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Indian Express
10-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Odum Kuthira Chadum Kuthira trailer: Fahadh Faasil goes full Ranbir ‘kaput' in Althaf Salim's potential laugh riot
Odum Kuthira Chadum Kuthira trailer: Although he has helmed only one film thus far — and that too about eight years ago — the impact Althaf Salim created with his directorial debut, the Nivin Pauly-starrer Njandukalude Nattil Oridavela, was so powerful that Malayalam movie enthusiasts have since been rooting for his comeback. Despite never truly disappearing from the public eye and remaining active, winning hearts as a comedy actor known for his impactful one-liners, audiences had long been waiting for Althaf to don the director's hat again. Hence, ever since reports emerged that he is working on his sophomore venture, expectations have naturally been high. These expectations soared even further after it was revealed that the movie, Odum Kuthira Chadum Kuthira, is headlined by Fahadh Faasil. Now, the makers have unveiled the film's official trailer, setting the ball in motion for the film's release. Although the promo doesn't play spoilsport by revealing too much about the movie, Althaf has ensured that it's cleverly packed with crisp and fun-filled, albeit somewhat disjointed, moments, offering a sneak peek into the chaotic world of Odum Kuthira Chadum Kuthira. The 2.36-minute trailer opens by showing Kalyani Priyadarshan's character telling her boyfriend, Aby (Fahadh), about a dream that she has been having for quite some time now. 'A horse that looked like a piece of white, plump halwa! It was so dreamy,' she recalls. From that moment on, we see Aby's relentless efforts to find such a horse for their wedding, as per her wishes. But the task proves to be far from easy. 'She isn't just a little crazy; she's completely nuts,' one of his friends warns Aby. But everything is fair in war and love, right? Or is it just a senseless adage that people use to justify their erratic behaviour in those situations? 'Is madness contagious?' we soon hear Aby asking another one of his friends. As the trailer progresses, it offers more glimpses of things spiralling out of control and Aby's mostly futile efforts to resolve things. Much like Njandukalude Nattil Oridavela, Althaf has liberally used references from the actors' personal and professional lives here as well, evoking humour at every juncture. Intriguingly enough, we see actor Lal playing a character that appears to have heavy shades of his iconic role as the mad genius Harinarayanan in One Man Show (2001). Similarly, in one moment, Fahadh is shown asking, 'Don't I look just like Ranbir Kapoor right now?' While this reflects the mutual respect Fahadh and Ranbir have always publicly expressed, Althaf turns this moment also into a joke when Aby's friend replies, 'You look more like Ranbir kaput.' The director has played around with fans' obsession with Fahadh's expressive eyes too, as Lal's character points out towards the end of the promo, 'From now on, your eyes get no rest, Aby.' Interestingly, the title translates literally to 'running horse, jumping horse' and is part of a popular Malayalam riddle. However, in the trailer's closed captions on YouTube, Odum Kuthira Chadum Kuthira is humorously translated to 'Who let the horse out?' — inspired by Baha Men's iconic track 'Who Let the Dogs Out' — suggesting that the film will thrive on chaos comedy. The promo also promises a blend of drama and intense and thrilling moments to keep the audience engaged throughout. Besides Fahadh Faasil and a decade younger Kalyani Priyadarshan as the lead pair, the movie also features Revathi Pillai and Vinay Forrt in key roles. Odum Kuthira Chadum Kuthira will hit the screens on August 29, coinciding with the Onam season, during which it will clash at the box office with Sathyan Anthikad's Mohanlal-starrer Hridayapoorvam.
Time of India
10-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira' trailer: Fahadh Faasil and Kalyani Priyadarshan chase a dreamy white horse; promises madcap romance
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) The much-awaited trailer of 'Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira', starring Fahadh Faasil and Kalyani Priyadarshan , has dropped, and it's every bit as whimsical and offbeat as the title suggests. A dream that starts it all The story kicks off with Kalyani's character waking up startled, telling her fiancé Aby (played by Fahadh) that she's had 'that magnificent dream' again — one involving a horse 'that looked like a piece of plump, white halwa. ' Aby, baffled yet intrigued, decides to make the dream come true. The hunt for the halwa-horse Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira |Official Trailer | Fahadh Faasil, Kalyani | Althaf Salim | Ashiq Usman Determined to win her over, Aby embarks on an unusual mission to track down this fantasy creature. With the help of a friend, he actually manages to find a horse, hoping it will match the one from her dream. But what starts as a romantic gesture takes a wild turn when Aby realises — on his wedding day no less — that Kalyani's character might be a little more unpredictable than he bargained for. The trailer teases a fast-paced, laughter-filled romance that refuses to follow the rules. Mad love, familiar magic Directed and written by Althaf Salim, with music by Justin Varghese, the film's tone is refreshingly lighthearted and packed with visual comedy. Cinematic Easter eggs sneak in too — including a cheeky nod to the white horse Dulquer Salmaan chased in 'Charlie' which is revealed via a voiceover at the end of the trailer. Alongside Fahadh and Kalyani, the cast boasts Revathi Pillai, Dhyan Sreenivasan, Lal, Johny Antony, Vinay Forrt, and Rafi. The film promises a strong supporting ensemble to keep the madness rolling. Lal's performamce, as shown in the trailer, surely seems to be the main highlight. With an August 29 release, 'Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira' looks set to deliver a unique mix of romance, absurdity, and charm. The expectations are surely high for the Fahadh Faasil and Kalyani Priyadarshan starrer.
