
Unni Mukundan surprises fans at FDFS of Mohanlal-Shobana's ‘Thudarum'
Mohanlal
and
Shobana
's highly anticipated
Malayalam film
'
Thudarum
' finally hit the big screens.
Unni Mukundan
watches FDFS
Fans lined up early in the morning for the coveted First Day, First Show (FDFS), turning the screening into a festive occasion. Amidst the cheer and excitement, actor Unni Mukundan's surprise presence at one of the theatres added to the thrill of the event.
Thudarum - Official Teaser
Unni Mukundan arrived at a popular multiplex to show his support for 'Thudarum', joining fans to experience the film's opening moments live. A photo of Unni Mukundan posing for selfies with enthusiastic fans is now making the rounds on social media.
Netizens react
Netizens are showering love for Unni Mukundan as one comment read, 'Fan boy is here.' Another comment read, 'Unni Mukundan is the biggest fan boy of Lalettan.' Another Tweet read, 'Love you Unni.'
Unni Mukundan has teamed up with Mohanlal for several films including 'Janatha Garage', '12th Man', 'Bro Daddy'. Earlier, during Mohanlal's birthday, the 'Marco' actor shared an Instagram note that read, 'Happy Birthday Lalettan! And congratulations on the success of #12thMan ! It was an honour to perform and share screen with you. An a matter of absolute pride to see you perform up close. I realised how important it is for an actor to be surrounded and supported by even better actors. Thank u for the opportunity. You showed me How not to let SuperStardom get into my head. An undisputed SuperStar of your nature displayed the attitude, innocence and obedience of a newcomer on the sets. Thank you the staying awake and wishing me on my bday. That moment and gesture will stay with me forever. Thank you for making every person on the sets feel like you are his/her best friend. Thank you for the laughters. Thank you for the good times. Thank you for the memories. Just in case you feel there's more to achieve in this lifetime, I wish you attain utmost supremacy to that, for none, deserves it Like you do. Eagerly waiting to witness the directorial debut. Good luck, etta ! L for Lal, L for love @mohanlal'
'Thudarum', directed by Operation Java filmmaker Tharun Moorthy, marks a powerful collaboration with screenwriter K. R. Sunil. The film features a stellar ensemble with Mohanlal and Shobana reuniting after years, delivering performances that fans had been eagerly waiting for.
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