!<br><br>Malayalam | Tamil | Hindi | Telugu | Kannada <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/March27?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#March27</a><a href="https://twitter.com/PrithviOfficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrithviOfficial</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MuraliGopy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MuraliGopy</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/antonypbvr?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@antonypbvr</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/aashirvadcine?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@aashirvadcine</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/GokulamGopalan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GokulamGopalan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/GokulamMovies?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GokulamMovies</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VCPraveen?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VCPraveen</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BaijuGopalan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BaijuGopalan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Krishnamoorthy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Krishnamoorthy</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/DreamBig_film_s?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DreamBig_film_s</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/jsujithnair?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@jsujithnair</a>&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/f7Hig92CEk">pic.twitter.com/f7Hig92CEk</a></p>
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<h2>A Pan-Indian release</h2>
<p>The movie is scheduled to hit theatres this March and will be dubbed in all major Indian languages. However, its release faced a setback due to a dispute over distribution rights between co-producers Aashirvad Cinemas and Lyca Productions.</p>
<p>Thankfully, the issue was resolved when Sree Gokulam Movies stepped in and acquired the rights from Lyca for an undisclosed amount. Sree Gokulam Movies will oversee the Tamil distribution of the film, Hombale Films will handle the Kannada version, Sri Venkateswara Creations will be responsible for the Telugu version, and AA Films will manage the Hindi version.</p>
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<h2>Star-studded cast&nbsp;</h2>
<p>The film boasts a star-studded cast featuring Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, Indrajith Sukumaran, Manju Warrier, Saniya Iyappan, Saikumar, Baiju Santhosh, Fazil, and Sachin Khedekar.</p>
<p>Additionally, <em>L2: Empuraan</em> includes an international cast, with performances by Eriq Ebouaney, Jerome Flynn, Alexx O'Nell, and Mikhail Novikov.</p>
<p>Making history, <em>L2: Empuraan</em> will be the first Malayalam movie to receive an IMAX release. The film is set to hit theatres worldwide on 27 March 2025.</p>
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Fans of Mohanlal can mark their calendars as the trailer's unveiling promises to offer an exciting preview of the film's thrilling storyline and exhilarating action.

L2: Empuraan is one of the most anticipated Indian movies of the year. It is set to become the most expensive Malayalam movie ever produced and serves as the sequel to 2019's political thriller Lucifer, which marked the directorial debut of actor Prithviraj Sukumaran. Also Read: John Wick spinoff Ballerina new stills showcase Ana de Armas and Norman Reedus in action When does the trailer drop? Since the first teaser dropped, fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of the trailer while speculating about the plot. Mohanlal and Prithviraj have now announced that the trailer will be released tomorrow at 1:08 PM IST. The #L2E #EMPURAAN trailer. 1:08 PM 20/03/25! Stay tuned! Malayalam | Tamil | Hindi | Telugu | Kannada #March27@PrithviOfficial #MuraliGopy @antonypbvr @aashirvadcine @GokulamGopalan @GokulamMovies #VCPraveen #BaijuGopalan #Krishnamoorthy @DreamBig_film_s @jsujithnair… pic.twitter.com/f7Hig92CEk — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) March 19, 2025 Also Read: Mammootty action thriller Bazooka gets new release date and poster A Pan-Indian release The movie is scheduled to hit theatres this March and will be dubbed in all major Indian languages. However, its release faced a setback due to a dispute over distribution rights between co-producers Aashirvad Cinemas and Lyca Productions. Thankfully, the issue was resolved when Sree Gokulam Movies stepped in and acquired the rights from Lyca for an undisclosed amount. Sree Gokulam Movies will oversee the Tamil distribution of the film, Hombale Films will handle the Kannada version, Sri Venkateswara Creations will be responsible for the Telugu version, and AA Films will manage the Hindi version. Also Read: Jon Bernthal reveals why he initially walked away from Daredevil: Born Again Star-studded cast The film boasts a star-studded cast featuring Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, Indrajith Sukumaran, Manju Warrier, Saniya Iyappan, Saikumar, Baiju Santhosh, Fazil, and Sachin Khedekar. Additionally, L2: Empuraan includes an international cast, with performances by Eriq Ebouaney, Jerome Flynn, Alexx O'Nell, and Mikhail Novikov. Making history, L2: Empuraan will be the first Malayalam movie to receive an IMAX release. The film is set to hit theatres worldwide on 27 March 2025. Also Read: Third season of Sylvester Stallone's Tulsa King starts production

Mohanlal's L2: Empuraan trailer to drop on this date, find out when you can watch it

<p>Mohanlal has officially announced that <em>L2: Empuraan</em>, the highly anticipated sequel to 2019&rsquo;s <em>Lucifer</em>, will make history as the first-ever Malayalam film to receive an IMAX release. Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, the action-packed political thriller will hit theatres worldwide this March.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">It gives us immense pride to announce that <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/L2E?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#L2E</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Empuraan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Empuraan</a> will be the first ever film from the Malayalam cinema industry to release on IMAX. We hope this is the beginning of a long and illustrious association between IMAX and Malayalam Cinema. Watch the spectacle unfold on IMAX&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/yTyHCyietU">pic.twitter.com/yTyHCyietU</a></p>
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<h2>Record-breaking advance sales</h2>
<p>The release of <em>L2: Empuraan</em> was nearly delayed due to distribution disputes between Aashirvad Cinemas and Lyca Productions. However, the issue was resolved when Sree Gokulam Movies stepped in and acquired the rights from Lyca.</p>
<p>Despite these hurdles, the film is already performing well in advance ticket sales, having grossed $125,000 from North American pre-bookings.</p>
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<h2>What is L2: Empuraan about?&nbsp;</h2>
<p>The official synopsis of the film reads: "After seizing control as Khureshi-Ab&rsquo;raam, Stephen Nedumpally expands his global empire, facing betrayals, political conspiracies, and enemies from the past. As hidden truths surface, his journey takes an unexpected turn, forcing him into a deadly game of power, revenge, and survival.<em> L2: Empuraan</em> unveils the man beyond the myth."</p>
<p>The film features a star-studded cast that includes Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, Indrajith Sukumaran, Manju Warrier, Saniya Iyappan, Saikumar, Baiju Santhosh, Fazil, and Sachin Khedekar.</p>
<p>Additionally, <em>L2: Empuraan</em> features an international cast, with performances by Eriq Ebouaney, Jerome Flynn, Alexx O'Nell, and Mikhail Novikov.</p>
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<h2>The production team</h2>
<p>The film is written by Murali Gopy, with Sujith Vaassudev handling cinematography, Akhilesh Mohan in charge of editing, and Deepak Dev composing the music.</p>
<p><em>L2: Empuraan</em> will be released in all major Indian languages and will premiere worldwide on 27 March 2025, marking a historic moment for Malayalam cinema with its IMAX debut.</p>
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Mohanlal's Empuraan becomes the first Malayalam movie to get an IMAX release. The movie is directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran and is the sequel to 2019's Lucifer.

Mohanlal has officially announced that L2: Empuraan, the highly anticipated sequel to 2019’s Lucifer, will make history as the first-ever Malayalam film to receive an IMAX release. Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, the action-packed political thriller will hit theatres worldwide this March. It gives us immense pride to announce that #L2E #Empuraan will be the first ever film from the Malayalam cinema industry to release on IMAX. We hope this is the beginning of a long and illustrious association between IMAX and Malayalam Cinema. Watch the spectacle unfold on IMAX… pic.twitter.com/yTyHCyietU — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) March 18, 2025 Also Read: Colin Farrell in talks to play the lead in the DCU's Sgt. Rock movie Record-breaking advance sales The release of L2: Empuraan was nearly delayed due to distribution disputes between Aashirvad Cinemas and Lyca Productions. However, the issue was resolved when Sree Gokulam Movies stepped in and acquired the rights from Lyca. Despite these hurdles, the film is already performing well in advance ticket sales, having grossed $125,000 from North American pre-bookings. Also Read: Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis blames Chhaava for anti-Aurangzeb sentiments amid violence What is L2: Empuraan about? The official synopsis of the film reads: "After seizing control as Khureshi-Ab’raam, Stephen Nedumpally expands his global empire, facing betrayals, political conspiracies, and enemies from the past. As hidden truths surface, his journey takes an unexpected turn, forcing him into a deadly game of power, revenge, and survival. L2: Empuraan unveils the man beyond the myth." The film features a star-studded cast that includes Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, Indrajith Sukumaran, Manju Warrier, Saniya Iyappan, Saikumar, Baiju Santhosh, Fazil, and Sachin Khedekar. Additionally, L2: Empuraan features an international cast, with performances by Eriq Ebouaney, Jerome Flynn, Alexx O'Nell, and Mikhail Novikov. Also Read: Producer conflict sparks cancellation rumours for Saw XI The production team The film is written by Murali Gopy, with Sujith Vaassudev handling cinematography, Akhilesh Mohan in charge of editing, and Deepak Dev composing the music. L2: Empuraan will be released in all major Indian languages and will premiere worldwide on 27 March 2025, marking a historic moment for Malayalam cinema with its IMAX debut. Also Read: Even if Kim Soo-Hyun dated Kim Sae-Ron as a minor, he could still get away. Here’s why

Mohanlal's Empuraan becomes the first Malayalam movie to get an IMAX release

<p>One of the most anticipated Malayalam films of the year, <em>L2: Empuraan</em>, the sequel to the 2019 blockbuster <em>Lucifer</em>, is officially on track for its March 27 release. The film was rumoured to be delayed due to a dispute between Aashirvad Cinemas and Lyca Productions over distribution rights.</p>
<p>Reports suggested that Aashirvad wanted Lyca to exit the project, but Lyca demanded ₹75 crore, the amount they had invested, plus an additional ₹10 crore as compensation. This sparked speculation that the release would be postponed.</p>
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<p>However, according to a new report, Gokulam Gopal of Sree Gokulam Movies has stepped in and acquired the rights from Lyca, ensuring that the release remains on schedule. Pre-release ticket sales have already begun in the US.</p>
<h2>New trailer to drop soon</h2>
<p>Mohanlal recently shared a new poster confirming that the film has not been delayed, and a trailer is expected to drop soon. L2: Empuraan is speculated to be the most expensive Malayalam film ever made.</p>
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<h2>A star-studded cast</h2>
<p>The film boasts an ensemble cast, including Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, Indrajith Sukumaran, Manju Warrier, Saniya Iyappan, Saikumar, Baiju Santhosh, Fazil, and Sachin Khedekar.</p>
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<h2>What is L2: Empuraan about?</h2>
<p>The official synopsis reads: "After seizing control as Khureshi-Ab&rsquo;raam, Stephen Nedumpally expands his global empire, facing betrayals, political conspiracies, and enemies from the past. As hidden truths surface, his journey takes an unexpected turn, forcing him into a deadly game of power, revenge, and survival. L2: Empuraan unveils the man beyond the myth."</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/L2E?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#L2E</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Empuraan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Empuraan</a> Teaser Out Now! <a href="https://t.co/EODuQdzkT0">https://t.co/EODuQdzkT0</a><br><br>In theatres worldwide 27th March 2025!</p>
&mdash; Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) <a href="https://twitter.com/Mohanlal/status/1883775570921885734?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 27, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<p>Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, <em>L2: Empuraan</em> will be released in all major Indian languages and is set for a worldwide theatrical release on March 27, 2025.</p>
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The film's release had encountered setbacks due to disputes involving Lyca and Aashirvad Cinemas, but the recent acquisition has cleared the way for its launch.

One of the most anticipated Malayalam films of the year, L2: Empuraan, the sequel to the 2019 blockbuster Lucifer, is officially on track for its March 27 release. The film was rumoured to be delayed due to a dispute between Aashirvad Cinemas and Lyca Productions over distribution rights. Reports suggested that Aashirvad wanted Lyca to exit the project, but Lyca demanded ₹75 crore, the amount they had invested, plus an additional ₹10 crore as compensation. This sparked speculation that the release would be postponed. Also Read: Aamir Khan's rumoured cameo in Rajinikanth's Coolie confirmed? However, according to a new report, Gokulam Gopal of Sree Gokulam Movies has stepped in and acquired the rights from Lyca, ensuring that the release remains on schedule. Pre-release ticket sales have already begun in the US. New trailer to drop soon Mohanlal recently shared a new poster confirming that the film has not been delayed, and a trailer is expected to drop soon. L2: Empuraan is speculated to be the most expensive Malayalam film ever made. The greatest trick the DEVIL ever pulled..was convincing the world he doesn’t exist! pic.twitter.com/HxWG5v7gZk — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) March 15, 2025 Also Read: Detective Conan: One-eyed Flashback movie drops second trailer A star-studded cast The film boasts an ensemble cast, including Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, Indrajith Sukumaran, Manju Warrier, Saniya Iyappan, Saikumar, Baiju Santhosh, Fazil, and Sachin Khedekar. Also Read: Avengers: Doomsday directors confirm that recent concept art leaks are fake What is L2: Empuraan about? The official synopsis reads: "After seizing control as Khureshi-Ab’raam, Stephen Nedumpally expands his global empire, facing betrayals, political conspiracies, and enemies from the past. As hidden truths surface, his journey takes an unexpected turn, forcing him into a deadly game of power, revenge, and survival. L2: Empuraan unveils the man beyond the myth." #L2E #Empuraan Teaser Out Now! https://t.co/EODuQdzkT0 In theatres worldwide 27th March 2025! — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) January 27, 2025 Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, L2: Empuraan will be released in all major Indian languages and is set for a worldwide theatrical release on March 27, 2025. Also Read: District 9's Neill Blomkamp to direct Starship Troopers reboot

Mohanlal's L2 Empuraan release back on track as Sree Gokulam movies acquire rights from Lyca

<p>The new teaser for the highly anticipated Telugu mythological epic <em>Kannappa,</em> starring Vishnu Manchu, is out, offering a glimpse of an intense battle between warring clans, shot against the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">The wait is over! 🏹<br>Presenting the much-anticipated Teaser-2 from <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Kannappa?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Kannappa</a>🏹 &mdash; a powerful tale of devotion, courage &amp; sacrifice brought to life on the grand cinematic canvas.<br><br>Witness the legend unfold!<br><br>🏠 Har Har Mahadev 🔱<br>Har Ghar Mahadev 🔥<br><br>👉 Watch now:<br><br>🔗Telugu:&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/oWZjYLYe4Q">pic.twitter.com/oWZjYLYe4Q</a></p>
&mdash; Kannappa The Movie (@kannappamovie) <a href="https://twitter.com/kannappamovie/status/1895712059595301309?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 1, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<h2>Akshay Kumar as Lord Shiva and Prabhas as Rudra</h2>
<p>The biggest highlight of the teaser is the reveal of Akshay Kumar as Lord Shiva and Prabhas as Rudra. Fans also get a quick glimpse of Mohanlal and Kajal Aggarwal, adding to the hype.</p>
<p>Helmed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, <em>Kannappa</em> is one of the biggest Telugu films of the year, featuring a massive ensemble cast and special appearances by some of India's biggest stars.</p>
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<h2>Star-studded cast and cameos</h2>
<p>Alongside Prabhas and Akshay Kumar, the film features Kajal Aggarwal as Goddess Parvati and Mohanlal as Kirāta. Rumours suggest Rajinikanth, Vijay, and Ajith might also make cameo appearances, though no official confirmation has been made.</p>
<h2>Budget, production, and release</h2>
<p>With a budget of ₹150 crore ($17.2 million), <em>Kannappa</em> is written by Vishnu Manchu, with cinematography by Sheldon Chau and music composed by Stephen Devassy. Filming began on 25 September 2023 in New Zealand and wrapped up in May 2024 in Hyderabad.</p>
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<h2>The supporting cast</h2>
<p>The film follows <em>Kannappa</em>, played by Vishnu Manchu, a tribal hunter who becomes a devotee of Shiva. The supporting cast includes Mohan Babu, R. Sarathkumar, Madhoo, Mukesh Rishi, Yogi Babu, Devaraj, and Siva Balaji.</p>
<p><em>Kannappa</em> will be released in all major Indian languages and is set to hit theatres worldwide on 25 April 2025.</p>
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The new teaser for the Telugu mythological epic Kannappa, which stars Vishnu Manchu, is out and it teases an epic battle between warring clans.

