MollywoodThe film will be scripted by another director – Vinod Guruvayoor.Digital NativeM PadmakumarThe script of filmmaker M Padmakumar’s next project is written by another director – Vinod Guruvayoor, who has made movies like Shikamani and Sakala Kalashala. Confirming the news, Vinod Guruvayoor has said in an interview to the Times of India that it is a thriller set in a backdrop of a school trip. He revealed that the film will have a set of newbies playing the lead characters. There will also be a hero, who has not been finalised yet. Vinod also said in the interview that Padmakumar found the script convincing because the incidents narrated in it were organic and gripping. Padmakumar currently has a project with Asif Ali and Suraj Venjaramoodu playing the lead roles and Swasika and Mahima Nambiar as the female leads. Ranjin Raj will be composing the tunes for this venture. M Padma...
- 8/29/2020
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Prachi Tehlan is on Cloud Nine Now. Her very famous song Mukkuthi from Mamangam recently won two awards at the prestigious Vanitha Film Awards 2020.?
While Shreya Ghoshal was adjudged the Best Singer for the song, Brinda Master won the Best Choreographer award. Well Prachi went to collect the award for Brinda Master and her #Ootd became the talk of the town.
Also read:??Chhapaak movie review: Incredibly courageous, soul stirringly uplifting and beautiful
Prachi looked mesmerizing in a co-ord bralette with a body-hugging A-line skirt, complemented with a sheer cape, which she carried with panache. Deepika Padukone too had worn something similar in 2016 and netizens can?t keep it calm. Prachi's fans made some interesting collages to compare the looks and style of both.?
Prachi also put up an amazing performance at the award show along with her co-actors from the film, as her Mamangam co-star Mammootty cheered on.
While Shreya Ghoshal was adjudged the Best Singer for the song, Brinda Master won the Best Choreographer award. Well Prachi went to collect the award for Brinda Master and her #Ootd became the talk of the town.
Also read:??Chhapaak movie review: Incredibly courageous, soul stirringly uplifting and beautiful
Prachi looked mesmerizing in a co-ord bralette with a body-hugging A-line skirt, complemented with a sheer cape, which she carried with panache. Deepika Padukone too had worn something similar in 2016 and netizens can?t keep it calm. Prachi's fans made some interesting collages to compare the looks and style of both.?
Prachi also put up an amazing performance at the award show along with her co-actors from the film, as her Mamangam co-star Mammootty cheered on.
- 2/12/2020
- GlamSham
Mamangam movie review is here. The Malayalam-language period action drama stars Mammootty, Achuthan, Unni Mukundan and Prachi Tehlan. Originally shot in Malayalam, Mamangam directed by M. Padmakumar, is dubbed in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi and simultaneously has released worldwide on 12 December 2019.
Does it fulfills the mammoth expectations from epic starring Mammootty?. Let?s find out in the movie review of Mamangam
Immediate reaction when the end credits roll
How can a period war epic having all the finesse of a magnum opus and breathtaking action pieces with one of the finest actors alive in India ? Mammootty fail to get that decisive ?winning? sweep.
The Story of Mamangam
Chandroth Panickker (Unni Mukundan) a Chaaverukal warrior gets a dream that divine goddess ( believed to be Ganga) has asked him takes a lead and come forward to fight for the pride of Valluvakonathiri and kill the Zamorin ruler (played by Mohan Sharma). For years,...
Does it fulfills the mammoth expectations from epic starring Mammootty?. Let?s find out in the movie review of Mamangam
Immediate reaction when the end credits roll
How can a period war epic having all the finesse of a magnum opus and breathtaking action pieces with one of the finest actors alive in India ? Mammootty fail to get that decisive ?winning? sweep.
The Story of Mamangam
Chandroth Panickker (Unni Mukundan) a Chaaverukal warrior gets a dream that divine goddess ( believed to be Ganga) has asked him takes a lead and come forward to fight for the pride of Valluvakonathiri and kill the Zamorin ruler (played by Mohan Sharma). For years,...
- 12/13/2019
- GlamSham
ReviewThe stunts don't look realistic at all, with the warriors flying in the air as if they were playing a quidditch match on invisible broomsticks.Sowmya RajendranAfter controversy and tugs of war, the ambitious Mamangam is finally here. But though the battle behind the scenes was fairly intriguing - full of alleged betrayals and twists - the film itself is astonishingly dull. Set in the 17th century, the story is about the chavers, or suicide squad warriors, who were determined to challenge the Zamorin who'd caused dishonour to their land, Valluvanad. This should have made for a thrilling setup and one would imagine that the script would have plenty of scope for plotting, strategy and old time cunning. But as it turns out, the strategy of the warriors appears to have been nothing more than flinging themselves on the sword. Or at least, that's what the film will have us believe.
