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One of the most multiawarded Malayalam films of the previous decade, “Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum” was also a commercial success earning three times its budget through its screenings in Kerala alone, and an overall excellent film within its unusualness.

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The film begins with Prasad getting smitten by Sreeja, a girl he stumbles upon on the street one day, eventually deciding to pursue her, meeting her in a boat where they start to get closer. Flashforward some time later, the two, who have eloped since they belong to different castes and her family did not agree with the marriage, are riding a bus to Kasaragod. Sreeja is wearing a gold chain Prasad has given her, which they plan to sell in order to drill a borewell on their land, to harvest tobacco plants as their supporting business, as we learn from flashbacks later on.

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (Iffm) awards night culminated in a spectacular awards ceremony, celebrating the best of Indian cinema in grand style. This year’s awards honored some of the most outstanding talents and films from the Indian film industry, marking an unforgettable night for both the winners and the attendees. Ram Charan and Dr Ar Rahman bagged the top two honours for their incredible cinematic achievements.

In a highly anticipated announcement, Kartik Aaryan took home the Best Actor award for his remarkable performance, further solidifying his position as one of the most versatile actors in contemporary Indian cinema.

Acclaimed filmmakers Kabir Khan and Nithilan Swaminathan were jointly awarded Best Director for their exceptional work on Chandu Champion and Maharaja.

In addition to these major awards, two films received special recognition for their outstanding contributions to Indian cinema. Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s 12th Fail was acknowledged for its inspiring narrative,...

Mumbai, April 29 (Ians) Actors Rohit Saraf and Sanya Malhotra have joined the cast of the upcoming film ‘Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari’.

The film directed by Shashank Khaitan stars Janhvi Kapoor and Varun Dhawan in the lead roles, marking their reunion after the streaming film ‘Bawaal’.

As per media reports, Rohit and Sanya will be seen playing pivotal roles in the family entertainer film.

Being made with an ensemble star cast, ‘Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari’ marks Rohit and Sanya’s first project together which will go to the floors in a few weeks. The shooting schedule of the film will start in Mumbai before moving to Rajasthan and other international locations.

On the work front, Rohit is looking forward to the release of the third season of his streaming show ‘Mismatched’, and his theatrical film ‘Ishq Vishk Rebound’.

Sanya, on the other hand, will be seen in ‘Mrs’, which...

Netflix has unveiled an eclectic, star-studded India slate for 2024.

New films on the slate include comedy “Wild Wild Punjab” from producers Luv Ranjan and Ankur Garg and director Simarpreet Singh, where a group of drunk boys decide to avenge a friend’s breakup by crashing his ex’s wedding and achieve closure. Varun Sharma, Sunny Singh, Manjot Singh, Jassie Gill Patralekhaa and Ishita Raj star. Neeraj Pandey’s heist thriller “Sikandar Ka Muqaddar” spans 18 years and will be shot across multiple locations in India and internationally.

New scripted series include Anubhav Sinha and Trishant Srivastava’s thriller “Ic 814: The Kandahar Hijack.” On Dec. 24, 1999, Indian Airlines flight Ic 814, en route from Kathmandu to New Delhi, was hijacked and taken to Kandahar in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan. The series tells the story of the hijack that lasted seven days. The massive cast includes Vijay Verma, Patralekhaa, Pankaj Kapoor, Naseeruddin Shah, Arvind Swami and Dia Mirza.

Poacher, an Amazon Prime series directed by Richie Mehta, revolves around the investigation of elephant poaching, which is one of the largest cases of its kind in India. A dedicated team, including Forest Service officers, police constables, and civil volunteers, risks their lives to investigate the most significant elephant ivory poachers and bring them to justice. Set in Kerala, Malayattoor, the story follows Mala, a forest ranger portrayed by Nimisha Sajayan, whom we have previously seen in The Great Indian Kitchen and many more. Sajayan’s portrayal of Mala is remarkable, capturing her bravery, risk-taking nature, and passion for wildlife conservation. She is committed to protecting the ecosystem and upholding justice. As the narrative unfolds, we witness Mala’s relentless pursuit of truth as she delves deep into the investigation, determined to capture those involved in the ivory poaching ring. Director Richie Mehta said that the character Mala Jogi drew...

Actor Roshan Mathew, who is receiving a lot of positive response for his work in the recently released streaming show ‘Poacher’, has shed light on the connecting link between him and his character in the series.

The actor recently shared that his character’s geographical background and the language paved the way for him to walk into the world of the character.

Roshan said: “The geographical background of this character and his language gave me the link into his world because apart from that, this man is very different from who I’m in terms of the kind of things that he does and the life that he leads”.

He also shared that his past experience of working with Malayalam star Nimisha Sajayan also came in handy.

Roshan added: “When I went into this project, I had already worked with Nimisha Sajayan, so I had that in my bag. I...

