Malayalam cinema, also known as Mollywood, is one of the most vibrant and diverse film industries in India. Malayalam films are known for their realistic portrayal of social issues, cultural diversity, artistic experimentation, and technical excellence. In this article, we will look at the top 10 highest-grossing Malayalam films of all time, based on their worldwide collections.
10. Rdx (2023) Rdx Trailer
Rdx is a new action film of Antony Varghese, Neeraj Madhav, and Shane Nigam. It is directed by Nahas Hidayath and produced by Weekend Blockbusters. The film was released on 25 August 2023 and became a hit, grossing ₹65 crore (US$9 million) worldwide1. The film is about the life of three mysterious individuals who are involved in a series of heists and chases. The film features well-choreographed action sequences and a nunchak fight. The film has received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.
9. Drishyam (2013)
This film is a thriller that follows the ordeal of Georgekutty,...
10. Rdx (2023) Rdx Trailer
Rdx is a new action film of Antony Varghese, Neeraj Madhav, and Shane Nigam. It is directed by Nahas Hidayath and produced by Weekend Blockbusters. The film was released on 25 August 2023 and became a hit, grossing ₹65 crore (US$9 million) worldwide1. The film is about the life of three mysterious individuals who are involved in a series of heists and chases. The film features well-choreographed action sequences and a nunchak fight. The film has received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.
9. Drishyam (2013)
This film is a thriller that follows the ordeal of Georgekutty,...
- 9/4/2023
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Opinion Honey uses the same tool of objectification that filmmakers have used relentlessly to satiate the male gaze. But in a way, she also casually exposes the sexual depravity and dichotomy of society.Courtesy - Shikku J / InstagramIt isn’t easy being a female actor in India, especially in the age of social media. In plain and simple words, once she becomes an actor, she is treated almost like public property. Her photographs, films, interviews, wardrobe, and the choices she makes in her personal life are all subject to harsh public audits. It is in the middle of this abhorrent moral mayhem that a Honey Rose walks in, spinning around the otherwise prosaic celebrity inaugurations. Honey graciously sashayed in stunning body-hugging gowns, spaghetti tops, and translucent saris, with a delightful smile plastered on her face. It goes without saying that she played her cards well – an actor who has been...
- 6/27/2023
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Producing
“The Crown” actor Derek Jacobi has boarded David Bartlett’s short film “Mousie” as executive producer, Variety can exclusively reveal. The film, which is produced by Will Poole (“Waffle the Wonder Dog”), tells the story of a seven-year-old Roma girl who seeks sanctuary from the Nazis in a decaying Weimar Cabaret Club.
“’Mousie’ is such a beautiful film – original, heartbreaking, yet also uplifting,” says Jacobi, who played the Duke of Windsor in Netflix’s royal series. “It is so relevant and provocative too. Amid really atmospheric cinematography and art direction, David Bartlett’s exquisite direction has delivered the most arresting performances, led by a remarkable young child. ‘Mousie’ is unmissable.”
Writer and director Bartlett began his career at the BBC where he worked on dramatizations including “The Great Train Robbery” and “The Hitler Diaries.” “Mousie,” which is eligible for Academy Award consideration, has screened at the Dublin International Film Festival,...
“The Crown” actor Derek Jacobi has boarded David Bartlett’s short film “Mousie” as executive producer, Variety can exclusively reveal. The film, which is produced by Will Poole (“Waffle the Wonder Dog”), tells the story of a seven-year-old Roma girl who seeks sanctuary from the Nazis in a decaying Weimar Cabaret Club.
“’Mousie’ is such a beautiful film – original, heartbreaking, yet also uplifting,” says Jacobi, who played the Duke of Windsor in Netflix’s royal series. “It is so relevant and provocative too. Amid really atmospheric cinematography and art direction, David Bartlett’s exquisite direction has delivered the most arresting performances, led by a remarkable young child. ‘Mousie’ is unmissable.”
Writer and director Bartlett began his career at the BBC where he worked on dramatizations including “The Great Train Robbery” and “The Hitler Diaries.” “Mousie,” which is eligible for Academy Award consideration, has screened at the Dublin International Film Festival,...
- 11/12/2021
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Tollywood‘Drushyam 2’ is the Telugu remake of director Jeethu Joseph’s hit Malayalam film ‘Drishyam 2’, starring Mohanlal in the lead. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ Amazon Prime Video Over-the-top (Ott) platform Amazon Prime Video announced on Friday, November 12 that actor Venkatesh Daggubati starrer Telugu thriller Drushyam 2 is all set to premiere on November 25. Drushyam 2 is the Telugu remake of director Jeethu Joseph’s hit Malayalam film Drishyam 2, starring Mohanlal in the lead. Drushyam 2 is also helmed by Jeethu Joseph and is produced by Daggubati Suresh Babu, Rajkumar Sethupathy and Antony Perumbavoor of Suresh Productions, Rajkumar Theatres and Max Movies. Drushyam 2 is the sequel to hit thriller Drushyam. It features an ensemble cast of actors including Meena, Kruthika, Esther Anil along with Sampath Raj and Poorna in pivotal roles. Sharing the announcement with fans, Venkatesh tweeted on Friday, “The truth has begun to unveil itself. But the question is - has it left a permanent scar on Rambabu?...
- 11/12/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
TollywoodVenkatesh is reprising Mohanlal’s role in the Telugu remake of ‘Drishyam 2’.Tnm StaffTwitter/Suresh ProductionsAfter kickstarting the production for the Telugu remake of the critically acclaimed Malayalam movie Drishyam 2 on March 2, the filming is progressing at a brisk pace. Actor Venkatesh Daggubati, who is reprising Mohanlal’s role from the original, recently wrapped up the shooting for his portions in Drushyam 2. Suresh Productions, which is bankrolling Drushyam 2, took to Twitter to give fans an update about the production and announced that actor Venkatesh Daggubati has wrapped up shooting for his portions. Sharing a photo featuring the lead actors from the movie. Actors Meena, Kruthika Jayakumar, Esther Anil and Nadiya are reprising roles from the Telugu prequel Drushyam, which hit the big screens in 2014. However, unlike Drushyam, the sequel is directed by Jeethu Joseph, who directed the original Malayalam movies — Drishyam and Drishyam 2. The movie is jointly produced...
