ReviewLokesh manages to weave in a lot of diversity among the characters – that of gender, class, caste, disability, religion – and not in a ‘tick-all-the-boxes’ way. N4 / ScreengrabLokesh Kumar’s N4 is set in Kasimedu, a hamlet in North Chennai that’s a major hub for fishing in the city. Appropriately, the film opens with a title song that captures life in the area, with visuals of beautiful silver fish being sold in the bustling market. What’s immediately arresting about the casting – at least to me – is the dusky skinned women actors playing the lead. How rare is it to see that in mainstream Tamil cinema, where the usual practice is to either cast pale-skinned women or brownface them in an attempt to make them suit a role. Vinusha Devi and Gabriella Sellus play Abhinaya and Soundarya, sisters in an unconventional family that has come together through a tragedy. They...
- 3/24/2023
- by MariaR
- The News Minute
Director Muthaiah, who is known for making wholesome commercial entertainers, is back with another such entertainer in ‘Viruman’. Like most of his previous films, the story of this film too has a rural backdrop and tries to showcase the strength of relationships in a family.
The film begins with a young boy chasing his dad with a dagger to kill him. Eventually, we learn that the boy, Viruman (Karthi), is the fourth son of Muniyandi (Prakash Raj), a Tahsildar by profession.
A young Viruman tells in court that he wishes to stay with his uncle (Raj Kiran) rather than with his father after the death of his mother. The court grants his desire and young Viruman grows up in his uncle’s place while his three brothers grow up at his father’s place.
As the story progresses, we learn that Viruman has built a memorial for his mother at...
The film begins with a young boy chasing his dad with a dagger to kill him. Eventually, we learn that the boy, Viruman (Karthi), is the fourth son of Muniyandi (Prakash Raj), a Tahsildar by profession.
A young Viruman tells in court that he wishes to stay with his uncle (Raj Kiran) rather than with his father after the death of his mother. The court grants his desire and young Viruman grows up in his uncle’s place while his three brothers grow up at his father’s place.
As the story progresses, we learn that Viruman has built a memorial for his mother at...
- 8/12/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
EntertainmentThe line-up also includes comedy specials and new seasons of popular shows. Tnm StaffNetflix users have a lot to look forward to in 2021 as the Over-the-Top platform gears up to release exciting new films, series and documentaries. Stars like Dhanush, R Madhavan, Revathy, Arvind Swamy will be gracing the screens soon. Dhanush’s much-awaited Jagame Thandhiram will be released on Netflix as announced earlier. The makers of the film recently released a teaser, giving a glimpse of what Dhanush’s character Suruli is like. It is reportedly a gangster film set in London. The film also stars Aishwarya Lekshmi, James Cosmo, Joju George, Kalaiyarasan Soundararaja, Deepak Paramesh and Vadivukkarasi in important roles. Produced by Ynot studios and Reliance Entertainment, the film shows Suruli’s dilemma in having to choose between good and evil while looking for a ‘home’. Written and directed by Karthik Subbaraj, this film will be released on Netflix on March 14, 2021. Meanwhile,...
- 3/3/2021
- by Sanjana
- The News Minute
Entertainment'Peranbu' has been creating waves in the international circuit by featuring in prestigious film festivals abroad. Digital NativeDigital Native Peranbu, on its theatrical release earlier this year was critically acclaimed, and has been creating waves in the international circuit by featuring in prestigious film festivals abroad. Starring Mammootty in the lead role, the film also stars child actor Sadhana, Anjali and Anjali Ameer, a trans woman actor from Kerala. Now the film has been named as the top Indian movie of 2019 in a list released by IMDb which is determined by visitors' ratings. The other top-rated films are Uri: The Surgical Strike which got second place; Gully Boy and Article 15 at third and fourth places respectively. Chhichhore, Super 30, Badla, The Tashkent Files, Kesari and Lucifer are the other films that made it to the list. In a press release, Col Needham, Founder and CEO of the website, said, “It...
- 12/17/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
KollywoodMany a time, forgettable films still remain in people's memory solely for Vadivelu's evergreen comedy.Megha KaveriPadithurai Pandi, Kirikaalan, Naai Sekar, Snake Babu. Behind these quirky names is one man, Vadivelu, who had taken Kollywood by storm when he was active. Though it has been a few years since he was seen in a memorable role in movies, his comedy tracks and one-liners continue to live on, years after the audience first watched the films on screen. The reason why Vadivelu is trending now is the hashtag #Pray_for_Neasamani which has been one of the top global trends since Wednesday night. The source for this strange hashtag was a Facebook post by a Civil Engineers page which had posted a picture of a hammer and asked the users what it was called in their regions. The reply to that post by a Vadivelu fan and the reaction to...