Created by Richie Mehta, the immersive crime drama Poacher covers the untold story of poaching and illegal trading of ivory all over the world. This eight-part crime thriller, streaming on Amazon Prime, is focused on highlighting the real-life mission, Operation Shikar, which successfully uncovered the largest ring of illegal poachers in India. This series is focused on the quest of forest officials to unveil the illegal racket that had been killing countless elephants for their tusks in the forests of Kerala. The wonderful cast has managed to add an extra charm to the presentation of the series.

Mala

Nimisha Sajayan as Mala, a Forest Department Officer, has a strong foothold throughout the series. Being an animal lover, she is strongly opposed to the idea of illegal hunting and wants to break the poaching ring as soon as possible. She jumps to action when her superior, Neel, assigns her the case.

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Starring Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Kani Kusruti, Ranjitha Menon,Maala Parvathi

Directed by Richie Mehta

Poacher is about killing elephants for their tusk. Richie Mehta , known to not spare us any details from the scene of the crime (Delhi Crime) highlights scenes of poachers ripping out the priceless ivory from elephants wailing in unbearable pain.

I don’t know how Mehta shot these never-before scenes of cruelty to animals. We are assured that no animal was harmed during the shooting. We as the spectators are irreparably harmed.

It is not a pleasant sight to see how cruel we humans can be. Poached is an expose on a loveless irredeemably lost civilization which no longer cares about the damage we cause to our own earth every single day.

But we are straying. The focus here is on the plunder of elephants. It is not an easy breezy series to sit through.

“Poacher” is a new live-action TV crime series, directed by Richie Mehta, starring Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew and Dipyendu Bhattachary, streaming February 23, 2024 on Prime Video:

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“…’Indian Forest Service’ officers, ‘Ngo’ workers, police constables and ‘Good Samaritans’, risk their lives trying to track down the biggest elephant ivory poachers in the history of India and bring them to justice…”

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In the plethora of content available for audiences, very few characters make a mark in the audience’s mind, and seldom, it is a female character, especially in a cop role. However, with Richie Mehta helming a project, a trend seems to be emerging with a female character at the heart of it, be it Vartika Chaturvedi in ‘Delhi Crime’ or Mala Jogi in ‘Poacher’. Known for his signature style of investigative storytelling, Richie Mehta develops his characters to match the pace of his engaging narratives.

While ‘Poacher’ is a perfect example of an ensemble show, the character of Forest Range Officer Mala Jogi truly stands out, and played aptly by highly acclaimed and appreciated actor Nimisha Sajayan.

As a forest range officer in the Kerala Forest Department, Mala (played by Nimisha) is deeply committed to combating wildlife crime. This commitment is aggravated due to her father’s past involvement in wildlife crime.

At a special screening of the upcoming Amazon Original Poacher in London, the guests heaped praise on the crime series, with overwhelmingly positive and promising reactions. Written, created, and directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Richie Mehta and produced by QC Entertainment, Poacher features an accomplished ensemble cast including Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, and

Dibyendu Bhattacharya. The series is a riveting fictionalized dramatization of real-life events based on a group of Indian Forest Service officers, Ngo workers, police constables, and good Samaritans who risked their lives trying to track down and bring to justice the biggest elephant ivory poaching ring in the history of India.

Richie Mehta, along with Manish Menghani, director, content licensing at Prime Video India, Executive Producer, Alia Bhatt, and QC Entertainment’s principals Raymond Mansfield and Sean McKittrick visited London for the publicity of the series ahead of its global streaming premiere. Celebrities including Freida Pinto, Gurinder Chadha,...

Koimoi Audience Poll 2023: Nominees For The Best South Indian Film (Picture Credit: IMDb)

We are back with the final nominations for the last best of the last year for Koimoi Audience Poll 2023. In our annual tradition of honoring the best films of the year, we have made you, the audiences, the unbiased jury, recognize those who truly entertained you throughout the year.

2023 was a year of redemption for Bollywood films while South Indian Films continued to create their magic like always. This year, while biggies like Leo and Jailer worked like a charm at the box office, films like Ponniyin Selvan 2 could not live up to the charm.

Out of the very tough choices and range of Kannada, Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu films, we have picked out the best four as the nominations for the Best South Indian Film of 2023. All you have to do is vote for...

“Poacher” is a new crime series, directed by Richie Mehta, starring Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew and Dipyendu Bhattachary, streaming February 23, 2024 on Prime Video:

“…’Indian Forest Service’ officers, ‘Ngo’ workers, police constables and ‘Good Samaritans’, risk their lives trying to track down the biggest elephant ivory poachers in the history of India and bring them to justice…”

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The trailer of the crime series, ‘Poacher’ was unveiled on Thursday at a five star property in the Santacruz area of Mumbai. It gives a glimpse into the illegal practice of the merciless and incessant killing of the elephants.

The eight-part series unravels the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. It has been created, written, and directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Richie Mehta of ‘Delhi Crime’ fame, and stars Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya in pivotal roles.

It shows a diverse group of wildlife custodians consisting of forest crime fighters, police personnel, and good Samaritans, in their relentless pursuit to expose the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history.

The trailer shows how Dibyendu Bhattacharya’s character of the Field Director from the Kerala Forest Department, assembles a team headed by Nimisha Sajayan’s character, to dig deep into a poaching case.

