Malayalam cop drama 'Night Patrol' to star Dileesh Pothan, Roshan Mathew
Shahi Kabir is the writer and director of the film.
Kabir said, "I'm thrilled to collaborate with Junglee Pictures, a studio with a strong track record of backing high-concept, rooted films, as they embark on their first venture into Malayalam cinema. Partnering with Festival Cinemas has been equally rewarding, and working with my mentor, Dileesh Pothan, and Roshan Mathew has been a truly exciting experience."
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