Jakes Bejoy decodes 'Thudarum' soundscape
Audiences and critics can't stop talking about the soundscape of
Thudarum
, Mohanlal's latest blockbuster now playing to packed cinemas across Kerala.
With powerful performances from Mohanlal, Prakash Varma, and Binu Pappu, a gripping screenplay, and stirring music,
Thudarum
is more than just a film – it's an experience. The music, composed by the talented Jakes Bejoy, adds emotional depth and power to every scene.
Jakes, who also scored
Identity
and
Officer On Duty
this year, recently gave fans a behind-the-scenes look into the sound design of
Thudarum
.
In a post featuring a collage of the lead actors alongside an elephant, a king cobra and a wolf, he revealed hidden musical symbols in the characters. 'Listen closely for metaphorical cues in the sound,' he wrote. 'The kombu and chenda represent Mohanlal's character, nagapattu and dissonant violin motifs echo through George's role, and a wolf's howl reflects Benny, played by Binu Pappu.'
He also described the haunting folk track
Pemari
and other vocals as 'the cry of the mother forest herself' – tying beautifully into the film's raw and earthy themes.
Jakes and director Tharun Moorthy had earlier worked together on
Operation Java
, and their bond clearly remains strong. Tharun replied to Jakes' post, calling him 'the companion'.
Excitement continues to build as the much-awaited promo song
Kondattam
, sung by MG Sreekumar, is set to release soon. The singer has promised it will stir the same thrill as
Velmuruga Haro Hara
from
Naran
.
Thudarum
has already broken box office records and is on track to become Mohanlal's second Rs 100 crore hit this year, following
Empuraan
. The film, co-written by KR Sunil and Tharun, follows a former stuntman turned taxi driver whose quiet life is thrown into chaos after his beloved taxi is taken away unfairly.
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