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Director M C Jithin’s Sookshmadarshini , now streaming on Disney + Hotstar, is sufficient evidence of Malayalam cinema’s inability to deliver a sixer each time. This mortifying misfire is offputting enough to make us wonder if Basil Joseph who once directed the clever if a tad overrated super-hero film Minnal Murali , has been spending too much time in front of the camera.

Some of Joseph’s recent forays into acting like Jan. E. Man (2021), Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey (2022), Palthu Janwar (2022), Kadina Kadoramee Andakadaham (2023) and especially Falimy (2023) were appreciable. But now a certain staleness and smugness has seeped into Basil Joseph’s performance.

Sookshmadarshini is worse than a bad film. It is a bad film posing as a good one. The characters behave like amateur criminals and detectives. The aura of jejuneness never leaves the proceedings as Priya(Nazriya Nazim) resolves to spy on her new neighbour Manuel(Basis...

The entire story of Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil revolves around a running joke; it’s a secret that binds every character in the movie, especially the two leads – Anandan (Prithviraj Sukumaran) and Vinu (Basil Joseph). Apparently, it’s the same gag that feels like the only weak link in the script. But despite this hiccup, this insanely entertaining wannabe comic camp makes a passable comedy, thanks to Basil Joseph and Prithviraj Sukumaran. Directed by Vipin Das, whose 2022 smash hit, Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey, elevated comedy set pieces to a new level, Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil talks about a feud. At the heart of this story are two soon-to-be brothers-in-law, Anandan, and Vinu.

Vinu has everything a middle-class eligible bachelor Malayali requires – he works as a corporate executive in the Middle East, his family is well-off, and he is the perfect man next door. Now, the only thing he lacks in his late 20s...

The makers of the upcoming Malayalam movie ‘Falimy’ have released the official trailer of the film, and it is a treat for the fans of family comedies. The film stars Basil Joseph, Jagadish, Manju Pillai, Sandeep Pradeep, and Meenaraj in the lead roles, and is directed by Nithish Sahadev. The trailer gives a glimpse of the plot, which revolves around Basil Joseph’s character, who decides to go on a trip to Kashi with his family, following the advice of a woman named Anagha, who he is smitten with. The trailer is filled with hilarious moments, as the family faces various challenges and adventures on their way to the holy city. The trailer also showcases the beautiful locations and the vibrant music of the film.

‘Falimy’ is a travel family drama, produced by Lakshmi Warrier, Ganesh Menon, and Amal Paulson, who have previously delivered hit films like ‘Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey...

Interview‘Paradise’, directed by Sri Lankan filmmaker Prasanna Vithanage, is about a Malayali couple who land in Sri Lanka during the economic crisis. The film has Darshana Rajendran and Roshan Mathew in the lead.Still from 'Paradise'Across a phone call, Prasanna Vithanage’s voice fades mid-sentence. It must be the weather, he says when he is back. As I picture Sri Lanka in the rain, he asks, is it pouring hard in Kerala. It isn’t, but there has been a spell or two, right in the middle of Onam. Ah, Onam, he says fondly of Kerala’s biggest festival. Everything about Kerala appears very dear to this filmmaker in Sri Lanka, who has been coming to the state’s annual film festival (Iffk) year after year since it began in the mid-1990s. It seems apt that after decades of making many noticeable films, Prasanna has now made a...

The acclaimed Malayalam filmmaker Vipin Das, who recently delivered a blockbuster hit with his black comedy Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey, is all set to direct his next project in Hindi. The film, which is yet to be titled, will feature two powerhouse performers from different industries – Vijay Sethupathi from Tamil cinema and Kangana Ranaut from Bollywood.

The film is said to be a mind-bending suspense thriller that will keep the audience on the edge of their seats. According to sources, the film will explore the themes of identity, memory and reality in a twisted way. The film will also have elements of humor and satire, as Vipin Das is known for his witty and sharp writing.

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Vijay Sethupathi and Kangana Ranaut have reportedly agreed to do the film after being impressed by the script and the vision of the director. The two actors have never worked together before,...

EntertainmentYogi Babu will make his Malayalam debut in Vipin Das’ Guruvayoorambalanadayil, which also features actor-directors Prithviraj and Basil Joseph in important roles.Yogi Babu, known for his comedy and versatile roles in Tamil cinema, is soon to make his Malayalam debut. Director Vipin Das, who made the hugely successful Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey, is casting him in his new film Guruvayoorambalanadayil. Vipin shared the news on his Instagram page on Sunday, April 9.. “Welcome to Malayalam Cinema. Extremely happy to share my Easter Egg to all. None other than Yogi Babu on board in Guruvayoorambalanadayil (sic),” Vipin Das wrote on his Instagram page, posting photos of Yogi and him. Yogi Babu is known for his performance in movies like Mandela, Bommai Nayagi, Aandavan Kattalai, and Pariyerum Perumal. He will be next seen in Yaanai Mugathaan, which is set to release on April 14 for Tamil New Year. Read: Bommai Nayagi review:...

