For many of our generation and before, the name Veerappan was synonymous with terror and fear. It would remind cinemagoers of Gabbar Singh in the cult classic film Sholay, who rolled out intimidation tactics through his actions. The difference would be that Veerappan existed in flesh and blood. He created a sense of fear in the Andhra-Karnataka-Kerala-Tamil Nadu region from the late 1980s until the 2000s, and no government could find a way to make him abandon his life of crime. Directed by Sharath Jothi, Koose Munisamy Veerappan, the Zee5 documentary chronicles the life of the dreaded sandalwood smuggler Veerappan, from being a mere thief to living the life of a criminal in the deep forests of South India.
Recap: What Happens In the Documentary?
This is a six-part documentary series based on the footage captured by the veteran journalist Nakkheeran Gopal, who extensively interviewed the smuggler and eventually acted...
Recap: What Happens In the Documentary?
This is a six-part documentary series based on the footage captured by the veteran journalist Nakkheeran Gopal, who extensively interviewed the smuggler and eventually acted...
- 12/17/2023
- by Smriti Kannan
- Film Fugitives
MollywoodThe movie, directed by actor Dhyan Sreenivasan, will mark the comeback of Nayanthara to Malayalam cinema after years.Digital NativeDurga Krishna / Facebook.comAs the shooting of the Nivin Pauly-Nayanthara starrer Love Action Drama progresses, we hear that actor Durga Krishna too will be part of the film. Durga, who has earlier appeared in films like Vimaanam and Pretham 2, is reportedly playing a brief cameo role in Love Action Drama. The film will be the first directed by actor Dhyan Sreenivasan, son of veteran actor-writer-director Sreenivasan. Durga is also paired opposite Dhyan in the movie Kutty Mama, directed by Vm Vinu, and in which Sreenivasan plays the title role. She also has Sunny Wayne’s Vritham and Anoop Menon’s King Fish coming up. Love Action Drama is expected to release on September 5 to coincide with the Onam festival. Touted to be a complete entertainer, the film marks lady superstar...
- 3/20/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film’s first look poster was launched recently by Dulquer Salmaan on his Facebook page.Digital NativeDigital NativeIn the recent past, we have seen several music directors turning into successful heroes. Gv Prakash Kumar and Vijay Anthony are successful music composers who managed to capture the hearts of their fans with their acting skills. Joining this bandwagon now is Gopi Sunder. An accomplished music director, Gopi came up with fine tunes for films such as Big B, Ustad Hotel, Mumbai Police, Abcd and Pulimurugan. The composer is all geared up to play the lead role in the Malayalam film Toll Gate. The film is scripted and directed by Hari Krishnan. The film’s first look poster was launched recently by Dulquer Salmaan on his Facebook page, confirming that Gopi was indeed making his acting debut. It may be mentioned here that Gopi has appeared in small roles in films like Mr Fraud and Salala Mobiles, but this is the first time that he will be playing the hero. According to reports doing the rounds, Gopi will also be composing the tunes for Toll Gate besides playing the lead. Gopi made his debut as music director in the Malayalam film industry with the 2006 release Notebook and his Bollywood debut happened the very next year with Dhol. His first film in Tamil was Poi Solla Porom in 2008. He went on to win the Filmfare Award for Best Music Director for the first time for the Malayalam film Anwar. He also bagged the National Film Award for Best Background Score for the film 1983 that was released in 2014 and he has a host of other awards to his credit too. Though he has inked a deal to star as hero, Gopi has a number of films in Malayalam and Telugu that needs his attention for music composition. His current Malayalam projects include Kayamkulam Kochunni and Abrahaminte Santhathikal, while in Telugu he has Geetha Govindam. Also read: Bankers slam Kalyan Jewellers ad starring Amitabh Bachchan, call it 'derogatory' (Content provided by Digital Native)...
- 7/19/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
TeaserThe new teaser of the much-awaited film 'Odiyan' shows Mohanlal in a new avatar. Tnm Staff Odiyan_750X500.jpgA few weeks ago, actor Mohanlal had promised to unveil his character Manickan in the much-awaited Malayalam film Odiyan. On Wednesday, the actor shared a teaser that gives us a peek into the life of Manickan's younger self. Sharing the teaser on social media, Mohanlal wrote: "Odiyan Teaser. Unveiling the transition of #Odiyan Manickan. Presenting to you the young and vibrant Manickan in me who travelled back in time." While the poster of the film released a few months ago showed a younger and muscular Mohanlal dressed in a sleeveless shirt as Manickan, the new teaser gives us more than a glimpse of who he is. Dressed in a mundu and a sleeveless shirt, this time Manickan is seen wearing a white shawl over his shoulders, with betel leaves in hand. Pulling off a clean shaven look, Manickan wears a neck chain with a giant pendant. "Gratitude to time, for being able to defeat so many years. For bringing me back to Thenkurissi, to a time that was much eventful in my life. Odiyan Manickan is ready. The game will now begin," Manickan says, munching on the betel leaves. "Shall we start then?" he adds. The 1 minute 44 seconds teaser has broken the internet. Mohanlal has reportedly shed at least 15 kg to pull off this look. Odiyan is expected to hit the theatres in 2018 and ever since the shoot began, the makers of the film have been releasing promotional videos to keep the audience posted about the journey. According to the film's director Shrikumar Menon, Odiyan is an athlete, who can see and crawl in the dark, no matter how rough the surface is. In the film, Mohanlal will be seen portraying several stages of Manickan's life, spanning across decades. The story is set from 1950 to 2000 and all efforts are being taken to ensure the era is captured well on camera. Peter Hein, the popular Hollywood stunt master, is choreographing the stunt sequences for the film. It may be mentioned here that Peter Hein had worked with Mohanlal in Pulimurugan, which went on to become a huge hit, and they share a good rapport. Odiyan will be dealing with the age-old black magic known as Odividya, revealed the film’s director. Sharing screen space with Mohanlal in the movie would be Manju Warrier. And Prakash Raj, who had worked with Mohanlal in the critically acclaimed movie Iruvar, directed by Mani Ratnam, will be playing a deadly villain. To be produced by Anthony Perumbavoor under his banner Aashirvad Cinemas, the film is expected to hit the marquee sometime in 2018. The film is scripted by the National Award winner Hari Krishnan. It may be mentioned here that Mohanlal and Shrikumar Menon are also teaming up for the historical film Randamoozham, based on the Mt Vasudevan Nair novel of the same name. #Odiyan Teaser. Unveiling the transition of Odiyan Manickan. Presenting to you the young and vibrant Manickan in me who travelled back in time. #OdiyanRising pic.twitter.com/7ERbBeIsWg — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) December 13, 2017 Enanble Notification: NoTnm Marquee: No...
- 12/13/2017
- by Megha
- The News Minute
Reliance Big Pictures will release the Malayalam film Kutty Srank on 23 July. This is Mammootty's first film with Shaji N. Karun, who began his career as a cinematographer and later turned to direction with Piravi in 1988. His directorial debut won him the Camera d'Or - Mention d'honneur at the Cannes Film Festival in 1989. Kutty Srank scripted by Shaji, P.F. Mathews & Hari Krishnan (screenplay) has Mammootty playing the male lead. The film also stars actresses Padmapriya, Kamalini, Meena Kumari in female leads. The film’s music has been composed by Isaac ...
- 6/2/2010
- BusinessofCinema
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