- 4/16/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Social mediaFrom slut shaming to colourism and threats of sexual violence, the social media pages of teen celebrities abound with abuse. Saradha UFacebook & InstagramA few days ago, Esther Anil, who essayed the role of Mohanlal’s daughter in popular Malayalam movie Drishyam and its sequel Drishyam 2, was at the receiving end of moral policing online. An Instagram user attempted to taunt the 19-year-old actor for her choice of clothes. "Now you are qualified to act in Hindi cinema. You should also show the skill to act in English films,” the user wrote, commenting on pictures posted by Esther that were taken at a party she attended in Bengaluru. Not to be cowed down, Esther replied to the comment saying “Who are you, sir, to decide my qualifications?” Many users appreciated her reply and supported her. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Esther Anil (@_estheranil) This is not an isolated instance.
- 3/17/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe 'Rrr' director appreciated the way 'Drishyam 2' merges with its prequel, calling it 'nothing short of brilliant'.Tnm StaffFacebookSince its release on February 19, the highly-anticipated Malayalam movie Drishyam 2 starring Mohanlal in the lead, has been receiving praises from all corners. The latest word of praise for the film came from Baahubali director SS Rajamouli, when he sent a long message of appreciation to Drishyam director Jeethu Joseph. The latter shared a screenshot of the message of social media and thanked Rajamouli for his kind words. “Thank you Rajamouli sir... I am honored...you made my day (sic),” the caption of the Facebook post read. Rajamouli said that Drishyam 2 is a world-class film. He also mentioned that he went back to watch the first part after watching the sequel. “Hi Jeethu, this is Rajamouli. Film director. Watched Drishyam 2, few days back...It lingered so much...
- 3/16/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
MollywoodEsther Anil recently posted pictures with a friend from a party she attended in Bengaluru.Tnm StaffActor Esther Anil, who played the younger teenage daughter in the popular Malayalam films Drishyam and Drishyam 2, recently shared pictures from a party she attended in Bengaluru. Wearing a navy-blue party dress, Esther is seen sitting with a friend and striking poses for the camera. Within hours of her posting the pictures on Instagram, a user made a sly comment on her clothes, to which Esther gave an apt reply. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Esther Anil (@_estheranil) Apparently taking a dig at her choice of clothes, the user wrote, "Now you are qualified to act in Hindi cinema. You should also show the skill to act in English films." Esther replied with a smiling emoticon, "Who are you, sir, to decide my qualifications?" Her reply was immediately appreciated by other users.
- 2/27/2021
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Mollywood R Ashwin had said that he was particularly impressed with the fabulous twists and courtroom sequence in the movie.Tnm StaffInstagram/ Ipl Actor Mohanlal’s Drishyam 2 has attracted positive reviews from fans and critics alike. Many celebrities had congratulated filmmaker Jeethu Joseph and actor Mohanlal for the success of the film. Cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin is the latest addition to the list. The 34-year-old cricketer was impressed with the twists and especially the courtroom sequence in the movie. He took to Twitter to express his opinion about Drishyam 2 and called it fabulous in a tweet he posted on February 21. “I laughed out loud when George Kutty @Mohanlal created that twist in the court #Drishyam2 . If you guys dint, please start all over again from #Drishyam1. Fabulous!! Just fabulous (sic),” the tweet read. I laughed out loud when George Kutty @Mohanlal created that twist in the court #Drishyam2 . If you guys dint,...
- 2/25/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Mollywood‘Drishyam 2’, starring Mohanlal and Meena, premiered on Amazon Prime Video on February 19.Digital NativeDigital NativeThe Mohanlal starrer Drishyam 2 recently premiered on the Ott platform Amazon Prime Video, to wide-spread appreciation from fans and critics, just like its prequel. Many celebrities have expressed their love for the film as well. Cricketer R Ashwin recently spoke about Drishyam 2 on an episode of his YouTube series, ‘Madrasapattinam’. Ashwin, while praising the efforts of the film’s lead stars Mohanlal and Meena and director Jeethu Joseph, talked about the lessons that one can learn from Drishyam 2. He said, “There is a law in physics that every action has an equal and opposite reaction. That law states that we need to face the consequences for every action that we do. So, we can try our best to deal with the consequences that come out of our actions that we can’t control as well.
- 2/23/2021
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
OpinionIn the 2013 film, Georgekutty's family was worried about what society would say if the clip was leaked. In the 2021 film, they have learnt to brazen it out, stand by each other.Sowmya Rajendran*Major Spoilers Ahead Drishyam 2, the sequel to Jeethu Joseph's 2013 blockbuster, has been the talk of the town ever since it released on February 19 on Amazon Prime Video. This time though, the discussions are not only on the plot and the performances; they're also on the original crime that triggers the events that unfold. A privileged young man, Varun Prabhakar, films Anju (Ansiba Hassan), a young girl, in the nude when they are at a nature camp together and threatens to leak her video unless she provides him sexual favours. A frightened Anju confides in her mother Rani (Meena) and the two of them meet Varun at night, hoping to persuade him to delete the video.