- 12/12/2019
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
MollywoodRam, who directed Mammootty’s ‘Peranbu’ has written the dialogues for the Tamil version of ‘Mamangam’.Digital NativeThe Malayalam film Mamangam, starring Mammootty in the lead role, is currently in the post-production stage and is all set to hit the screens on December 12. The film, originally shot in Malayalam, will be dubbed in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi and all four versions will be released simultaneously. Director Ram of Thangameengal fame who had recently collaborated with Mammootty for Peranbu has penned the dialogues for the Tamil version. Ram was quoted by Onlykollywood as saying, “Much alike Indravizha festival we came across in the book of Silapathigaaram, this one too is based on the festival that happens in Kerala from the ancient times. I wouldn’t say that it’s a Malayalam movie, but it’s an original Tamil film as Chera Kingdom was also a part of Tamil Nadu during the ancient times.
- 12/4/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe megastar is seen in a never-seen-before avatar in it which has raised the expectations several notches up.Digital NativeDigital Native Mammootty’s Maamangam was to have hit the marquee on November 21 but was postponed to December 12 due to a delay in VFX works. The film is currently in the last leg of post-production. While expectations are high on it, a pic from Maamangam, featuring Mammootty made it to the popular Malayalam magazine Vanitha recently. The megastar is seen in a never-seen-before avatar in it which has raised the expectations several notches up. Mammootty, sporting long locks of hair adorned with large ear studs and bindi, has created a sense of curiosity among his fans. Reports are that Maamangam will be released in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu besides Malayalam. Recently, Unni Mukundan had revealed that he has dubbed for his portions for the Hindi version with his own voice as...
- 11/14/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is based on a festival celebrated during 17th century Kerala, in which warriors from different parts of the country would arrive to fight against each other.Digital NativeMamangam, the Malayalam historical starring Mammootty in the lead, is releasing on December 12. The film is based on a festival celebrated during 17th century Kerala, in which warriors from different parts of the country would arrive to fight against each other. The trailer was released on November 2. Mammootty’s voice says in the trailer, "If even one person still goes for Mamangam from Valluvanadu, it's because the women prepare a pyre of revenge in their minds. You and I were born in the womb of such women." The film is also releasing in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi languages. Unni Mukundan, who plays an important character in the film, recently revealed that he has dubbed for his portions for the Hindi version...
- 11/12/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodReports are that the director -- Jofin T Chacko -- impressed the star with a script so much that he agreed to hop on board immediately.Digital NativeMalayalam megastar Mammootty has signed a new project, we hear. The film will reportedly be directed by debutant Jofin T Chacko. Reports are that the director impressed the star with a script so much that he agreed to hop on board immediately. The only detail available about this film is that it will be a thriller. The filmmakers are in the process of roping in the cast and crew and we shall get official confirmation soon. The buzz is that Mammootty has allotted priority dates for this film thereby pushing back other films in the pipeline. Anto Joseph will be bankrolling the film under his banner. While the groundwork is on for this thriller, Mammootty will be wrapping up his ongoing film One.
- 11/4/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is based on a festival celebrated during 17th century Kerala, in which warriors from different parts of the country would arrive to fight against each other.Tnm StaffIf Mammootty barely appeared in the teaser of his upcoming period film Mamangam, the trailer, released on Saturday, begins with the star's voice. The familiar lit up night from the teaser presents the background for Mamangam, which was a medieval time trade festival for warriors. Mammootty's character says, "If even one person still goes for Mamangam from Valluvanadu, it's because the women prepare a pyre of revenge in their minds. You and I were born in the womb of such women." You see the women's faces flash -- Kaniha, Anu Sithara, veterans like Valsala Menon and Kaviyoor Ponnamma. The slow music with which the trailer begins swiftly changes to a fast one, when fights begin and men kill men. A...
- 11/2/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe movie is the third collaboration between Mammootty and Director Ajai Vasudev. Tnm StaffThe upcoming bilingual Mammootty-starrer Shylock has been titled Kuberan in Tamil. The movie, touted to be a family entertainer, is directed by Ajai Vasudev. The film is being scripted by debutants Bibin Mohan and Aneesh Hameed and is expected to release during Christmas vacations this year. Apart from starring Mammootty in the lead role, the movie also has Meena playing the female lead. Veteran Tamil actor Raj Kiran will also be seen in an important role in this movie, which will also mark his debut in Malayalam film industry. Shylock is produced by Joby George under his banner Goodwill Entertainment. Gopi Sundar is composing music for this flick and the songs in the movie have been written by Harinarayanan. Renadive will be handling the camera for this project. This is not the first time Director Ajai Vasudev and Mammootty are teaming up.