The new teaser for the highly anticipated Telugu mythological epic Kannappa, starring Vishnu Manchu, is out, offering a glimpse of an intense battle between warring clans, shot against the breathtaking landscapes of New Zealand. The wait is over! 🏹 Presenting the much-anticipated Teaser-2 from #Kannappa🏹 — a powerful tale of devotion, courage & sacrifice brought to life on the grand cinematic canvas. Witness the legend unfold! 🏠 Har Har Mahadev 🔱 Har Ghar Mahadev 🔥 👉 Watch now: 🔗Telugu:… pic.twitter.com/oWZjYLYe4Q — Kannappa The Movie (@kannappamovie) March 1, 2025 Also Read: Lanterns showrunner shares details on the upcoming DCU series Akshay Kumar as Lord Shiva and Prabhas as Rudra The biggest highlight of the teaser is the reveal of Akshay Kumar as Lord Shiva and Prabhas as Rudra. Fans also get a quick glimpse of Mohanlal and Kajal Aggarwal, adding to the hype. Helmed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, Kannappa is one of the biggest Telugu films of the year, featuring a massive ensemble cast and special appearances by some of India's biggest stars. Also Read: Razzie Awards 2025: Madame Web 'wins' Worst Picture, Francis Ford Coppola 'wins' Worst Director Star-studded cast and cameos Alongside Prabhas and Akshay Kumar, the film features Kajal Aggarwal as Goddess Parvati and Mohanlal as Kirāta. Rumours suggest Rajinikanth, Vijay, and Ajith might also make cameo appearances, though no official confirmation has been made. Budget, production, and release With a budget of ₹150 crore ($17.2 million), Kannappa is written by Vishnu Manchu, with cinematography by Sheldon Chau and music composed by Stephen Devassy. Filming began on 25 September 2023 in New Zealand and wrapped up in May 2024 in Hyderabad. Also Read: Leaked: Plot details emerge for Ryan Gosling's Star Wars movie with Shawn Levy The supporting cast The film follows Kannappa, played by Vishnu Manchu, a tribal hunter who becomes a devotee of Shiva. The supporting cast includes Mohan Babu, R. Sarathkumar, Madhoo, Mukesh Rishi, Yogi Babu, Devaraj, and Siva Balaji. Kannappa will be released in all major Indian languages and is set to hit theatres worldwide on 25 April 2025. Also Read: Good Bad Ugly teaser: Fans can't get enough of Ajith's de-aged look

Kannappa teaser unveils epic battles and star-studded cameos

<p>Makers of Mohanlal starrer <em>L2: Empuraan</em> are aiming to make the film a truly global experience. The cast includes actors from the Malayalam film industry as well as French and British actors. On Monday, it was revealed that French actor Eriq Ebouaney will be a part of the film. The first look of his character was unveiled on Monday with a new poster of the film on social media, and the actor will play a negative character named Kabuga.&nbsp;<br><br>Mohanlal's <em>L2: Empuraan</em> is being helmed by Prithviraj Sukumaran.&nbsp;</p>
<h2>Eriq Ebouaney on working in Malayalam film</h2>
<p>In a statement, the French actor called <em>L2: Empuraan</em> an &ldquo;international film.&rdquo; &ldquo;It was an amazing experience to be part of this crew, those beautiful locations all over the world.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>
<p>The actor also highlighted the quality of the film in comparison to the projects he has been part of in Europe, Africa, and the USA. &ldquo;This one was so mind-blowing,&rdquo; he said.</p>
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<h2>Where have you seen Eriq Ebouaney before?</h2>
<p>The actor is best known for his portrayals in Brian De Palma&rsquo;s<em> Femme Fatale</em> and <em>Transporter 3 </em>opposite Jason Statham. He is also a regular in the post-apocalyptic horror drama series<em> The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon</em>, which is the fifth spin-off series in&nbsp;<em>The Walking Dead </em>franchise.</p>
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<p><em>L2: Empuraan</em> also brings back the original cast from the film&rsquo;s first installment, including Tovino Thomas, Manju Warrier, Indrajith Sukumaran, Saikumar, Nandu, Fazil, Saniya Iyappan, Sshivada, Jaise Jose, Baiju Santhosh, Sachin Khedekar, Nyla Usha, Giju John, Aneesh G Menon, Sivaji Guruvayoor, and Murugan Martin, among others.</p>
<h2>Game of Thrones star in L2: Empuraan</h2>
<p>Along with Eriq, new cast additions in the sequel include Andrea Tivadar, Manikuttan, Nikhat Khan Hedge, Satyajit Sharma, Oziel Jivani, Aishwarya Ojha, Nayan Bhatt, Shubhangi Latkar, and Behzaad Khan.&nbsp;</p>
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<p><em>Game Of Thrones&nbsp;</em>actor Jerome Flynn is also part of the film. The actor plays Boris Oliver in the film.&nbsp;<br><br>&ldquo;I play the part of Boris in <em>Empuraan</em> or<em> L2:E</em>. I can&rsquo;t quite remember how I got roped into this job, but I&rsquo;m so glad I did because it was a completely different experience from what I&rsquo;m used to having over in the UK or the US. To be part of the Mollywood culture of things and to get a taste of that was really special," Flynn said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>
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Entertainment  Makers of Mohanlal starrer L2: Empuraan are aiming to make the film a truly global experience. The cast includes actors from the Malayalam film industry as well as French and British actors.

Makers of Mohanlal starrer L2: Empuraan are aiming to make the film a truly global experience. The cast includes actors from the Malayalam film industry as well as French and British actors. On Monday, it was revealed that French actor Eriq Ebouaney will be a part of the film. The first look of his character was unveiled on Monday with a new poster of the film on social media, and the actor will play a negative character named Kabuga. Mohanlal's L2: Empuraan is being helmed by Prithviraj Sukumaran. Eriq Ebouaney on working in Malayalam film In a statement, the French actor called L2: Empuraan an “international film.” “It was an amazing experience to be part of this crew, those beautiful locations all over the world.” The actor also highlighted the quality of the film in comparison to the projects he has been part of in Europe, Africa, and the USA. “This one was so mind-blowing,” he said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aashirvad Cinemas (@aashirvadcine) Where have you seen Eriq Ebouaney before? The actor is best known for his portrayals in Brian De Palma’s Femme Fatale and Transporter 3 opposite Jason Statham. He is also a regular in the post-apocalyptic horror drama series The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon, which is the fifth spin-off series in The Walking Dead franchise. Not again! Actor Ajith Kumar survives another scary crash during race in Spain L2: Empuraan also brings back the original cast from the film’s first installment, including Tovino Thomas, Manju Warrier, Indrajith Sukumaran, Saikumar, Nandu, Fazil, Saniya Iyappan, Sshivada, Jaise Jose, Baiju Santhosh, Sachin Khedekar, Nyla Usha, Giju John, Aneesh G Menon, Sivaji Guruvayoor, and Murugan Martin, among others. Game of Thrones star in L2: Empuraan Along with Eriq, new cast additions in the sequel include Andrea Tivadar, Manikuttan, Nikhat Khan Hedge, Satyajit Sharma, Oziel Jivani, Aishwarya Ojha, Nayan Bhatt, Shubhangi Latkar, and Behzaad Khan. Character No.06 Andrea Tivadar as Michele Menuhin in #L2E #EMPURAAN Watch : https://t.co/gTogjXTblx Malayalam | Tamil | Telugu | Kannada | Hindi#March27@PrithviOfficial #muraligopy @antonypbvr @aashirvadcine @Subaskaran_A @LycaProductions @gkmtamilkumaran @prithvirajprod… pic.twitter.com/f313hAiEIN — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) February 24, 2025 Robert Pattinson's Batman not part of DCU, insider says Game Of Thrones actor Jerome Flynn is also part of the film. The actor plays Boris Oliver in the film. “I play the part of Boris in Empuraan or L2:E. I can’t quite remember how I got roped into this job, but I’m so glad I did because it was a completely different experience from what I’m used to having over in the UK or the US. To be part of the Mollywood culture of things and to get a taste of that was really special," Flynn said in a statement. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aashirvad Cinemas (@aashirvadcine) Produced by Aashirvad Cinemas in association with Lyca Productions, L2: Empuraan is set for a worldwide release in theatres on March 27. Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal’s Girls Will Be Girls wins John Cassavetes at Independent Spirit Awards

French actor Eriq Ebouaney part of Mohanlal’s new film L2 Empuraan

<p><span>Malayalam superstar Mohanlal on Thursday confirmed that he is set to reunite with filmmaker Jeethu Joseph for the third installment of the crime thriller franchise<em> Drishyam.</em></span></p>
<p><span>The actor, who will next be seen in <em>L2: Empuraan </em>made the announcement on his official X page.</span></p>
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<p><span>"The Past Never Stays Silent. Drishyam 3 Confirmed! #Drishyam3," he wrote on the microblogging site.</span></p>
<p><span><em>Drishyam</em> chronicles the struggle of Georgekutty, played by Mohanlal, and his family, who come under suspicion when the son of the Inspector General of Police gets killed.</span></p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">The Past Never Stays Silent<br><br>Drishyam 3 Confirmed!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Drishyam3?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Drishyam3</a> <a href="https://t.co/xZ8R7N82un">pic.twitter.com/xZ8R7N82un</a></p>
&mdash; Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) <a href="https://twitter.com/Mohanlal/status/1892504251609370757?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 20, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<p><span>Produced by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Aashirvad Cinemas, the first film in the franchise was a box office hit when it was released in 2013. Its sequel, <em>Drishyam 2</em>, which came out in 2022, ended on a cliffhanger.</span></p>
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<p><span>The path-breaking success and acclaim of <em>Drishyam</em>&nbsp;led to its remake in several languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Chinese (Mandarin) and Sinhalese.</span></p>

Entertainment: Drishyam chronicles the struggle of Georgekutty, played by Mohanlal, and his family, who come under suspicion when the son of the Inspector General of Police gets killed.

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal on Thursday confirmed that he is set to reunite with filmmaker Jeethu Joseph for the third installment of the crime thriller franchise Drishyam. The actor, who will next be seen in L2: Empuraan made the announcement on his official X page. Also read: CID on Netflix! When and how you can watch India's famous crime-show on streaming giant "The Past Never Stays Silent. Drishyam 3 Confirmed! #Drishyam3," he wrote on the microblogging site. Drishyam chronicles the struggle of Georgekutty, played by Mohanlal, and his family, who come under suspicion when the son of the Inspector General of Police gets killed. The Past Never Stays Silent Drishyam 3 Confirmed!#Drishyam3 pic.twitter.com/xZ8R7N82un — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) February 20, 2025 Produced by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Aashirvad Cinemas, the first film in the franchise was a box office hit when it was released in 2013. Its sequel, Drishyam 2, which came out in 2022, ended on a cliffhanger. Also read: Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava declared tax-free in Madhya Pradesh and Goa The path-breaking success and acclaim of Drishyam led to its remake in several languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Chinese (Mandarin) and Sinhalese.

Confirmed! Mohanlal announces Drishyam 3 with Jeethu Joseph

<p>Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, <em>Kannappa</em> is one of the Biggest and Most Anticipated Telugu Films of the Year. The mythological film boasts a star-studded cast and features cameos from some of the biggest stars in the country.</p>
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<h2>First Look of Prabhas as Rudra</h2>
<p>Fans have just received their first look at Prabhas's character, Rudra, from the film. In the Vedas, Rudra is an avatar of Shiva.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">PRABHAS AS RUDRA - FIRST LOOK IS HERE... PAN-INDIA FILM 'KANNAPPA' TO RELEASE ON 25 APRIL 2025... <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FirstLook?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FirstLook</a> of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Prabhas?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Prabhas</a> from the highly-anticipated film <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Kannappa?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Kannappa</a> is out now... Arrives in *cinemas* on 25 April 2025.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Kannappa?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Kannappa</a> features <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VishnuManchu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VishnuManchu</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PreityMukhundhan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PreityMukhundhan</a>, with&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/Ncw0fVKTKu">pic.twitter.com/Ncw0fVKTKu</a></p>
&mdash; taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) <a href="https://twitter.com/taran_adarsh/status/1886286917756404149?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 3, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<h2>Star-Studded Cameos</h2>
<p>Along with Prabhas, the film will feature a cameo from Akshay Kumar as Lord Shiva, Kajal Aggarwal as Goddess Parvati, and Mohanlal as Kirāta. There are rumours that Rajinikanth, Vijay, and Ajith will also make cameo appearances, but no official confirmation has been made.</p>
<h2>Kannappa's Plot and Cast</h2>
<p>From what we know of the plot, the film follows Kannappa, played by Vishnu Manchu, a tribal hunter who becomes a devotee of Shiva. The ensemble cast includes Mohan Babu, R. Sarathkumar, Madhoo, Mukesh Rishi, Yogi Babu, Devaraj, and Siva Balaji.</p>
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<h2>The Crew</h2>
<p>The film has been made on a budget of ₹150 crore ($17.2 million), with a script written by Vishnu Manchu, cinematography by Sheldon Chau, and music composed by Stephen Devassy. Filming began on Sep 25, 2023, in New Zealand and concluded in May 2024 in Hyderabad.</p>
<p><em>Kannappa</em> will be released in all major Indian languages and will hit the big screen worldwide on April 25, 2025.</p>
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The first-look poster for Prabhas's character in Kannappa is out. The actor will play Rudra in the upcoming mythological drama, which stars Vishnu Manchu.

Directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh, Kannappa is one of the Biggest and Most Anticipated Telugu Films of the Year. The mythological film boasts a star-studded cast and features cameos from some of the biggest stars in the country. Also Read: Grammys 2025: Sabrina Carpenter wins her first Grammy, defeats Taylor Swift in Best Pop Vocal Album category First Look of Prabhas as Rudra Fans have just received their first look at Prabhas's character, Rudra, from the film. In the Vedas, Rudra is an avatar of Shiva. PRABHAS AS RUDRA - FIRST LOOK IS HERE... PAN-INDIA FILM 'KANNAPPA' TO RELEASE ON 25 APRIL 2025... #FirstLook of #Prabhas from the highly-anticipated film #Kannappa is out now... Arrives in *cinemas* on 25 April 2025.#Kannappa features #VishnuManchu and #PreityMukhundhan, with… pic.twitter.com/Ncw0fVKTKu — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) February 3, 2025 Also Read: Kanye West and Bianca Censori's shocking appearance on Grammys red carpet leads to hilarious reactions on the Internet Star-Studded Cameos Along with Prabhas, the film will feature a cameo from Akshay Kumar as Lord Shiva, Kajal Aggarwal as Goddess Parvati, and Mohanlal as Kirāta. There are rumours that Rajinikanth, Vijay, and Ajith will also make cameo appearances, but no official confirmation has been made. Kannappa's Plot and Cast From what we know of the plot, the film follows Kannappa, played by Vishnu Manchu, a tribal hunter who becomes a devotee of Shiva. The ensemble cast includes Mohan Babu, R. Sarathkumar, Madhoo, Mukesh Rishi, Yogi Babu, Devaraj, and Siva Balaji. Also Read: Elliot Page joins the cast of Christopher Nolan's Odyssey The Crew The film has been made on a budget of ₹150 crore ($17.2 million), with a script written by Vishnu Manchu, cinematography by Sheldon Chau, and music composed by Stephen Devassy. Filming began on Sep 25, 2023, in New Zealand and concluded in May 2024 in Hyderabad. Kannappa will be released in all major Indian languages and will hit the big screen worldwide on April 25, 2025. Also Read: Grammys 2025 Red Carpet: All the drama, All the hotness

Kannappa: Check out Prabhas's first look from the upcoming mythological epic

<p>One of the most anticipated Malayalam films of the year is the second instalment in the <em>Lucife</em>r franchise, <em>L2: Empuraan</em>. Fans finally got their first look at the teaser on Sunday, and it did not disappoint. While the teaser did not reveal much about the plot, it showcased glimpses of an intense desert action sequence.</p>
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<p>Speaking at the press meet for the teaser, director Prithviraj Sukumaran, who also stars alongside Mohanlal in the film, revealed that there are plans for a third instalment in the franchise.</p>
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<h2>Lucifer 3</h2>
<p>At the press event, Prithviraj shared that he and writer Murali Gopy knew from the start that telling the story they envisioned would take more than one film.</p>
<p>He added that similar to Lucifer, they would only officially announce the third instalment after gauging audience reception for <em>L2: Empuraan</em>. Prithviraj also hinted that by the end of Empuraan, audiences will be eager to learn more about Mohanlal's enigmatic character, Khureshi Ab'raam. He concluded by expressing his gratitude to fans for their continued love and support.</p>
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<h2>Will History Repeat?</h2>
<p>The 2019 Lucifer marked Prithviraj Sukumaran's directorial debut and starred Mohanlal as Khureshi Ab'raam/Stephen Nedumpally. The film was one of the most expensive Malayalam movies ever made and became the first Malayalam film to gross over ₹200 crore at the box office. It was later remade in Telugu with Chiranjeevi.</p>
<p>The original film featured an ensemble cast, including Vivek Oberoi, Manju Warrier, Tovino Thomas, Shakti Kapoor, Indrajith Sukumaran, Bala, and Saniya Iyappan&mdash;all of whom are set to reprise their roles in <em>L2: Empuraan</em>.</p>
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<p>While no official confirmation has been made, insiders report that the sequel has a budget of ₹400 crore, making it the most expensive Malayalam film ever produced.</p>
<h2>Release Details</h2>
<p>We are sure to know more plot details when the trailer drops in the coming weeks. L2: Empuraan will be released in all major Indian languages and is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on 27 March 2025.</p>
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Entertainment: During the press event for the recent launch of the teaser for the upcoming second instalment in the Lucifer franchise, director Prithviraj addressed a potential third instalment.