Extra.ie
05-08-2025
- Health
- Extra.ie
30 strangers come together to run from Galway to Dublin
A group of 30 strangers gathered in recent weeks to run the 232km from Galway to Dublin — with the funds raised set to 'save lives.' Trasna 2025 took place on Saturday and Sunday (July 26 and 27), following a call-out from Kildare duo Killian and Aby. The duo, who are running coaches and fitness instructors, put an appeal on social media for runners who wanted to get involved with the relay-run, with all funds raised going to Grow Mental Health. A group of 30 strangers gathered in recent weeks, where they risked dehydration, to run the 232km from Galway to Dublin — with the funds raised said to 'save lives.' Pic: Provided Speaking to Aby explained they wanted a 'big event' for people to get involved and 'build a community around going through something difficult.' Seven teams of five people ran from West to East, with each participant essentially running an Ultramarathon. The organisers explained how the charity event was set up so that each person would have to help a member of their team, and also be able to accept help and work as a team — with the event a representation of mental health and the need to help and receive help when struggling. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trasna Na Tíre (@trasna_2025) Aby and Killian work in The Shed, Naas and also operate running club, The Coffee Run, so they had the expertise to create plans for participants running to Dublin. 'We had people who were running in the middle of the night, and then getting up in the morning and doing a run at 4am and then 9am just to try and get used to the fatigue element,' Aby explained. Asked how it was to train with a group of strangers for such a landmark event, Killian admitted it was a 'massive boost' to have a team around pushing you through, but also able to give proper advice on when to take it easy. Aby and Killian work in The Shed, Naas and also run run club, The Coffee Run, so had the expertise to create running plans for participants running to Dublin. Pic: Provided The relay run kicked off at 12am Saturday, with the first runners leaving Spanish Arch in Galway with their sights set on Dublin. The relay run took an average of 24hours per team, with other participants following in vans to rest and recuperate before their stints. With almost €30,000 raised at the time of writing, the organisers revealed their initial goal was €10,000. 'It was massively bigger than what we expected,' Aby confirmed, adding it was 'a lot more difficult than we expected.' Sheila from Grow Mental Health waited for all the teams at the finishing line, which was at Poolbeg Lighthouse. 'This level of money will save lives,' she confirmed, adding that a number of runners were emotional at the finish line. To check out footage from the relay run, go here, and to donate, go here.
Global News
27-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Global News
Our top furniture picks at Article's Canada Day Sale
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USA Today
17-06-2025
- USA Today
Man drowns after jumping off boat at Georgia's Lake Lanier
Man drowns after jumping off boat at Georgia's Lake Lanier Ramon Diaz-Soria's death comes a month after a body police believe belonged to Dustin Valencia, a 43-year-old father of five children, was also found in Lake Lanier. Show Caption Hide Caption Family mourns couple who drowned while snorkeling in Maui A couple celebrating their wedding anniversary and preparing for the arrival of their second child tragically drowned while snorkeling in Maui. Fox - Seattle Georgia officials said they have located the body of a man who jumped off a boat and into a lake wearing an unsecured life jacket. Witnesses saw Ramon Diaz-Soria, 27, leap into Lake Lanier in Forsyth County in the afternoon on Saturday, June 14, once the vessel came to a stop, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Law Enforcement Division. With his lifejacket improperly secured, Diaz-Soria went underwater, but only his lifejacket floated to the surface, prompting a search, the department said. The Hall County resident was with friends on a rental tri-boon boat, the drowning report shows. Family and friends told officials that he could not swim, according to the report. Officers searched for Diaz-Soria until it became dark, but they resumed their search in the morning on Sunday, June 18. Using sonar technology, officials located the body 60 feet below the surface by the evening, officials confirmed, adding that it has been sent to the local coroner's office. Diaz-Soria's death comes a month after a body police believe belonged to Dustin Valencia, a 43-year-old father of five children, was also found in Lake Lanier. The reservoir is the largest lake in Georgia, and it contains over 38,000 acres of water and more than 690 miles of shoreline. 'A piece of me is missing forever' Diaz-Soria's younger sister, Aby, said her family is in complete shock over the tragedy and has set up a GoFundMe page for funeral expenses. "Ramon was everything to me. He wasn't just my brother — he was my best friend, my protector, and my biggest supporter. Anyone who knew him would tell you how kind, generous, funny, and full of light he was," Aby wrote on the fundraiser page. Aby urged everyone to keep her brother in their thoughts and hearts to "keep Ramon's memory alive." "I still can't believe he's gone — a piece of me is missing forever," she wrote. "This loss is truly beyond words. While nothing can ever fill the void he's left behind, we want to honor Ramon in the way he deserves." As of Tuesday, June 17, the GoFundMe fundraiser has raised more than $16,000. More than 200 people have died at Lake Lanier since 1994 Between 1994 and 2024, more than 200 people have died at Lake Lanier, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Law Enforcement Division. In 2024, there were three drownings, 30 total boating incidents, 21 total injuries, and one boating fatality at Lake Lanier, the Georgia DNR's data shows. Suicides or medical events, including cardiac arrest and strokes, are not counted in any of the reported data. Lake Lanier drownings, deaths (2018-2024) 2018: 8 drownings, 11 total deaths 2019: 8 drownings, 11 total deaths 2020: 7 drownings, 10 total deaths 2021: 4 drownings, 9 total deaths 2022: 6 drownings, 7 total deaths 2023: 13 drownings, 13 total deaths 2024: 3 drownings, 4 total deaths Total: 49 drownings, 65 total deaths Contributing: Jonathan Limehouse/USA TODAY