- 11/1/2019
- by Meghak
- The News Minute
MollywoodReports are that 'One' is a political drama that has Mammootty playing the Chief Minister of Kerala.Digital NativeDigital Native Mammootty had wrapped up the shooting of Shylock a few days ago and it was reported that he would shift his focus to One. An update now is that the muhurat of One happened recently with Joju George, Ranjith, Shankar Ramakrishnan, Salim Kumar, and Ramesh Pisharody attending the event. Reports are that it is a political drama that has Mammootty playing the Chief Minister of Kerala. Vishnu Unnikrishnan, Renji Panicker and Sreenivasan, Joju George and Murali Gopy have been roped in for important roles. The film, directed by Santhosh Viswanath, is bankrolled by Ichais Productions. One is currently in the pre-production mode and will start rolling soon. Further, Mammootty’s Mamangam, directed by noted filmmaker M Padma Kumar, has reached the final stages of post-production. It is a heavy budget...
- 10/24/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
MollywoodAccording to reports, the scriptwriter of the film, Sn Swamy has said that the star suggested some changes to the script and he is working on it.Digital NativeMalayalam mega star Mammootty and the core team of the upcoming film Cbi 5 are meeting regularly to discuss the project. According to latest reports, the scriptwriter of the film, Sn Swamy has said that the star suggested some changes to the script and he is working on it. In an interview to the Times of India, Sn Swamy said, “We had a meeting with Mammootty recently and he has suggested a few changes. One of the highlights of the film will be basket killings. I can’t reveal what it is right now, as it’s a suspense element.” Mammootty currently has a few films in his kitty including Mamangam, Shylock and One. Reports are that the shooting of Cbi 5 will begin...
- 10/22/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film will be penned by Sn Swamy and directed by veteran K Madhu.Digital NativeDigital Native The Malayalam mega star Mammootty recently completed the shooting of Shylock and is getting ready to move over to One, a political film that will have him playing the Chief Minister of Kerala. This film is expected to be wrapped up by early next year. According to reports, Mammootty’s next film may be Cbi 5 of the famous Cbi franchise. The makers of this film are waiting for the mega star’s dates and are intending to begin the shooting early next year. The film will be penned by Sn Swamy and directed by veteran K Madhu. So far, four instalments of the Cbi franchise have been made with K Madhu directing it and Sn Swamy penning the script. Mammootty had played the lead character, an investigative officer, Sethurama Iyer in all the films.
- 10/19/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
Mollywood'Shylock' is directed by Ajai Vasudev, who is teaming up with Mammootty for the third time.Digital NativeDigital Native The shooting of the Mammootty starrer Shylock, which has been in progress for a couple of months, has finally been wrapped up. The shooting was completed recently and the film has gone into the post-production mode. Shylock is directed by Ajai Vasudev, who is teaming up with Mammootty for the third time. The film has Meena playing the lead role with veteran Tamil actor Raj Kiran in an important role. It will mark the debut of Raj Kiran in the Malayalam film industry. Shylock is a bilingual that will be released in Tamil and Malayalam. Touted to be a family entertainer, the film is scripted by debutants, Bibin Mohan and Aneesh Hameed. Joby George is bankrolling the venture under his banner Goodwill Entertainment. Gopi Sundar has been roped in to compose...
- 10/17/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
MollywoodMahima Nambiar and Swasika have been roped in to play the female leads in this flick.Digital NativeDigital Native After Joseph and Mamangam, Director M Padmakumar has announced that his next will be a thriller starring Asif Ali and Suraj Venjaramoodu in the lead roles. Mahima Nambiar and Swasika have been roped in to play the female leads in this flick. The scripting for this film is done by Abhilash Pillai. The technical crew includes Ratheesh Ram for camerawork and Kiran Das for editing duties while Ranjin Raj will be scoring the music. The groundwork for this has begun already and will go on the floors once Padmakumar is done with his current assignments. The Mammootty starrer Mamangam has reached the final stages of post-production. Made on a budget of Rs. 50 crore, the film is a historical based on a medieval fair for the warriors and it is presumed that...