One of the most anticipated Malayalam films of the year is the second instalment in the Lucifer franchise, L2: Empuraan. Fans finally got their first look at the teaser on Sunday, and it did not disappoint. While the teaser did not reveal much about the plot, it showcased glimpses of an intense desert action sequence. Speaking at the press meet for the teaser, director Prithviraj Sukumaran, who also stars alongside Mohanlal in the film, revealed that there are plans for a third instalment in the franchise. Also Read: Alien: Earth drops teaser, checkout the first look poster for the upcoming installment in the Alien franchise Lucifer 3 At the press event, Prithviraj shared that he and writer Murali Gopy knew from the start that telling the story they envisioned would take more than one film. He added that similar to Lucifer, they would only officially announce the third instalment after gauging audience reception for L2: Empuraan. Prithviraj also hinted that by the end of Empuraan, audiences will be eager to learn more about Mohanlal's enigmatic character, Khureshi Ab'raam. He concluded by expressing his gratitude to fans for their continued love and support. Also Read: Fans of Netflix's One Piece will face a long wait for season 2 release Will History Repeat? The 2019 Lucifer marked Prithviraj Sukumaran's directorial debut and starred Mohanlal as Khureshi Ab'raam/Stephen Nedumpally. The film was one of the most expensive Malayalam movies ever made and became the first Malayalam film to gross over ₹200 crore at the box office. It was later remade in Telugu with Chiranjeevi. The original film featured an ensemble cast, including Vivek Oberoi, Manju Warrier, Tovino Thomas, Shakti Kapoor, Indrajith Sukumaran, Bala, and Saniya Iyappan—all of whom are set to reprise their roles in L2: Empuraan. Also Read: The Man of Steel takes flight in new TV spot for James Gunn's Superman: Legacy While no official confirmation has been made, insiders report that the sequel has a budget of ₹400 crore, making it the most expensive Malayalam film ever produced. Release Details We are sure to know more plot details when the trailer drops in the coming weeks. L2: Empuraan will be released in all major Indian languages and is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on 27 March 2025. Also Read: Alexander Hamilton returns to SNL: Lin-Manuel Miranda reprises role for this week's cold open

Prithviraj Sukumaran teases Lucifer 3 with Mohanlal at L2: Empuraan press meet

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<p>It was a good start to the week for Mohanlal fans, as makers for his next movie teased a first-look picture from the film in which he plays the mighty Kirata. The film is titled <em>Kannappa</em> and is based on the legend of Kannappa, a devotee of Lord Shiva. </p></p>
<p>Mohanlal will play the role of Kirata in the film. The film boasts of a huge star cast. </p>
<p>Mukesh Kumar's <em>Kannappa</em> is based on the legend of a devotee of Lord Shiva. In the poster, Mohanlal looks fierce in a tribal avatar, with black paint on his face, sporting a huge beard and long hair. He is dressed as the mythological character and carries a sword in his hand. </p>
<p>The poster also teased what to expect. The poster read, “Master of the Pashupatastra! The victor over the victorious. The legendary kirata of the forest.”</p>
<p>Vishnu Manchu shared the poster on X and wrote, ‘‘KIRATA’! The legend Sri. Mohanlal in #Kannappa. I had the honor of sharing the screen space with one of the greatest Actor of our time. This entire sequence will be ?.”</p>
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<h2><strong>About Kannappa</strong></h2>
<p>Based on a true story, the upcoming movie will follow the journey of Kannappa, an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva. </p>
<p>Meanwhile, actors Vishnu Manchu, Mohan Babu, and Prabhu Deva showcased the teaser of the fantasy drama at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year. After the screening, Vishnu wrote on X, “We showcased the teaser of *Kannappa* here in Cannes, and it received an overwhelmingly positive response! International distributors, local Indians, and everyone who saw it absolutely loved it. I am excited and have butterflies in my stomach after witnessing such fantastic reactions.”</p>
<p>The film, produced by Mohan Babu, boasts a star cast including Mohanlal, Prabhas, and Akshay Kumar. The screenplay for <em>Kannappa</em> has been penned by Vishnu, with Paruchuri Gopala Krishna, Eshwar Reddy, G Nageswara Reddy, and Thota Prasad being credited for the story.</p>
<p><em>Kannappa</em> will be released in theatres on April 25, 2025.</p>


Mohanlal will play the role of Kirata in the film. The film boasts of a huge star cast. 



New Delhi It was a good start to the week for Mohanlal fans, as makers for his next movie teased a first-look picture from the film in which he plays the mighty Kirata. The film is titled Kannappa and is based on the legend of Kannappa, a devotee of Lord Shiva. Mohanlal will play the role of Kirata in the film. The film boasts of a huge star cast. Mukesh Kumar's Kannappa is based on the legend of a devotee of Lord Shiva. In the poster, Mohanlal looks fierce in a tribal avatar, with black paint on his face, sporting a huge beard and long hair. He is dressed as the mythological character and carries a sword in his hand. The poster also teased what to expect. The poster read, “Master of the Pashupatastra! The victor over the victorious. The legendary kirata of the forest.” Vishnu Manchu shared the poster on X and wrote, ‘‘KIRATA’! The legend Sri. Mohanlal in #Kannappa. I had the honor of sharing the screen space with one of the greatest Actor of our time. This entire sequence will be ?.” ‘KIRATA’! The legend Sri. Mohanlal in #Kannappa. I had the honor of sharing the screen space with one of the greatest Actor of our time. This entire sequence will be ????? ! @Mohanlal pic.twitter.com/q9imkDZIxz — Vishnu Manchu (@iVishnuManchu) December 16, 2024 × Also read: 'His legacy will live on forever': PM Modi, Kamal Haasan and others pays tribute to Zakir Hussain About Kannappa Based on a true story, the upcoming movie will follow the journey of Kannappa, an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva. Meanwhile, actors Vishnu Manchu, Mohan Babu, and Prabhu Deva showcased the teaser of the fantasy drama at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year. After the screening, Vishnu wrote on X, “We showcased the teaser of *Kannappa* here in Cannes, and it received an overwhelmingly positive response! International distributors, local Indians, and everyone who saw it absolutely loved it. I am excited and have butterflies in my stomach after witnessing such fantastic reactions.” The film, produced by Mohan Babu, boasts a star cast including Mohanlal, Prabhas, and Akshay Kumar. The screenplay for Kannappa has been penned by Vishnu, with Paruchuri Gopala Krishna, Eshwar Reddy, G Nageswara Reddy, and Thota Prasad being credited for the story. Kannappa will be released in theatres on April 25, 2025.

Kannappa: Mohanlal looks unrecognisable as Kirata in first-look poster for Vishnu Manchu-starrer

<p>It was a good start to the week for Mohanlal fans, as makers for his next movie teased a first-look picture from the film in which he plays the mighty Kirata. The film is titled&nbsp;<em>Kannappa</em> and is based on the legend of Kannappa, a devotee of Lord Shiva.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mohanlal will play the role of Kirata in the film. The film boasts of a huge star cast.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mukesh Kumar's <em>Kannappa</em> is based on the legend of a devotee of Lord Shiva. In the poster, Mohanlal looks&nbsp;fierce in a tribal avatar, with black paint on his face, sporting a huge beard and long hair. He is dressed as the mythological character and carries&nbsp;a sword in his hand.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The poster also teased what to expect. The poster read, “Master of the Pashupatastra! The victor over the victorious. The legendary kirata of the forest.”</p>

<p>Vishnu Manchu shared the poster on X and wrote, ‘‘KIRATA’! The legend Sri. Mohanlal in #Kannappa. I had the honor of sharing the screen space with one of the greatest Actor of our time. This entire sequence will be 💣.”</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">‘KIRATA’! The legend Sri. Mohanlal in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Kannappa?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Kannappa</a>. I had the honor of sharing the screen space with one of the greatest Actor of our time. This entire sequence will be 💣💣💣💣💣 ! <a href="https://twitter.com/Mohanlal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Mohanlal</a> <a href="https://t.co/q9imkDZIxz">pic.twitter.com/q9imkDZIxz</a></p>
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<h2><strong>About Kannappa</strong></h2>

<p>Based on a true story, the upcoming movie will follow the journey of Kannappa, an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, actors Vishnu Manchu, Mohan Babu, and Prabhu Deva showcased the teaser of the fantasy drama at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year. After the screening, Vishnu wrote on X, “We showcased the teaser of *Kannappa* here in Cannes, and it received an overwhelmingly positive response! International distributors, local Indians, and everyone who saw it absolutely loved it. I am excited and have butterflies in my stomach after witnessing such fantastic reactions.”</p>

<p>The film, produced by Mohan Babu, boasts a star cast including Mohanlal, Prabhas, and Akshay Kumar. The screenplay for <em>Kannappa</em> has been penned by Vishnu, with Paruchuri Gopala Krishna, Eshwar Reddy, G Nageswara Reddy, and Thota Prasad being credited for the story.</p>

<p><em>Kannappa</em> will be released in theatres on April 25, 2025.</p>


It was a good start to the week for Mohanlal fans, as makers for his next movie teased a first-look picture from the film in which he plays the mighty Kirata. The film is titled Kannappa and is based on the legend of Kannappa, a devotee of Lord Shiva.

It was a good start to the week for Mohanlal fans, as makers for his next movie teased a first-look picture from the film in which he plays the mighty Kirata. The film is titled Kannappa and is based on the legend of Kannappa, a devotee of Lord Shiva. Mohanlal will play the role of Kirata in the film. The film boasts of a huge star cast. Mukesh Kumar's Kannappa is based on the legend of a devotee of Lord Shiva. In the poster, Mohanlal looks fierce in a tribal avatar, with black paint on his face, sporting a huge beard and long hair. He is dressed as the mythological character and carries a sword in his hand. The poster also teased what to expect. The poster read, “Master of the Pashupatastra! The victor over the victorious. The legendary kirata of the forest.” Vishnu Manchu shared the poster on X and wrote, ‘‘KIRATA’! The legend Sri. Mohanlal in #Kannappa. I had the honor of sharing the screen space with one of the greatest Actor of our time. This entire sequence will be 💣.” ‘KIRATA’! The legend Sri. Mohanlal in #Kannappa. I had the honor of sharing the screen space with one of the greatest Actor of our time. This entire sequence will be 💣💣💣💣💣 ! @Mohanlal pic.twitter.com/q9imkDZIxz — Vishnu Manchu (@iVishnuManchu) December 16, 2024 × Also read: 'His legacy will live on forever': PM Modi, Kamal Haasan and others pays tribute to Zakir Hussain About Kannappa Based on a true story, the upcoming movie will follow the journey of Kannappa, an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva. Meanwhile, actors Vishnu Manchu, Mohan Babu, and Prabhu Deva showcased the teaser of the fantasy drama at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year. After the screening, Vishnu wrote on X, “We showcased the teaser of *Kannappa* here in Cannes, and it received an overwhelmingly positive response! International distributors, local Indians, and everyone who saw it absolutely loved it. I am excited and have butterflies in my stomach after witnessing such fantastic reactions.” The film, produced by Mohan Babu, boasts a star cast including Mohanlal, Prabhas, and Akshay Kumar. The screenplay for Kannappa has been penned by Vishnu, with Paruchuri Gopala Krishna, Eshwar Reddy, G Nageswara Reddy, and Thota Prasad being credited for the story. Kannappa will be released in theatres on April 25, 2025.

<p>Malayalam superstar Mohanlal says he will definitely come and work in Hindi movies if filmmakers in Bollywood offer him roles.</p>

<p>One of the most influential Malayalam cinema stars, Mohanlal has been part of over 300 films, including all time hits such as "Manichitrathazhu", "Kireedam", "Bharatham", "Drishyam" and "Pulimurugan".</p>

<p>“I have done a couple of Hindi films also. But now most of my other films are dubbed into Hindi. When somebody calls me for a role I'll definitely come and work. I don't mind. I don't have a choice. As actors we don't have a choice. Let it come. Let it happen,” Mohanlal, who has previously starred in Hindi films&nbsp;<br />
"Company" and "Ram Gopal Varma Ki Aag", told reporters here at the Hindi trailer launch of "Barroz".</p>

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<p>"Barroz", a 3D fantasy film based on Jijo Punnoose's novel “Barroz: Guardian of Da Gama's Treasure”, marks the directorial debut of the 64-year-old actor who also stars in the movie. The film revolves around Mohanlal's ghost character guarding the secret treasure of Vasco da Gama for over 400 years.</p>

<p>Mohanlal, who had invited Akshay Kumar, the star of many of his Hindi dubs including "Bhool Bhulaiyaa"&nbsp;<br />
('Manichitrathazhu'), as the chief guest for the trailer launch.</p>

<p>"It just happened. This is something special. I have done some plays for the National School of Drama. I&nbsp;<br />
have done some Sanskrit plays. I don't know Sanskrit but I have done it. So many things in my life just happen. We call it ‘vismayam'. It's an illusion. It was my ambition to do something special for my industry. So that is how ‘Barroz' came out,” he said about the film, which suffered some delays.</p>

<p>On comparison with Akshay in films that have been dubbed in Hindi, Mohanlal said actors can't be compared.</p>

<p>“Most of my films were remade into Hindi. And Akshay ji has done it. You cannot compare actors. This is totally different. Even the costume, character, body language, everything will be different. I love his films. I have seen most of the films of which Priyadarshan has remade. He's a brilliant actor. He's very punctual. And he loves his profession. He's a 100% professional actor. I'm not that professional,” Mohanlal said praising Akshay.</p>

<p>The “Sooryavanshi” star said he is an admirer of Mohanlal and has seen many of his films.<br />
“Like anyone else I am also a huge fan of Mohanlal sir. I have seen many of his films. In your first film, you were a villain in 1980. I remember that film. And then “Chitaram” which was directed by our friend&nbsp;<br />
Priyadarshan sahab. I have seen many such films with subtitles despite not knowing the language,” Akshay said.</p>

<p>The Bollywood star said not many films are made for children in India so he is looking forward to watch the movie with his daughter.</p>

<p>"Sir (Mohanlal) keeps telling me that he will keep the trial for me but I want to tell him that I will go and watch it in the theatre properly. It is a wonderful film. It's going to be a great experience. And I'm looking forward to see what kind of reaction my daughter is going to give, because that makes me very happy when she is very happy," Akshay said of the trailer.</p>

<p>The film also features Mayo Rao West and June Vig. Santosh Sivan is the cinematographer, while the music is composed by Lydian Nadhaswaran and Mark Kilian.</p>

<p>Produced by Antony Perumbavoor of Aashirward Cinemas in association with Pen Studios, Mohanlal's directorial debut Barroz, is set to release in 3D across Hindi, Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada languages. The film is set to hit theatres on December 27.</p>


Malayalam superstar Mohanlal says he will definitely come and work in Hindi movies if filmmakers in Bollywood offer him roles. One of the most influential Malayalam cinema stars, Mohanlal has been part of over 300 films, including all time hits such as "Manichitrathazhu", "Kireedam", "Bharatham", "Drishyam" and "Pulimurugan".