- 2/23/2021
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
MollywoodPrithviraj also pointed out that making the sequel of a cult hit like 'Drishyam' was a huge responsibility.Tnm StaffMalayalam thriller Drishyam 2, starring Mohanlal, released on Amazon Prime Video on February 19 and has garnered positive reviews. Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran was among the first few people who shared their views about the film. The actor had nothing but praises in store for Drishyam 2. Actor Prithviraj posted a review of the film on his Facebook wall where he mentioned that he has been wanting to talk about the film for a long time now ever since he watched a preview. Before delving into the specifics, he acknowledged that it is indeed difficult for the makers to come up with a sequel, after setting a yardstick for themselves with a blockbuster like Drishyam. “Following up a cult piece of cinema with a sequel is a huge responsibility. And with something like Drishyam,...
- 2/19/2021
- by Shiba
- The News Minute
ReviewJeethu makes us believe Georgekutty is playing snakes and ladders; we realise in the end that it was chess all along. Sowmya RajendranScreengrabThere is no such thing as a perfect crime. The criminal always leaves behind his or her mark; whether that is discovered or not depends on a number of factors. However, in Jeethu Joseph's 2013 film Drishyam, the audience was left convinced at the end that Georgekutty (Mohanlal) had indeed pulled it off. He had hoodwinked the police forever and it was all over. But cinema is different from reality and crime has a way of catching up with the guilty. And no one knows this better than the cinema-crazy Georgekutty who has learnt life lessons from the popular art, sitting in the small office of his cable TV operation. In Drishyam 2, a sequel that was highly anticipated with much misgiving by fans (how can that story possibly be continued?...
- 2/19/2021
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
Critic’s review of the Malayalam language thriller movie Drishyam 2, a sequel to the 2013 cult Drishyam starring Mohanlal. Written and directed by Jeethu Joseph, Drishyam 2 is produced by Antony Perumbavoor through the company Aashirvad Cinemas. Drishyam 2 also stars Meena, Ansiba Hassan and Esther Anil.
Drishyam 2 Movie Review
Who can beat this brilliance? A terrific sequel that respects and honours the original 2013 cult that made ways for Kamal Hassan’s Papnasam and Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam in 2015. A pioneer will remain a pioneer and here the awesome twosome of Mohanlal and Jeethu Joseph create that magical brilliance dobaara (again) that offers its pious tribute to Akira Kurosawa’s Rashomon and Sherlock Holmes while maintaining the winningly emotional twig of family - father daughter emotions.
Beginning with six years after the event of Drishyam, Drishyam 2 sees the local cable TV operator George Kutty (Mohanlal) now a proud...
Drishyam 2 Movie Review
Who can beat this brilliance? A terrific sequel that respects and honours the original 2013 cult that made ways for Kamal Hassan’s Papnasam and Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam in 2015. A pioneer will remain a pioneer and here the awesome twosome of Mohanlal and Jeethu Joseph create that magical brilliance dobaara (again) that offers its pious tribute to Akira Kurosawa’s Rashomon and Sherlock Holmes while maintaining the winningly emotional twig of family - father daughter emotions.
Beginning with six years after the event of Drishyam, Drishyam 2 sees the local cable TV operator George Kutty (Mohanlal) now a proud...
- 2/18/2021
- by Vishal Verma
- GlamSham
TollywoodThe film will be titled 'Drushyam 2'.Rajaneesh VilakudyDirector Jeethu Joseph, who shot to national fame with the Mohanlal-starrer Drishyam, is on a roll. Amazon Prime Video, a popular Over-the-Top platform is just hours away from releasing Drishyam 2, but away from the hype and hoopla, the film’s director Jeethu is busy scouting locations in Telangana, gearing up to shoot Drishyam 2 in Telugu with Venkatesh in the lead. Released in 2014, the Telugu remake of Drishyam—titled Drushyam —was directed by Sripriya, but this time, the sequel will be directed by Jeethu himself. A reliable source tells us that Jeethu landed in Hyderabad two days ago and had been in talks with multiple people involved. It’s also learnt that the film’s shoot could happen as early as March first week. “Everything happened in a flash. If things go as planned, the shoot of Drushyam 2 will begin...
- 2/18/2021
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe Kerala Film Chamber has said it will not allow ‘Drishyam 2’ to have a theatrical release following the makers’ decision to premiere the film on an Ott platform.Tnm StaffStill from Drishyam 2Actor Mohanlal’s most awaited film Drishyam 2, directed by celebrated filmmaker Jeethu Joseph, is all set for an Ott release on February 19. Speculation about the film’s theatrical release has been going on since December. However, when the makers announced the release of the film on the Ott platform Amazon Prime, there was a lot of criticism. The Kerala Film Chamber has now said that Drishyam 2, like other Malayalam films which released on Ott, will not be allowed a theatrical release. “Drishyam 2, like any other Malayalam film that released first on an Ott platform, will not be allowed to have a theatrical release. The films that register with the film chamber sign an affidavit that they...
- 2/16/2021
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is an action-comedy, written by Udaykrishna, and directed by B Unnikrishnan.Digital NativeMohanlal has wrapped up his portions for the big budget movie Neyyattinkara Gopante Aaraattu, directed by B Unnikrishnan. It is an action-comedy movie written by Udaykrishna, who wrote Mohanlal’s Pulimurugan. The director tweeted, “Lal sir finished his portrayal of Neyyattinkara Gopan today; all that’s left now is just one day’s work which he will finish in March second week. Everyone who has worked with him knows he’s simply the best to work with. The way he made things a lot easier for everyone in the unit during this hectic shoot, made more difficult by the pandemic, was just amazing!! A Big Thank You, Sir.” After Drishyam 2, Mohanlal had begun shooting for Neyyattinkara Gopante Aaraattu. The film went on floors on November 23 last year and the shooting progressed in Palakkad, following all the safety protocols.