The trailer then spreads out...

The highly anticipated Amazon Original Series, “Poacher,” has unveiled its gripping trailer, offering a glimpse into the intense crime drama created by Richie Mehta. Produced by QC Entertainment and backed by Alia Bhatt as an executive producer under her banner Eternal Sunshine Productions, the series promises to captivate audiences worldwide.

Starring Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya, “Poacher” delves into the dark underbelly of crime, weaving a compelling narrative filled with suspense and intrigue. The trailer showcases riveting performances and a gripping storyline that is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

Set to premiere on February 23, 2024, in multiple languages, “Poacher” is poised to become a global sensation on Amazon Prime Video. With a stellar cast, skilled direction, and an engaging plot, the series is expected to deliver an immersive viewing experience that will leave a lasting impact on audiences.

As anticipation builds for the release of “Poacher,...

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Prime Video has unveiled the first trailer for “Poacher,” the new series from Emmy-winning “Delhi Crime” creator Richie Mehta, executive produced by Bollywood star Alia Bhatt. An eight-part crime drama based on true events, “Poacher,” which bowed at Sundance 2023, uncovers the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. It is produced by QC Entertainment, the Oscar-winning production and finance company known for Jordan Peele’s “Get Out” and Spike Lee’s “BlacKkKlansman.” Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew and Dibyendu Bhattacharya lead the cast.

Mehta said: “I am sure the series will act as an eye-opener in many ways – how interdependent and complex the relationship between humans and other species is and how any negative action can result in an environmental imbalance, leading to dire repercussions.”

Bhatt added: “I hope that Richie’s powerful storytelling compels everyone to champion the urgent need for wildlife preservation and encourages us to embrace co-existence with all living beings.

Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt, who is the executive producer for the crime drama series ‘Poachers’ has shared an awareness video about poaching, saying that “murder is murder.”

Written, created, and directed by Richie Mehta, ‘Poacher’ stars Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew, and Dibyendu Bhattacharya, the series based on true events and uncovers the largest ivory poaching ring in India.

In the video, shared by Prime Video on Instagram, Alia is seen in a state of shock, as she comes across a loaded rifle, bullet casings, and the silhouette of a lifeless body.

She is heard saying: “Ashok was murder reported at 9 in morning. Third murder in the month. His body was lifeless, mutilated. Ashok was just 10. He didn’t even see his killers. They might think they may get away with it but they won’t. Just because Ashok wasn’t one of us, the crime doesn’t become small because murder is murder.

Alia Bhatt To Exec Produce Prime Video’s ‘Poacher’

Bollywood star Alia Bhatt has signed on as an executive producer on Poacher, an upcoming Prime Video investigative crime-themed drama series based on real events from QC Entertainment, the film production and finance company with credits for Antebellum, Us, Get Out and BlackKklansmen. Poacher, created, written, and directed by Richie Mehta, the series stars Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew and Dibyendu Bhattacharya and is set in the world of illegal poaching. Bhatt will EP through her Eternal Sunshine Productions business as an associate producer. Suitable Pictures, Poor Man’s Productions are also associate producers. “The impact of Poacher was deeply personal, and Richie’s portrayal of the urgent issue of wildlife crime resonated strongly with me and the team,” she said. Bhatt is known for films such as Highway, Udta Punjab, Raazi and Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva

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An investigative crime series based on true events, Amazon Prime’s original series, Poacher, unearths the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. A first-of-its-kind project, Poacher brings the world of environmental conservation and entertainment together to highlight a critical global concern – illegal poaching.

Today, Prime Video today announced that actor, producer and entrepreneur, Alia Bhatt has come onboard as Executive Producer for Poacher. Alia is known as a champion of nature and has actively lent her voice towards conservation and sustainability. Her association with Poacher as an Executive Producer with her production company Eternal Sunshine Productions, underscores her belief in the story and her commitment to bring important and relevant stories alive and be a voice for the voiceless.

Based on court documents and testimonials, Poacher is a fictional dramatization of events that transpired in the dense forests of Kerala and the concrete jungle of Delhi. The series showcases...

Actress Alia Bhatt will be seen as the executive producer for the crime series ‘Poacher’, created by Richie Mehta. She said that the impact of it was deeply personal, and the Emmy-Award filmmaker’s portrayal of the urgent issue of wildlife crime resonated strongly with her.

Talking about coming onboard as the executive producer for ‘Poacher’, Alia shared, “Being part of this incredibly significant project is an honour, for both me and the entire team at Eternal Sunshine Productions. The impact of ‘Poacher’ was deeply personal, and Richie’s portrayal of the urgent issue of wildlife crime resonated strongly with me and the team.”

She added: “The storytelling genuinely moved me, especially knowing it’s based on true events, that sheds light on brutal crimes occurring in our forests. I am confident that ‘Poacher’ will serve as an eye-opener, delivering a powerful message to be more compassionate and considerate towards all living beings.

Bollywood A-lister Alia Bhatt has boarded Richie Mehta’s already-completed Amazon original investigative crime series “Poacher” as an executive producer.

