In a shocking incident yesterday, actor Bhavana who was returning to Cochin after a film shoot at Thrissur, was allegedly harassed by a group of miscreants who forced themselves into her car near Angamaly. With conflicting reports on the incident flooding the internet, we would know what exactly happened, only after Bhavana herself talks to the media. Continue reading “Kochi Pazhaya Kochi Alla: Bhavana’s Harrowing Nighmare!”
Those Two Pretty Women: C/o Saira Banu!
‘C/o Saira Banu’, directed by Antony Sony stars two of the prettiest actors that Mollywood has ever seen – Amala and Manju Warrier – and the first look motion poster of the film was released recently. Shane Nigam will also be seen in a key role in the film. Continue reading “Those Two Pretty Women: C/o Saira Banu!”
Ezra (2017) Malayalam Movie Review by Veeyen
The urban unease that is unleashed in ‘Ezra’ is one that lurks around dark corners, and as the couple frantically tries to tide over the terror that has taken over their lives, they realize that fear finally has a meaning. Eerie and unsettling by turns, ‘Ezra’ is a chilling feature that is deftly directed, splendidly acted and elegantly shot.
What makes ‘Ezra’ decidedly dissimilar to the horror flicks in Malayalam is that the fear in it for once, is no silly business. An exorcism drama that dwells on a much recognizable theme and quite identifiable plot devices, Jay K’s ‘Ezra’ nonetheless emerges the most intensely shot horror film in Malayalam till date. Continue reading “Ezra (2017) Malayalam Movie Review by Veeyen”
Meet Mr. David Ninan, the non-smoker!
Phew! That small teaser trailer of ‘The Great Father’ that was released along side Prithviraj’s ‘Ezra’ today has created ripples in the cyber world already. Directed by Haneef Adeni, ‘The Great Father’ was to be a Christmas 2016 release and would soon make it to the theatres. Continue reading “Meet Mr. David Ninan, the non-smoker!”
That Freak Voice in ‘Oru Mexican Aparatha’!
Of late, my interest in films on campus politics has waned, precisely because of all the inflated glorification that one gets to see in them. Exceptions are always welcome, though the trailer of ‘Oru Mexican Aparatha’ directed by Tom Immatti, looks like it has the red flag royally flying all over it. But then with a title as that, what else does one expect? Continue reading “That Freak Voice in ‘Oru Mexican Aparatha’!”
Will Jayaraj’s ‘Veeram’ live up to all the hype?
Jayaraj’s ‘Veeram’ is one of the most anticipated Malayalam films of 2017, and the director it seems has left no stone unturned to see to it that the film is a visual extravaganza. Having roped in some of the best technicians from all over the world, Jayaraj’s film has been reportedly shot on a budget of 35 crores! Continue reading “Will Jayaraj’s ‘Veeram’ live up to all the hype?”
5 Reasons to look forward to Sanal Kumar Sasidharan’s ‘Sexy Durga’!
I have been a self confessed admirer of Sanal Kumar Sasidharan’s films, and here are 5 reasons, why I am already looking forward to watching his latest, ‘Sexy Durga’. Continue reading “5 Reasons to look forward to Sanal Kumar Sasidharan’s ‘Sexy Durga’!”
Fukri (2017) Malayalam Movie Review by Veeyen
‘Fukri’ tells a cloistered story that threatens to fall apart any moment, and leaves you too worn down to care for any of its key characters. A non-happening drama that is academic in execution, director Siddique’s latest has a narrative that creaks at every twist and turn.
‘Fukri’ tells a cloistered story that threatens to fall apart any moment, and leaves you too worn down to care for any of its key characters. A non-happening drama that is academic in execution, director Siddique’s latest has a narrative that creaks at every twist and turn.
Lucky (Jayasurya) is an Engineering dropout, who lands in a fix, having knocked down a temple and a mosque, after promising to refurbish both of them. When unable to keep his assurance, Lucky flees with his friends and makes do with petty assignments, in a city somewhere far away. When Nafsi (Prayaga Martin) and Sana (Shalini) – two girls studying in a local college – approach him with a request to play their guardian before the Principal, Lucky agrees, with appalling consequences. Continue reading “Fukri (2017) Malayalam Movie Review by Veeyen”
Amal Neerad, Dulquer Salmaan, Old Monks & the CIA!
Dulquer Salmaan has launched the title of his new film with Amal Neerad on his Facebook page, and for fans of the young actor, looks like its jubilation time. The film has been titled ‘CIA’ and the acronym, quite contrary to expectations, reads ‘Comrade in America’. Continue reading “Amal Neerad, Dulquer Salmaan, Old Monks & the CIA!”
Aren’t we done with the number games in Mollywood yet?
There used to be a time when fans of the two lead actors in Mollywood, Mammootty and Mohanlal, engaged in a war of words – online and offline – every time a film of either of the actors was released. One thought, things would get better as years passed by, but looks like things have only got worse. Continue reading “Aren’t we done with the number games in Mollywood yet?”
Anjali Ameer and the Changing Transsexual Politics in South India Cinema!
(Pic courtesy: www.timesofap.com)
The transsexual politics in South Indian cinema has been solely one-dimensional, what with the transsexuals, largely occupying the fringes of the industry as extra artistes or makeup assistants. Even when they have been offered roles in films, they have often been relegated to comic images of gaudily attired, men-thirsty vampires. Continue reading “Anjali Ameer and the Changing Transsexual Politics in South India Cinema!”