MollywoodThe film is directed by debutant Muhashin, based on a script written by Harshad.In a month, Kadin Kadorame Andakadaham, Basil Joseph’s new film, will be in theatres. The Malayalam actor-director says in a small promo video that the movie will release for Eid 2023. Eid may fall on April 20 or 21. The film is made by debutant Muhashin, from a script written by Harshad. Along with Basil, Johny Antony and Indrans play important roles. Also in the cast are Swathi Das Prabhu, Jaffer Idukki, Binu Pappu, Shibla, Sudheesh and others. The film is produced by Naisam Salam. No one-liners about the plot have been given out so far. But a few posters have come out showing Basil in various poses. In one, he is by the sea, holding money in both hands and smiling widely. In another, he is sitting with Swathi Das outside a wall, both of them looking glum.

MollywoodThe film revolves around a policeman, played by Prasanth Alexander, and the mystery of a missing corpse.What begins like a ghost story soon turns into a heady mix of dark humour and drama in the trailer of Purusha Pretham (Male Ghost), an upcoming Malayalam film. It is directed by Krishand, who made the critically acclaimed Aavasavyuham, which won the Kerala state award for best film and screenplay in 2021. Darshana Rajendran, Prasanth Alexander, and Devaki Rajendran play the lead roles in Purusha Pretham. The film will release on the Ott platform SonyLIV on March 24. The trailer, which came out on Thursday, March 16, shows a police team led by Prasanth and Jagadish investigating a crime. Darshana walks into the station to talk about a dead body in a river and then a fast song begins to play, during which several characters pass by, and the character Sebastian (Prasanth) is described as peculiar.

CinemaAward-winning director of Minnal Murali Basil Joseph and educationalist Elizabeth Samuel announced the birth of their child and also shared her name on social media.BasilJoseph/TwitterMalayalam filmmaker and actor Basil Joseph, and his wife and educationalist Elizabeth Samuel announced that they have become parents on February 15. They have named the baby Hope Elizabeth Basil. Sharing the news on social media, Basil wrote: “Thrilled to announce the arrival of our little bundle of joy, Hope Elizabeth Basil! She has already stolen our hearts and we are over the moon with love for our precious daughter. We can't wait to watch her grow and learn from her every day.” Basil married Elizabeth in 2017. Basil, who started his career making short films, is known for directing the films Kunjiramayanam, Godha and the 2021 superhero film Minnal Murali. He has also acted in supporting roles in films such as Virus and Joji, and played...

Malayalam star Prithviraj Sukumaran will team up with actor-director Basil Joseph for the upcoming movie, Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil.

The movie is being directed by Vipin Das, fresh out of the success of the blockbuster Malayalam movie, ‘Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey’, where Basil Joseph plays the male lead.

The script of the upcoming movie is by Deepu Pradeep, whose earlier movie ‘Kunjiramayanam’, helmed by Vineeth Sreenivasan, was a Malayalam super hit.

Taking to social media, Prithviraj said ‘Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil’ is a full-time comedy and that he was looking forward to sharing screen space with Basil Joseph, who is one of the rising stars of the Malayalam industry.

The actor said: “Welcome you all for a smile-filled 2023. This is a story that makes me smile every time I think of this since the past year when I heard it for the first time.”

Prithviraj added: “Teaming up with the multi-talented Basil Joseph,...

MollywoodThe film has been titled ‘ Guruvayurambala Nadayil’.Instagram/ Prithviraj Sukumaran, Basil JosephMollywood star Prithviraj Sukumaran and actor-director Basil Joseph of Minnal Murali fame are teaming up with director Vipin Das. The filmmaker garnered praise for his previous comedy flick Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey, which slammed everyday sexism and patriarchy in Indian households and featured Darshana Rajendran and Basil Joseph in the lead. Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey opened to positive responses from critics and audiences alike. The film is written by Deepu Pradeep of Kunjiramayanam fame. Basil took to social media on Sunday, January 1 to share the announcement with followers. The film has been titled Guruvayurambala Nadayil and is set to start rolling soon. Conveying his new year wishes to fans, Basil also noted that he is absolutely thrilled to share the screen space with actor, director and producer Prithviraj Sukumaran. Guruvayurambala Nadayil is bankrolled by the production banner E4 Entertainments.