- 5/30/2019
- by Meghak
- The News Minute
KollywoodWhile the film’s story has been told with passion, it’s flaw lies in being all over the place, with a few loose ends. Anjana ShekarSeenu Ramaswamy’s Kanne Kalaimaane takes you back to the green fields, shady farms, and narrow one-line pathways that are ubiquitous to a village. The director is at his elemental best in the film, giving us a whiff of life in the villages. While the film’s story has been told with passion, it’s flaw lies in being scattered, with a few loose ends. Udhayanidhi Stalin plays Kamalakkannan, a BSc Agriculture graduate who chooses to become an evangelist for organic farming. He runs his own vermi composting yard and insists all farmers opt for organic manure instead of chemicals. Tamannaah plays Barathi, a young and honest bank officer who is transferred to Cholavandan, Kamalakannan’s village. Dressed in crisp and bright cotton sarees...
- 2/22/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Cinema‘Madhura Raja’ director Vysakh also arranged for a cake-cutting on the sets.Digital NativeDigital NativePeranbu, after creating waves in the global circuit by featuring in prestigious international film festivals, is finally out in theatres in India. Starring Mammootty in the lead role and directed by Ram, the film has been doing well in theatres and is being critically acclaimed as well. While Mammootty’s fans are raving about his performance, his friends and colleagues in the film industry are praising his work in the film. With the star currently shooting for the Malayalam Madhura Raja, Peranbu’s success was celebrated on the sets of this film. While Madhura Raja director Vysakh arranged for a cake-cutting on the sets, Peranbu’s producer Pl Thenappan recently visited Mammootty at the Madhura Raja shooting spot for another round of celebrations. Peranbu premiered at the International Film Festival of Rotterdam (Iffr) earlier last year and received positive response.
- 2/12/2019
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
TollywoodBoth the films are not in Malayalam but will be dubbed and released in Malayalam.Digital NativeMega star Mammootty’s fans are in for some delightful news. Two of the star’s films will be releasing in the month of February and they are Peranbu and Yatra. Incidentally, both these are not Malayalam films but will be dubbed and released in Malayalam. While Peranbu will be out at the theatres on February 1, Yatra’s release has been planned on February 8 with its Us premiere happening a day before. Director Ram’s Peranbu premiered at the International Film Festival of Rotterdam (Iffr) last year and received positive response. It was then screened at the Shanghai International Film Festival to extremely good response which has made its release in India highly anticipated. The film, starring Mammootty in the lead, was also screened at the 49th International Film Festival of and was highly appreciated by the delegates.
- 1/30/2019
- by Priyankar
- The News Minute
Film‘Yathra’, the Ysr biopic, and ‘Peranbu’, in which Mammootty plays the dad of a girl, are both most anticipated for different reasons.Digital NativeCome February 2019 and mega star Mammootty’s fans should be in for a treat. Two movies starring him in the lead will be hitting the silver screen in February and both are most anticipated for different reasons. The Ysr biopic, Yathra, is a Telugu film that has Mammootty playing the legendary politician Ys Rajasekar Reddy. This film is scheduled for release on February 8th. Directed by Mahi V Raghav, the film has a bevy of stars in the cast including Jagapathi Babu, who plays Ysr's father Ys Raja Reddy, Rao Ramesh as Kvp Ramachandra Rao, who was Ysr's closest friend from his medical college days and Suhasini Mani Ratnam as the former minister Sabitha Indra Reddy. It also has Anasuya Bharadwaj, Posani Krishna Murali, Vinod Kumar...
- 12/21/2018
- by Cris
- The News Minute
KollywoodDirector Ram said that he has seen many Malayalam movies, and been impressed by Mammootty and influenced by writer Mt Vasudevan Nair.Digital NativeDirector Ram’s Peranbu premiered at the International Film Festival of Rotterdam (Iffr) earlier this year and received positive response. It was then screened at the Shanghai International Film Festival to extremely good response which has made its release in India highly anticipated. The film, starring Mammootty in the lead, was recently screened at the 49th International Film Festival of India in Goa and was highly appreciated by the delegates. Speaking about the film and how Mammootty came on board, director Ram said, “The script was completed in 2009. When I thought who should be chosen as Amudan, only a single face came to my mind and it was Mammootty. I have seen many Malayalam movies. Mammookka’s Amaram, Thaniyavarthanam and Mrigaya are all my favourite movies. I...
