‘Udumbanchola Vision,' starring Mathew Thomas and Sreenath Bhasi, due for release in June
The audio launch of Udumbanchola Vision, starring Mathew Thomas and Sreenath Bhasi, was held in Kochi earlier this week. Directed by debutant Salaam Bukhari, an erstwhile associate of producer-director Anwar Rasheed, the film is set to release in theatres in June.
The makers unveiled the first single, titled 'Jodi No. 1,' at the event. With music scored by Gopi Sundar, the song has vocals by Dabzee and lyrics written by Vinayak Sasikumar.
Udumbanchola Vision also features Dileesh Pothan, Ashokan, Babu Antony, Sudev Nair, Shaheen Siddique, Srindaa, Neena Kurup, Wafa Khadeeja, among others. The film has created curiosity among the audiences, especially thanks to its unique first look picture, which features a fox dressed in a blazer sitting in what looks like a corporate setting.
Written by Alan Rodney, the film has cinematography by Vishnu Thandassery and editing by Vivek Harshan. Ashar Ameer, Riaz K Mohammed, and Bukhari produce the film.
Here's the first look poster of Udumbanchola Vision:
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