- 2/13/2021
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe trailer was supposed to release on February 8 but had to be put out sooner after a suspected leak on social media.Tnm StaffThe house, the exchanges, the neighbourhood all look the same. Except seven years have passed and the events of Drishyam 2, sequel to Mohanlal’s hugely successful Drishyam, take off after a gap. The film, which will release on Amazon Prime on February 19, has just had its trailer released after a suspected leak of the same on social media. The trailer was supposed to be launched virtually on February 8. Now, Mohanlal has released it on his page. It is two minutes and 17 seconds long and gives a peek into where the characters stand, after they went through the ordeal of a crime investigation in the first part. Watch: Trailer of Drishyam 2 Unlock a new chapter in the life of Georgekutty and his family.#Drishyam2Trailer out now: https://t.
- 2/6/2021
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Mollywood The film is slated to hit cinemas on August 12, 2021.Digital NativeThe much-awaited first look poster of the Mohanlal-starrer, Aaraattu, has been released by the star himself on his social media handle on Monday. Sharing poster the star took to his Twitter and wrote, "#Aaraattu Official Poster (sic)." #Aaraattu Official Poster@unnikrishnanb pic.twitter.com/qd8uodthhX — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) February 1, 2021 The poster features Mohanlal can be seen in a fierce look, ready to take his enemies head-on. His car can be seen in the background. From the poster, it is evident that Mohanlal will be playing a mass role in this flick. The film is slated to hit cinemas on August 12, 2021. Directed by B Unnikrishnan, the film has Mohanlal playing the role of Neyyattinkara Gopante Aaraattu. The film has been scripted by Udyakrishna. Aaraattu, which is being shot primarily in Palakkad, is being made on a budget of Rs...
- 2/2/2021
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film has been directed by B Unnikrishnan.Digital NativeTwitter/ B UnnikrishnanKannada star Garuda Ram of Kgf fame has been roped in for a pivotal role in the Mohanlal starrer Aaraattu. The upcoming mass entertainer is being directed by B Unnikrishnan. On Wednesday, director Unnikrishnan took to his social media pages and shared a picture with the leading man Mohanlal and Garuda Ram. "It was nice working with Ram, aka Garuda Ram in #aarattu," wrote B Unnikrishnan in his tweet. It was nice working with Ram, aka Garuda Ram in #Aarattu pic.twitter.com/9xOfZ4W5Sa — B Unnikrishnan (@unnikrishnanb) January 20, 2021 Even though nothing much has been revealed about the Kgf actor's character in the movie, the sources close to the project suggest that he is playing the lead antagonist. In the film, Mohanlal plays the titular role of Neyyattinkara Gopan, who travels from Neyyattinkara to Palakkad. Apparently, the actor travels in a black Mercedes,...
- 1/21/2021
- by Sanjana
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is a sequel to the 2013 blockbuster film ‘Drishyam’, directed by Jeethu Joseph.Digital NativeMohanlal and Jeethu JosephThe teaser of Drishyam 2: The Resumption, the sequel of Mohanlal’s 2013 blockbuster Drishyam will be released on January 1, 2021. The actor shared the news on his Twitter account. “The teaser of #Drishyam2 will be released on Jan 1st, 2021, 00:00 am Ist. Wait for the surprise Georgekutty and family is going to bring, this New Year. Stay Tuned #Drishyam,” he tweeted. Mohanlal had wrapped up the shooting of Drishyam 2, directed by Jeethu Joseph, some time ago. The film is set seven years after the events of Drishyam, in which Mohanlal’s character Georgekutty hatched a sensational plan to cover up a murder and save his family. Drishyam 2 is currently in the post-production stage. The film is produced by Antony Perumbavoor. Director Jeethu Joseph has retained the same core team for the sequel.
- 12/22/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is directed by renowned cinematographer-filmmaker Santosh Sivan.Digital NativeThe first song from Jack and Jill, a Malayalam film directed by renowned cinematographer-filmmaker Santosh Sivan, will be released on November 27. This track has been sung by actor Manju Warrier, who plays the lead role in the film. Jack and Jill’s cast comprises Manju Warrier in the lead, with Kalidas Jayaram, Esther Anil, Nedumudi Venu, Basil Joseph, Aju Varghese and Shaylee Krishen forming the rest of the cast. Bk Harinarayanan has penned the lyrics for which Ram Sunder has composed the tunes. Sources in the know say that Jack and Jill will be a bilingual releasing in Malayalam and Tamil. The film is bankrolled by the Dubai based company, Lensman Studios. Besides directing it, Santosh Sivan is cranking the camera for this venture. Renjith is roped in for editing. Reports are that Jack and Jill is a sci-fi film...
- 11/25/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe photo, taken by Aniesh Upaasana, was shared on the actor’s Twitter page.Digital NativePhoto credit - Aniesh UpaasanaMalayalam superstar Mohanlal shared a stylish new picture of himself online which is going viral among the netizens. Captioning it “Concept Photography - Aniesh Upaasana” Mohanlal posted the picture on Twitter. The actor can be seen sitting casually in a wrought iron chair with a coffee cup and newspaper on a table beside him. He looks stylish in the black and white picture, wearing a crew shirt, an unbuttoned shirt over it and a pair of jeans, with his feet resting on another chair. Mohanlal, who was recently spotted with Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt during Deepavali, will be joining the sets of a B Unnikrishnan directorial on November 23. Titled Neyyattinkara Gopante Aaraattu, the film has Mohanlal playing the lead role. Shraddha Srinath has been roped in to share screen space with Mohanlal in this film.
- 11/20/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodBoth films are directed by Jeethu Joseph who made the popular film ‘Drishyam’, another Mohanlal starrer, in 2013.Digital NativeSharing a picture on his social media page, director Jeethu Joseph disclosed that the editing of two of his upcoming films – Ram and Drishyam 2 - is in progress. Interestingly, both these films have Malayalam superstar Mohanlal playing the lead role. The shooting of Ram began much before the coronavirus lockdown and the team had a small portion to shoot which was reportedly completed when the lockdown was lifted. The director then moved over to the shooting of Drishyam 2 which was wrapped up recently. Drishyam 2 is the sequel to the smash-hit movie Drishyam that was released in the year 2013. Director Jeethu Joseph has retained the same core team for the sequel. While Mohanlal will be reprising the role George Kutty, Meena will be seen as his wife Rani George and Ansiba...
