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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dominic and The Ladies Purse OTT release: When and where to watch Mammootty's Malayalam thriller online?
Synopsis Mammootty's Malayalam thriller Dominic and The Ladies Purse is finally set for its OTT release after over six months since hitting theatres. Directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon in his Malayalam debut, the film follows an ex-cop-turned-detective who takes on a simple case that unfolds into a deeper mystery. Despite a mixed critical response and delays in locking a digital partner, the film is now reportedly scheduled to stream on Amazon Prime Video.
Economic Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Dominic and The Ladies Purse OTT release: When and where to watch Mammootty's Malayalam thriller online?
Synopsis Mammootty's Malayalam thriller Dominic and The Ladies Purse is finally set for its OTT release after over six months since hitting theatres. Directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon in his Malayalam debut, the film follows an ex-cop-turned-detective who takes on a simple case that unfolds into a deeper mystery. Despite a mixed critical response and delays in locking a digital partner, the film is now reportedly scheduled to stream on Amazon Prime Video. Mammootty's Dominic and The Ladies Purse to Release on OTT Dominic and The Ladies Purse follows the story of Dominic, a retired police officer turned private detective. Struggling financially, he agrees to track down the owner of a lost ladies' purse in exchange for waived rent. However, what starts as a simple task soon escalates into a complex investigation. The contents of the purse link to a cold case involving two missing persons, leading Dominic and his assistant through a trail of secrets and hidden film is directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon in his Malayalam debut. Mammootty not only plays the lead role but also backed the project under his production house, Mammootty Kampany. The cast includes Gokul Suresh, Sushmita Bhat, Siddique, and Viji Venkatesh in prominent roles. Despite high expectations, the film had a lukewarm response at the box office and received mixed reviews from critics. This contributed to delays in securing a digital release. Initially, reports claimed Prime Video had acquired the film's streaming rights. Later, there was speculation that ZEE5 had obtained rights for both Dominic and The Ladies Purse and Bazooka, another Mammootty-starrer. However, no official announcements followed.A recent tweet by Franil France, known for sharing film updates, reignited interest by claiming that the movie would release on Prime Video on August 28, reported 123. The same tweet also mentioned Sony LIV as a possible additional platform, though none of this has been confirmed by the production team. While several media outlets such as 123telugu and social media updates have pointed towards Amazon Prime Video as the confirmed platform, there's still ambiguity surrounding the final details. Earlier reports had even suggested a March 27 release, which did not materialize. Nonetheless, current developments strongly indicate that Dominic and The Ladies Purse will finally arrive on Prime Video by late August 2025, offering audiences the chance to catch up on Mammootty's detective thriller from the comfort of their homes.
Hindustan Times
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Mahesh Babu, not Simbu, was supposed to star in Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa. Here's how the climax looked like then
Gautham Vasudev Menon's 2010 film Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa, with Simbu and Trisha Krishnan in the lead roles, has to be one of his most iconic films. Recently, on Sudhir Srinivasan's podcast, the filmmaker revealed that he initially wrote the film for Mahesh Babu with a completely different ending. Gautham Vasudev Menon wrote the film for Mahesh Babu but he turned it down. Gautham did not name Mahesh in the conversation but mentioned that he wrote Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa for a 'big superstar' whose family was producing the film in Telugu. Mahesh's sister Manjula Ghattamaneni had produced the Telugu version, Ye Maaya Chesave, with Naga Chaitanya and Samantha Ruth Prabhu. He stated that when they signed him to write a film, he wrote what came to him 'naturally' in six days, which was a love story and not an action film. 'The ending was different in my first draft. Actually, he'll be working on a film set. The film's actor will be Chiranjeevi sir. And this girl is now getting married, finally, somewhere else. They've moved on, but he somehow wants to be there for the wedding. When he looks disturbed on set, the hero asks him what's wrong. When he tells him, he arranges a helicopter for him. I wrote a cinematic version,' said Gautham. However, when he narrated the film to Mahesh, he turned it down because he didn't want to star in a love story. 'When I narrated it to the hero, he said everyone will expect us to do an action film. I expected the same, so I don't want to do this. I then took it to an equally big star in Telugu, but he had the same issue,' said the director. About Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa starred Simbu and Trisha. It was shot simultaneously as the Telugu version, Ye Maaya Chesave, with Chaitanya and Samantha. Manjula produced the Telugu version under Indira Productions, and the Tamil version was backed by Elred Kumar, Jayaraman, VTV Ganesh and P Madan under the banners Escape Artists Motion Pictures and RS Infotainment. The film explores the complicated relationship between a Hindu boy and an older Malayali girl. Both films received good reviews and are considered classics.
