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Pink Villa
20 hours ago
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- Pink Villa
After Alia Bhatt, Trisha Krishnan wants to work with Fahadh Faasil: ‘No matter what…'
Fahadh Faasil is undoubtedly one of the most sought-after actors in Indian cinema, and now it seems Trisha Krishnan wants to work with the actor as well. In a recent appearance for Thug Life promotions, the actress talked about the actor and considers Aavesham to be her favorite film in recent times. In her words, when asked about which Malayalam actor she would like to work with, the actress said, 'Without any doubt, I would say Fahadh Faasil. My wish is to act alongside him. It doesn't matter what kind of genre the film would be, he would do an exceptional work.' 'Aavesham is one of my favorite films, and no matter what kind of genre, I would like to work with him,' the Leo actress added. Interestingly, in recent times, Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt had also made a similar statement during her Cannes appearance. Talking about the immense talents in Indian cinema, the Jigraa actress said, 'Fahadh Faasil is an actor I truly admire. He is an exceptional performer. Aavesham is one of my favorite movies, and I would definitely be interested in working with him someday.' Moreover, the actress also credited herself for being fortunate enough to work with Roshan Mathew in Darlings. The actress highlighted how he is a brilliant actor and, after making strides in Malayalam cinema, he is making waves in Hindi as well. Coming to Trisha Krishnan 's work front, the actress is soon set to appear in the lead role for the movie Thug Life, directed by Mani Ratnam. The gangster actioner with Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan TR in leading roles features the tale of Rangaraya Sakthivel Naicker, a Yakuza-like gangster who once adopted a young kid called Amaran from Mumbai. Raising him as his own, Sakthivel is presumed dead by many, with suspicions leading to his foster son. Now, returning from his grave with vengeance in his mind, the movie develops into a battle of death between them. Aside from the mentioned actors, the movie has Joju George, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Abhirami, Ashok Selvan, and more in key roles. On the other hand, Fahadh Faasil has recently wrapped up the shoot for his movie Odum Kuthira Chadum Kuthira, a comedy entertainer with director Althaf Salim. The actor also has films like Maareesan and Mammootty-led multistarrer tentatively titled, MMMN, in the lineup.
Buzz Feed
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
13 Must-Watch Malayalam Movies On OTT
Of late, Malayalam films have been slaying at the Box Office, from Aavesham to Manjummel Boys surpassing Hindi films by a mile. But there's one hill I'm willing to die on: no one does thrillers better than Malayalam cinema. From psychological thrillers to survival thrillers and straight up horror, there's a barrage of films from the past few years that prove just how brilliant Malayalam films are. If you're new to the regional wave, let me take you in: here are some mind-blowing Malayalam thrillers and horrors you need to watch, like, yesterday: Thudarum (2025) Where to watch: JioHotstarAfter its recent massive success in the theatres, this Mohanlal and Shobana starrer has proven yet again the potential of Malayalam cinema. The story: a taxi driver's life takes a dramatic turn when his beloved Ambassador car is seized under mysterious circumstances, which leads to a quest for justice that will make you sit at the edge of your seat the entire time. If thrillers are your jam, don't skip this one. Kishkindha Kaandam (2024) Where to watch: JioHotstarIdk what to tell you, but Malayalam cinema does thrillers really well. With mighty critical acclaim for its production, Kishkindha Kaandam is a gripping story around a monkey-inhabited village, where disturbances prompt a newly-wed couple to investigate its root cause. Watch if you're into well-crafted mystery