- 11/17/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
EntertainmentThe picture of the actors having a good time together have gone viral on the internet.Tnm StaffA picture of Mohanlal visiting Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt for Deepavali is going viral on the internet. Mohanlal is in a red T shirt and his trademark beret cap, Sanjay Dutt and his wife Maanayata in traditional celebratory costumes. They are flanked by businessman Sameer Hamsa. In the background you can spot the high rise buildings of Mumbai. Last October, Mohanlal had posted another picture on his Instagram page with Sanjay Dutt, then sparking rumours of a film they might work together for. However, no further reports of such a film have later surfaced. All that's captioned in the new Deepavali picture on Mohanlal's page is 'Diwali' and then a hashtag called friends. Recently the Malayalam star was photographed at the Ipl finals in Dubai, watching the game between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals.
- 11/14/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe actor, an ardent fan of cricket, captained the Kerala Strikers team in the Celebrity Cricket League of 2011.Digital NativeAfter wrapping up Drishyam 2, Malayalam superstar Mohanlal flew down to Dubai and scooped some time out from his schedule to watch the Ipl 2020 final clash between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals. Pictures of him suited up at the stadium are going viral. Mohanlal who is an ardent fan of cricket captained the Kerala Strikers team in Celebrity Cricket League in 2011. View this post on Instagram Dubai: Superstar actor Mohanlal and other guests watch the final cricket match of the Indian Premier League (Ipl) T20 between Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians, at Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai, Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020. (Pti Photos/Sportzpics for Bcci) A post shared by The News Minute (@thenewsminute) on Nov 11, 2020 at 12:30am Pst On the work front, Mohanlal recently wrapped up shooting for Drishyam 2, the...
- 11/11/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is a sequel to the popular film ‘Drishyam’, directed by Jeethu Joseph.Digital NativeThe shooting of Drishyam 2, the sequel to the hit film of the same title, directed by Jeethu Joseph commenced last month. Besides Mohanlal and Meena, who played the lead roles in Drishyam, the film will also have Ansiba Hassan and Esther Anil playing their daughters as in the prequel. Now, the team has wrapped the shooting of the film. Drishyam 2 had a schedule planned for 56 days but the movie wrapped up its shoot in 46 days. Mohanlal after wrapping the film has headed to Dubai on a short break, and pictures of the star from the airport are doing the rounds online. After wrapping up the shooting of the movie director Jeethu Joseph wrote, “The shoot of Drishyam 2 has officially ended today. The film, which was scheduled for 56 days, has been completed in 46 days.
- 11/9/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe shooting of 'Drishyam 2' is progressing in Idukki.Digital Native The Malayalam superstar Mohanlal joined the sets of Drishyam 2 last month after the coronavirus lockdown rules were relaxed. At present, the shooting is progressing well at a location in Thodupuzha in Kerala. While there are regular updates about the film, the latest we have is about the Biriyani treat the superstar treated his crew with. Yes, recently, Mohanlal treated the team to some biriyani and his co-stars shared the pics online while thanking him. Sharing pics of the Biriyani treat from their lead star Mohanlal, Esther Anil posted on her social media page, “Mohanlal got us delicious Biryani even though he is on a diet… @ansiba.hassan and I are in a food coma. I hope @meenasagar16 is okay in her room.” To this Meena, who plays Mohanlal’s wife in the film replied, “Yup I'm in food coma too.
- 10/23/2020
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe groundwork for this project is on and the shooting is likely to commence in January next year.Digital NativeReports have emerged in the tinsel town that ace cinematographer Santosh Sivan will direct the Hindi remake of the hit Tamil film Maanagaram, directed by Lokesh Kanakaraj in 2017. Sources in the know say that the remake will star Vikrant Massey in the lead role and the rest of the star cast will be announced soon officially. The groundwork for this project is on and the shooting is likely to commence in January next year. The entire shooting will be wrapped in a 50-day schedule and will be shot in various parts of Mumbai, add sources. Incidentally, the shooting of the original version was completed in 46 days. Maanagaram was a Tamil action thriller film that was written and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. It was bankrolled by Sr Prakashbabu, Sr Prabhu, Prabhu Venkatachalam,...
- 9/30/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe star, who came down to Kochi from Chennai post the lockdown, took care of the farm with keen interest.Digital NativeInstagram/MohanlalMalayalam superstar Mohanlal recently posted photos from his farm in Kochi’s Elamakkara on his Instagram and they immediately went viral. According to sources close to the actor, the farm is completely organic in which he cultivates tomatoes, lettuce, ladies’ finger, among others. The star, who was at his farm during the lockdown, took care of it with keen interest, say sources. The star’s close associate was quoted by Toi as saying, “Mohanlal sir is cultivating vegetables such as ladies finger, different types of beans, lettuce, papaya, tomato and so on in his fifty-cent land beside the house. Post lockdown, when he came down to Kochi from Chennai, he began farming at Elamakkara. He got a lot of free time to concentrate on farming due to the pandemic.
- 9/30/2020
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
MollywoodWhile the core team of actors will remain the same, the film, directed by Jeethu Joseph, will also have some new characters.Digital NativeThe shooting of Drishyam 2, a most anticipated Malayalam film, began on September 21 with its lead star Mohanlal joining the sets later on. Drishyam 2 is the sequel to the smash hit movie Drishyam that was released in the year 2013. While the core team of actors will remain the same, the film will also have some new characters and Murali Gopy, Ganesh Kumar and Sai Kumar have been roped in to play these roles. Director Jeethu Joseph has said that the film will take off seven years after where it ended in part 1. Mohanlal will reprise the role of George Kutty, Meena will be seen as Rani George and Ansiba and Esther Anil will be playing their daughters as in the prequel. The cast will also include Sidhique,...