- 12/1/2018
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodComedian-turned-director Ramesh Pisharody made his debut as a director with the Malayalam film ‘Panchavarnathatha’ with Jayaram in the lead.Digital NativeComedian-turned-director Ramesh Pisharody is making a new film with Mammootty in the lead, it has been announced on Kerala Piravi Day, November 1st. The film is titled as Ganagandharvan. The title poster of this film, unveiled on Kerala Piravi Day, has gone viral online. Also, it was played in all theatres that screened Mohanlal’s Drama, which released on the same day at the theatres. Mammootty has just wrapped up the shooting of the Telugu biopic Yathra in which he plays the late Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Ys Rajasekara Reddy. Directed by Mahi V Raghav, this film is set for release in December this year. Besides this Telugu flick, the star also has the Malayalam film Unda for which Khalid Rahman is wielding the megaphone. His other projects in...
- 11/2/2018
- by Cris
- The News Minute
IFFIMalayalam film 'Olu', directed by Shaji N Karun, will be the opening feature film of the Indian Panorama 2018.Tnm StaffA still from the film Pariyerum PerumalThe Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has announced the list of films that will be screened at the prestigious International Film Festival of India in Goa this year. With five Malayalam films, four Tamil films and one film each from Telugu and Tulu, the festival is set to screen a host of films from the southern states. According to a statement by the ministry, the Feature Film jury of 13 members was headed by director and screenwriter Rahul Rawail. Malayalam film Olu, directed by Shaji N Karun, will be the opening feature film of the Indian Panorama 2018. The jury comprised actor and filmmaker Major Ravi; director Agathiyan; director, producer and screenwriter Ujjwal Chatterjee; director Imo Singh; filmmaker Utpal Datta; director Sekhar Das; director and writer Mahendra Teredesai...
- 11/1/2018
- by Manasa
- The News Minute
Kollywood'Peranbu' is one of the four Tamil films which have been selected to be screened under the Indian Panorama category.Digital NativeMammootty starrer Tamil film Peranbu, which is yet to see a theatrical release in India, has been selected to be screened at the International Festival of India (Iffi), under the Indian Panorama category. Incidentally, Peranbu will be one among the four Tamil movies to be screened under this category. The 49th International Film Festival of India is scheduled to happen in November and will be held in Goa. Mammootty plays a family man – the father of a girl – who ‘rediscovers himself’, according to director Ram. The film has also been written by him. The cast of Peranbu also includes Anjali, Samuthirakani, Anjali Ameer, Vadivukkarasi, Sadhana, Livingston, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Siddique and Aruldoss. Anjali plays Mammootty’s wife, and Sadhana, the daughter. Anjali Ameer, a transsexual woman from Kerala, is...
- 10/31/2018
- by Cris
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film's release date is expected to be announced soon. Digital NativeUdayanidhi Stalin starrer Kanne Kalaimane, directed by award-winning director Seenu Ramasamy, has been certified with a clean U certificate by the censor board. The film’s shooting commenced in early 2018 and progressed at a brisk pace which ensured that it was wrapped up in a single 45-day schedule. Starring Udayanidhi Stalin and Tammannah as the lead pair, the star cast also includes Vadivukkarasi, Shaji Chen, Vasundhara Kashyap and Vetrikumaran in supporting roles. The music for the film has been composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja, who is associating with the director after Dharma Durai, which had some chartbuster hits. Vairamuthu had penned the lyrics for the songs in this album. Jalandhar Vasan has cranked the camera for Kanne Kalaimane while Kasi Viswanathan was roped in as the editor. The film is bankrolled by its hero Udayanidhi Stalin under his banner Red Giant Movies.