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal says he will definitely come and work in Hindi movies if filmmakers in Bollywood offer him roles. One of the most influential Malayalam cinema stars, Mohanlal has been part of over 300 films, including all time hits such as "Manichitrathazhu", "Kireedam", "Bharatham", "Drishyam" and "Pulimurugan". “I have done a couple of Hindi films also. But now most of my other films are dubbed into Hindi. When somebody calls me for a role I'll definitely come and work. I don't mind. I don't have a choice. As actors we don't have a choice. Let it come. Let it happen,” Mohanlal, who has previously starred in Hindi films "Company" and "Ram Gopal Varma Ki Aag", told reporters here at the Hindi trailer launch of "Barroz". View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mohanlal (@mohanlal) × "Barroz", a 3D fantasy film based on Jijo Punnoose's novel “Barroz: Guardian of Da Gama's Treasure”, marks the directorial debut of the 64-year-old actor who also stars in the movie. The film revolves around Mohanlal's ghost character guarding the secret treasure of Vasco da Gama for over 400 years. Mohanlal, who had invited Akshay Kumar, the star of many of his Hindi dubs including "Bhool Bhulaiyaa" ('Manichitrathazhu'), as the chief guest for the trailer launch. "It just happened. This is something special. I have done some plays for the National School of Drama. I have done some Sanskrit plays. I don't know Sanskrit but I have done it. So many things in my life just happen. We call it ‘vismayam'. It's an illusion. It was my ambition to do something special for my industry. So that is how ‘Barroz' came out,” he said about the film, which suffered some delays. On comparison with Akshay in films that have been dubbed in Hindi, Mohanlal said actors can't be compared. “Most of my films were remade into Hindi. And Akshay ji has done it. You cannot compare actors. This is totally different. Even the costume, character, body language, everything will be different. I love his films. I have seen most of the films of which Priyadarshan has remade. He's a brilliant actor. He's very punctual. And he loves his profession. He's a 100% professional actor. I'm not that professional,” Mohanlal said praising Akshay. The “Sooryavanshi” star said he is an admirer of Mohanlal and has seen many of his films. “Like anyone else I am also a huge fan of Mohanlal sir. I have seen many of his films. In your first film, you were a villain in 1980. I remember that film. And then “Chitaram” which was directed by our friend Priyadarshan sahab. I have seen many such films with subtitles despite not knowing the language,” Akshay said. The Bollywood star said not many films are made for children in India so he is looking forward to watch the movie with his daughter. "Sir (Mohanlal) keeps telling me that he will keep the trial for me but I want to tell him that I will go and watch it in the theatre properly. It is a wonderful film. It's going to be a great experience. And I'm looking forward to see what kind of reaction my daughter is going to give, because that makes me very happy when she is very happy," Akshay said of the trailer. The film also features Mayo Rao West and June Vig. Santosh Sivan is the cinematographer, while the music is composed by Lydian Nadhaswaran and Mark Kilian. Produced by Antony Perumbavoor of Aashirward Cinemas in association with Pen Studios, Mohanlal's directorial debut Barroz, is set to release in 3D across Hindi, Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada languages. The film is set to hit theatres on December 27.

Malayalam actor Mohanlal on working in Hindi movies: 'If somebody calls me for a role...'

<p><strong>Kerala #MeToo: </strong>Malayalam actor Mukesh was arrested and released on bail on Tuesday (Sep 24), while his colleague Siddique is absconding as police seek to nab him, as the law catches up with those in Kerala's movie industry accused of rape and sexual harassment in the wake of the Hema Committee report that shook the south Indian state.</p>

<p>Mukesh, who is also a state lawmaker from the ruling Communist party, was formally arrested before being released as he had secured anticipatory bail from a Kerala court. But Siddique was not so lucky. His bail plea was rejected by the Kerala High Court earlier in the day. He reportedly approached the Supreme Court and is absconding as police in Kochi city are trying to locate and arrest him.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;#Metoo haunts Malayalam cinema: Actor Mohanlal breaks silence on sex scandal</strong></p>

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<p>The complaint against Mukesh was filed by a former actress, who claimed that the Kollam Assembly constituency lawmaker raped her in 2010 at his flat in Kochi. He had promised to give her a membership in the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA),&nbsp;the actor's organisation now mired in controversy.</p>

<p>The actress had also complained against Edavela Babu, another long-term office bearer of AMMA.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/swara-bhasker-shares-her-thoughts-on-hema-committee-report-showbiz-is-patriarchal-and-feudal-754146"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Swara Bhasker shares her thoughts on Hema Committee report: 'Showbiz is patriarchal and feudal'</strong></a></p>

<p>The crime branch of the state has ordered the arrest of Siddique and a lookout circular has been issued against him at airports and other places, to prevent him from fleeing the country.</p>

<p>An actress had filed a complaint against Siddique, alleging that he had raped her in a government-owned hotel in the capital city of Thiruvananthapuram in 2016. She had gone there after being promised a role in a Tamil film, claimed the woman.</p>

<p>The woman had made allegations against Siddique on social media in the past, but came forward in the wake of the Hema Committee report, which looked into systemic abuse of women in the Malayalam film industry.</p>

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<p>After the new allegations, Siddique resigned as the general secretary of AMMA in August, just days after being elected to the post.</p>

<p>The executive committee of AMMA, chaired by superstar Mohanlal, resigned subsequently.</p>

<p>Both Mukesh and Siddique had denied the allegations made in the complaints.</p>

<p>Since the Hema Committee report was made public, several women came forward with allegations against some of the prominent names in the Kerala movie industry.</p>

<p>At least 11 FIRs or first information reports have been registered. Those accused include actors like Nivin Pauly, Jayasurya and Maniyanpilla Raju, as well as directors like Ranjith and Prakash.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Kerala #MeToo: Malayalam actor Mukesh was arrested and released on bail on Tuesday (Sep 24), while his colleague Siddique is absconding as police seek to nab him, as the law catches up with those in Kerala's movie industry accused of rape and sexual harassment in the wake of the Hema Committee report that shook the south Indian state.

Kerala #MeToo: Malayalam actor Mukesh was arrested and released on bail on Tuesday (Sep 24), while his colleague Siddique is absconding as police seek to nab him, as the law catches up with those in Kerala's movie industry accused of rape and sexual harassment in the wake of the Hema Committee report that shook the south Indian state. Mukesh, who is also a state lawmaker from the ruling Communist party, was formally arrested before being released as he had secured anticipatory bail from a Kerala court. But Siddique was not so lucky. His bail plea was rejected by the Kerala High Court earlier in the day. He reportedly approached the Supreme Court and is absconding as police in Kochi city are trying to locate and arrest him. Watch: #Metoo haunts Malayalam cinema: Actor Mohanlal breaks silence on sex scandal × The complaint against Mukesh was filed by a former actress, who claimed that the Kollam Assembly constituency lawmaker raped her in 2010 at his flat in Kochi. He had promised to give her a membership in the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA), the actor's organisation now mired in controversy. The actress had also complained against Edavela Babu, another long-term office bearer of AMMA. Also read: Swara Bhasker shares her thoughts on Hema Committee report: 'Showbiz is patriarchal and feudal' The crime branch of the state has ordered the arrest of Siddique and a lookout circular has been issued against him at airports and other places, to prevent him from fleeing the country. An actress had filed a complaint against Siddique, alleging that he had raped her in a government-owned hotel in the capital city of Thiruvananthapuram in 2016. She had gone there after being promised a role in a Tamil film, claimed the woman. The woman had made allegations against Siddique on social media in the past, but came forward in the wake of the Hema Committee report, which looked into systemic abuse of women in the Malayalam film industry. Also read: Khushbu Sundar on being abused by father amid Hema Committee report: 'Should've spoken earlier' After the new allegations, Siddique resigned as the general secretary of AMMA in August, just days after being elected to the post. The executive committee of AMMA, chaired by superstar Mohanlal, resigned subsequently. Both Mukesh and Siddique had denied the allegations made in the complaints. Since the Hema Committee report was made public, several women came forward with allegations against some of the prominent names in the Kerala movie industry. At least 11 FIRs or first information reports have been registered. Those accused include actors like Nivin Pauly, Jayasurya and Maniyanpilla Raju, as well as directors like Ranjith and Prakash. (With inputs from agencies)

Malayalam actor-MLA Mukesh arrested; Siddique likely to be held soon - Kerala #MeToo latest

<p>After the release of the Hema Committee report, the entire 17-member executive committee of the Association of Malayalam Movies Artistes (AMMA) including the president of the association and superstar Mohanlal resigned.&nbsp;Several questions were raised about the actor's silence on the crucial matter. And, now&nbsp;the actor has finally broken his silence, saying that he's not part of the “power group” mentioned in the report.</p>

<p>Adding that AMMA should not be blamed alone, the director said, ''We welcome the Hema Committee report. It was the right decision by the government to release that report. AMMA cannot answer all the questions. These questions should be asked from everyone. This is a very hardworking industry. Many people are involved in it. But everyone cannot be blamed for this. Those responsible will be punished, investigation is going on''.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As reported by news agency ANI, the actor urged not to destroy the industry during his first public appearance after his resignation.&nbsp;"We request you not to put all the focus on AMMA. Investigation is going on. Please don't destroy the industry," said&nbsp;Mohanlal.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The<em> Kireedam</em> actor said, "Wrongdoers should be punished if there is evidence against them," referring to the members of the association facing allegations of sexual misconduct.</p>

<p>In the wake of the Hema report, several female actors come forward, accusing their male counterparts of sexual harassment. Notably, several members of the AMMA association have been accused of sexual misconduct.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added, "We will cooperate in the investigation process. We are here only to set things right. I am not aware of any such power group. I am not a part of it. I have not read the Hema Committee report."</p>

<p>At the press conference, Mohanlal said that he had read the reports of him running away amid the tense situation. On these allegations, the actor said that he was away from the state due to his work commitments and his wife's surgery.</p>

<h2><strong>Mohanlal defends AMMA&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Speaking in favour of AMMA, the actor said that the association should not be blamed alone.<br />
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He said “cinema is only a slice of society, but I am not justifying what happened. AMMA Members are sentimental and are vulnerable to be shattered.''</p>

<p>“I welcome the report. I had turned up before the committee and shared everything I know. I am not a member of the power group (mentioned in the report). The report mentioned several issues. The entire Malayalam film industry is answerable. AMMA is not answerable for all issues,” he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added, “AMMA alone should not be crucified. A lot of organisations are involved. But only we are facing the questions,” he said.</p>

<p>Urging not to destroy the industry, the<em> Drishyam</em> actor said, ''We had toiled a lot to take the industry to the present stature. Please, do not destroy the industry by just focusing on this issue. AMMA is facing the questions. I haven’t run away from the issue. I was away from Kerala and was busy with my film project and wife’s surgery”.</p>


After the release of the Hema Committee report, the entire 17-member executive committee of the Association of Malayalam Movies Artistes (AMMA) including the president of the association and superstar Mohanlal resigned.

After the release of the Hema Committee report, the entire 17-member executive committee of the Association of Malayalam Movies Artistes (AMMA) including the president of the association and superstar Mohanlal resigned. Several questions were raised about the actor's silence on the crucial matter. And, now the actor has finally broken his silence, saying that he's not part of the “power group” mentioned in the report. Adding that AMMA should not be blamed alone, the director said, ''We welcome the Hema Committee report. It was the right decision by the government to release that report. AMMA cannot answer all the questions. These questions should be asked from everyone. This is a very hardworking industry. Many people are involved in it. But everyone cannot be blamed for this. Those responsible will be punished, investigation is going on''. As reported by news agency ANI, the actor urged not to destroy the industry during his first public appearance after his resignation. "We request you not to put all the focus on AMMA. Investigation is going on. Please don't destroy the industry," said Mohanlal. The Kireedam actor said, "Wrongdoers should be punished if there is evidence against them," referring to the members of the association facing allegations of sexual misconduct. In the wake of the Hema report, several female actors come forward, accusing their male counterparts of sexual harassment. Notably, several members of the AMMA association have been accused of sexual misconduct. He added, "We will cooperate in the investigation process. We are here only to set things right. I am not aware of any such power group. I am not a part of it. I have not read the Hema Committee report." At the press conference, Mohanlal said that he had read the reports of him running away amid the tense situation. On these allegations, the actor said that he was away from the state due to his work commitments and his wife's surgery. Mohanlal defends AMMA Speaking in favour of AMMA, the actor said that the association should not be blamed alone. He said “cinema is only a slice of society, but I am not justifying what happened. AMMA Members are sentimental and are vulnerable to be shattered.'' “I welcome the report. I had turned up before the committee and shared everything I know. I am not a member of the power group (mentioned in the report). The report mentioned several issues. The entire Malayalam film industry is answerable. AMMA is not answerable for all issues,” he said. He added, “AMMA alone should not be crucified. A lot of organisations are involved. But only we are facing the questions,” he said. Urging not to destroy the industry, the Drishyam actor said, ''We had toiled a lot to take the industry to the present stature. Please, do not destroy the industry by just focusing on this issue. AMMA is facing the questions. I haven’t run away from the issue. I was away from Kerala and was busy with my film project and wife’s surgery”.

'Wrongdoers should be punished': Mohanlal breaks silence on Hema report, defends AMMA

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<p>In the aftermath of the Justice K Hema Committee's explosive findings of harassment and abuse of women professionals in the Malayalam-language film industry, actor Mohanlal has resigned as the president of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 235-page document was produced by a three-member panel led by a former Kerala High Court judge. It sheds light on the stranglehold that a small group of male producers, directors, and actors exert over Mollywood, promoting a culture of abuse and inequality.</p>

<p>Along with Mohanlal, all the members of the executive committee have submitted their joint resignation, according to reports. A new committee will be formed after an election, says the film body.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Previously, director Ranjith Balakrishnan and actor Siddique stepped down from their leadership roles in the Kerala Chalachitra Academy and the AMMA, respectively. Their resignations came amid growing allegations of misconduct against them.</p>

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<p>Currently, a special investigation team, led by a senior police officer, is probing allegations of sexual abuse against several big names of Mollywood.</p>

<p>The report has reignited discussions of the #MeToo movement that gained global traction in 2017-18. The movement led to the arrest and conviction of infamous Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, actor Prithviraj Sukumaran has called for stronger actions from AMMA and other industry bodies in cases of sexual assault and abuse. He has criticised the lack of support for survivors, citing the organisation’s failure to address a complaint made by actress Sridevika against director Thulasidas. He urged the industry to listen to those affected and dismantle any groups that perpetuate such abuses.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In the aftermath of the Justice K Hema Committee's explosive findings of harassment and abuse of women professionals in the Malayalam-language film industry, actor Mohanlal has resigned as the president of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA).