Created, written, and directed by “Delhi Crime” filmmaker Mehta based on true events, “Poacher” unearths the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. It premiered at Sundance in 2023. The cast features Nimisha Sajayan, Roshan Mathew and Dibyendu Bhattacharya in the lead.

Bhatt is on board via her Eternal Sunshine Productions outfit. She debuted as a producer with 2022 Netflix film “Darlings,” alongside Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment. Bhatt helps raise awareness about relevant causes such as environmental sustainability, animal welfare and mitigating human-animal conflict through her platform, Coexist. She also promotes sustainable fashion through her initiative, Mi Wardrobe is Su Wardrobe.

“Poacher” is executive produced by “Get Out” producer QC Entertainment’s Edward H. Hamm Jr., Raymond Mansfield and Sean McKittrick, in association with Suitable Pictures, Poor Man’s Productions and Eternal Sunshine Productions.

Prime Video has acquired and set a stream date for “Delhi Crime” creator Richie Mehta’s investigative drama series “Poacher.”

Based on court documents and testimonials, “Poacher” is a fictional dramatization of events that unfolded in the dense forests of Kerala and the urban jungle that is India’s capital Delhi. The series highlights the contributions made by Indian forest service officers, Ngo workers from the Wildlife Trust of India, police personnel and good samaritans who risked their lives to investigate the largest ivory poaching ring in Indian history. It was filmed in real-life settings across Kerala and New Delhi and is primarily in the Malayalam, Hindi and English languages.

Created, written and directed by Mehta, whose Netflix show “Delhi Crime” won the International Emmy for drama series, the “Poacher” cast includes Nimisha Sajayan (Tallinn title “Adrishya Jalakangal”), Roshan Mathew (Busan winner “Paradise”) and Dibyendu Bhattacharya (Emmy nominated series “Rocket Boys...

Jigarthanda Double X Movie Review Rating:

Star Cast: Raghava Lawrence, S. J. Suryah, Nimisha Sajayan, Nimisha Sajayan, Naveen Chandra, Sathyan, Shine Tom Chacko

Director: Karthik Subbaraj

Writer: Karthik Subbaraj

Review of Jigarthanda Double X: A Blaze of Political Drama and Fiery Performances(Photo Credit –IMDb)

What’s Good: The film is an authentic ‘Pandya Western’ with aesthetics, an engaging protagonist’s journey, and an enigmatic narrative core. Suryah and Lawrence deliver spectacular performances, navigating moral quandaries and evoking empathy. Karthik’s trademark layers assure sustained engagement, with nods to Tamil cinema adding an enigmatic touch.

What’s Bad: The initial 30 minutes exhibit storytelling impatience. Specific sequences, like unnecessary melodrama, disrupt the flow. CGI, especially in rendering elephants, lacks an organic feel. The second half’s abundance of messages can be overwhelming, and some scenes, like the tribal wedding, seem disconnected.

Loo Break: There is a film recording scene at the 49-minute mark.

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Movies were the focus in December, with no new Indian series debuting this month. The newly added films include a number of under-the-radar arthouse pictures as well as three new Netflix Originals: The Archies, Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, and the true-crime documentary Curry & Cyanide.

Here are all of the new Indian movies added to Netflix in December 2023.

N = Netflix Original

New Indian Movies on Netflix: December 2023 Thank You for Coming (2023)

Language: Hindi

Runtime: 117 Minutes

Director: Karan Boolani

Cast: Bhumi Pednekar, Shehnaaz Gill, Pradhuman Singh

Genre: Sex Comedy | Added to Netflix: December 1

An unhappy single woman consents to an arranged marriage and has her first sexually satisfying experience on the night of her engagement party — only she’s too drunk to remember who she was with when it happened. This sex-positive comedy is slow to get going and not as funny as it should be, but actor Bhumi Pednekar...

Some films believe in getting the viewer immersed in the universe of the film, and once those who were uninterested in what the film has to say are weeded out, that is when the film shows that the return on attention invested was actually quite high. Adrishya Jalakangal, or Invisible Windows, is a remarkable film that quite subtly but effectively depicts the ill effects of war and the brutality people have to face, especially those on the margins of our society. It also brings a dystopian beauty to the composition in each frame, which wasn’t expected from it, but the message is clear: a place where people’s voices are suppressed or aren’t believed—that is the madhouse we must all be wary of. Written and directed by Bijukumar Damodaran, the Malayalam language film stars Tovino Thomas and Nimisha Sajayan, who play quite against their type and do...

Chennai, Nov 15 ( Ians) Over the moon with great delight, director Karthik Subaraj penned a note of gratitude to Thalaivar Rajinikanth after the latter blessed him and the crew for the success of his film ‘Jigarthanda Double X’.

Taking to X, the director shared a picture of himself and the film crew alongside the megastar.He wrote: “Thanks a lot Thalaivaa for showering your Love and Praises to #’JigarthandaDoubleX’.”

He added: “Your one hour long conversation with us gave me and the whole team such a Positive vibe n aura sir.Loads of Love to you Thalaivaa from team #’JigarthandaXX’.”