- 9/20/2018
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film stars Mammootty in the lead role, playing the father of Paapa played by child actor Sadhana.Digital NativeDigital NativeThe Mammootty starrer Peranbu, directed by Ram, was screened at the prestigious Shanghai International Film Festival and received a good response. The film is getting ready for release in India and director Ram, during its audio launch, revealed that plans are on to release the film in China. If this happens, Peranbu will be the first Tamil film to be released in the country. Ever since the Aamir Khan starrer Dhangal was released in China, there has been a good demand for Indian films there. Films such as Bhajrangi Bhaijaan, Toilet: Ek Prem Katha and Hindi Medium did well in China earlier this year which proves that the market for Indian films is increasing. If Peranbu is released in China, it will be the first Tamil film to be released there and the second south Indian movie to do so with the first being Baahubali. Peranbu premiered at the International Film Festival of Rotterdam (Iffr) earlier this year and then screened at the Shanghai International Film Festival to positive response which has made its release in India highly anticipated. The film was ranked 20th among the 187 films that participated in the audience award category and was nominated for the Netpac (Network for the Promotion of Asian Cinema) award. The film stars Mammootty in the lead role where he plays the dad of a girl child. The star cast of Peranbu also includes Anjali, Samuthirakani, Vadivukkarasi, Sadhana, Livingston, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Anjali Amir, Siddique and Aruldoss. Yuvan Shankar Raja has composed music for this flick with Theni Eswar wielding the camera and Suriya Pradhaman editing. The film is bankrolled by Pl Thenappan under his banner Sri Rajalakshmi Films. Peranbu is a bilingual that will be released in Tamil and Malayalam simultaneously. (Content provided by Digital Native)...
- 7/19/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
KollywoodThis two-minute teaser has been titled Chapter One - Nature is ruthless.Tnm StaffYoutube ScreengrabDirector’s Ram’s Peranbu has created quite a buzz among film circles and has gained a reputation for itself with international film festival premieres. The makers have released the film’s official teaser during the audio launch that took place on Sunday. This two-minute teaser has been titled 'Chapter One - Nature is ruthless'. Amidst a scenic backdrop is a wooden cabin where this scene takes place. Mammootty who plays the father Amudhavan, is seen mimicking his daughter, Paapa’s, physical condition. This scene is almost poetic and manages to leave an impact in a very short time. Amudhavan takes on the role of a narrator who tells his own story, his own thoughts. “All these years I was worried why Paapa is not like other children. But when I tried walking like her I realised comparing one person with another is brutal." This monologue is more powerful than any visuals could hope to produce, giving us a deeper insight into the lives of caretakers, especially parents of children with disabilities. Peranbu is a bilingual film that will release in Tamil and Malayalam. Produced by Pl Thenappan under his banner Sri Rajalakshmi Films, the film has an impressive star cast with Anjali, Thanga Meengal Sadhana, Sarath Kumar, Anjali Ameer, Samuthirakani, Vadivukkarasi, Livingston, Suraj Venjaramood, Siddique and Aruldoss. The film’s music is composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja. Theni Eswar has worked on the cinematography and Suriya Pradhaman has done the editing. While Ram has collaborated with Yuvan Shankar Raja and Na Muthukumar in the past, Vairamuthu, Karunakaran and Sumathi Ram have penned lyrics for Peranbu’s songs. The duo also fondly recalled working with lyricist Na Muthukumar, who unfortunately passed away in 2016, during the film’s audio launch. Peranbu was officially selected at the International Film Festival Rotterdam and Shanghai International Film Festival. It was also the only Indian film to feature in the top 20 in the Audience Award category at Rotterdam. It was nominated for Netpac award, an award given to best Asian films. Watch the teaser here:...