thrillers. Sookshmadarshini (2024) Where to watch: JioHotstarStarring the effervescent Nazriya Nazim, Sookshmadarshini is the story of a curious homemaker who suspects that her new neighbour is more private than normal. Her gut feeling gets the best of her—which spirals into a suspenseful game of cat and mouse. Rekhachithram (2024) Where to watch: SonyLIVAfter a suspension due to a gambling scandal, Inspector Vivek Gopinath returns to duty, seeking redemption by unraveling a 40-year-old murder case involving a faceless victim. His investigation leads him into the Malayalam film industry's past, uncovering secrets that intertwine cinema and crime. Bramagyugam (2024) Where to watch: SonyLIVMade entirely in black-and-white, this Mammooty starrer is a nod to Kerala's folklore. The story revolves around a runaway folk singer in 17th-century Malabar, who stumbles upon a haunted mansion. From there on, a game of deception and dark magic takes place. Watch for its beautiful cinematography, production design, and, of course, one of the best stars Malayalam cinema has to offer. Did the poster scare you? Yeah, you should definitely watch this one. Romancham (2023) Where to watch: JioHotstarSet in 2007 Bengaluru, 7 carefree bachelors experiment with a Ouija board, and end up inviting a spirit into their lives—leading to a series of hilarious and spooky events that test their friendship and sanity. Watching Soubin Shahir doing what he does best has never been a bad idea. Bhoothakaalam (2022) Where to watch: Amazon Prime VideoWith power-packed performances by Revathy and Shane Nigam, Bhoothakalaam is a fantastic horror film. The story: a grieving mother and her troubled son begin to experience terrifying events in their old house—blurring the line between mental illness and something far more sinister. Joji (2021) Where to watch: Amazon Prime VideoIf you're interested in renditions of Shakespeare's works, Joji is the film to watch. Inspired by Macbeth, Joji reolves around a man belonging to a wealthy family who sees a shot at power, and plots a twisted plan to get there. The story unfolds into a dark, witty tale of ambition and guilt. And need I say, Fahadh Faasil? Nayattu (2021) Where to watch: NetflixStarring three of the finest actors in Malayalam cinema, Nayattu is a story of 3 police officers who become fugitives after an accident entangles them in a political mess, forcing them to confront the system they are part of. Trance (2020) Where to watch: Prime VideoA psychological thriller featuring the GOAT Fahadh Faasil, Trance revolves around a struggling motivational speaker who gets taken under the wing of corporate masterminds and turned into a flamboyant pastor. The film explores mental health, religious exploitation, and the commercialization of spirituality. Watch it specifically for the brilliance that is Fahadh Faasil's performance. Moothon (2019) Where to watch: Zee5This film is heartbreak in a package. The story: A young boy from Lakshadweep embarks on a journey to Mumbai in search of his missing elder brother, and ends up in confronting the harsh realities of the city's underworld. Starring the ever-so-flawless Nivin Pauly in arguably his best avatar, this film is beautiful, tragic, and well-made. Not to mention: it premiered at prestigious film festivals around the world, and brought back SEVERAL accolades. Jalikattu (2019) Where to watch: NetflixMalayalam cinema cannot get better than this. The story: when a buffalo escapes from a slaughterhouse in a remote Kerala village, the hunt by the townspeople spirals into chaos, revealing the primal instincts lurking beneath their otherwise civilized upbringing. Special Mention: Manjummel Boys (2024) Where to watch: JioHotstarOne of the most successful films of 2024, missing this film is not an option. The story revolves around a group of friends who embark on a vacation to Kodaikanal, where an impromptu visit to the infamous Guna Caves turns into a nightmare when one of them falls into a pit. All you thriller and horror fans—you're absolutely welcome. There's no going back now!