- 9/25/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Malayalam superstar Mohanlal has joined the unit of his upcoming film, Drishyam 2.
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Joined at the sets of #Drishyam2 by adhering to all safety protocols set for Covid 19. . . . . #drishyam #drishyam2 #shooting #covidprotocolsinplace
A post shared by Mohanlal (@mohanlal) on Sep 24, 2020 at 11:46pm Pdt
The 60-year-old veteran actor shared the news on Instagram, "Joined at the sets of #Drishyam2 by adhering to all safety protocols set for Covid 19." He tagged his post with #drishyam #drishyam2 #shooting and #covidprotocolsinplace.
Mohanlal had earlier shared a picture from his garden and shared that he is indulging in organic farming. "Organic Farming at Home," he wrote.
"Drishyam 2" is written by Jeethu Joseph. The film is the sequel to the 2013 Malayalam blockbuster "Drishyam" and co-stars Meena, Ansiba Hassan and Esther Anil. The 2013 original had a Bollywood remake of the same name in 2015, featuring Ajay Devgn, Tabu and Kajal Aggarwal. --ians...
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Joined at the sets of #Drishyam2 by adhering to all safety protocols set for Covid 19. . . . . #drishyam #drishyam2 #shooting #covidprotocolsinplace
A post shared by Mohanlal (@mohanlal) on Sep 24, 2020 at 11:46pm Pdt
The 60-year-old veteran actor shared the news on Instagram, "Joined at the sets of #Drishyam2 by adhering to all safety protocols set for Covid 19." He tagged his post with #drishyam #drishyam2 #shooting and #covidprotocolsinplace.
Mohanlal had earlier shared a picture from his garden and shared that he is indulging in organic farming. "Organic Farming at Home," he wrote.
"Drishyam 2" is written by Jeethu Joseph. The film is the sequel to the 2013 Malayalam blockbuster "Drishyam" and co-stars Meena, Ansiba Hassan and Esther Anil. The 2013 original had a Bollywood remake of the same name in 2015, featuring Ajay Devgn, Tabu and Kajal Aggarwal. --ians...
- 9/25/2020
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
MollywoodHe debuted in 2000 with Sathyan Anthikad’s 'Kochu Kochu Santhoshangal', playing the son of his actor dad Jayaram.Digital NativeActor Kalidas Jayaram has been very active on his social media page ever since the lockdown had begun. Recently he shared a still from his first film as a child artiste, captioning it ‘Lil creep’. He had started acting as a child, making his debut in Sathyan Anthikad’s film Kochu Kochu Santhoshangal in 2000, in which he played the son of his real life dad and actor Jayaram. Kalidas later acted in Ente Veedu Appuvinteyum, again as Jayaram’s son, winning that year’s National Award for best child artiste. His first movie as an adult is Poomaram, directed by Abrid Shine. The actor who has been active on Instagram had recently shared pictures of his dad Jayaram’s workout. In another post, he wrote about growing vegetables in his garden...
- 9/16/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodJeethu Joseph who directed the 2013 hit film ‘Drishyam’ will also direct the sequel.Digital NativeMohanlal will be joining the sets of Drishyam 2 on September 20, confirm sources. The shooting of this much-expected film was planned to commence in August but could not take off due to the pandemic. According to the latest update, the new date has been set considering the star’s availability. Mohanlal will be at the Ayurveda facility from September 2 to 15 for his annual wellness program. He will be joining the Drishyam 2 sets after completing the program as planned. Drishyam 2, the sequel to the hit film of the same title, will be directed by Jeethu Joseph, who also directed the first part. Speaking to the students at the Additional Skill Acquisition Programme, an initiative of the Kerala government, director Jeethu Joseph said earlier that the thriller element ended in Drishyam and the sequel will be on how the family is doing well.
- 9/15/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is directed by Mahesh Vettiyaar who wrote the script with Sarath Krishna.Digital NativeThe first look poster of the upcoming Malayalam film Vellarikka Pattanam is out and shows its lead actors Manju Warrier and Soubin Shahir sporting the Kalaripayattu costume. Sharing the first look online, Manju Warrier wrote: “#VellarikkaPattanam Very happy to share the first look poster of my next ! Can't wait to join this super fun team with dearest @soubinshahir !!! Directed By Mahesh Vettiyaar @maheshvettiyaar.” The film is directed by Mahesh Vettiyaar and he wrote the script with Sarath Krishna. The technical crew of this film includes Jayesh Nair for cinematography, Sachin Shankor Mannath for music and Appu N Bhattathiri and Arju Benn for editing. The shooting of Vellarikka Pattanam was planned to commence earlier this year but could not take off due to the lockdown forced by the spread of Covid-19. Reports are that the team...
- 9/14/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film, which was announced in 2014 and went on the floors by December of that year, has been getting delayed for various reasons. Digital NativeDigital NativeKalidas Jayaram starred in a film called Oru Pakka Kathai, which marks his debut on the silver screen, but it didn't release. The film, which was announced in 2014 and went on the floors by December of that year, has been getting delayed for various reasons. The film was also supposed to be the debut for Megha Akash and composer Govind Vasanth in Tamil. Later, the makers sold the rights to the digital platform Zee5 as the theatrical release failed to happen and the latest update is that the film will be premiering on the Ott platform on September 25. An official update from Zee5 and the makers is expected to be out soon. Balaji has arranged a special preview of the film to his close friends...