- 7/16/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
Kollywood'Peranbu', directed by Ram, is a bilingual film that will release in Tamil and Malayalam.Tnm StaffThe official first-look promo of director Ram’s upcoming film, Peranbu, was released on Sunday. Starring Mammootty, Anjali and Thanga Meengal fame Sadhana in lead roles, the film has created quite a buzz with its international film festival premiers. The teaser includes details about the cast - Mammootty plays Amudhavan, Sadhana plays Paappa and Anjali plays Viji. It was earlier announced that Mammootty will play a cab driver in the movie. The film’s music has been composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja and the official audio launch will be held on July 15. Here's the First Look of #Peranbu for you.We're very glad to invite you for the audio launch on 15th July 2018 at 6:00 p.m. to be held @ Kalaivaanar Arangam, Walllajah Road, Chennai. @mammukka @yoursanjali @plthenappan @thisisysr #TheniEswar #AnjaliAmeer https://t.co/KZ2arrnKo0 — Ram (@Director_Ram) July 8, 2018 The teaser also lists the film’s accolades; Peranbu was officially selected at International Film Festival Rotterdam and Shanghai International Film Festival. It was also the only Indian film to feature in top 20 in the Audience Award category at Rotterdam. It was nominated for Netpac award, an award given to best Asian films. The teaser also has clips from screenings and audiences’ interaction with its director, Ram. Peranbu is a bilingual film that will release in Tamil and Malayalam. Produced by Pl Thenappan under his banner Sri Rajalakshmi Films, the film has an impressive star cast with Sarath Kumar, Anjali Ameer, Samuthirakani, Vadivukkarasi, Livingston, Suraj Venjaramood, Siddique and Aruldoss. Anjali Ameer will be making her debut in this film. The technical crew of this film includes Vairamuthu, Karunakaran and Sumathi Ram for lyrics, Theni Eswar for cinematography and Suriya Pradhaman for editing. Director Ram’s previous film was Tharamani that released in 2016 starring Andrea as Diya and Vasanth Ravi as Prabhunath. Ram was also seen in a pivotal role in Mysskin’s Savarakathi. His Thanga Meengal that came out in 2013 won him several awards including the 61st National Film Award and Tamil Nadu State Film Award 2013 for Best Director.
- 7/9/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
Cinema The film was screened at the 21st edition of the prestigious Shanghai International Film Festival. Digital NativeRam directorial Peranbu, featuring Mammootty in the lead role, had its world premiere at the International Film Festival Rotterdam on 27 January 2018. The film was critically acclaimed and its Asian premiere happened recently at the 21st edition of the prestigious Shanghai International Film Festival. According to reports about its premiere, it received a positive response. At the screening was Peranbu’s director Ram who was overwhelmed by the audiences’ reaction for his film. He posted a couple of pics which clearly shows how the audiences reacted to Peranbu. Reaction of the crowd after Asian Premiere of #Peranbu at the Shanghai international film festival. Reaction of the crowd after Asian Premiere of #Peranbu at the Shanghai international film festival. pic.twitter.com/FpsSJOzxDV — Ram (@Director_Ram) June 17, 2018 Retweeting the pic, director Vignesh Shivan wrote: “Peranbu will be a path breaking film from Tamil industry to the world through Ram sir !! Awaiting to see greater reactions from people all over the world very soon ! It’s your best film ! And it will surely take u to places u’ve always deserved to be … #Vaazhthukkal.” #Peranbu will be a path breaking film from Tamil industry to the world through Ram sir !! Awaiting to see greater reactions from people all over the world very soon ! It's your best film ! And it will surely take u to places u've always deserved to be ... #Vaazhthukkal https://t.co/dLN2fqI6cY — Vignesh ShivN (@VigneshShivN) June 18, 2018 Written and directed by Ram and bankrolled by Pl Thenappan under the banner Sri Rajalakshmi Films, Peranbu stars Mammootty in the lead role. The film has Anjali playing the female lead with Samuthirakani essaying a pivotal character. The others in the supporting roles are Vadivukkarasi, Sadhana, Livingston, Suraj Venjaramood, Siddique and Aruldoss. Anjali Ameer, a transgender model, was roped in to play an important role in the film and this will be her debut in the movie industry. According to sources close to the team, she was signed up on Mammootty’s insistence as he wanted to give an opportunity for someone from the community. The technical crew of this film includes Yuvan Shankar Raja for music, Vairamuthu for lyrics, Theni Eswar for cinematography and Suriya Pradhaman for editing. Peranbu will be released in Tamil and Malayalam. With the film receiving positive response in both its world and Asian premiere, its makers are planning for its theatrical release in India very soon. It may be mentioned here that Mammootty’s last release was Abrahaminte Santhathikal which hit the marquee on June 16th to positive reviews. His next film release would be Peranbu, according sources. (Content provided by Digital Native)...