In the aftermath of the Justice K Hema Committee's explosive findings of harassment and abuse of women professionals in the Malayalam-language film industry, actor Mohanlal has resigned as the president of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA). The 235-page document was produced by a three-member panel led by a former Kerala High Court judge. It sheds light on the stranglehold that a small group of male producers, directors, and actors exert over Mollywood, promoting a culture of abuse and inequality. Along with Mohanlal, all the members of the executive committee have submitted their joint resignation, according to reports. A new committee will be formed after an election, says the film body. Previously, director Ranjith Balakrishnan and actor Siddique stepped down from their leadership roles in the Kerala Chalachitra Academy and the AMMA, respectively. Their resignations came amid growing allegations of misconduct against them. Also read: Ayesha Takia calls trolls ‘peasants with an opinion’ in viral comeback post Currently, a special investigation team, led by a senior police officer, is probing allegations of sexual abuse against several big names of Mollywood. The report has reignited discussions of the #MeToo movement that gained global traction in 2017-18. The movement led to the arrest and conviction of infamous Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein. Also read: Wendy Williams makes first public appearance in over a year: Viral pics Meanwhile, actor Prithviraj Sukumaran has called for stronger actions from AMMA and other industry bodies in cases of sexual assault and abuse. He has criticised the lack of support for survivors, citing the organisation’s failure to address a complaint made by actress Sridevika against director Thulasidas. He urged the industry to listen to those affected and dismantle any groups that perpetuate such abuses. (With inputs from agencies)

Mohanlal steps down as AMMA president amid growing sexual assault allegations in Mollywood

<p>Malayalam superstar Mohanlal's directorial debut "Barroz" is now set to hit the screens on October 3. The release date of the 3D fantasy drama, which was announced back in 2019, has been delayed multiple times. It was previously scheduled to be released on March 28.</p>

<p>Mohanlal, who also stars in "Barroz", announced the new date of the movie's release. "'Barroz' is coming to reveal his secrets on 3rd October 2024. Mark your calendars for a magical adventure," the star wrote on X on Saturday.</p>

<p>The Malayalam-language film went on floors in 2021 and is based on Jijo Punnoose's novel "Barroz: Guardian of D'Gama's Treasure".</p>

<p>"Barroz" is backed by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Aashirvad Cinemas.</p>

<p>Santosh Sivan is the cinematographer, while the music is composed by Lydian Nadhaswaran and Mark Kilian.</p>

<p><em>Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION&nbsp;audience.</em></p>


Malayalam superstar Mohanlal's directorial debut "Barroz" is now set to hit the screens on October 3. The release date of the 3D fantasy drama, which was announced back in 2019, has been delayed multiple times.

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal's directorial debut "Barroz" is now set to hit the screens on October 3. The release date of the 3D fantasy drama, which was announced back in 2019, has been delayed multiple times. It was previously scheduled to be released on March 28. Mohanlal, who also stars in "Barroz", announced the new date of the movie's release. "'Barroz' is coming to reveal his secrets on 3rd October 2024. Mark your calendars for a magical adventure," the star wrote on X on Saturday. The Malayalam-language film went on floors in 2021 and is based on Jijo Punnoose's novel "Barroz: Guardian of D'Gama's Treasure". "Barroz" is backed by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Aashirvad Cinemas. Santosh Sivan is the cinematographer, while the music is composed by Lydian Nadhaswaran and Mark Kilian. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Mohanlal's 'Barroz' gets new release date

<p>Malayalam actor Mohanlal has been&nbsp;admitted to hospital after he complained of&nbsp;breathing issues. The veteran actor was taken to&nbsp;Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences in Kochi due to high fever, breathing difficulties, and generalised muscle pain.</p>

<p>The 64-year-old star is suspected to have a viral respiratory infection. As per the medical certificate, the 64-year-old has been advised to avoid crowded places and public interactions for five days.</p>

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<p data-t="{&quot;n&quot;:&quot;blueLinks&quot;}">Industry tracker Sreedhar Pillai shared a photo of&nbsp;the medical certificate of the doctor, who examined the actor. "This is to certify that I have examined Mr. Mohanlal, 64 years old male, MRD No. 1198168, he is having complaints of High grade fever, Breathing difficulty and generalised myalgia. He is suspected to have viral respiratory infection. He has been advised to take medications with 5 days rest and to avoid crowded places," the certificate&nbsp;reads.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-t="{&quot;n&quot;:&quot;blueLinks&quot;}">As per the statement, the actor was admitted on August 16.</p>

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<p>No official statement has been released by the actor's team yet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The news of Mohanlal's hospitalisation comes soon after he returned to Kochi after completing the shoot of <em>L2: Empuraan</em> in Gujarat</p>

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<p>The Malayalam superstar&nbsp;was last seen in an&nbsp;epic action drama film&nbsp;<em>Malaikottai Vaaliban</em>, released in January this year. The other films that he's currently working on are&nbsp;<em>Barroz, Kannappa </em>and<em> L2: Empuraan.</em></p>

<p>The actor is currently gearing up for the release of the next movie<em>, Barroz,</em>&nbsp;which also marks the actor's directorial debut. The&nbsp;3D fantasy drama is set to hit the screens on October 3.&nbsp;</p>


Malayalam actor Mohanlal has been admitted to hospital after he complained of breathing issues. The veteran actor was taken to Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences in Kochi due to high fever, breathing difficulties, and generalised muscle pain.

Malayalam actor Mohanlal has been admitted to hospital after he complained of breathing issues. The veteran actor was taken to Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences in Kochi due to high fever, breathing difficulties, and generalised muscle pain. The 64-year-old star is suspected to have a viral respiratory infection. As per the medical certificate, the 64-year-old has been advised to avoid crowded places and public interactions for five days. Shah Rukh Khan's daily regimen: Actor sleeps for 4-5 hours, eats just one meal a day Industry tracker Sreedhar Pillai shared a photo of the medical certificate of the doctor, who examined the actor. "This is to certify that I have examined Mr. Mohanlal, 64 years old male, MRD No. 1198168, he is having complaints of High grade fever, Breathing difficulty and generalised myalgia. He is suspected to have viral respiratory infection. He has been advised to take medications with 5 days rest and to avoid crowded places," the certificate reads. As per the statement, the actor was admitted on August 16. Wishing @Mohanlal a speedy recovery! ❤️‍🩹 pic.twitter.com/PjQ31OXcQa — Sreedhar Pillai (@sri50) August 18, 2024 × No official statement has been released by the actor's team yet. The news of Mohanlal's hospitalisation comes soon after he returned to Kochi after completing the shoot of L2: Empuraan in Gujarat Rajkummar Rao got a fatter paycheck for Stree 2 than Shraddha Kapoor? Mohanlal's Work Update The Malayalam superstar was last seen in an epic action drama film Malaikottai Vaaliban, released in January this year. The other films that he's currently working on are Barroz, Kannappa and L2: Empuraan. The actor is currently gearing up for the release of the next movie, Barroz, which also marks the actor's directorial debut. The 3D fantasy drama is set to hit the screens on October 3.

Actor Mohanlal hospitalised due to breathing issues: Reports

<p>The Kerala police on Friday arrested a YouTuber for allegedly making derogatory remarks against actor Mohanlal over his visit to the disaster-hit regions in Wayanad district donning army fatigues.<br />
Thiruvalla Police on Friday morning arrested Aju Alex, who is known for his 'Chekuthan' YouTube channel.</p>

<p>The arrest was based on a complaint filed by General Secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA) and actor Siddique, the police said.</p>

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<p>YouTuber Arrested For Derogatory Remarks Against Actor Mohanlal</p>

<p>Pathanamthitta, Kerala: The Kerala police on Friday arrested a YouTuber for allegedly making derogatory remarks against actor Mohanlal over his visit to the disaster-hit regions in Wayanad district donning army fatigues.<br />
Thiruvalla Police on Friday morning arrested Aju Alex, who is known for his 'Chekuthan' YouTube channel.</p>

<p>The arrest was based on a complaint filed by General Secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA) and actor Siddique, the police said.<br />
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According to the complaint, the YouTuber has reportedly used derogatory remarks against Mohanlal, who reached Wayanad in his capacity as an honorary lieutenant colonel of the Territorial Army.</p>

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<p>Siddique said the YouTuber has been regularly abusing actors in the Malayalam media industry.</p>

<p>"We have a law in this country. We cannot simply sit idle and watch when our members are being abused regularly," Siddique said.</p>

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The Kerala police on Friday arrested a YouTuber for allegedly making derogatory remarks against actor Mohanlal over his visit to the disaster-hit regions in Wayanad district donning army fatigues.

The Kerala police on Friday arrested a YouTuber for allegedly making derogatory remarks against actor Mohanlal over his visit to the disaster-hit regions in Wayanad district donning army fatigues. Thiruvalla Police on Friday morning arrested Aju Alex, who is known for his 'Chekuthan' YouTube channel. The arrest was based on a complaint filed by General Secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA) and actor Siddique, the police said. Samantha focuses on self-care a day after Naga Chaitanya, Sobhita Dhulipala's engagement YouTuber Arrested For Derogatory Remarks Against Actor Mohanlal Pathanamthitta, Kerala: The Kerala police on Friday arrested a YouTuber for allegedly making derogatory remarks against actor Mohanlal over his visit to the disaster-hit regions in Wayanad district donning army fatigues. Thiruvalla Police on Friday morning arrested Aju Alex, who is known for his 'Chekuthan' YouTube channel. The arrest was based on a complaint filed by General Secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA) and actor Siddique, the police said. According to the complaint, the YouTuber has reportedly used derogatory remarks against Mohanlal, who reached Wayanad in his capacity as an honorary lieutenant colonel of the Territorial Army. 'Mingled beyond parting': Sobhita Dhulipala shares engagement pics with Naga Chaitanya Siddique said the YouTuber has been regularly abusing actors in the Malayalam media industry. "We have a law in this country. We cannot simply sit idle and watch when our members are being abused regularly," Siddique said. (This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.)

YouTuber arrested for making defamatory remarks against Mohanlal

<p>Well-known actor Mohanlal, who is also a Lieutenant Colonel in the Indian Territorial Army, on Saturday, reached landslide-hit Wayanad, donning his army uniform and pledged Rs 3&nbsp;crore for the rehabilitation works of the disaster-hit region.</p>

<p>The actor, who reached the Army camp at Meppadi, held a brief discussion with the officers and left for the landslide-hit zone along with others.</p>

<p>He visited Chooralmala, Mundakkai and Punchirimattom, among other places, and interacted with the various rescue workers, including the Army and the locals, to get an understanding of the gravity of the incident.</p>

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<p>Speaking to the media, Mohanlal said the magnitude of the disaster can only be understood by witnessing it firsthand.</p>

<p>"The magnitude of the landslide can only be comprehended by witnessing it firsthand. The Army, the Navy, the Air Force, the NDRF, the Fire and Rescue, the other organisations, locals etc who all are part of the rescue operations have done a wonderful job," he said.</p>

<p>The actor said the 122 infantry battalion (TA) of the Indian Army, of which he is part, was among the first teams to reach the disaster-hit region.</p>

<p>"The Vishwashanthi Foundation, of which I am also a part, has decided to donate Rs 3&nbsp;crore for the rehabilitation works here. More funds will be made available if needed," the actor said.</p>

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<p>The actor was conferred the Lt Colonel post in the territorial army in 2009.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, movie director Major Ravi, who accompanied Mohanlal, said the foundation will also rebuild the Mundakkayi school, which was in ruins.</p>

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Well-known actor Mohanlal, who is also a Lieutenant Colonel in the Indian Territorial Army, on Saturday, reached landslide-hit Wayanad, donning his army uniform and pledged Rs 3 crore for the rehabilitation works of the disaster-hit region.

Well-known actor Mohanlal, who is also a Lieutenant Colonel in the Indian Territorial Army, on Saturday, reached landslide-hit Wayanad, donning his army uniform and pledged Rs 3 crore for the rehabilitation works of the disaster-hit region. The actor, who reached the Army camp at Meppadi, held a brief discussion with the officers and left for the landslide-hit zone along with others. He visited Chooralmala, Mundakkai and Punchirimattom, among other places, and interacted with the various rescue workers, including the Army and the locals, to get an understanding of the gravity of the incident. Nayanthara, Vignesh Shivan donate ₹20 lakh to Wayanad landslide victims Speaking to the media, Mohanlal said the magnitude of the disaster can only be understood by witnessing it firsthand. "The magnitude of the landslide can only be comprehended by witnessing it firsthand. The Army, the Navy, the Air Force, the NDRF, the Fire and Rescue, the other organisations, locals etc who all are part of the rescue operations have done a wonderful job," he said. The actor said the 122 infantry battalion (TA) of the Indian Army, of which he is part, was among the first teams to reach the disaster-hit region. "The Vishwashanthi Foundation, of which I am also a part, has decided to donate Rs 3 crore for the rehabilitation works here. More funds will be made available if needed," the actor said. Wayanad landslide: Search and rescue ops in final stage, says Kerala CM | Top updates The actor was conferred the Lt Colonel post in the territorial army in 2009. Meanwhile, movie director Major Ravi, who accompanied Mohanlal, said the foundation will also rebuild the Mundakkayi school, which was in ruins. This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Mohanlal visits landslide-hit Wayanad, donates Rs 3 crore for rehabilitation works

<p>From one superstar to another. Shah Rukh Khan heaped praises on Malayalam film star Mohanlal for dancing to one of Khan's hit songs <em>Zinda Banda </em>from the movie <em>Jawan.</em> Mohanlal danced to the hit song at a recent awards ceremony and a video of his performance went viral in no time.&nbsp;<br />
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Responding to Mohanlal’s video, SRK wrote, “Thank u @Mohanlal sir for making this song the most special for me now. Wish I had done it half as good as you. Love u sir and waiting for dinner at home as and when. You are the OG Zinda Banda!!!”<br />
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The conversation continued as Mohanlal responded to Khan's post and stated, "Dear @iamsrk, nobody can do it like you! You are and always will be the OG <em>Zinda Banda</em> in your classic, inimitable style. Thanks for your kind words. Also, just dinner? Why not groove to some<em> Zinda Banda </em>over breakfast, too?”</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Dear <a href="https://twitter.com/iamsrk?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@iamsrk</a>, nobody can do it like you! You are and always will be the OG Zinda Banda in your classic, inimitable style. Thanks for your kind words.<br />
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<p>In the original song<em> Zinda Banda,</em> Shah Rukh danced along with Priyamani, Sanya Malhotra among many others. <em>Jawan</em> was directed by Atlee, with music by Anirudh Ravichander and became the biggest hit of Shah Rukh Khan’s career. Released in 2023, <em>Jawan</em> also became the biggest Hindi grosser of all time as it grossed over Rs 6 billion in India alone.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Shah Rukh Khan is yet to officially announce his next film. He was last seen in <em>Dunki </em>which was released in December 2023. He has reportedly signed Sujoy Ghosh's next <em>The King</em> which also stars his daughter Suhana Khan. However, there is no official confirmation on&nbsp;it.&nbsp;</p>

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From one superstar to another. Shah Rukh Khan heaped praises on Malayalam film star Mohanlal for dancing to one of Khan's hit songs Zinda Banda from the movie Jawan.

From one superstar to another. Shah Rukh Khan heaped praises on Malayalam film star Mohanlal for dancing to one of Khan's hit songs Zinda Banda from the movie Jawan. Mohanlal danced to the hit song at a recent awards ceremony and a video of his performance went viral in no time. Responding to Mohanlal’s video, SRK wrote, “Thank u @Mohanlal sir for making this song the most special for me now. Wish I had done it half as good as you. Love u sir and waiting for dinner at home as and when. You are the OG Zinda Banda!!!” The conversation continued as Mohanlal responded to Khan's post and stated, "Dear @iamsrk, nobody can do it like you! You are and always will be the OG Zinda Banda in your classic, inimitable style. Thanks for your kind words. Also, just dinner? Why not groove to some Zinda Banda over breakfast, too?” Dear @iamsrk, nobody can do it like you! You are and always will be the OG Zinda Banda in your classic, inimitable style. Thanks for your kind words. Also, just dinner? Why not groove to some Zinda Banda over breakfast, too? https://t.co/0OCZD4VPoH — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) April 23, 2024 × In the original song Zinda Banda, Shah Rukh danced along with Priyamani, Sanya Malhotra among many others. Jawan was directed by Atlee, with music by Anirudh Ravichander and became the biggest hit of Shah Rukh Khan’s career. Released in 2023, Jawan also became the biggest Hindi grosser of all time as it grossed over Rs 6 billion in India alone. Shah Rukh Khan is yet to officially announce his next film. He was last seen in Dunki which was released in December 2023. He has reportedly signed Sujoy Ghosh's next The King which also stars his daughter Suhana Khan. However, there is no official confirmation on it.