Pink Villa
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Basil Joseph EXCLUSIVE Interview: 'It is always good to be alongside Tovino Thomas'
Basil Joseph was recently seen in the movie Ponman, which was released on January 30, 2025, and is running successfully in theaters. In an exclusive interview with Pinkvilla, the actor-director spilled the details about his movie, upcoming projects, and strong friendship with Minnal Murali's Tovino Thomas. Basil Joseph Interview 1. The trailer of Ponman depicted a tale of dowry, which is a tumultuous subject even today in our society, but used a narrative of humor to present it. How did such a story materialize, and how did you get involved in it? Ans. Yeah. It's like a different point of view that's the most exciting thing about Ponman. You know, when you talk about dowry and its problems, you'll always end up with the clichéd, melodramatic version of a point of view from the women, the victims… the women who were affected by the dowry. Dowry is something, you know; it's like a business when a girl is about to get married. It's not just about the girl who is going to be affected by this thing. It's about the girl's brother, the girl's father, and the girl's mother, who have to struggle their way out to get money for the girl to get married and get the money for the dowry. Even parents plan their careers and their lives when the girl child is born, depending on how to get her married and how to get financial support for that. So they even plan their financial plans according to that. So it's kind of a thing, which is like a system that has been brought into it. But the best thing about the writing of this film is its point of view through the male victims, male victims rather than the tears of a woman. So, the male point of view eventually finds fighting ways to get hold of this gold, which is associated with the dowry of this woman. Also, we switch to women's perspectives at some points, but certainly not this is like the antagonist and the protagonist are both men in the film fighting for the dowry and in a very David versus Goliath template. 2. As we can see, you are co-starring with Aavesham's Sajin Gopu, who was amazing as Ambaan with Fahadh Faasil. This is your second appearance with him after Jan-E-Man. How has it been working with him? Ans. Yeah. It's very exciting for me as well. We actually had our first roles in Jan-E-Man. I am so excited to see his growth as an actor, also. He played that very different role in Avesham, playing Amban, which is a cult, popular character, a very humorous character. So completely contrasting to what he had done in Jan-E-Man. Coming to Ponman, we cannot see anything like the traits of Amban from Avesham in this film. So he's completely in a different zone. If Amban was a very comedic character, this guy is the villain, a domestic abusive character, played by Sajin. He's like a good friend of mine also. 3. We all know that you and Tovino are such good friends, especially with your online banters and funny situations of missing handshakes. How is the actor as a producer as you're working on the film Marana Mass under his production? Ans. Yeah. He's not a producer who's always on the set and saying things. He's just someone, you know, who just enjoys the process. That's it. We don't come to set up to call often or anything. His brother and friends are taking care of the production, but he's always a chill guy, always has been and always is, actually. We have a good vibe every time we come together on-screen, off-screen, whenever it is. So even the 'handshake' universe, which is happening, is something that is part of pop culture right now. People are always looking for us missing handshakes and everything. I mean, it's so nice to see all these things. It's always good to be alongside Tovino every time. So I'm also happy about his success. We all started together in the film. Godha was kind of his first role as a heroic character, which was directed by me. So we started from the roots. That's the kind of relationship we have, a very rooted relationship, not a relationship with an actor or director after being so successful or anything. So, yeah, we started together. So that's where the warmth of that relationship is. Whenever we go and wherever we go, we interact. We see ourselves as those kids who see big stars and big films for the first time every single time we go out, or to functions, or anything. So we have that excitement and curiosity within ourselves. We have little kids inside us, we believe. So that's what matches every single time. I'm always happy with this company and what is happening around me, and I'm so happy to be a part of this production as an actor also. For this film, I'm looking forward to that film. And so it's directed by one of my associate directors, Sivaprasad. He was part of Minnal Murali in the direction team. So it's his debut film as well. So it's a very personal, close-to-heart film. 4. Talking about Tovino, the Minnal Murali universe is expanding with the producers making the movie Detective Ujjwalan. Are you involved in any future upcoming projects of the same universe and what about rumors regarding working with Mohanlal and Mammootty? Ans. Nothing is official, or anything about it yet. And like, being a director, I cannot talk about any of my future films or anything at this moment. I just… I'm just waiting for the official announcements and everything. So I'm just keeping it on hold. So as an actor, it's Marana Mass coming up next. Also, there is nothing announced on working with Mohanlal or Mammootty sir. It's just these rumors happening on social media every single time that Twitter, you know, so many things happen with names associated with it. So, I cannot confirm or deny anything. It's just that whenever there is a confirmation, there will be an announcement, for sure, an official announcement. There isn't anything like that at this moment, which I can reveal right now. But as an actor, it's Marana Mass coming up in April. 