- 6/20/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
EntertainmentA bilingual, to be released in Malayalam and Tamil, the film has been directed by the National Award winning director Ram.Digital NativeDigital NativePeranbu, starring Mammootty first premiered at the 47th International Film Festival Rotterdam (Iffr) in January before its release at the theatres and was adjudged one of the 20 best movies. A bilingual, to be released in Malayalam and Tamil, the film has been directed by the National Award winning director Ram. The film will be shown on June 16 at 3.45pm at the Shanghai Hongkou JinYI cinema, on June 17 at 3.45pm at the Aurora International Cinema - Shanghai Global Harbour and at 8.45pm on June 19 at the The Grand New International cinema. Peranbu stars Anjali, Sarathkumar, Samuthirakani in important roles and Thanga Meengal fame Baby Sadhana will be seen as Mammootty’s daughter in the movie. The film will feature Mammootty in the role of a middle-class father working as a taxi driver abroad to sustain his family living in India. Anjali Ameer, a transgender model, was roped in to play an important role in the film and this will be her debut in the movie industry. According to sources close to the team, she was signed up on Mammootty’s insistence as he wanted to give an opportunity for someone from the community. The film also stars Suraj Venjaramoodu, Kaniha,Vadivukkarasi, Sadhana, Livingston, Suraj Venjaramood, Siddique and Aruldoss in supporting roles. Produced by Pl Thenappan under his banner Sri Rajalakshmi Films, Yuvan Shankar Raja has composed music for this venture while Theni Easwar has cranked the camera and A Sreekar Prasad has edited it. Mammootty recently completed a schedule of Mamankam and is abroad on vacation. Soon after his return next week, he will be joining the sets of the Telugu biopic Yaatra, where he will be essaying the role of the former chief minister of Andhra Pradesh, Ys Rajasekhara Reddy. (Content provided by Digital Native)...
- 6/17/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe International Film Festival of Rotterdam (Iffr) is one of the most prestigious Film Fests in the world.Digital NativeDigital NativeThe International Film Festival of Rotterdam is one of the most prestigious film fests in the world. Films from across the globe take part in it but very few Indian movies have found their way up there. The 47th edition of the Iffr commenced on January 24 and will conclude on February 4. Several movies from around the world are being screened here. Peranbu, directed by critically acclaimed filmmaker Ram, starring veteran actor Mammootty in the lead role, was screened at the prestigious event on January 27 and has captured the attention of the film buffs in a big way. According to reports, the audience award poll is being conducted and Peranbu is currently in the 17th position. The film has made it to the top 20 and with four more days to go for the film festival to conclude, we can expect the film’s ranking to go further up. It may be mentioned here that 140 films from various countries are participating in this fest. Directed by Ram, the film stars Mammootty as Amuthan, a taxi driver in the Middle East. The star cast is impressive with Sarath Kumar, Anjali, Anjali Ameer, Samuthirakani, Vadivukkarasi, Sadhana, Livingston, Suraj Venjaramood, Siddique and Aruldoss. Anjali Ameer will be making her debut in this film. Yuvan Shankar Raja is the music composer with Theni Easwar being the cinematographer and Suriya Pradhaman as the editor. The film is bankrolled by Pl Thenappan under his banner Sri Raja Lakshmi Creations. Peranbu, which premiered at the Iffr will be out at the theatres in May this year. It is, in fact, a bilingual that will be released in Malayalam and Tamil. It may be mentioned here that Mammootty’s last Tamil release was eight years ago with Vandae Maatharam in 2010.
- 2/1/2018
- by Editor
- The News Minute
Kollywood The film stars Anjali Ameer, a transgender model who bagged the role after Mammootty insisted on giving her a chance.Digital NativeThe Mammootty starrer, Peranbu, is garnering the attention of the film personalities big time. There have been positive reviews about this film from film personalities who have been lucky enough to watch it. Recently, G Dhananjayan, noted producer and writer, tweeted, “So emotionally moved and touched by the way Ram narrated the life of a father and daughter.” Adding that Peranbu is the pride of Tamil cinema, he pointed out that no other actor could have done the role with “so much texture and finesse.” In the movie, Mammootty plays a doting father, who works abroad as a taxi driver. Directed by ace director Ram, the film has been produced by Pl Thenappan under his banner Sri Rajalakshmi Films. Peranbu will premiere at the International Film Festival Rotterdam (Iffr) this month before its release in theatres. Mammootty plays the lead role in this family entertainer that also has Sarath Kumar, Anjali, Anjali Ameer, Samuthirakani, Vadivukkarasi, Sadhana, Livingston, Suraj Venjaramood, Siddique and Aruldoss in important roles. Anjali Ameer is a transgender model who bagged the role after Mammootty reportedly insisted on giving her a chance to act, following which she will be making her debut in films. Peranbu will premiere at the Rotterdam film festival on January 27 and, going by reports, its release in India is scheduled in May. The technical crew of the film includes Yuvan Shankar Raja for music, Vairamuthu penning the lyrics, Theni Easwar wielding the camera and A Sreekar Prasad for editing. Peranbu is a bilingual that will release in Tamil as well as Malayalam. Looks like Ram, who has critically acclaimed films such as Kattradhu Thamizh, Thanga Meenkal and Tharamani to his credit, has come out with another masterpiece. With Peranbu premiering at the international film fest, movie buffs will have to wait for some more time to catch it on the silver screens.