- 9/10/2020
- by Luke
- The News Minute
MollywoodWhile Bhavana and Manju are active in the film industry, Samyuktha has stayed away from the silver screen since 2002.Digital NativeManju, Bhavana, SamyukthaPictures of three popular women actors in Malayalam cinema -- Manju Warrier, Samyuktha Varma, and Bhavana – have gone viral after the latter posted it on Instagram. The actor shared the pictures of them hanging out together with the caption, “Best Friends are the Siblings God forgot to give us ......?? #FriendsLikeFamily #SoulSisters #MandatoryMBSKoodals #MineForever #NothingButFun.” While Bhavana and Manju Warrier are active in the film industry, Samyuktha Varma has stayed away from the silver screen since 2002, after marrying actor Biju Menon. View this post on Instagram Best Friends are the Siblings God forgot to give us ...... #FriendsLikeFamily #SoulSisters #MandatoryMBSKoodals #MineForever #NothingButFun A post shared by Mrs June6 ♀️ (@bhavzmenon) on Sep 3, 2020 at 3:08am Pdt Manju Warrier currently has a slew of films in various stages of production. She plays...
- 9/5/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodAfter pictures of megastar Mammootty’s workout went viral, it is now Jayaram’s turn to inspire the youth to stay fit during the lockdown. Digital NativeRecently, Malayalam megastar Mammootty had shared pictures of his workout much to the delight of his fans. It was an inspiration for the youth to stay fit during the Covid-19 lockdown. And now, actor Kalidas Jayaram has shared pictures of his father and actor Jayaram’s workout. Posting the picture on Instagram, Kalidas wrote, “Be stronger than your excuses. This man still wakes up at 5 am every morning and works out. If I am half of where he is at his age I would consider myself lucky.” While his dad is setting fitness goals for the youth, Kalidas has been engaged in farming during the lockdown. The young actor has revealed that he grew veggies in his garden and the Onam Sadhya this year...
- 9/4/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
NetflixThe other filmmakers roped in to direct the anthology are Gautham Menon, Vignesh Shivn and Vetrimaaran.Digital NativeDigital NativeIt was recently reported that four leading Tamil filmmakers – Gautham Menon, Sudha Kongara, Vignesh Shivn and Vetrimaaran – have been roped in by Netflix to direct a Tamil anthology web series. Sudha Kongara’s anthology will star Shanthnu Bhagyaraj and Kalidas Jayaram, both actors making their digital debut with this Netflix film. While an official announcement is awaited, reports doing the rounds say that Kalidas Jayaram plays a transgender person in the film. Sources told Dt Next, “Kalidas’ performance will stand out in the entire anthology. He has done a brilliant job and this role will take his career to new heights in the south. His mannerisms and body language on the sets earned him appreciation on the spot.” Reports also suggest that while Prakash Raj and Sai Pallavi will be seen in Vetrimaaran’s short,...
- 8/16/2020
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe five-second teaser was released by Mohanlal on his social media pages. Tnm StaffActor Mohanlal has offered a great birthday treat for all his fans across the globe. The actor, who turned 60 on Thursday, released the teaser of the much-awaited sequel to the 2013 superhit movie, Drishyam, on his social media pages. The five-second teaser of Drishyam 2, which will be directed by Jeethu Joseph, starts with ominous music, while pages of a book flip. As the book closes, it reveals the cover page: the sketch of George Kutty (Mohanlal’s character in the movie) with a shovel, standing in a dilapidated site, presumably the spot where he buried a body, as seen in the first instalment. The book, as seen in the teaser, is titled: ‘Drishaym 2, The Resumption’. The teaser then ends with a glimpse of George Kutty’s eyes. #Drishyam #Drishyam2 pic.twitter.com/OHnue7P5uw — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) May...
- 5/21/2020
- by Shiba
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe five-second teaser was released by Mohanlal on his social media pages. Tnm StaffActor Mohanlal has offered a great birthday treat for all his fans across the globe. The actor, who turned 60 on Thursday, released the teaser of the much-awaited sequel to the 2013 superhit movie, Drishyam, on his social media pages. The five-second teaser of Drishyam 2, which will be directed by Jeethu Joseph, starts with ominous music, while pages of a book flip. As the book closes, it reveals the cover page: the sketch of George Kutty (Mohanlal’s character in the movie) with a shovel, standing in a dilapidated site, presumably the spot where he buried a body, as seen in the first instalment. The book, as seen in the teaser, is titled: ‘Drishaym 2, The Resumption’. The teaser then ends with a glimpse of George Kutty’s eyes. #Drishyam #Drishyam2 pic.twitter.com/OHnue7P5uw — Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) May...
- 5/21/2020
- by Shiba
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe picture has Manju Warrier and Kalidas Jayaram striking a dance pose along with Aju Varghese and Basil Joseph. Digital NativeDigital NativeA still from the Santosh Sivan directorial Jack n Jill is going viral among the netizens. The picture has Manju Warrier and Kalidas Jayaram striking a dance pose along with Aju Varghese and Basil Joseph. View this post on Instagram #jackandjill A post shared by Kalidas Jayaram (@kalidas_jayaram) on Apr 13, 2020 at 12:28am Pdt Jack n Jill was originally scheduled to hit the marquee in April but its release now stands postponed due to the coronavirus scare and the lockdown. The fresh release date will be announced after the lockdown ends on May 3. Directed by veteran director and cinematographer, Santosh Sivan, the film’s star cast includes Manju Warrier, Esther Anil, Soubin Shahir, Nedumudi Venu, Basil Joseph, Aju Varghese and Shaylee Krishen. Sources in the know say that...
- 4/16/2020
- by Luke
- The News Minute
DebutMalavika made her debut along with her star father Jayaram. Speculations have always been rife that the star couple Jayaram and Parvathy’s daughter Malavika would be following her parents’ footsteps at some point. However, the star kid has decided to go in front of the camera by starting off with modelling. The youngster recently shot for a jewellery ad along with her father. Malavika took to her social media page to announce her debut: “I know the timing isn't great, this is just a humble attempt, need all your support and love. I am very happy that I got to start out by sharing the screen space with my father.” View this post on Instagram I know the timing isn't great , this is just a humble attempt, need all your support and love. I am very happy that I got to start out by sharing the screen space with my father.