- 10/11/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
MollywoodWhile it was confirmed that Vishnu Unnikrishnan, Renji Panicker and Sreenivasan are a part of the star cast, we now hear that Joju George and Murali Gopy have been roped in for important roles as well.Digital NativeReports confirmed a few days ago that the Malayalam mega star Mammootty will be collaborating with the ace script writers Bobby and Sanjay for his next. Titled One, the film will be a political drama that has Mammootty playing the Chief Minister of Kerala. While it was confirmed that Vishnu Unnikrishnan, Renji Panicker and Sreenivasan are a part of the star cast, we now hear that Joju George and Murali Gopy have been roped in for important roles as well. The film is being bankrolled by Ichais Productions. One is currently in the pre-production mode and will start rolling soon. In the meantime, Mammootty’s Mamangam has reached the final stages of post-production.
- 10/10/2019
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
MollywoodMammootty and director Sathyan Anthikad's last film together was 'Oral Mathram' made in 1997. Digital NativeThe Malayalam mega star Mammootty and ace director Sathyan Anthikad have worked together in several films in the past including Sreedharante Onnam Thirumurivu, Golandhara Vartha, Kalikkalam, Artham and Oral Mathram, which was their last outing together 22 years ago. They are now gearing up to collaborate again for a film and the work is in progress. Iqbal Kuttippuram, the script writer of hit movies Jomonte Suvisheshangal and Oru Indian Pranayakadha, has been roped in to work on the script of this film as well. According to reports, the film will be going on the floors later this year. Mammootty currently has two films – Mamaangam and Shylock – in his kitty. Mamaangam has reached the post-production stage and is likely to hit the marquee later this year. Mamaangam, made on a budget of Rs. 50 crore, is being directed by M Padma Kumar.
- 10/8/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
Mamangam, the magnum opus starring Mammootty recently released its first official trailer. Its a historical drama based on the Malayalam language originally.
As per the look we get to see Mammootty as a child who grows up to be a fierce warrior holding a shield and a sword along with his troops all set to take down his enemies in the battle. The look makes it nostalgic taking back to 17 century where warriors used these kinds of weapons to take defense against the external forces.
As per traditions, Mamangam is a traditional festival in which the warriors challenge the Zamorin rulers (Kings) to overthrow them. The Zamorin, as in the caste system lies just below the Brahmins and is meant to protect their state.
As per the festival, the Kings of different parts of the country would gather at the Bharathapuzha river to fight against each other n order to prove their superiority.
As per the look we get to see Mammootty as a child who grows up to be a fierce warrior holding a shield and a sword along with his troops all set to take down his enemies in the battle. The look makes it nostalgic taking back to 17 century where warriors used these kinds of weapons to take defense against the external forces.
As per traditions, Mamangam is a traditional festival in which the warriors challenge the Zamorin rulers (Kings) to overthrow them. The Zamorin, as in the caste system lies just below the Brahmins and is meant to protect their state.
As per the festival, the Kings of different parts of the country would gather at the Bharathapuzha river to fight against each other n order to prove their superiority.
- 10/4/2019
- GlamSham
MollywoodShankar Ramakrishnan has written the adapted screenplay and dialogues of the film.Tnm StaffIt is Ad 1695 and a voice tells you there is only one spectacle that if you see once, you will never forget. The official teaser of the Mammootty starrer Mamangam begins with a grand introduction. What you see on the screen are grand visuals, thousands of people gathering for a festival at a place entirely lit up in flames. The man who explains the scene says it is the Mamanga Mahamagam. It is a medieval trade festival for warriors. A good part of the one-and-a-half minute teaser shows Unni Mukundan, dressed as a warrior, fighting battles. Only in the end do you see Mammootty. The period film is inspired by truth and stories, the teaser says, and shows the end of a 280-year-old war. "We don't die as slaves. We die as fighters," says a man mentoring Unni Mukundan and a 12-year-old,...
- 9/28/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodUnni Mukundan said that he had dedicated a lot of time to get into the skin of the character, something that he has never done before so far. Digital NativeDigital NativeOn the occasion of Unni Mukundan’s birthday last Sunday, the makers of Mamangam released a new poster featuring him. In the attractive poster, the star is seen kneeling down in deep thoughts with his sword resting on the ground. From the poster it is evident that Unni Mukundan has an important role to play. In an interview to the Times of India, Unni Mukundan revealed about his role thus: “My character Chandroth Panicker, on paper, was a guy who along with the other chaavers live in a war space and hence have a different mindset. The physicality and intensity are very different in Mamangam, considering it is set 400 years ago when life was harsh. Though it’s based on a true story,...
