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2 days ago
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- Pink Villa
Did Fahadh Faasil back out of Alejandro González Iñárritu's film with Tom Cruise? Actor reveals he did not ‘feel a fire…'
Fahadh Faasil is gearing up for the release of his comedy drama, Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira (OKCK). Ahead of the film's theatrical release on August 29, 2025, the actor spoke about why he backed out of an international movie. Did Fahadh Faasil back out of Alejandro González Iñárritu's movie with Tom Cruise? In an interview with The Cue Studio, Fahadh Faasil was asked about being called for an international film. However, the actor clarified that the director was unimpressed with his accent and had asked him to stay in the USA for 4 months, without remuneration. In his own words, 'He didn't like me. After the audition, they rejected me. Actually, he didn't reject me, but he had concerns about my accent. They asked me to stay in the USA for 3.5-4 months, that too without payment. That is why I decided to let it go; otherwise, I would've done it. I didn't feel a fire within me to take such efforts.' With the host mentioned Alejandro González Iñárritu by name, Fahadh added, 'If not for the audition, I don't think I would have even had a chance of being considered for it. However, I spoke with him on a video call, and I think after that conversation, he figured I was not the guy he was looking for.' While Fahadh himself hasn't taken the name of Alejandro González Iñárritu, several reports suggest that the Maamannan actor was considered for a role. Speculations indicate that the film might be Iñárritu's upcoming venture with Tom Cruise; however, this hasn't been confirmed yet. Who is Alejandro González Iñárritu? Alejandro González Iñárritu is a Mexican filmmaker known for making several psychological dramas. The director made his debut in feature films back in 2000 with Amores perros. Later on, he made several notable ventures, including 21 Grams, Babel, Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance), The Revenant, and more. Iñárritu's next film is touted to be a black comedy venture with Tom Cruise in the lead with an ensemble cast of Jesse Plemons, Sandra Hüller, Riz Ahmed, Sophie Wilde, Emma D'Arcy, Robert John Burke, and more. Fahadh Faasil is next set to appear in the movie Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira (marketed in English as Who Let the Horse Out?). The romantic comedy film was written and directed by Althaf Salim, with Kalyani Priyadarshan as the co-lead.
New Indian Express
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Naslen in line to star in Althaf Salim's planned next directorial
Actor-filmmaker Althaf Salim, currently busy with post-production for his second directorial venture Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira (OKCK), has revealed plans for his next project in a recent interview. Featuring Premalu actor Naslen in the lead, he intends to direct a crime comedy, which is described as a murder mystery. OKCK, which stars Fahadh Faasil in the lead, is set to hit theatres on September 4 during Onam. The upcoming film features Kalyani Priyadarshan as the female lead, alongside Kota Factory actor Revathi Pillai in a pivotal role. It also stars Vinay Forrt, Suresh Krishna, Lal and Anuraj OB, Dhyan Sreenivasan, Babu Antony, Johny Antony, Lakshmi Gopalaswamy, Vineeth Vasudevan, and Saafboi in supporting roles. On the technical front, OKCK has cinematography by Jinto George, editing by Abhinav Sunder Nayak, production design by Ashwini Kale and music direction by Justin Varghese. The film is backed by Ashiq Usman under his namesake banner.
New Indian Express
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Fahadh Faasil's Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira gets a release date
Fahadh Faasil's Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira ( OKCK ) will hit theatres on September 4 as an Onam release, announced the makers through social media. The film features Kalyani Priyadarshan as the female lead, alongside Kota Factory actor Revathi Pillai in a pivotal role. It is written and directed by Althaf Salim, who debuted as a filmmaker in 2017 with the Nivin Pauly-starrer Njandukalude Nattil Oridavela . OKCK , which began production in April 2024, wrapped up principal photography after 140 days of shooting in April this year. The first look of the film, presenting its primary cast, was unveiled recently. It also stars Vinay Forrt, Suresh Krishna, Lal and Anuraj OB, Dhyan Sreenivasan, Babu Antony, Johny Antony, Lakshmi Gopalaswamy, Vineeth Vasudevan, and Saafboi in supporting roles. On the technical front, OKCK has cinematographer Jinto George, editor Abhinav Sunder Nayak, production designer Ashwini Kale and music director Justin Varghese. The film is backed by Ashiq Usman under his namesake banner. Ahead of OKCK , Fahadh will next be seen in his upcoming Tamil film Maareesan, co-starring Vadivelu in the lead. Directed by Sudheesh Sankar, it is slated to hit theatres in July.