Shah Rukh Khan praises Mohanlal for dancing on Zinda Banda: Wish I had done it half as good as you

<p>Kantara star Rishab Shetty celebrated Ram Navami with his wife in Ayodhya. The actor also met&nbsp;Malayalam star Mohanlal later in the week. Sharing pictures from the Hindu temple, the Kannada actor wrote, "May the grace of Lord Rama be with you always. Happy Rama Navami to you and your family."</p>

<p>Hours later, Rishab shared pictures with Mohanlal and penned a heartwarming note, which read, "An honor and a pleasure to meet the legendary @mohanlal sir!" Check it out below!</p>

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<p>Reacting to Rishab's fanboy moment, a fan commented, "Two passionate actors in one frame." Another wrote, "Hope in future you both collaborate for a movie." A third comment read, "Thanks Rishabh (heart emoji) We look forward seeing him performing under your direction too ... love from Keralam".</p>

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<p>On the movie front, Rishab is currently working on<em> Kantara: Chapter 1</em>, which is an upcoming Kannada-language period action thriller film set during the reign of Kadambas of Banavasi. The film is being produced by Vijay Kiragandur under Hombale Films and serves as a prequel to the 2022 film <em>Kantara</em>.</p>

<p>On the other hand, Mohanlal is currently working with Prithviraj Sukumaran for his directorial, <em>L2: Empuraan</em>, which is the sequel to his 2019 hit film <em>Lucifer</em>. The actor will also be seen playing a cameo role in Vishnu Manchu’s<em> Kannappa</em>.</p>


Kantara star Rishab Shetty celebrated Ram Navami with his wife in Ayodhya. The actor also met Malayalam star Mohanlal later in the week. Sharing pictures from the Hindu temple, the Kannada actor wrote, "May the grace of Lord Rama be with you always.

Kantara star Rishab Shetty celebrated Ram Navami with his wife in Ayodhya. The actor also met Malayalam star Mohanlal later in the week. Sharing pictures from the Hindu temple, the Kannada actor wrote, "May the grace of Lord Rama be with you always. Happy Rama Navami to you and your family." Hours later, Rishab shared pictures with Mohanlal and penned a heartwarming note, which read, "An honor and a pleasure to meet the legendary @mohanlal sir!" Check it out below! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pragathi Shetty (@pragathirishabshetty) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rishab Shetty (@rishabshettyofficial) Reacting to Rishab's fanboy moment, a fan commented, "Two passionate actors in one frame." Another wrote, "Hope in future you both collaborate for a movie." A third comment read, "Thanks Rishabh (heart emoji) We look forward seeing him performing under your direction too ... love from Keralam". Also read: Lok Sabha Polls 2024: Rajinikanth, Dhanush and other South Indian stars come out to vote. See pics On the movie front, Rishab is currently working on Kantara: Chapter 1, which is an upcoming Kannada-language period action thriller film set during the reign of Kadambas of Banavasi. The film is being produced by Vijay Kiragandur under Hombale Films and serves as a prequel to the 2022 film Kantara. On the other hand, Mohanlal is currently working with Prithviraj Sukumaran for his directorial, L2: Empuraan, which is the sequel to his 2019 hit film Lucifer. The actor will also be seen playing a cameo role in Vishnu Manchu’s Kannappa.

Kantara star Rishab Shetty visits Ram Mandir in Ayodhya; meets 'legendary' Mohanlal

<p>In anticipation of the upcoming release of Rajinikanth's much-awaited film <em>Jailer</em>, devoted fans of the legendary actor recently congregated at the Thiruparankundram Amman Temple to offer heartfelt prayers. Scheduled to grace the silver screens on August 10, the film has stirred excitement among his fanbase, prompting them to seek divine blessings for its triumph. The loyal admirers assembled on a Tuesday at the revered Amman Temple situated in Madurai, where they engaged in a special ritual to beseech the deity's favour, employing a distinctive act of devotion known as "Man Soru." This practice, symbolising penance and dedication, was performed with the hope that Rajinikanth's 169th cinematic endeavour would achieve unprecedented success.</p>

<p>One of Rajinikanth's ardent supporters shared their unwavering dedication, revealing a 40-year-long journey as a fan. News agency ANI quoted him as saying, "I have been a Rajini fan for 40 years. From Rajini's Padayappa till today I have been doing various prayers for the success of Rajini's film. Today I am praying that Rajini's 169th film <em>Jailer </em>will be successful.”</p>

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<p>One other fan said, "On behalf of Madurai district, we prayed for the success of Rajini's film <em>Jailer</em>. Rajini is trying to make his fans good way. At the audio launch, Rajini told his fans not to drink and accordingly, we have taken a pledge not to drink."</p>

<h2><strong>What is <em>Jailer </em>all about?</strong></h2>

<p><em>Jailer </em>is an Indian Tamil-language black comedy-action movie that has been written and directed by Nelson. The film is being produced by Kalanithi Maran of Sun Pictures. Apart from Rajinikanth, the film also features prominent actors such as Mohanlal (in an extended cameo), Jackie Shroff, Shiva Rajkumar, Sunil, Ramya Krishnan, Vinayakan, Mirnaa Menon, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Vasanth Ravi.</p>

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<p>The movie's musical has been composed by Anirudh Ravichander, while the cinematography and editing responsibilities were overseen by Vijay Kartik Kannan and R. Nirmal respectively.</p>

<p>The film was first revealed in February 2022 when it was under the working title Thalaivar 169. However, in June, the curtain was raised on the official title, <em>Jailer</em>.</p>

<h2><strong>The magic of Rajinikanth</strong></h2>

<p>Rajinikanth holds an unparalleled status in the realm of entertainment. His impact on Indian cinema can be best described as magical, owing to a combination of his unique screen presence, charismatic persona, and his ability to transcend linguistic and cultural barriers.</p>

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In anticipation of the upcoming release of Rajinikanth's much-awaited film Jailer, devoted fans of the legendary actor recently congregated at the Thiruparankundram Amman Temple to offer heartfelt prayers.

In anticipation of the upcoming release of Rajinikanth's much-awaited film Jailer, devoted fans of the legendary actor recently congregated at the Thiruparankundram Amman Temple to offer heartfelt prayers. Scheduled to grace the silver screens on August 10, the film has stirred excitement among his fanbase, prompting them to seek divine blessings for its triumph. The loyal admirers assembled on a Tuesday at the revered Amman Temple situated in Madurai, where they engaged in a special ritual to beseech the deity's favour, employing a distinctive act of devotion known as "Man Soru." This practice, symbolising penance and dedication, was performed with the hope that Rajinikanth's 169th cinematic endeavour would achieve unprecedented success. One of Rajinikanth's ardent supporters shared their unwavering dedication, revealing a 40-year-long journey as a fan. News agency ANI quoted him as saying, "I have been a Rajini fan for 40 years. From Rajini's Padayappa till today I have been doing various prayers for the success of Rajini's film. Today I am praying that Rajini's 169th film Jailer will be successful.” One other fan said, "On behalf of Madurai district, we prayed for the success of Rajini's film Jailer. Rajini is trying to make his fans good way. At the audio launch, Rajini told his fans not to drink and accordingly, we have taken a pledge not to drink." What is Jailer all about? Jailer is an Indian Tamil-language black comedy-action movie that has been written and directed by Nelson. The film is being produced by Kalanithi Maran of Sun Pictures. Apart from Rajinikanth, the film also features prominent actors such as Mohanlal (in an extended cameo), Jackie Shroff, Shiva Rajkumar, Sunil, Ramya Krishnan, Vinayakan, Mirnaa Menon, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Vasanth Ravi. Also Read: Remembering William Friedkin: Mastermind behind The Exorcist's timeless terror The movie's musical has been composed by Anirudh Ravichander, while the cinematography and editing responsibilities were overseen by Vijay Kartik Kannan and R. Nirmal respectively. The film was first revealed in February 2022 when it was under the working title Thalaivar 169. However, in June, the curtain was raised on the official title, Jailer. The magic of Rajinikanth Rajinikanth holds an unparalleled status in the realm of entertainment. His impact on Indian cinema can be best described as magical, owing to a combination of his unique screen presence, charismatic persona, and his ability to transcend linguistic and cultural barriers. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Rajinikanth fans seek divine blessings at Madurai temple for Jailer's success

<p>Popular Indian actor Mohanlal was in London recently. The actor watched a Wimbledon match during his stay in the city and shared a few images of the same on social media. Fans were excited to see the veteran actor all suited and booted for the match. Mohanlal looked dapper in a blue suit with a matching tie and white shirt. He also wore rimless glasses.&nbsp;<br />
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On Thursday, Mohanlal took to Twitter to share pictures of his Wimbledon outing. He posed for a selfie with Disney Star’s president K Madhavan. They had gone to watch the women’s singles semi-final match between Elina Svitolina from Ukraine and Czech player Marketa Vondrousova.<br />
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Mohanlal also shared a picture of the grass court and the view from his seat. He captioned the images as "Wimbledon" and added heart-eyes and tennis ball emojis to his tweet.</p>

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<h2><strong>Fans react to Mohanlal's post</strong></h2>

<p>Excited fans took to Twitter to comment on his dapper look. "Looking nice," one fan wrote while the other wrote, "Loving the look Anna (brother)."&nbsp;<br />
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One more tweeted, "Now this is called swag. Happy to see your stylish photos from Wimbledon! Talk about glamour." One fan also wrote, "Making India proud always. Stay blessed anna, and enjoy in London!"</p>

<p>Mohanlal has several films in his kitty, including <em>Lucifer 2: Empuraan</em> directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran. The shoot for his other film <em>Malaikottai Vaaliban</em>, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, wrapped up in June and his directorial debut <em>Barroz</em> is in post-production.<br />
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Popular Indian actor Mohanlal was in London recently. The actor watched a Wimbledon match during his stay in the city and shared a few images of the same on social media.

Popular Indian actor Mohanlal was in London recently. The actor watched a Wimbledon match during his stay in the city and shared a few images of the same on social media. Fans were excited to see the veteran actor all suited and booted for the match. Mohanlal looked dapper in a blue suit with a matching tie and white shirt. He also wore rimless glasses. On Thursday, Mohanlal took to Twitter to share pictures of his Wimbledon outing. He posed for a selfie with Disney Star’s president K Madhavan. They had gone to watch the women’s singles semi-final match between Elina Svitolina from Ukraine and Czech player Marketa Vondrousova. Mohanlal also shared a picture of the grass court and the view from his seat. He captioned the images as "Wimbledon" and added heart-eyes and tennis ball emojis to his tweet. Wimbledon😍🎾 pic.twitter.com/N6seOHVS6x — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) July 13, 2023 × Fans react to Mohanlal's post Excited fans took to Twitter to comment on his dapper look. "Looking nice," one fan wrote while the other wrote, "Loving the look Anna (brother)." One more tweeted, "Now this is called swag. Happy to see your stylish photos from Wimbledon! Talk about glamour." One fan also wrote, "Making India proud always. Stay blessed anna, and enjoy in London!" Mohanlal has several films in his kitty, including Lucifer 2: Empuraan directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran. The shoot for his other film Malaikottai Vaaliban, directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery, wrapped up in June and his directorial debut Barroz is in post-production. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Mohanlal suits up for Wimbledon, shares photos from All England Club

<p>Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, who has a wide range of luxury cars, recently bought a brand new white Range Rover SUV. The car can set you back anywhere between Rs 4 to 5 crores.&nbsp;Photos and videos of the actor posing next to his new car and receiving the key, along with his wife, are going viral on social media.</p>

<p>After receiving the keys from the showroom, Mohanlal took his car for a spin on the roads of Kerala.&nbsp;He was dressed in a tangerine shirt and blue denim pants while his wife was seen donning ethnic Indian attire.</p>

<p>According to several reports, he already owns four luxury cars. He has Toyota Vellfire, Toyota Land Cruiser, Mercedes Benz GL350 and Lamborghini Urus.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mohanlal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mohanlal</a> buys high end luxury <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RangeRoverAutobiography?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RangeRoverAutobiography</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Mohanlal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Mohanlal</a> already owns 4 other luxury cars! <a href="https://t.co/1pl6Pznrcu">pic.twitter.com/1pl6Pznrcu</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">New one to the garage 🚗<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RangeRover?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RangeRover</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Mohanlal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Mohanlal</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mohanlal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mohanlal</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MalaikottaiVaaliban?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MalaikottaiVaaliban</a> <a href="https://t.co/2bZBuBKL3K">pic.twitter.com/2bZBuBKL3K</a></p>
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<p>He recently grabbed headlines for abruptly leaving an Easter special episode of <em>Bigg Boss Malayalam&nbsp;5</em> because of a contestant's remarks.&nbsp;On the Sunday episode, the BB host was seen lashing out at the contestants for their behaviour during&nbsp;a game named "Egg-citing".</p>

<p>"I have asked you to give the hand to Sagar and you have thrown. I felt it was disrespectful. I happily came here to celebrate Easter with you all. I travelled 4-5 hours from Jaisalmer, then the airport then got a flight and reached here. It has turned out to be an upsetting experience for me. So, I am winding up the show here," Mohanlal said during the <em>Bigg Boss</em> episode.</p>

<p>On the movie front, Mohanlal is currently shooting for <em>Malaikottai Vaaliban,&nbsp;</em>helmed by Lijo Jose Pellissery. He also has Prithviraj Sukumar's <em>Empuraan </em>and his directorial venture, <em>Barroz</em>, in the pipeline.</p>

<p>He has also been roped in to play a cameo role in<em>&nbsp;Jailer</em>, which stars Rajinikanth in the lead role. The movie is directed by Nelson Dilipkumar.</p>

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Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, who has a wide range of luxury cars, recently bought a brand new white Range Rover SUV. The car can set you back anywhere between Rs 4 to 5 crores.

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, who has a wide range of luxury cars, recently bought a brand new white Range Rover SUV. The car can set you back anywhere between Rs 4 to 5 crores. Photos and videos of the actor posing next to his new car and receiving the key, along with his wife, are going viral on social media. After receiving the keys from the showroom, Mohanlal took his car for a spin on the roads of Kerala. He was dressed in a tangerine shirt and blue denim pants while his wife was seen donning ethnic Indian attire. According to several reports, he already owns four luxury cars. He has Toyota Vellfire, Toyota Land Cruiser, Mercedes Benz GL350 and Lamborghini Urus. Check out the viral photos and videos below! #Mohanlal buys high end luxury #RangeRoverAutobiography @Mohanlal already owns 4 other luxury cars! pic.twitter.com/1pl6Pznrcu — Sreedhar Pillai (@sri50) April 10, 2023 New one to the garage 🚗#RangeRover @Mohanlal #Mohanlal #MalaikottaiVaaliban pic.twitter.com/2bZBuBKL3K — Mohanlal Fans Club (@MohanlalMFC) April 10, 2023 Also read: Salman Khan unbuttons shirt to flaunt six-pack abs during trailer launch; says it isn't VFX He recently grabbed headlines for abruptly leaving an Easter special episode of Bigg Boss Malayalam 5 because of a contestant's remarks. On the Sunday episode, the BB host was seen lashing out at the contestants for their behaviour during a game named "Egg-citing". "I have asked you to give the hand to Sagar and you have thrown. I felt it was disrespectful. I happily came here to celebrate Easter with you all. I travelled 4-5 hours from Jaisalmer, then the airport then got a flight and reached here. It has turned out to be an upsetting experience for me. So, I am winding up the show here," Mohanlal said during the Bigg Boss episode. On the movie front, Mohanlal is currently shooting for Malaikottai Vaaliban, helmed by Lijo Jose Pellissery. He also has Prithviraj Sukumar's Empuraan and his directorial venture, Barroz, in the pipeline. He has also been roped in to play a cameo role in Jailer, which stars Rajinikanth in the lead role. The movie is directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar and Mollywood megastar Mohanlal's camaraderie is making waves on the internet. The two recently attended a wedding in Jaipur and performed bhangra together. The adorable moment of their bromance got captured on the lens and the actor shared it online along with a sweet caption.</p>

<p>While sharing the now-viral clip on his official Instagram handle, Kumar penned a note, which read, "I’ll forever remember this dance with you @mohanlal Sir. Absolutely memorable moment."</p>

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<p>According to reports, the wedding festivities&nbsp;of Disney Head K Madhavan's son were&nbsp;held at Rambagh palace,&nbsp;Jaipur. Other celebs who attended the wedding were Prithviraj Sukumaran,&nbsp;Aamir Khan and Karan Johar.</p>

<p>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-nearly-half-of-gen-z-and-millennial-daters-prefer-budget-friendly-valentines-day-date-study-560536">Nearly half of Gen-Z and millennial daters prefer budget-friendly Valentine's Day date: Study</a></p>

<p>On the movie front, Kumar was last seen in 'Ram Setu'. He also gave a cameo appearance in 'An Action Hero'. Next, he will feature in 'Selfiee' as Vijay Kumar. He also has 'OMG 2 – Oh My God! 2' and 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan' in the pipeline.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Mohanlal, on the other hand, is all set to team up with several prominent directors such as Lijo Jose Pellissery and Tinu Pappachan for his upcoming projects. Some of his most anticipated films include 'Malaikottai Vaaliban', 'Ram', and 'Barroz'.</p>


Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar and Mollywood megastar Mohanlal's camaraderie is making waves on the internet. The two recently attended a wedding in Jaipur and performed bhangra together.