- 9/24/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
MollywoodTo be directed by Vipin, the film will be made in Malayalam and Tamil.Digital NativeDigital NativeMalayalam megastar Mammootty and lady superstar Nayanthara are teaming up for a film to be directed by Vipin. It is a bilingual that will be made in Malayalam and Tamil. Earlier reports suggested that Vijay Sethupathi, who made his Mollywood debut recently, will be playing a pivotal role in this flick. But according to the latest reports, he turned down the offer due to date issues. Sources in the know say that Vijay Antony has bagged the offer and will be joining the sets. The shooting for this yet to be titled film is slated to begin later this year. In the meantime, Mammootty will join the sets of the Santosh Vishwanath directorial titled One next month. Bobby and Sanjay are the scriptwriters for this film and this is the first time that they are teaming up with Mammootty.
- 9/18/2019
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
MollywoodAccording to reports, the lead star in the film will be seen playing the Chief Minister.Digital NativeMalayalam megastar Mammootty will join the sets of his new film with Santosh Vishwanath next month. Bobby and Sanjay are the scriptwriters for this untitled film and this is the first time that they are teaming up with Mammootty. According to reports, the lead star in the film will be seen playing the Chief Minister. While there is still no clarity on the complete cast, we hear that Vishnu Unnikrishnan, Renji Panicker and Sreenivasan have been signed up to play supporting roles. In the meantime, Mammootty is expecting the release of Maamaankam. Made on a budget of Rs 50 crore, Maamaankam is being directed by M Padmkumar. The film is a historical based on a medieval fair for the warriors and it is presumed that Unni Mukundan will be playing a warrior in it as well.
- 9/14/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe teaser has a narration of the story that revolves around a trade festival for warriors.Tnm StaffA rising sun, rich background music, warriors fighting, and a story told by a narrator form the official graphic teaser of Mammootty's magnum opus Mamangam. The video was released on September 10. "Once upon a time in Malabar, when millions flocked to the biggest trade festival," begins the narration. You see a festival going on, celebrations going on, percussion and rituals, before the music changes and a king is shown sitting on a throne that the narrator calls one of 'bloodshed'. Warriors came from all over and 'battled for honour and sacrificed their lives', the narrator says. A boy warrior rises above all to fight and you see Unni Mukundan (perhaps the adult version of the boy) fight off many with his sword. It is only at the end that you see the graphic picture of Mammootty,...
- 9/11/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodIt was recently revealed that the film will release in multiple languages including Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu and Hindi.Digital NativeThe magnum opus Mamangam, with Mammootty in the lead, is one of the most expensive films being made in the Malayalam film industry. The makers would be releasing the first look teaser of the film on September 7, which is also the star’s birthday. Mamangam is a historical drama that revolves around the life of the warriors known as Chaaverukal, who plot against the Zamorin ruler to overthrow them. The film is based on the Mamangam festival celebrated during the 17th century, in which warriors from different parts of the country would arrive on the banks of the Bharathapuzha to fight against each other to prove their superiority. It was recently revealed that the film will release in multiple languages. The film is being made in Malayalam and will be released in Tamil,...
- 9/4/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe star had shared a video and light-heartedly posted about a youngster faking an injury just as footballer Neymar had done during the Football World Cup last year.Digital NativeA video that Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan had shared on social media recently created a lot of controversy, following which he has edited the post. The video featured him playing football with a bunch of kids and he had light-heartedly posted about one of the youngsters scoring a goal and faking an injury just as acclaimed footballer Neymar had done during the Football World Cup last year. The Brazilian footballer became a hot favourite of meme creators, however his fans were deeply saddened by Unni Mukundan’s idea of a joke. Following this, the star edited the post and wrote, “Extremely saddened by the fact that a football post shared with you … has hurt the sentiments of fans and lovers of this highly talented footballer Neymar!
- 8/23/2019
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
Satisfying the curiosity of the audience, makers of?Mamangam?finally released the second poster of this big-budget historical drama ? unveiling Prachi Tehlan?s look in the movie. The poster was released by Mammootty (who is playing the lead opposite Tehlan) on his social media accounts and was then shared by the actress.
With a budget of whopping 45 crores, the movie is touted to be one of the most expensive Malayalam films ever made. It revolves around the story of a warrior who plans to fight the Zamorin rulers and defeats him. Set against the backdrop of the popular Mamankam festival, the movie is sure to take you back to the 18th century.
With the movie, Prachi Tehlan will make her much-awaited Malayalam debut, and her fans can?t keep calm. It won?t be for the first time that the audience will see her performing fight sequences, but this was...
With a budget of whopping 45 crores, the movie is touted to be one of the most expensive Malayalam films ever made. It revolves around the story of a warrior who plans to fight the Zamorin rulers and defeats him. Set against the backdrop of the popular Mamankam festival, the movie is sure to take you back to the 18th century.