- 3/31/2020
- by vignesh@thenewsminute.com
- The News Minute
MollywoodKalidas Jayaram and new actor Karthika Nair play the lead actors of the film based on two cancer patients falling in love with each other.Digital NativeKalidas Jayaram’s film Back Packers, which is in the making, is scripted and directed by award winning filmmaker Jayaraj. The first look poster made it clear that it is based on a true story. The director has now confirmed this in an interview to the Times of India. He said that he approached oncologist Dr Gangadharan to do a film about two cancer patients who meet at the hospital and fall in love. Jayaraj wanted to know more details about the disease and that’s when the doctor told him about a real life story, much like the one the director had in mind. So then he based the film on the true story the doctor told him. The teaser of the film...
- 3/11/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodMiya George has been roped in to play the female in this untitled film and Riya will be debuting as the other heroine.Digital NativeKalidas Jayaram has signed a new project and it was launched recently at the 3 Dots Studios in Kochi. The event was well attended with his dad and veteran actor Jayaram and actors Miya George, Lal Jose and others gracing the occasion. Vinil Varghese will be debuting as director and he has penned the story and screenplay as well while Vincent Vadakkan is penning the dialogues. Miya George has been roped in to play the female in this untitled film and Riya will be debuting as the other heroine. Sreejith Ks and Blessy Sreejith are producing the film under the banner of Navarasa Films. Music director Ghibran, who made his debut in the Malayalam film industry with Athiran, will be setting the tunes for this venture. The...
- 3/2/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodMiya George has been roped in to play the female in this untitled film and Riya will be debuting as the other heroine.Digital NativeKalidas Jayaram has signed a new project and it was launched recently at the 3 Dots Studios in Kochi. The event was well attended with his dad and veteran actor Jayaram and actors Miya George, Lal Jose and others gracing the occasion. Vinil Varghese will be debuting as director and he has penned the story and screenplay as well while Vincent Vadakkan is penning the dialogues. Miya George has been roped in to play the female in this untitled film and Riya will be debuting as the other heroine. Sreejith Ks and Blessy Sreejith are producing the film under the banner of Navarasa Films. Music director Ghibran, who made his debut in the Malayalam film industry with Athiran, will be setting the tunes for this venture. The...
- 3/2/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is scripted and directed by the award winning director Jayaraj and it is based on a true story.Digital NativeThe teaser of Kalidas Jayaram’s film Back Packers was released on February 13 by the film’s director Jayaraj. It was also shared online by actor-filmmaker Prithviraj Sukumaran on his social media handle on Valentine’s Day. From the teaser, we can make out that Back Packers will be a film on two terminally ill patients falling in love, in a way reminding you of the 1989 Mani Ratnam film Geethanjali. The film is scripted and directed by the award winning director Jayaraj. The first look poster made it clear that the film is based on a true story. Karthika Nair will be debuting as heroine in this flick. Besides the lead pair Kalidas Jayaram and Karthika, the film has Renji Panicker in an important role. Abhinandan Ramanujan is cranking the camera for this venture.
- 2/16/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film will hit the marquee for Eid 2020. Digital NativeThe first look poster of the Shane Nigam starrer Qalb is out. Releasing the first look, Sajid Yahiya had told Cinemaexpress, “I have been after this dream for the past two years. It’s a small story of human relationships, love and friendship, told from the depth of my qalb (heart).” This is the first time the director and actor are collaborating and have come out with an interesting subject. Sajid and Suhail Koya have penned the script for the story. The technical crew of Qalb includes Sudeep Elamon of Finals and Pathinettam Padi fame handling the camera, and the National award winner Vinesh Banglan taking care of the production design. The film will hit the marquee for Eid 2020. Shane Nigam is currently busy with Valiya Perunal, directed by Dimal Dennies. This film is in the post-production mode. He is also...
- 11/21/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe cinematographer-filmmaker last directed the film ‘Carbon’ with Fahadh Faasil in the lead. Digital NativeVeteran cinematographer and director Venu has reportedly roped in Shane Nigam for a realistic thriller that he is to direct. We hear that Shane Nigam will be playing the role of an It professional. Gr Indugopan is scripting the film which has not been titled yet. Reports are that the shooting will begin during the first week of April and the preparations for it are on now. Shane Nigam’s last film release was Oolu, which was released on September 20. It is a fantasy film directed by Shaji N Karun and written by T D Ramakrishnan. The film had Indrans, Kani Kusruti, and Esther Anil in important roles besides Shane Nigam. Oolu, which was produced by A V Anoop, was the opening film at the 49th International Film Festival of India last year. It was also...
- 11/20/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodActor Dhyan Sreenivasan wrote and directed the film.Digital NativeNivin Pauly-Nayanthara starrer Love Action Drama which hit the screens last month during the Onam season has crossed the Rs 50 crore mark worldwide. The makers have released an official teaser declaring the film's collection. Reportedly, the film has been performing well in all the centers not only in Kerala but also in Bengaluru, Chennai and the UAE. Taking to his social media handle Nivin wrote, "#LoveActionDrama crosses 50 crore plus worldwide! Thank you so much for accepting Dineshan & Shobha! Love you all!" He also shared a new teaser from the film. With this, Nivin Pauly has added yet another movie to the prestigious 50-crore club. Earlier, his movies like Bangalore Days, Premam, Kayamkulam Kochunni, etc., have entered the 50-crore club at the worldwide box office. Actor Dhyan Sreenivasan wrote and directed the film. According to the director, it is a modern-day take on the 1989 film Vadakkunokkiyanthram,...
- 10/2/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
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