Rajinikanth is someone whom a lot of figures throughout the South Indian industry seek blessings from, something which he is only more than happy to comply with.

Before this, Thalaivar had written a letter to the film’s team, where he lauded the film and its direction. The letter which was...

Chennai, Nov 15 ( Ians) Over the moon with great delight, director Karthik Subaraj penned a note of gratitude to Thalaivar Rajinikanth after the latter blessed him and the crew for the success of his film ‘Jigarthanda Double X’.

Taking to X, the director shared a picture of himself and the film crew alongside the megastar.He wrote: “Thanks a lot Thalaivaa for showering your Love and Praises to #’JigarthandaDoubleX’.”

He added: “Your one hour long conversation with us gave me and the whole team such a Positive vibe n aura sir.Loads of Love to you Thalaivaa from team #’JigarthandaXX’.”

Rajinikanth is someone whom a lot of figures throughout the South Indian industry seek blessings from, something which he is only more than happy to comply with.

Before this, Thalaivar had written a letter to the film’s team, where he lauded the film and its direction. The letter which was...

Disney+ Hotstar, the leading streaming platform in India, has released two new movies this week, Chiththa and Kannur Squad, in Tamil and Malayalam languages respectively. Both the movies are crime thrillers that have received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.

Chiththa, directed by S. U. Arun Kumar and produced by Siddharth, who also stars in the lead role, is based on the real-life incidents of child abuse and the efforts of a young man to protect his niece from a notorious pedophile. The film also marks the Tamil debut of Nimisha Sajayan, who plays the love interest of Siddharth. The film has been praised for its sensitive portrayal of a sensitive issue, its gripping screenplay, and its powerful performances. Chiththa is rated 4/5 by The Times of India1 and 8.4/10 by IMDb2.

Kannur Squad, directed by Roby Varghese Raj and written by Muhammed Shafi and Rony David Raj, is based on...

Actor Tovino Thomas’ film ‘Adrishya Jalakangal’ or ‘Invisible Windows’ has finally released its theatrical trailer. A darkly mysterious, and conceptually very unique story, the movie is something else entirely, witnessing the Malayalam star in an entirely new avatar.

A kind of anti-war movie mixed psychological-thriller and even some horror elements, ‘Adrishya Jalakangal’ is an experimental film that tackles its themes with a subtle storytelling and is layered with metaphors and allegories, as it tells the story of love, loss, heartbreak and an exploration of the unknown.

Rather bleak and morose, the film tonally seems to have a rather pessimistic view of life almost bordering on a nihilistic outlook. Featuring a very rustic and grounded tone, the trailer sees a lot of different things such as discussing how once dead, names don’t matter, a kind of workers’ revolt, and anti-war protests, as well as some small romance and family in-fighting.

Actor Tovino Thomas’ film ‘Adrishya Jalakangal’ or ‘Invisible Windows’ has finally released its theatrical trailer. A darkly mysterious, and conceptually very unique story, the movie is something else entirely, witnessing the Malayalam star in an entirely new avatar.

A kind of anti-war movie mixed psychological-thriller and even some horror elements, ‘Adrishya Jalakangal’ is an experimental film that tackles its themes with a subtle storytelling and is layered with metaphors and allegories, as it tells the story of love, loss, heartbreak and an exploration of the unknown.

Rather bleak and morose, the film tonally seems to have a rather pessimistic view of life almost bordering on a nihilistic outlook. Featuring a very rustic and grounded tone, the trailer sees a lot of different things such as discussing how once dead, names don’t matter, a kind of workers’ revolt, and anti-war protests, as well as some small romance and family in-fighting.

Footprints on Water, Nathalia Syam’s debut feature film, centers around an immigrant Raghu who struggles to make ends meet in Birmingham, London. The story dives into the complexity and rigor that the protagonist had to undergo to fulfill his dreams and aspirations in a nation that is away from his motherland. The story also sheds light on the societal barriers and prejudices that immigrants often encounter, highlighting the importance of empathy and understanding in fostering a more inclusive society. The filmmaker skillfully explores the universal themes of identity, belonging, and the pursuit of happiness. It serves as a poignant reminder that compassion and acceptance are crucial in building a harmonious multicultural society.

Raghu (Adil Hussain) is an immigrant in Birmingham, UK, lacking legal documents. Raghu was a successful businessman in Kerala, India, but due to betrayal from his clients, he fell into the gallows of debt with life-threatening consequences.

Mumbai, Nov 8 (Ians) Actress Sanya Malhotra’s upcoming film ‘Mrs.’ has been selected for the 27th edition of Poff – the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival.

The film also stars Nishant Dahiya and Kanwaljit Singh in key supporting roles. Additionally, the film has also secured a spot in the esteemed Critics’ Pick Competition category at the festival.

The festival is currently being held in Estonia’s capital city of Tallinn.

‘Mrs.’ has been directed by Arati Kadav, who is known for films like ‘Cargo’ and ‘The Astronaut and His Parrot’.

The film presents an empowering narrative taking audiences on Richa’s (Sanya Malhotra) journey, as she embarks on a pursuit to discover her identity while navigating the demands of the kitchen and the household.