With the movie, Prachi Tehlan will make her much-awaited Malayalam debut, and her fans can?t keep calm. It won?t be for the first time that the audience will see her performing fight sequences, but this was...
- 7/29/2019
- GlamSham
An actor?s life is very much like the clay that is molded as and when needed. Every project (film/show) demands them to act and look in a certain way ? for which immense effort is required.
After Aamir Khan in Dangal and Salman Khan in Sultan, it is our television star Prachi Tehlan who is making news for her looks in the upcoming big-budget Malayalam movie Mamangam. The actress had to put on weight for her character and is now once again working hard to get back in shape. ?Yes, I was required to gain weight for Mamangam and after the shoot got over, I started reducing it. I am on a strict diet plan and doing gym for at least two hours a day, as a result of which I have already lost 8 kgs in the last 2 months.?
But is Prachi Tehlan losing weight for any upcoming movie?...
After Aamir Khan in Dangal and Salman Khan in Sultan, it is our television star Prachi Tehlan who is making news for her looks in the upcoming big-budget Malayalam movie Mamangam. The actress had to put on weight for her character and is now once again working hard to get back in shape. ?Yes, I was required to gain weight for Mamangam and after the shoot got over, I started reducing it. I am on a strict diet plan and doing gym for at least two hours a day, as a result of which I have already lost 8 kgs in the last 2 months.?
But is Prachi Tehlan losing weight for any upcoming movie?...
- 7/24/2019
- GlamSham
Mollywood‘Maamankam’, a historical made on a budget of Rs 50 crore, is one of the most expensive films being made in Malayalam.Digital NativeMaamankam, a Malayalam historical film with Mammootty in the lead, has been compared to the Telugu magnum opus Baahubali on various platforms. Reacting to the comparisions, Mammootty in an interview to Times Now said, “Baahubali scale we cannot touch...but visually we are trying. Because we have erected a big set. It has to be one of a kind in South. Also, we don't depend more on VFX. Maybe 10-15 percent of the film but not more than that. It's original set erected, no painting, no green mat, no blue mat. It's all real and that will bring more reality to the story and make it look more realistic.” The magnum opus Maamankam is one of the most expensive films being made in the Malayalam film industry.
- 6/17/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film has four heroines - Prachi Desai, Prachi Tehlan, Malavika Menon and Abhirami V Iyer.Digital NativeMammootty starrer Maamaankam will release in multiple languages, say sources. The film is being made in Malayalam and will be released in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi languages, say a Times of India report. While it was said that Mammootty will be playing a warrior in this historical, sources in the know say that he will be appearing in different get-ups. Made on a budget of Rs 50 crore, Maamaankam began its production with debut director Sajeev Pillai wielding the megaphone. But due to creative differences with the producer, noted filmmaker M Padma Kumar was brought in to replace the filmmaker. The film has four heroines - Prachi Desai, Prachi Tehlan, Malavika Menon and Abhirami V Iyer in the cast and those playing supporting roles in it would be Unni Mukundan, Neeraj Madhav, Sunil Sukhada,...
- 6/11/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Mamangam, the magnum opus starring Mammootty recently released its first look. Its a historical drama based in the Malayalam language.?
As per the look we get to see Mammootty as a warrior holding a shield and a sword along with his troops. The look makes it nostalgic taking back to 17 century where warriors used these kinds?of weapons to take defense against the external forces.?
As per traditions, Mamangam is a traditional festival in which the warriors challenge the Zamorin rulers (Kings) to overthrow them. The Zamorin, as in the caste system lies just below the Brahmins and are meant to protect their state.
As per the festival, the Kings of different parts of the country would gather at Bharathapuzha river to fight against each other n order to prove their superiority.
The movie will cast Mammootty, Prachi Tehlan, Unni Mukundan, Prachi Desai, Malavika Menon. The movie is directed by...
As per the look we get to see Mammootty as a warrior holding a shield and a sword along with his troops. The look makes it nostalgic taking back to 17 century where warriors used these kinds?of weapons to take defense against the external forces.?
As per traditions, Mamangam is a traditional festival in which the warriors challenge the Zamorin rulers (Kings) to overthrow them. The Zamorin, as in the caste system lies just below the Brahmins and are meant to protect their state.
As per the festival, the Kings of different parts of the country would gather at Bharathapuzha river to fight against each other n order to prove their superiority.
The movie will cast Mammootty, Prachi Tehlan, Unni Mukundan, Prachi Desai, Malavika Menon. The movie is directed by...
