Poomaram, the movie which is supposed to mark Kalidas Jayaram’s debut in a lead role is one of the most anticipated projects of 2017. The title song of Poomaram was released by the end of 2016, and it had instantly took the social media by storm. However, for the past few months, there is absolutely no news about the project which is directed by hit maker Abrid Shine. Soon rumors spread out that Poomaram has been put in cold storage. But now, for the 1st time ever, Kalidas Jayaram himself has revealed in a TV show that Poomaram will release in Dec, this year. Kalidas Jayaram also stated that the dubbing works of the film are in full swing. With the clarification that Poomaram will hit the celluloid silver screen soon, the expectation is building up amongst the movie buffs to watch this star kid in action. Along with Kalidas Jayaram, Poomaram will also feature a bunch of newcomers. Kunchacko Boban & Meera Jasmine will be playing extended cameo appearances. Written & directed by Abrid Shine, the film is bankrolled jointly by Dr. Paul Varghese & Abrid Shine under the banner Lime Light Cinemas.
Prithviraj’s Karnan Has Been Temporarily Shelved!!!
Prithviraj’s upcoming mega – budget movie Karnan directed by RS Vimal is one of the most anticipated movies of recent times. Though the movie was announced earlier this year, there have been no updates on the project. Apparently, the movie’s producer Venu had backed off from the project and announced another epic titled Maamankam featuring Mammootty in the lead. Talking about why he withdrew from the project, Venu clarified that the movie’s budget (Rs 60 Crore) exceeded after it was announced. This has led the movie to be stalled temporarily. However, the movie’s director RS Vimal affirms that Karnan is very much on the cards. He also added that another production company is likely to sign the project soon and the team is planning to make an official announcement within a month. Talking about the current status of the movie, RS Vimal averred that most of the pre – production is over.
Mohanlal All Set To Hit The Gym!!!
Mollywood’s superstar Mohanlal will be shedding close to 15 kilos to get into the skin of his character Manikyan in the upcoming ambitious project Odiyan directed by VA Shrikumar Menon. While the shooting of the movie is progressing with his current look, the actor will be sporting a younger trimmed avatar for another part of the film. As of now Mohalal is all set to take a 3 months break and hit the gym to lose weight for his much anticipated look. Mohanlal had earlier stated that he will go to any extent to lose weight, even if he has to starve!!! This will be the 1st time, ever that Mohanlal will be undergoing a drastic makeover for a film after so many years. In the movie, Mohanlal plays the last surviving member of a tribal community called Odiyan in Kerala. Mohanlal will be seen in the role of Manikyan, a man who is mastered in Odividya and will be featured in the age of 30 to 65 in multiple looks. Odiyan will have Manju Warrier in female lead along with Prakash Raj & Sathyaraj in important roles.
It’s A Baby Girl For Asin Thottumkal
Asin Thottumkal & husband Rahul Sharma, co – founder of tech company Micromax, welcomed their 1st ever child, a baby girl, on Tues, 24th Oct, 2c17. The news was confirmed by Rahul Sharma in a statement which reads as follows: “We are ecstatic to announce the arrival of our angelic baby girl earlier today. The last 9 months have been most special & exciting for both of us and we would like to thank our entire well – wishers and everyone who has been part of our journey for all their love & support.” Asin Thottumkal & Rahul Sharma got married last year on 19th Jan, 2016 in a Christian wedding ceremony followed by Hindu rituals near Delhi. Although her wedding made headlines, she kept her pregnancy under the wraps. On the acting front, Asin was last seen in 2015’s Bollywood release All Is Well.
A happy News For All Manju Warrier Fans
Here’s good news for all Manju Warrier fans. Manju Warrier’s upcoming movie Aami, directed by veteran filmmaker Kamal is all set to hit the celluloid silver screens. As per the latest update, Aami will reach the theatres on this Christmas. The news was revealed by the director himself in a recent interview. The movie’s shoot is on the verge of completion and has 1 more schedule pending, which will be shot in Nov, 2017. It is needless to say, the movie is high on expectations as it is the biopic of popular writer Madhavikutty aka Kamal Surayya. Manju Warrier who essays the role of Kamala Surayya looks pitch perfect in all the posters of the movie. Murali Gopy essays the role of Kamala Surayya’s husband Madhavadas in the biopic while Anoop Menon will be seen in a pivotal role. According to rumor mills, Prithviraj will be seen in a cameo role. Being produced by P T Rafel & Roban Rocha on a budget of 5 Crores, Aami has music by M Jayachandran & Thoufeeq Quershi.
Dileep plays a cameo role
After playing serious roles in films like Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum & Varnyathil Ashanka, Suraj Venjaramoodu has bagged yet another solid role!!! Titled Savari, an upcoming movie which is based on the cultural activities of Thrissur district, directed by debutant Ashok Nair will feature the versatile actor in the lead role. Suraj Venjaramoodu will be seen in the title character Savari who is employed with the Dewasom Board. Reportedly, Dileep will be seen in an extended role in the movie which also stars Sunil Sukhada, Lena, Jayaraj Warrier, Chembil Ashokan, Manikandan Pattambi et al. The movie which is in its post production phase, is gearing up for release. Meanwhile, Dileep who is currently on conditional bail in connection for an actress’ assault case has resumed shooting for his upcoming projects that were stalled indefinitely.