Talking about the film, Sanya Malhotra said, “I’m overjoyed to share the news of ‘Mrs.’ being selected for the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival. This film...

Mumbai, Nov 8 (Ians) Actress Sanya Malhotra’s upcoming film ‘Mrs.’ has been selected for the 27th edition of Poff – the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival.

The film also stars Nishant Dahiya and Kanwaljit Singh in key supporting roles. Additionally, the film has also secured a spot in the esteemed Critics’ Pick Competition category at the festival.

The festival is currently being held in Estonia’s capital city of Tallinn.

‘Mrs.’ has been directed by Arati Kadav, who is known for films like ‘Cargo’ and ‘The Astronaut and His Parrot’.

The film presents an empowering narrative taking audiences on Richa’s (Sanya Malhotra) journey, as she embarks on a pursuit to discover her identity while navigating the demands of the kitchen and the household.

Talking about the film, Sanya Malhotra said, “I’m overjoyed to share the news of ‘Mrs.’ being selected for the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival. This film...

Chennai, Nov 7 (Ians) Superstar Raghava Lawrence’s upcoming film ‘Jigarthanda Double X’ recently released its behind-the-scenes (BTS) clip which focuses on its crew and their technical feats. As such, the BTS clip shows small-scale real life explosions, intricate wire work, and a very detailed set design.

After his most recent film ‘Chandramukhi 2’, Raghava went to the set, things began heating up as the whole crew was brimming with excitement. Constructing things from scratch, much of the film was in fact not shot in a studio, but rather in open air where the crew made a whole small scale urban town.

This included building the houses, their interiors, shops and more. Ironically, all of this was made to be blown up later making the whole effort only more commendable. Apart from set construction, it also focuses a lot on the camerawork, specifically the use of angles and lenses to be...

Chennai, Nov 7 (Ians) Superstar Raghava Lawrence’s upcoming film ‘Jigarthanda Double X’ recently released its behind-the-scenes (BTS) clip which focuses on its crew and their technical feats. As such, the BTS clip shows small-scale real life explosions, intricate wire work, and a very detailed set design.

After his most recent film ‘Chandramukhi 2’, Raghava went to the set, things began heating up as the whole crew was brimming with excitement. Constructing things from scratch, much of the film was in fact not shot in a studio, but rather in open air where the crew made a whole small scale urban town.

This included building the houses, their interiors, shops and more. Ironically, all of this was made to be blown up later making the whole effort only more commendable. Apart from set construction, it also focuses a lot on the camerawork, specifically the use of angles and lenses to be...

Vela is an upcoming Malayalam film that stars Shane Nigam and Sunny Wayne as police officers who work in a control room in Palakkad. The film is directed by debutant Syam Sasi and written by M Sajas, who previously penned the Asif Ali-starrer Mandharam. The film is produced by Cyn-Cyl Celluloid and distributed by Dulquer Salmaan’s Wayfarer Films.

The film is billed as an emotion-centric crime drama that is inspired by actual events. The plot revolves around the complex relationship between two police officers, Mallikarjunan (played by Sunny Wayne) and Ullas Augustine (played by Shane Nigam). Ullas is a new recruit who joins the control room and has to deal with many false messages that come his way. He faces a dilemma whether to follow or ignore those messages, or to report them to his seniors. Mallikarjunan is a senior officer who has a different approach to his...

Director Nelson Venkatasan has finally began the shoot for his upcoming crime-thriller-drama film ‘DNA’ which stars Tamil actor Atharvaa alongside Malayalam actress Nimisha Sajayan, who recently made her debut in Tamil cinema with the film ‘Chithha’.

The director is known for films such as ‘Monster’ and ‘Oru Naal Koothu’.

The film is produced and distributed by Olympia films, which announced the beginning of the movie’s shoot on their social media platform X.

Announcing the shoot, they released the first poster of the film alongside a message which said: “Presenting the title look of @atharvaaMurali& #NimishaSajayan starring #DNAmovie. Directed by @nelsonvenkat. The shooting has officially kicked off. Brace yourself for an crime action drama.”

After announcing the shoot, the cast and crew of ‘DNA’ commenced the shoot with the beginning of a pooja in order to seek blessings and all bowed their heads in reverence, performing a traditional Hindu ceremony.

Director Nelson Venkatasan has finally began the shoot for his upcoming crime-thriller-drama film ‘DNA’ which stars Tamil actor Atharvaa alongside Malayalam actress Nimisha Sajayan, who recently made her debut in Tamil cinema with the film ‘Chithha’.

The director is known for films such as ‘Monster’ and ‘Oru Naal Koothu’.

The film is produced and distributed by Olympia films, which announced the beginning of the movie’s shoot on their social media platform X.

Announcing the shoot, they released the first poster of the film alongside a message which said: “Presenting the title look of @atharvaaMurali& #NimishaSajayan starring #DNAmovie. Directed by @nelsonvenkat. The shooting has officially kicked off. Brace yourself for an crime action drama.”