- 6/8/2019
- GlamSham
MollywoodThe film, a political one, is written by the scriptwriter duo Bobby and Sanjay.Digital NativePopular scriptwriters Bobby and Sanjay are working on a project that will have Malayalam megastar Mammootty in the lead, according to Onlookers Media. Touted to be a political film, it will have Mammootty playing the Chief Minister of Kerala. Santhosh Viswanath of Chirakodinka Kinavukal fame has been roped in to wield the megaphone for this venture. Reports are that this film has been titled One. While there is still no clarity on the rest of the cast, we hear that Vishnu Unnikrishnan, Renji Panicker and Sreenivasan have been signed up to play supporting roles. Bobby and Sanjay’s last script was for Uyare, the Parvathy starrer that portrayed her in the role of an acid attack survivor. The film and the script have been much appreciated. The scriptwriter duo, who have been behind most of...
- 5/22/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is a historical based on a medieval fair for the warriors known as Chaaverukal, who plotted against the Zamorin rulers to overthrow them.Digital NativeIt was announced a few days ago that for the final schedule of Maamaankam, the team will be erecting grand sets on 18 acres of land and that about 200 junior artistes would be engaged. The latest is that the sets have been erected in Nettoor and the shooting is on. Thorough research has been done for the climax portions, say sources. The previous schedules have been shot in different locations such as Kannur, Ernakulam, Ottappalam, Vagamon and Athirapally. Made on a budget of Rs 50 crore, Maamaankam began its production with debut director Sajeev Pillai wielding the megaphone. But due to creative differences with the producers, noted filmmaker Padma Kumar was brought in by the filmmakers while to replace Sajeev Pillai. The film is a historical...
- 5/18/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe historical film had begun its production with debut direct Sajeev Pillai who was later replaced following creative differences with the producer. Digital NativeThe final schedule of the Mammootty starrer Maamaankam is currently on. According to the latest update about this film, we hear that extravagant sets have been erected on a location spanning over 18 acres of land for this schedule. Earlier, Maamaankam was shot in different locations such as Kannur, Ernakulam, Ottappalam, Vagamon and Athirapally. Reports are that the final schedule will span over two months and nearly 2000 junior artistes will be brought in. Made on a budget of Rs 50 crore, Maamaankam began its production with debut director Sajeev Pillai wielding the megaphone. But due to creative differences with the producer, noted filmmaker Padma Kumar was brought to replace Sajeev. Read: ‘Maamaankam’ controversy: Ousted Malayalam director Sajeev Pillai explains his side The film is a historical based on a...
- 5/12/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe team is currently stationed in Athirapally where the temperature is soaring high every day.Digital NativeThe sweltering heat across the country due to the rising temperature is having an impact on the film industry as well. Reports are that the shooting time of the upcoming Malayalam film Maamaankam had to be rescheduled due to this. Usually the shooting begins in the morning and goes on till evening but now the timing has been changed to 4 to 6 pm. The team is currently stationed in Athirapally where the temperature is soaring high every day. Scenes involving Mammootty, Unni Mukundan and Manikandan are being canned right now. Made on a budget of Rs 50 crore, the film began its production with debut director Sajeev Pillai wielding the megaphone. But due to creative differences with the producer Venu Kunnapilly, noted filmmaker Padma Kumar was brought in to replace Sajeev. The problems between Sajeev and...
- 4/12/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
The shoot of ?Mamankam? starring superstar Mammootty and Prachi Tehlan in lead, which was stopped midway due to production issues, has finally resumed, confirmed Prachi Tehlan.?
Clearing all the air around Mamankam and talking about resumption of the shoot, Prachi said, ?We started shooting in February after the second-last schedule of my Telugu film got over. It was a fight sequence where I worked with Master Thiagarajan, who is considered to be one of the biggest action masters from Chennai. As per discussion, we will be working continuously till May to wrap up the film.? mentioned Prachi.
Tehlan, who is visibly happy, shared her experience of shooting the fight sequences. ?I had to do a summersault in the air as a result of which I was injured badly. My foot was bleeding, with bruises on my body, but the satisfaction of performing my stunts by myself (without the help of body double) was amazing.
Clearing all the air around Mamankam and talking about resumption of the shoot, Prachi said, ?We started shooting in February after the second-last schedule of my Telugu film got over. It was a fight sequence where I worked with Master Thiagarajan, who is considered to be one of the biggest action masters from Chennai. As per discussion, we will be working continuously till May to wrap up the film.? mentioned Prachi.
Tehlan, who is visibly happy, shared her experience of shooting the fight sequences. ?I had to do a summersault in the air as a result of which I was injured badly. My foot was bleeding, with bruises on my body, but the satisfaction of performing my stunts by myself (without the help of body double) was amazing.