India.com
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Dhanush, Nayanthara, And Ravi Mohan Headline VELS Film's Star-Studded 2025–2027 Lineup
Mumbai: The VELS Film International production studio has unveiled its ambitious slate of diverse films, which are slated for release between 2025 and 2027. Mumbai: Through an Instagram post, VELS shared a video that offers a glimpse into the studio's upcoming titles--spanning commercial blockbusters, socially rooted dramas, and high-concept genre films--further solidifying its position as a powerhouse in Indian cinema. The slate features collaborations with some of the most accomplished and promising filmmakers in Indian cinema, including Sundar C, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Vetri Maaran, Mari Selvaraj, Prem Kumar, Jude Anthany Joseph, Arunraja Kamaraja, Vignesh Raja, Chella Ayyavu, and Ganesh K. Babu. It also marks the directorial debut of YouTuber VJ Sidhu, backed by VELS' commitment to fostering new directorial talent, as per the press note shared by the production studio. According to the video, the leading cast across these films includes acclaimed actors such as Dhanush, Ravi Mohan, Nayanthara, and Vishnu Vishal, bringing together a powerful blend of performance-driven storytelling and wide audience appeal. While sharing the video on Instagram, the Tamil cinema production house wrote, "10 Visionaries. 10 Movies.1 Studio. @VelsFilmIntl proudly unveils its 10-film mega slate with visionary storytellers in Indian Cinema. Here's the league that's all set to define the next chapter of Tamil cinema." Additionally, VELS is in discussions with several emerging directors and actors to collaborate on a new wave of exciting films, many of which will mark the directorial debuts of fresh creative voices. After the announcement of the 10 movie slate, Dr. Ishari K. Ganesh, Chairman of VELS Film International, said, "This lineup represents our next chapter--bigger, bolder, and focused on delivering impactful storytelling. We are proud to partner with the best creative minds and bring cinema that will resonate with audiences across platforms and languages," as quoted in a press note. The fans are now eagerly waiting for more updates regarding the films.
Time of India
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Gautham Menon vows to stay away from new projects; Focuses on 'Dhruva Natchathiram' release
Director Gautham Vasudev Menon has made a bold declaration that he will not direct or act in any new film until the release of his long-delayed spy thriller 'Dhruva Natchathiram.' Considering the film's high anticipation level and its long journey towards release, this statement has created a new buzz in the Tamil film industry. Years of delay and missed release dates 'Dhruva Natchathiram', starring Chiyaan Vikram in the lead role, was initially planned to be completed and released in 2017. However, the film has faced many obstacles over the years, with several release dates being announced and later missed. Fans expected a dramatic start in January last year and again earlier this year, but the ongoing issues stopped the film from watching daylight. Final push towards a theatrical release In a podcast with YouTuber Prashanth, Gautham Menon confirmed that he has no plans to take on any other directorial or acting assignments until 'Dhruva Natchathiram' is successfully released. He assured that the problems surrounding the project are gradually being resolved and expressed strong confidence that the film will finally be released in July or August 2025. Gautham Menon's commitment to seeing the film has rekindled hope among fans who have been waiting for years. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Gentle Japanese hair growth method for men and women's scalp Hair's Rich Learn More Undo A star-studded cast and high expectations The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast including Vikram , Ritu Varma , Simran, Parthiban, and Radhika Sarathkumar. Gautham Menon himself will appear in a special role. Composed by Harris Jayaraj , the film's soundtrack and slick visuals have already created substantial anticipation. With the director's full focus now on bringing this ambitious project to screens, the Tamil cinema audience is hopeful that the wait for 'Dhruva Natchathiram' is finally nearing its end.