After announcing the shoot, the cast and crew of ‘DNA’ commenced the shoot with the beginning of a pooja in order to seek blessings and all bowed their heads in reverence, performing a traditional Hindu ceremony.

Kannur Squad, directed by Roby Varghese Raj, is a Malayalam film that follows a team of Kerala Police officers who travel to North India to catch a gang of robbers. The film showcases the challenges and risks faced by the cops in an unfamiliar terrain, as well as the political and social issues that complicate their mission. The film features Mammootty in the lead role of Asi George Martin, along with Kishore Kumar, Vijayaraghavan, Rony David and Sunny Wayne in supporting roles. The film is based on a real-life incident that happened in 2014.

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If you enjoyed watching Kannur Squad, here are five other Malayalam movies that explore the genre of cop drama with realistic and thrilling narratives and ranked based on how similar to the Kannur Squad :

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Directed by Abrid Shine, this film stars Nivin Pauly as Si Biju Paulose, a cool and...

Exclusive: The UK has a new South Asian-focused film talk show.

UK-based film company ReelN, founded by Aman Dhillon, has teamed up with online entertainment website Filme Shilmy to launch The Filme Shilmy Show. The show will feature South Asian talent – both independent and established names – who will appear to promote projects and discuss their journeys as storytellers. The show’s producers said today that they aim for the show to bridge the gap between South Asian artists and UK audiences.

South Asian station Roq Raw has been set as the official radio partner, with sponsorship from the State Bank of India UK (Sbi) and Nashtaa Cafe. Rich Mix cinema in Shoreditch, East London, will be the venue of the show’s first edition, which takes place on September 22. Headlined as A Spotlight On British-Asian Filmmakers, the episode will feature filmmakers Pravesh Kumar (Little English), Nathalia Syam (Footprints On Water...

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Produced by Mohan Nadar, this extremely pertinent movie had its glorious world premiere in the New York Indian Film Festival where it got the Best Debut Award, received nomination for both Best Actor for Adil Hussain, and Best Actress for Nimisha Sajayan. It had its UK Premiere in the UK Asian Film Festival. The French Premiere took place in St Tropez, Nirvana Festival and the German Premiere in the Indo-German Film Week, where it won Best Debut Award, and also Best Actor for Adil Hussain. The film received Best Debut Director Award in the recently concluded Ottawa Indian Film Festival, Canada, 2023.

Away from the glitz and glam of Birmingham resides an illegal immigrant community of people who are always in hiding, leaving no proof of their existence, not even their footprints. Raghu (a brilliant Adil Hussain), an illegal immigrant in Birmingham – UK, believes that he has finally struck gold as his daughter,...

Malayalam cinemaScripted by Gopan Chidambaram, ‘Thuramukham’, starring Nivin Pauly in the lead, is based on an award-winning play of the same title penned by Gopan’s father, Km Chidambaram.Nivin Pauly in ThuramukhamRajeev Ravi’s Malayalam historical drama Thuramukham, starring popular actor Nivin Pauly, has locked an Ott release date. The film will be released on SonyLIV on April 28. Scripted by Gopan Chidambaram, Thuramukham is based on an award-winning play of the same title penned by Gopan’s father, Km Chidambaram. The film opened to critical acclaim in the theatres on March 10, and features an ensemble cast including Biju Menon, Indrajith Sukumaran, Nimisha Sajayan, Joju George, Arjun Ashokan, Darshana Rajendran, and Poornima Indrajith. #Thuramukham streaming on SonyLIV from April 28. @sonylivindia #ThuramukhamOnSonyLIVhttps://t.co/kkx8HLRhs4 — Nivin Pauly (@NivinOfficial) April 12, 2023 Set against the backdrop of the Cochin port in the period between the 1930s and 1960s, Thuramukham sheds light on the chappa system,...

MollywoodThe film is scripted by director Ratheesh Poduval, who made the popular and critically-acclaimed film ‘Nna Thaan Case Kodu’ last year.After the much-discussed Nayattu, director Martin Prakkat is making his next with actors Kunchacko Boban and Biju Menon. The film, yet to be named, is scripted by director Ratheesh Poduval, who made the popular and critically-acclaimed film Nna Thaan Case Kodu last year, starring Kunchacko. The news was announced by Kunchacko on his social media pages. "One of my dream Combos…!!! With some of my Best friends and Some of the Best in the Industry. The next Directorial venture of Martin Prakkat after @nayattumovie, scripted by Ratheesh Poduval, Visuals by Shyju Khaled and with my evergreen pair Biju Menon. Happy to let know that Udaya Pictures and Kunchacko Boban Productions will also be associating with the movie!! (sic)" Kunchacko posted on Instagram. He and Biju Menon had earlier paired...