- 3/7/2019
- GlamSham
MollywoodThe film had earlier run into controversies over ego clashes between some of the actors and the director.Digital NativeOscar award winning sound engineer Resul Pookutty feels that it is a shame if the news concerning the film Mamaankam are to be believed. He tweeted: “If the news on #Mamankam film is to be believed, it’s a shame on the creative community of #MalayalamCinema It was one of the best scripts I had read in 2018, it had all the possibility of breaking out Malayalam Cinema in the international space, sad to see it ended up like this.” The progress of the movie, with Mammootty in the lead, has been slow for various reasons. There were controversies over ego clashes between some of the actors and the director and other rumors but all that has been set aside with the team resuming the shooting. It may be noted here that...
- 1/31/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodDirector Sajeev Pillai talks about bringing in filmmaker M Padmakumar to assist with the film, and the replacement of actor Dhruvan.Digital NativeThere have been various reports about the progress of Maamaankam. Actor Dhruvan is no longer part of the film and the shooting is believed to have stalled for several months. Reports that there were ego clashes between the debut director Sajeev Pillai and the production house have been put to rest with the director clarifying in an interview to the Times of India that, “Nobody can argue that the project is not up to the mark. Exclude me, the film has nationally-acclaimed technicians and Mammootty, one of the top artistes in the country. So, there is no reason that the film has faltered in any way.” On filmmaker M Padmakumar being brought into the project to assist with the direction, Sajeev Pillai said, “It’s a big project...
- 1/7/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is a historical based on a medieval fair for warriors and it is presumed that Unni Mukundan will be playing a warrior in it as well.Digital NativeThe shooting of the Mammootty starrer Maamaankam recommenced recently after a break. While the film has the mega star Mammootty playing the lead role, it also has Unni Mukundan in a pivotal role. The young actor confirmed the news on Facebook, posting that he would be joining the sets of Maamaankam. The film is a historical based on a medieval fair for warriors and it is presumed that Unni Mukundan will be playing a warrior in it as well. The film has four female leads - Prachi Desai, Prachi Tehlan, Malavika Menon and Abhirami V Iyer in the cast and those playing supporting roles include Unni Mukundan, Neeraj Madhav, Sunil Sukhada, Meghanathan and Sohan Seenulal. Sajeev Pillai is donning the director...
- 1/4/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodDirected by debutant Sajeev Pillai, the film is based on the Maamaankam festival that was celebrated during the 17th century.Digital NativeThe magnum opus Maamaankam starring mega star Mammootty in the lead role went on the floors several months ago and a few schedules had been completed. However, the film suffered a major setback with the Kerala floods that ravaged the state a few months ago. With all the issues, including those pertaining to the cast, resolved now, the shooting of this film is set to resume. There is an official confirmation that the filming will begin from January end and the team is preparing for it. Debutant Sajeev Pillai is donning the director’s robes for this flick with Ganesh Rajavelu aka Jim Ganesh wielding the camera, M Jayachandran scoring the music, Sreekar Prasad in charge of the editing and Kecha Khamphakdee choreographing the stunts. The film is being...
- 1/3/2019
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
MollywoodPrachi Tehlan will reportedly be playing the lead.Digital NativeDigital NativeRight from the time Mammootty’s new project Mamankam was announced, there was enough speculation about who would play the woman lead in it. Well, the suspense has now been broken with an official statement revealing the name. In a press statement released to Ians, Prachi Tehlan, who made her acting debut with the TV show Diya Aur Baati Hum, has stated, “Yes, I am doing a film with Mammootty sir. It's the biggest Malayalam film ever being made. The shoot has started. I can't reveal much about the film but it's a wonderful experience to be a part of such a big project and my first in south.” Directed by Sajeev Pillai, Mamankam is a high budget film that is set in a different era. Mamankam is a festival that was held in the 17th century Ad. At this fest, warriors from different parts of the Malabar region would come together for a combat at the Bharathapuzha in Tirunavaya. In the movie, Mammootty will be seen playing a valiant warrior. According to reports, the film will be high on VFX and top notch CG experts will be roped in for it. Kamal Kannan, who had worked with the hit film Baahubali, will be in charge of the CG and he had reportedly said in an interview to The Times of India, “The challenge in the film is to meld the graphics with the original visuals so that the audience cannot distinguish between the two.” The film’s director Sajeev Pillai, an erstwhile associate of Adoor Gopalakrishnan, has done extensive research on this project. To be made on a budget of Rs. 30 crores, the film is expected to hit the silver screens next year. (Content provided by Digital Native) Also read: Distribution rights of Nagarjuna-rgv film 'Officer' sold out...
- 5/24/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
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