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar and Mollywood megastar Mohanlal's camaraderie is making waves on the internet. The two recently attended a wedding in Jaipur and performed bhangra together. The adorable moment of their bromance got captured on the lens and the actor shared it online along with a sweet caption. While sharing the now-viral clip on his official Instagram handle, Kumar penned a note, which read, "I’ll forever remember this dance with you @mohanlal Sir. Absolutely memorable moment." Check out Akshay Kumar and Mohanlal's viral video below! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) According to reports, the wedding festivities of Disney Head K Madhavan's son were held at Rambagh palace, Jaipur. Other celebs who attended the wedding were Prithviraj Sukumaran, Aamir Khan and Karan Johar. Also read: Nearly half of Gen-Z and millennial daters prefer budget-friendly Valentine's Day date: Study On the movie front, Kumar was last seen in 'Ram Setu'. He also gave a cameo appearance in 'An Action Hero'. Next, he will feature in 'Selfiee' as Vijay Kumar. He also has 'OMG 2 – Oh My God! 2' and 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan' in the pipeline. Mohanlal, on the other hand, is all set to team up with several prominent directors such as Lijo Jose Pellissery and Tinu Pappachan for his upcoming projects. Some of his most anticipated films include 'Malaikottai Vaaliban', 'Ram', and 'Barroz'.

Akshay Kumar performs Bhangra with Mohanlal at Jaipur wedding; watch viral video

<p>Mohanlal will next be seen collaborating with Thalaiva Rajinikanth. The two will be seen together in an action entertainer titled Jailer. A picture of them together&nbsp;is now going viral as fans can’t wait to see what’s in store for them. One fan commented, “Vintage Lalettan is back!”</p>

<p>According to several media reports, Mohanlal will be playing a cameo role in Rajinikanth’s Jailer and the film also has the Malayalam actor Vinayakan in a significant role. From the Hindi film industry, Jackie Shroff was roped in to play a major role.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Jailer will be helmed by director Nelson. It will be his first film since the debacle that Beast was. Beast starred Vijay in a leading role and it tanked at the box office.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The movie Jailer is written by director Nelson himself and is touted to be an action feast for the fans of Thalaiva. The film has a star-studded cast that includes Rajinikanth, Shiva Rajkumar, Tamannaah, Ramya Krishnan, Jackie Shroff, Mohanlal, and several others.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Mohanlal has films like Ram and Malaikottai Vaaliban in the pipeline.</p>


Mohanlal will next be seen collaborating with Thalaiva Rajinikanth. The two will be seen together in an action entertainer titled Jailer. A picture of them together is now going viral as fans can’t wait to see what’s in store for them.

Mohanlal will next be seen collaborating with Thalaiva Rajinikanth. The two will be seen together in an action entertainer titled Jailer. A picture of them together is now going viral as fans can’t wait to see what’s in store for them. One fan commented, “Vintage Lalettan is back!” According to several media reports, Mohanlal will be playing a cameo role in Rajinikanth’s Jailer and the film also has the Malayalam actor Vinayakan in a significant role. From the Hindi film industry, Jackie Shroff was roped in to play a major role. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TOI ETimes Malayalam (@etimesmalayalam) × Jailer will be helmed by director Nelson. It will be his first film since the debacle that Beast was. Beast starred Vijay in a leading role and it tanked at the box office. The movie Jailer is written by director Nelson himself and is touted to be an action feast for the fans of Thalaiva. The film has a star-studded cast that includes Rajinikanth, Shiva Rajkumar, Tamannaah, Ramya Krishnan, Jackie Shroff, Mohanlal, and several others. Meanwhile, Mohanlal has films like Ram and Malaikottai Vaaliban in the pipeline.

Mohanlal and Rajinikanth get together for a film; pic goes viral

<p>Malayalam superstar Mohanlal and acclaimed filmmaker Lijo Jose Pellissery recently announced that they are collaborating on an upcoming project. The film is yet-untitled and will get its name on December 23 at 5 pm Indian time. The fans have been excited ever since the film was announced. Both the actor and the director have been helping intensify the buzz by sharing mysterious pictures on their Instagram profile that many say are pieces of a puzzle. Now, a teaser for the film has also been released. "You are just a day away from the title you all wanted to know," Mohanlal wrote while sharing it.</p>

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<p>Mohanlal announced the project back in October. While sharing photos with Pellissery, he has tweeted, "I'm delighted to announce that my next project will be with one of the most exciting and immensely talented directors in Indian cinema - Lijo Jose Pellissery. The project will be produced by John and Mary Creative, Max Labs and Century Films."</p>

<p>The excitement of the fans is palpable as this collaboration appears to be something everybody wants to witness as soon as possible.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I'm delighted to announce that my next project will be with one of the most exciting and immensely talented directors in Indian cinema - Lijo Jose Pellissery. The project will be produced by John and Mary Creative, Max Labs and Century Films.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LijoJosePellissery?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LijoJosePellissery</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/shibu_babyjohn?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@shibu_babyjohn</a> <a href="https://t.co/d7XYnkYOzk">pic.twitter.com/d7XYnkYOzk</a></p>
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<p>Pellissery is known for possessing a unique voice. Mohanlal, an old hand in the film industry with more than four decades of experience, has always excelled with talented directors. Pellissery has directed acclaimed films like 'Jallikkattu', 'Churuli', and 'Ee.Ma.Yau'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'Jallikkattu' in particular received widespread praise all around the world. The story followed a bull that escapes a slaughterhouse in a hilly remote village and the subsequent hunt for the animal. It was screened at the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival and 24th Busan International Film. It was also India's official entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 93rd Academy Awards but did not get the nomination.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;Antony Varghese, Chemban Vinod Jose, Sabumon Abdusamad, and Santhy Balachandran featured in the cast.&nbsp;</p>

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Malayalam superstar Mohanlal and acclaimed filmmaker Lijo Jose Pellissery recently announced that they are collaborating on an upcoming project. The film is yet-untitled and will get its name on December 23 at 5 pm Indian time.

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal and acclaimed filmmaker Lijo Jose Pellissery recently announced that they are collaborating on an upcoming project. The film is yet-untitled and will get its name on December 23 at 5 pm Indian time. The fans have been excited ever since the film was announced. Both the actor and the director have been helping intensify the buzz by sharing mysterious pictures on their Instagram profile that many say are pieces of a puzzle. Now, a teaser for the film has also been released. "You are just a day away from the title you all wanted to know," Mohanlal wrote while sharing it. You are just a day away from the title you all wanted to know. Stay looped in... Tomorrow @ 5pm IST pic.twitter.com/6SB9SuK1FI — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) December 22, 2022 × Mohanlal announced the project back in October. While sharing photos with Pellissery, he has tweeted, "I'm delighted to announce that my next project will be with one of the most exciting and immensely talented directors in Indian cinema - Lijo Jose Pellissery. The project will be produced by John and Mary Creative, Max Labs and Century Films." The excitement of the fans is palpable as this collaboration appears to be something everybody wants to witness as soon as possible. I'm delighted to announce that my next project will be with one of the most exciting and immensely talented directors in Indian cinema - Lijo Jose Pellissery. The project will be produced by John and Mary Creative, Max Labs and Century Films.#LijoJosePellissery @shibu_babyjohn pic.twitter.com/d7XYnkYOzk — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) October 25, 2022 × Pellissery is known for possessing a unique voice. Mohanlal, an old hand in the film industry with more than four decades of experience, has always excelled with talented directors. Pellissery has directed acclaimed films like 'Jallikkattu', 'Churuli', and 'Ee.Ma.Yau'. 'Jallikkattu' in particular received widespread praise all around the world. The story followed a bull that escapes a slaughterhouse in a hilly remote village and the subsequent hunt for the animal. It was screened at the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival and 24th Busan International Film. It was also India's official entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 93rd Academy Awards but did not get the nomination. Antony Varghese, Chemban Vinod Jose, Sabumon Abdusamad, and Santhy Balachandran featured in the cast. Watch WION live here:

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<p>Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone, who is the global brand ambassador of Louis Vuitton, represented India at the nerve-jangling Argentina-France faceoff and unveiled the glittering gold World Cup 2022 trophy that went to the men in blue and white after a thrilling match at Qatar's Lusail Stadium.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Deepika's husband and actor Ranveer Singh was seen bromancing&nbsp;former Team India manager Ravi Shastri.&nbsp;In a now-viral clip tweeted by Shastri, Ranveer is seen saying, "We are about to witness history, Ravs."</p>

<p>To which, Shastri responds, "Whenever something big is happening, catch this guy missing out." They end their bro moment by singing, "I don't know what to say, I don't know what to say." And then, Ranveer plants a kiss on Shastri's&nbsp;cheek. Take a look!</p>

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<p>Deepika's 'Pathaan'&nbsp;co-star Shah Rukh Khan joined&nbsp;English football legend Wayne Rooney in the studio of FIFA World Cup broadcaster, Sports 18, to discuss all things football and his much-anticipated movie helmed by Siddharth Anand.</p>

<p>During the chat, SRK told Rooney that his character in 'Pathaan' is based on the ace footballer and that he came to the FIFA 2022 finals to just "sit next to Rooney". He also revealed that he has been a big fan of his work. Clips of SRK and Rooney's banter is doing rounds online.</p>

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Pathaan promotion 👑🔥💪🌎🌍 <a href="https://twitter.com/iamsrk?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@iamsrk</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pathan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pathan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PathaanFirstDayFirstShow?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PathaanFirstDayFirstShow</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WorldCupFinal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WorldCupFinal</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SRK%F0%93%83%B5?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SRK𓃵</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FIFAWorldCup2022?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FIFAWorldCup2022</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FIFAWorldCupQatar2022?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FIFAWorldCupQatar2022</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/deepikapadukone?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#deepikapadukone</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FIFAWorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FIFAWorldCup</a> <a href="https://t.co/4EKLzO1bGU">pic.twitter.com/4EKLzO1bGU</a></p>
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<p>Before the electrifying action started, Mohanlal and Mammootty&nbsp;marked&nbsp;their presence at the stadium with tweets. Mammootty tweeted, "Witnessing the biggest sporting spectacle! What an atmosphere ... What a moment!!"</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Mohanlal wrote, "At Lusail Stadium, joining the world to witness the clash of the titans and partake in the world's favourite madness! Awaiting a phenomenal and entertaining game from the bests, just like you all!"</p>

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What an atmosphere..What a moment !!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FIFAWorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FIFAWorldCup</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ArgentinaVsFrance?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ArgentinaVsFrance</a> <a href="https://t.co/MJAzPoQ6Es">pic.twitter.com/MJAzPoQ6Es</a></p>
— Mammootty (@mammukka) <a href="https://twitter.com/mammukka/status/1604503433796784128?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">At Lusail Stadium, joining the world to witness the clash of the titans and partake in the world's favourite madness!<br />
Awaiting a phenomenal and entertaining game from the bests, just like you all!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FIFAWorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FIFAWorldCup</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ArgentinaVsFrance?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ArgentinaVsFrance</a> <a href="https://t.co/3t3g26YVor">pic.twitter.com/3t3g26YVor</a></p>
— Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) <a href="https://twitter.com/Mohanlal/status/1604489903903236096?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 18, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p>Nora Fatehi joined Balqees, Rahma Riad and Manal to perform their song 'Light The Sky'. She took the centre stage and crooned the song in Hindi. Dressed in an embellished black dress, Nora gave a jaw-dropping performance at the closing ceremony. Take a look!</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Nora Fatehi Performance At Jampacked FIFA World Cup Closing Ceremony in Lusail Stadium Doha Qatar.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FIFAWorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FIFAWorldCup</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FIFAWorldCup2022?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FIFAWorldCup2022</a> <a href="https://t.co/KPzMx9fLVg">pic.twitter.com/KPzMx9fLVg</a></p>
— Siasi King (@KingSiasi) <a href="https://twitter.com/KingSiasi/status/1604635027672817665?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p>Some B-town stars expressed their excitement for the final match from their homes. Preity Zinta&nbsp;tweeted, "OMG! What a game! What a stunning final. #Messi I wanted this soooo much for you. Well played Argentina. Hard Luck France! (sic)"</p>

<p>Tamil cinema's 'Lady Superstar'&nbsp;Nayanthara made her love for Messi equally abundant. "WHAT A FINAL! Then Diego Maradona And Now Lionel Messi," she wrote. Her husband Vignesh Shivan also shared a post, which read, "Adrenaline messsssssssssiiiiiiiiiied!!!! What a game!!!!!! The G.O.A.T takes it home as prayed for!!!! (sic)"</p>

<p>Randeep Hooda, another unabashed Messi fan, tweeted, "MESSI-ahh!!!! A lifetime of dreaming and performing at the highest level!! Finally rewarded!! A fairy tale ending to an illustrious career. Well played #Mbappe, you shined like a star. WHAT A FINAL. (sic)"</p>

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Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone, who is the global brand ambassador of Louis Vuitton, represented India at the nerve-jangling Argentina-France faceoff and unveiled the glittering gold World Cup 2022 trophy that went to the men in blue and white after a thrilling match at Qatar's Lusail Stadium.

Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone, who is the global brand ambassador of Louis Vuitton, represented India at the nerve-jangling Argentina-France faceoff and unveiled the glittering gold World Cup 2022 trophy that went to the men in blue and white after a thrilling match at Qatar's Lusail Stadium. Meanwhile, Deepika's husband and actor Ranveer Singh was seen bromancing former Team India manager Ravi Shastri. In a now-viral clip tweeted by Shastri, Ranveer is seen saying, "We are about to witness history, Ravs." To which, Shastri responds, "Whenever something big is happening, catch this guy missing out." They end their bro moment by singing, "I don't know what to say, I don't know what to say." And then, Ranveer plants a kiss on Shastri's cheek. Take a look! I don't know what to say... @RanveerOfficial 🤗 #FIFAWorldCup #ArgentinaVsFrance #Qatar2022 pic.twitter.com/lRUN4MG5ve — Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) December 18, 2022 Deepika's 'Pathaan' co-star Shah Rukh Khan joined English football legend Wayne Rooney in the studio of FIFA World Cup broadcaster, Sports 18, to discuss all things football and his much-anticipated movie helmed by Siddharth Anand. During the chat, SRK told Rooney that his character in 'Pathaan' is based on the ace footballer and that he came to the FIFA 2022 finals to just "sit next to Rooney". He also revealed that he has been a big fan of his work. Clips of SRK and Rooney's banter is doing rounds online. FIFA World Cup 2022 ⚽ Pathaan promotion 👑🔥💪🌎🌍 @iamsrk#Pathan #PathaanFirstDayFirstShow #WorldCupFinal #SRK𓃵 #FIFAWorldCup2022 #FIFAWorldCupQatar2022 #deepikapadukone#FIFAWorldCup pic.twitter.com/4EKLzO1bGU — Musa Bashamlool (@Musa_bashamlool) December 18, 2022 Before the electrifying action started, Mohanlal and Mammootty marked their presence at the stadium with tweets. Mammootty tweeted, "Witnessing the biggest sporting spectacle! What an atmosphere ... What a moment!!" Meanwhile, Mohanlal wrote, "At Lusail Stadium, joining the world to witness the clash of the titans and partake in the world's favourite madness! Awaiting a phenomenal and entertaining game from the bests, just like you all!" Witnessing the biggest sporting spectacle ! What an atmosphere..What a moment !!#FIFAWorldCup #ArgentinaVsFrance pic.twitter.com/MJAzPoQ6Es — Mammootty (@mammukka) December 18, 2022 At Lusail Stadium, joining the world to witness the clash of the titans and partake in the world's favourite madness! Awaiting a phenomenal and entertaining game from the bests, just like you all!#FIFAWorldCup #ArgentinaVsFrance pic.twitter.com/3t3g26YVor — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) December 18, 2022 Nora Fatehi joined Balqees, Rahma Riad and Manal to perform their song 'Light The Sky'. She took the centre stage and crooned the song in Hindi. Dressed in an embellished black dress, Nora gave a jaw-dropping performance at the closing ceremony. Take a look! Nora Fatehi Performance At Jampacked FIFA World Cup Closing Ceremony in Lusail Stadium Doha Qatar.#FIFAWorldCup #FIFAWorldCup2022 pic.twitter.com/KPzMx9fLVg — Siasi King (@KingSiasi) December 19, 2022 Some B-town stars expressed their excitement for the final match from their homes. Preity Zinta tweeted, "OMG! What a game! What a stunning final. #Messi I wanted this soooo much for you. Well played Argentina. Hard Luck France! (sic)" Tamil cinema's 'Lady Superstar' Nayanthara made her love for Messi equally abundant. "WHAT A FINAL! Then Diego Maradona And Now Lionel Messi," she wrote. Her husband Vignesh Shivan also shared a post, which read, "Adrenaline messsssssssssiiiiiiiiiied!!!! What a game!!!!!! The G.O.A.T takes it home as prayed for!!!! (sic)" Randeep Hooda, another unabashed Messi fan, tweeted, "MESSI-ahh!!!! A lifetime of dreaming and performing at the highest level!! Finally rewarded!! A fairy tale ending to an illustrious career. Well played #Mbappe, you shined like a star. WHAT A FINAL. (sic)" WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>With just two days left for Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 2' to hit the big screens, the excitement around the film is high. Fans who had loved the 2015 film 'Drishyam' have been eagerly waiting for the sequel ever since.&nbsp;<br />
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The whodunnit thriller featured Ajay Devgn, Shriya Saran, Tabu, Ishita Dutta, and Rajat Kapoor in key roles. An edge-of-the-seat thriller, 'Drishyam' was based on a Malayalam thriller of the same name. The original featured Mohanlal.&nbsp;<br />
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When the Hindi remake of the Malayalam hit was released in 2015, the film fared well at the box office. According to reports, the film had garnered over US$1.9 million in seven weeks of its run in the theatres.&nbsp;<br />
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The film, directed by the late filmmaker Nishikant Kamath, was well received not just by the audience but also critics.&nbsp;<br />
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Seven years on, a lot has changed in terms of how the audience views films.<br />
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<strong>Will 'Drishyam 2' be able to create magic at the box office?</strong><br />
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The sequel of the film is also a remake of the Malayalam film 'Drishyam 2' which was released in 2021 and starred Mohanlal in the lead. The story picks up six years after the fateful night of October 2 when Vijay Salgaonkar (Devgn) and his family's life changed forever. However, in a recent interview, Devgn stated that the Hindi film is not an exact remake of the Malayalam film.&nbsp;<br />
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"There were a lot of characters added, and a lot of changes made. You won't see Akshaye's (Khanna) character in the (Malayalam) film or Gaitonde (Kamlesh Sawant). So, a lot of changes have been made but like Abhishek (Pathak, the director) said, keeping the soul of the film intact. So, I think, when you see the film, it's going to be very fresh for you."&nbsp;<br />
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'Drishyam 2' comes at a time when several remakes in Bollywood have failed to create an impression amongst the viewers as well as at the box office. '<br />
Shahid Kapoor’s 'Jersey', Hrithik Roshan-Saif Ali Khan’s 'Vikram Vedha', and Aamir Khan’s 'Laal Singh Chaddha' were some of the top-billed films that failed to create any mark at the box office.&nbsp;</p>

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If one goes by the advance sales of tickets, the response to the 'Drishyam 2' seems to be heartening. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh tweeted, "#Drishyam2 *advance booking* status at *national chains*… NOTE: Opening Weekend ticket sales… Till Wednesday, 11 am…#Drishyam2 *advance booking* status at *national chains*… NOTE: Opening Weekend ticket sales… Till Wednesday, 11 am…#PVR: 34,933, #INOX: 27,375, #Cinepolis: 14,797, Total tickets sold: 77,105(sic)"&nbsp;</p>

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⭐️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PVR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PVR</a>: 34,933<br />
⭐️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INOX?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INOX</a>: 27,375<br />
⭐️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Cinepolis?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Cinepolis</a>: 14,797<br />
⭐️ Total tickets sold: 77,105<br />
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⭐️ F: 38,485<br />
⭐️ S: 22,879<br />
⭐️ S: 15,741</p>
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<p>'Drishyam 2' release is pertinent for Bollywood which at present is struggling to bring in big numbers. Several big budget, multi starrer films have failed to set the cash registers ringing in this past year.&nbsp;<br />
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Considering it's a sequel to a hit film, that has retained most of its original cast and has powerful actors like Ajay Devgn and Tabu playing pivotal roles, one can't help but be hopeful.&nbsp;<br />
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Directed by Abhishek Pathak, 'Drishyam 2' stars Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutta and Akshaye Khanna in key roles.&nbsp;</p>


With just two days left for Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 2' to hit the big screens, the excitement around the film is high. Fans who had loved the 2015 film 'Drishyam' have been eagerly waiting for the sequel ever since.

With just two days left for Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 2' to hit the big screens, the excitement around the film is high. Fans who had loved the 2015 film 'Drishyam' have been eagerly waiting for the sequel ever since. The whodunnit thriller featured Ajay Devgn, Shriya Saran, Tabu, Ishita Dutta, and Rajat Kapoor in key roles. An edge-of-the-seat thriller, 'Drishyam' was based on a Malayalam thriller of the same name. The original featured Mohanlal. When the Hindi remake of the Malayalam hit was released in 2015, the film fared well at the box office. According to reports, the film had garnered over US$1.9 million in seven weeks of its run in the theatres. The film, directed by the late filmmaker Nishikant Kamath, was well received not just by the audience but also critics. Seven years on, a lot has changed in terms of how the audience views films. Will 'Drishyam 2' be able to create magic at the box office? The sequel of the film is also a remake of the Malayalam film 'Drishyam 2' which was released in 2021 and starred Mohanlal in the lead. The story picks up six years after the fateful night of October 2 when Vijay Salgaonkar (Devgn) and his family's life changed forever. However, in a recent interview, Devgn stated that the Hindi film is not an exact remake of the Malayalam film. "There were a lot of characters added, and a lot of changes made. You won't see Akshaye's (Khanna) character in the (Malayalam) film or Gaitonde (Kamlesh Sawant). So, a lot of changes have been made but like Abhishek (Pathak, the director) said, keeping the soul of the film intact. So, I think, when you see the film, it's going to be very fresh for you." 'Drishyam 2' comes at a time when several remakes in Bollywood have failed to create an impression amongst the viewers as well as at the box office. ' Shahid Kapoor’s 'Jersey', Hrithik Roshan-Saif Ali Khan’s 'Vikram Vedha', and Aamir Khan’s 'Laal Singh Chaddha' were some of the top-billed films that failed to create any mark at the box office. If one goes by the advance sales of tickets, the response to the 'Drishyam 2' seems to be heartening. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh tweeted, "#Drishyam2 *advance booking* status at *national chains*… NOTE: Opening Weekend ticket sales… Till Wednesday, 11 am…#Drishyam2 *advance booking* status at *national chains*… NOTE: Opening Weekend ticket sales… Till Wednesday, 11 am…#PVR: 34,933, #INOX: 27,375, #Cinepolis: 14,797, Total tickets sold: 77,105(sic)" #Drishyam2 *advance booking* status at *national chains*… NOTE: Opening Weekend ticket sales… Till Wednesday, 11 am… ⭐️ #PVR: 34,933 ⭐️ #INOX: 27,375 ⭐️ #Cinepolis: 14,797 ⭐️ Total tickets sold: 77,105 Day-wise ticket sales… ⭐️ F: 38,485 ⭐️ S: 22,879 ⭐️ S: 15,741 — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) November 16, 2022 × 'Drishyam 2' release is pertinent for Bollywood which at present is struggling to bring in big numbers. Several big budget, multi starrer films have failed to set the cash registers ringing in this past year. Considering it's a sequel to a hit film, that has retained most of its original cast and has powerful actors like Ajay Devgn and Tabu playing pivotal roles, one can't help but be hopeful. Directed by Abhishek Pathak, 'Drishyam 2' stars Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutta and Akshaye Khanna in key roles.

Amid box office failures, will Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 2' be accepted by the audience?

<p>The teaser of 'Drishyam 2' was unveiled on Thursday on social media. A sequel of the hugely successful 'Drishyam', featuring Ajay Devgn, Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutt, Tabu, and Rajat Kapoor in prominent roles, 'Drishyam 2' promises to take the story forward of Vijay and his family.&nbsp;<br />
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While most are eager to know how the story of 'Drishyam 2' will unravel a new mystery, makers want the audience to do a quick recap of the first story.&nbsp;<br />
Ajay Devgn took to Instagram to share the teaser. &nbsp;The teaser shows some clippings from `Drishyam` showcasing the mysterious story of Vijay Salgaonkar (played by Ajay Devgn) and his family.</p>

<p>At the end of the 1 minute 20-second long teaser, Ajay Devgn's character, who has now aged a bit, can be seen recording his confession.</p>

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<p>Helmed by Abhishek Pathak, the film also stars Tabu, Ishita Dutta, Akshaye Khanna, Rajat Kapoor, and Shriya Saran in the lead roles.<br />
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Ajay Devgn`s character of Vijay in the hit 2015 film `Drishyam` made everyone believe that their family went on a holiday which in turn was a perfect alibi to save his family from a murder conviction.&nbsp;<br />
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Ajay is all set to reprise one of his most intriguing characters on-screen and continue in Vijay`s shoes in the sequel. Tabu will reprise her role as Meera Deshmukh, Inspector General of Police.<br />
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The Hindi version, headlined by Ajay, was a remake of 2013's Malayalam movie of the same name, starring Mohanlal as the lead. It was helmed by National-Award-winning director Nishikant Kamat, who died in 2020 at the age of 50.<br />
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Mohanlal's 'Drishyam 2', in Malayalam, was released in 2021 and received rave reviews.&nbsp;<br />
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Meanwhile, Ajay Devgn will be next seen in an upcoming comedy film 'Thank God' alongside Sidharth Malhotra and Rakul Preet Singh.&nbsp;He also has Boney Kapoor`s period film 'Maidaan' and his next directorial 'Bholaa' in his kitty.&nbsp;</p>


The teaser of 'Drishyam 2' was unveiled on Thursday on social media. A sequel of the hugely successful 'Drishyam', featuring Ajay Devgn, Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutt, Tabu, and Rajat Kapoor in prominent roles, 'Drishyam 2' promises to take the story forward of Vijay and his family.

The teaser of 'Drishyam 2' was unveiled on Thursday on social media. A sequel of the hugely successful 'Drishyam', featuring Ajay Devgn, Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutt, Tabu, and Rajat Kapoor in prominent roles, 'Drishyam 2' promises to take the story forward of Vijay and his family. While most are eager to know how the story of 'Drishyam 2' will unravel a new mystery, makers want the audience to do a quick recap of the first story. Ajay Devgn took to Instagram to share the teaser. The teaser shows some clippings from `Drishyam` showcasing the mysterious story of Vijay Salgaonkar (played by Ajay Devgn) and his family. At the end of the 1 minute 20-second long teaser, Ajay Devgn's character, who has now aged a bit, can be seen recording his confession. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) × Helmed by Abhishek Pathak, the film also stars Tabu, Ishita Dutta, Akshaye Khanna, Rajat Kapoor, and Shriya Saran in the lead roles. Ajay Devgn`s character of Vijay in the hit 2015 film `Drishyam` made everyone believe that their family went on a holiday which in turn was a perfect alibi to save his family from a murder conviction. Ajay is all set to reprise one of his most intriguing characters on-screen and continue in Vijay`s shoes in the sequel. Tabu will reprise her role as Meera Deshmukh, Inspector General of Police. The Hindi version, headlined by Ajay, was a remake of 2013's Malayalam movie of the same name, starring Mohanlal as the lead. It was helmed by National-Award-winning director Nishikant Kamat, who died in 2020 at the age of 50. Mohanlal's 'Drishyam 2', in Malayalam, was released in 2021 and received rave reviews. Meanwhile, Ajay Devgn will be next seen in an upcoming comedy film 'Thank God' alongside Sidharth Malhotra and Rakul Preet Singh. He also has Boney Kapoor`s period film 'Maidaan' and his next directorial 'Bholaa' in his kitty.

'Drishyam 2' teaser out! Ajay Devgn wants you to recall the original story once more

<p>South Indian producer Antony Perumbavoor, has officially confirmed actor Mohanlal`s `Drishyam 3` at a recent award function.<br />
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Soon as the producer announced the third instalment of the thriller film, excitement among the fans could be seen on social media.<br />
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Fans started sharing Antony`s clip from the award night where he officially confirms `Drishyam 3`.Take a look at how the netizens are reacting to the news: Helmed by Jeetu Joseph, `Drishyam` was released in the year 2013, and starred south actors Mohanlal, Meena Durairaj, and Ansiba Hassan in the roles and received positive feedback from the audience and the critics as well.<br />
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After the film`s grand success, the makers announced the sequel for the thriller Malayalam film and `Drishyam 2: The Resumption` premiered exclusively on Amazon Prime Video in 2021 and received a tremendous response from the audience.<br />
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Now the makers have officially confirmed the third instalment of `Drishyam` which will showcase the story of Geroge Kutty and his family, hiding a murder from the police.`Drishyam` was remade in Hindi in 2015 with the same title starring actors Ajay Devgn, Tabu and Shriya Saran in the lead roles and was declared a hit.<br />
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Apart from Hindi, the film was also remade in Kannada, Tamil and Telugu.<br />
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The official Hindi remake of `Drishyam 2` is currently under making and the film is all se to hit the theatres on November 18, 2022.</p>


South Indian producer Antony Perumbavoor, has officially confirmed actor Mohanlal`s `Drishyam 3` at a recent award function. Soon as the producer announced the third instalment of the thriller film, excitement among the fans could be seen on social media.

South Indian producer Antony Perumbavoor, has officially confirmed actor Mohanlal`s `Drishyam 3` at a recent award function. Soon as the producer announced the third instalment of the thriller film, excitement among the fans could be seen on social media. Fans started sharing Antony`s clip from the award night where he officially confirms `Drishyam 3`.Take a look at how the netizens are reacting to the news: Helmed by Jeetu Joseph, `Drishyam` was released in the year 2013, and starred south actors Mohanlal, Meena Durairaj, and Ansiba Hassan in the roles and received positive feedback from the audience and the critics as well. After the film`s grand success, the makers announced the sequel for the thriller Malayalam film and `Drishyam 2: The Resumption` premiered exclusively on Amazon Prime Video in 2021 and received a tremendous response from the audience. Now the makers have officially confirmed the third instalment of `Drishyam` which will showcase the story of Geroge Kutty and his family, hiding a murder from the police.`Drishyam` was remade in Hindi in 2015 with the same title starring actors Ajay Devgn, Tabu and Shriya Saran in the lead roles and was declared a hit. Apart from Hindi, the film was also remade in Kannada, Tamil and Telugu. The official Hindi remake of `Drishyam 2` is currently under making and the film is all se to hit the theatres on November 18, 2022.

Mohanlal's 'Drishyam 3' officially confirmed, fans say 'George Kutty is back'

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