- 1/22/2018
- by Editor
- The News Minute
EntertainmentDirected by the acclaimed film director Ram, 'Peranbu' is a bilingual made in Tamil and Malayalam simultaneouslyDigital NativeDigital NativeIt is now confirmed that Mammootty’s Peranbu will premiere at the 47th International Film Festival of Rotterdam (Iffr). The film will be screened on January 27th, confirm sources. Directed by the acclaimed film director Ram, it is a bilingual made in Tamil and Malayalam simultaneously. Mammootty plays the lead with Anjali as his onscreen pair. The star cast also has Anjali, Ameer, Samuthirakani, Vadivukkarasi, Sadhana, Livingston, Suraj Venjaramood, Siddique and Aruldoss in supporting roles. Written and directed by Ram, the film is produced by Pl Thenappan under his banner Sri Rajalakshmi Films. Yuvan Shankar Raja has composed the tunes. Theni Eeshwar, who worked with Ram in Taramani is in charge of Peranbu’s visuals and National Award winning Sreekar Prasad takes care of the editing department. According to reports, Peranbu will be featured in several international film festivals before its theatrical release in March this year. It may be mentioned here that Ram’s critically acclaimed movie Thanga Meengal, released in 2013, went on to win several awards including the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil, National Film Award for Best Child Artist, National Film Award for Best Lyrics, Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Director and Vijay Award for Best Film. Mammootty, on the other hand, is busy with a slew of films lined up for release including Street Lights, Parole and Uncle. Street Lights, which is slated for release on January 26th, is also a bilingual made in Tamil and Malayalam. The film is produced by Mammootty’s home banner Play House Motion Pictures. Mammootty plays a police officer in this crime thriller that has Lijomol playing the female lead. Both the Tamil and Malayalam versions have been shot separately with a separate set of star cast. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Helvetica Neue'; color: #454545} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Helvetica Neue'; color: #454545; min-height: 14.0px}...
- 1/9/2018
- by Editor
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MollywoodThe film is a Tamil-Malayalam bilingual.Digital NativeDigital NativePeranbu starring Mammootty will first premiere at the International Film Festival Rotterdam (Iffr) this month before its release at the theatres, if everything goes well. A bilingual to be released in Malayalam and Tamil, the film has been directed by the National Award winning director Ram. While the makers of Peranbu are positive that their film will feature at this prestigious event, the list of films to be screened doesn’t include Peranbu as yet. The 47th International Film Festival Rotterdam is due to begin on January 24th and will go on till February 4th. Peranbu is expected to join the list of this 10 day film fest soon. According to reports, the Iffr will be a platform to feature the best of the world cinema under four categories: Bright Future, Voices, Deep Focus and Perspectives. Directed by Ram, who has made critically acclaimed films such as Thanga Meengal, which went on to win three National Awards, Peranbu also stars Anjali, Anjali Ameer and Samuthirakani in pivotal roles. Vadivukkarasi, Sadhana, Livingston, Suraj Venjaramood, Siddique and Aruldoss are playing supporting characters. Produced by Pl Thenappan under his banner Sri Rajalakshmi Films, the film is slated to hit the theatres after its premiere at the Iffr. Yuvan Shankar Raja has composed music for this venture while Theni Easwar had cranked the camera and A Sreekar Prasad has edited it. Anjali Ameer, a trans woman model, was roped in to play an important role in the film and this will be her debut in the movie industry. According to sources close to the team, she was signed on Mammootty’s insistence as he wanted to give an opportunity for someone from the community. In Peranbu, Mammootty plays a middle-class taxi driver working abroad to sustain his family living in India.
- 1/3/2018
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