ReviewAt 174 minutes, Thuramukham is an ambitious recounting of an important historical episode. It’s not all smooth sailing, but the ship does make it to the shore.After Kammatipaadam (2016), Thuramukham, meaning ‘harbour’, is another Rajeev Ravi ode to the historical struggles that form the bedrock of a modern city like Kochi. The period drama, written by Gopan Chidambaram, is based on an award-winning play of the same title written by his father, Km Chidambaram. At its heart is the question – what does capitalism do to human beings? The opening sequence is just the beginning of the long answer – people climbing one over another like crabs to find a token that would ensure that they got some work for the day; the inhuman chappa system in the early decades of the 20th century that forced workers to enter a gladiatorial battle every day to feed their families. The stark black and...

Blame it on my Catholic upbringing, but guilt is my near-constant companion. At work, there’s guilt for not covering more television, which leads to guilt at home for spending too much time watching TV. Even when I can separate from these millions of screens, guilt often rises from having too much fun — or not enough. There’s lingering guilt over childhood misdeeds, and there’s growing guilt right now for spending this review’s lede talking about myself.

The point being: Guilt can come from anywhere. Right or wrong, useful or obstructive, immutable or fleeting, the feeling that you’re doing something wrong (and the ensuing anguish spent wondering just how bad it was) can lead people to do any number of things, and in this year’s otherwise disparate crop of Indie Episodic entries at the Sundance Film Festival, guilt is a driving narrative force — even in its absence.

ListicleThe December lineup are all theatre releases, with Ott platforms bringing out movies that have already had a theatre-run or festival release.Tnm StaffEven though there are no superstar releases in Malayalam this Christmas and New Year, quite a few others are lined up to come out in the next two weeks. These are all theatre releases. Most of the Ott releases this month are films which have already had a theatre-run, like Gold and Udal. 1. Kaapa - Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran will work with director Shaji Kailas in a film that delves into the world of crime and gang wars. Set in Thiruvananthapuram, the story is by noted writer Gr Indugopan. Apart from Prithviraj, actors Aparna Balamurali, Anna Ben, and Asif Ali also play prominent roles in the film. Kaapa is expected to release on December 22. 2. Thuramukham - A much anticipated film by critically acclaimed director Rajeev Ravi, Thuramukham's release...

Willie Nelson in a scene from ‘Willie Nelson and Family’ (Photo Courtesy of Sundance Institute)

The 2023 Sundance Film Festival’s lineup will include 64 Short Films and four Indie Episodic projects. More than 10,000 short film submissions were received, and the 64 selected represent work from 23 countries. 519 Indie Episodic submissions were submitted and the four selected represent five countries.

The 2023 Festival will take place in person from January 19–29. Select films will be available online beginning January 24th.

“Short films and episodic projects are an integral aspect of the overall mission of the Sundance Institute — to empower artists who are taking risks, bringing new perspectives to the forefront, and creating work that entertains and provokes conversation,” stated Kim Yutani, Sundance Film Festival Director of Programming. “These platforms provide artists with the ability to expand beyond the boundaries of traditional cinema, while also motivating a unique creativity through an ever expanding format.”

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The 2023 Sundance Film Festival officially announced the Shorts and Indie Episodic programs.

Notable artists and talent in the shorts program include Paul Feig, Angela Sarafyan, Kate Flannery, Yalitza Aparicio Martinez, Angela Trimbur, Ken Marino, Bi Gan, and Shannon Plumb. Selections range from more than 23 countries, including Iran and Ukraine.

The Sundance Institute will offer in-person premieres for the Indie Episodic works, with Shorts screened in curated programs. Beginning January 24, all Indie Episodic projects and selected Shorts will also be available to stream online through the end of the festival. The 2023 festival will take place January 19 through 29, 2023, in person in Park City, Salt Lake City, and the Sundance Resort, along with a selection of films available online across the country January 24–29.

This upcoming year’s Short Film program includes work from 23 countries, and the Indie Episodic represents works from five countries. Forty-six percent of the filmmakers identify as women, and filmmakers...

The Sundance Film Festival on Tuesday revealed its 2023 lineup of episodic projects and 64 shorts, the latter culled from the fest’s highest number of submissions at 10,981.

The shorts span 23 countries, including projects from Iran (Azheh) and Ukraine (Liturgy of anti-tank obstacles), with works from such artists as Paul Feig (Help Me Understand producer), Westworld actress Angela Sarafyan (Power Signal), The Office‘s Kate Flannery (Help Me Understand), Roma‘s Yalitza Aparicio Martinez (Sweatshop Girl), The Feels’ Angela Trimbur (Mirror Party), Party Down‘s Ken Marino (Help Me Understand), Bi Gan (director of Cannes Certain Regard title A Long Days Journey Into Night director) and Shannon Plumb (Walk of Shame) to name a few.

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Festival also unveils 64 shorts.

Sundance Film Festival organisers have unveiled four Indie Episodic series including the first authorised work exploring the life of American musician Willie Nelson and new work from Xavier Dolan, as well as 64 short films.

Thom Zimny and Oren Moverman directed Willie Nelson And Family for Blackbird Presents and Sight Unseen and the documentary series chronicles the ups and downs of Nelson’s life. The festival will premiere two of five episodes.

The Indie Episodics line-up includes The Night Logan Woke Up from Xavier Dolan, the French Canadian filmmaker behind features like Mommy and I Killed My Mother.