5. As an actor, you have a consistent record of churning out hits. Be it whatever genre of film, people enjoy seeing you act. How would you describe this streak of success, and does it make you worry about your upcoming releases? Ans. I am so happy to have that space of a successful actor, a very bankable actor. People call it different names for that. So happy and see the love of people. It's always representing the common man's lovable boy-next-door role. So people see me personally as one of them in houses, or mothers see me as their own son. So, like a boy-next-door kind of a sweet. It's a very, you know, very subtle space as an actor, as a human being, to be loved so much by other people. I am happy to be in that position. So lucky to be in that position. It's not something you get every day for everyone. So it's a very rare thing that will happen in someone's life. I'm so glad to be in that position. I'm so grateful to be in that position. I do have that pressure on me to choose a film from now on to maintain that consistency, to maintain that minimum guarantee. It's always there. But it's all about, but you don't have to worry too much about the numbers or anything like that. It's all about this film, the character, how exciting it is for you, how exciting the film is for you, how entertaining the film is, or how relevant the film is. It's not about how I have been planning to choose my films until now. So I don't have plans to change, depending on the success or anything.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Not Fahadh Faasil, this actor was the first choice to play Bhanwar Singh Shekawat in Allu Arjun's Pushpa
Sukumar took five years to make the Pushpa films—Pushpa: The Rise (2021) and Pushpa 2: The Rule (2025). The characters played by Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil are so deeply embedded that it's hard to imagine anyone else in their place now. However, in an interview with M9 News, Nara Rohith claimed that he was the first choice for the role of Bhanwar Singh Shekawat. (Also Read: Alia Bhatt would love to work with Fahadh Faasil after Roshan Mathew: 'He was unreal in Aavesham') When asked if it's true that he was approached for Fahadh's role in Pushpa, Rohith confirmed it and said, 'I posted some pictures with a moustache during the Covid-19 pandemic. Ravi (Shankar) garu spoke to me first, as did Sukumar garu. Then the span of the film changed, and they wanted Fahadh. But initially, they did speak to me.' Rohith reveals that while he was interested in the role, he doesn't know if he could've played Bhanwar as well as Fahadh did. He said, 'I don't know if I could've played the character like he did. Maybe, if I were on that set, I could've vibed and done it. But after seeing Fahadh, I was like, okay. That was terrific, actually.' In the Pushpa films, Bhanwar plays Arjun's titular character's arch nemesis, a police officer who is casteist and wants to bring down the red sanders smuggling ring at any cost. Fahadh himself, though, didn't seem that impressed by the role when he told Film Companion in 2024, 'I don't think Pushpa did anything for me. I told Sukumar Sir that. I don't have to hide it. I have to be honest.' Rohith took a break from acting after the 2018 film Veera Bhoga Vasantha Rayalu. The film tanked at the box office and was a massive failure. In 2024, he made a comeback with Prathinidhi 2. The same year, he got engaged to his co-star from the film, Siree Lella. He will soon star in Sundarakanda and Bhairavam.
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Tourist Family OTT Release: When and where to watch comedy-drama as it grosses close to Rs 60 crore in theaters
Tourist Family starring Sasikumar and Simran in lead roles hit the theaters in India on April 29, 2025. After a tremendous run at the box office, grossing approximately Rs 60 crore at the box office, the film is set to make its OTT debut soon. When and where to watch Tourist Family Tourist Family has been officially announced to hit the OTT platform JioHotstar, beginning its streaming on June 2, 2025. The official announcement of the same was made by the platform via its social media handle. Sharing the news, the post was captioned, 'Mark your date to welcome the most loved family on June 2nd. #TouristFamily streaming from June 2 on #JioHotstar.' JioHotstar announces Tourist Family's OTT release Official trailer and plot of Tourist Family Tourist Family follows the story of a family of 4, including Dharmadas, his wife Vasanthi, and their two sons - Nithushan and Mulli. Owing to the economic crisis in Sri Lanka, the family moves to India, seeking refuge at Vasanthi's brother Prakash. With all of them together, the family decides to keep their identity as Sri Lankans a secret and pass themselves off as Malayalees. Over time, the family, despite being advised to keep a low profile, develops a healthy relationship with the neighbors and more. With a likely conflict coming their way, the entire movie features a narrative of comedy packed with feel-good moments. Cast and crew of Tourist Family Tourist Family features M Sasikumar and Simran in lead roles alongside Aavesham fame Mithun Jai Sankar and master Kamalesh Jagan playing co-leads. Apart from them, the movie has an ensemble cast of actors like Yogi Babu, MS Bhaskar, Ramesh Thilak, Bagavathi Perumal, Elango Kumaravel, Sreeja Ravi, and many more in key roles. The film, bankrolled by Million Dollar Studios and MRP Entertainment, is written and directed by Abishan Jeevinth, who also plays a character. With Sean Roldan handling the musical tracks and scores, Tourist Family had Aravind Viswanathan and Barath Vikraman carrying out the cinematography and editing, respectively.
