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Indian Express
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- Indian Express
Ronth trailer: Roshan Mathew and Dileesh Pothan trade barbs during night patrols somewhere in Shahi Kabir's ‘cop universe'
Ronth trailer: 'People here behave not because of courts or laws, but because they're scared of getting thrashed by the cops,' Sub Inspector Yohannan (Dileesh Pothan) tells his subordinate Dinanath (Roshan Mathew) during one of their patrols. As the promo progresses, we see a few more instances of Yohannan assertively lecturing the young officer on how to conduct himself as a cop, while the latter listens with visible disinterest. In fact, the trailer for writer-director Shahi Kabir's Ronth unfolds through a series of patrols by the two officers, during which they encounter various tasks; most of them mundane, but some risky. 'I'm on duty with that douchebag Yohannan tonight. He's been pestering me for quite some time now,' Dinanath tells a woman over the phone at the beginning of the 132-second trailer, highlighting the tension in their relationship. Yet when duty calls, he has no choice but to obey his senior officer. Throughout the promo, Yohannan is cold and condescending toward Dinanath, who, in turn, keeps his distance. 'You're on driver duty, right? So, you do that alone! I'm the officer here; I know what to do,' Yohannan snaps at Dinanath in front of others. Later, during a night patrol, Dinanath pushes back with, 'I'm on driver duty, right? So I know how to handle this,' after Yohannan tells him to go slowly. Still, when his superior gives an order, Dinanath has no choice but to comply, even while enduring constant insults. As the promo nears its end, the two find themselves in increasingly tense situations, with their lives potentially at risk. 'A gripping cop drama which follows a stoic senior police officer haunted by his past and his idealistic young partner assigned to night patrols. Their clashing personalities ignite tension, but as a series of intense and emotional events unfold, a reluctant bond begins to form. When a life-threatening incident threatens their careers, both must confront their deepest fears and darkest truths to survive the shadows of duty,' the movie's synopsis reads. Known for crafting cop stories, Ronth is former police officer Shahi Kabir's second directorial venture after Ela Veezha Poonchira (2022). It is also his fourth screenplay, following Joseph (2018), Nayattu (2021) and Officer on Duty (2025). Also starring Sudhi Koppa, Arun Cherukavil, Krisha Kurup, Nandanunni, Lakshmi Menon and Baby Nandhootty, the movie features music by Anil Johnson, cinematography by Manesh Madhavan, and editing by Praveen Mangalath. Ronth is set to hit theatres on Friday, June 13.
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Azadi OTT Release: Where to watch Sreenath Bhasi and Vani Vishwanath's Malayalam film online after theatres
Azadi OTT Release: Sreenath Bhasi's upcoming Malayalam film may still be gearing up for its big-screen debut on May 23, but fans who prefer streaming from the comfort of home won't have to wait long. The makers have already locked in ManoramaMAX as the OTT platform for the film's digital release. That's right, unlike many Malayalam films that wait until after the theatrical run to sort out streaming deals, Azadi has managed to tie up its digital rights even before hitting cinemas. This is a rare move in the current Malayalam film industry, where movies usually wait to see how they perform at the box office before landing an OTT partner. Only a few other titles, like Officer on Duty and Thudarum, managed the same. If trends are anything to go by, Azadi is expected to drop on Manorama Max about four weeks after its theatrical release, so you can likely stream it by late June. What is Azadi all about? Azadi is not your everyday drama. This one's a jail thriller unfolding inside a hospital and blending themes of survival, justice, and revenge. The trailer hints at some intense drama where we see veteran actor Lal playing a father on a mission for justice, while Raveena, a renowned voice artist, plays a pregnant prisoner accused of killing a political leader's son in cold blood. Sreenath Bhasi leads the film with a dark, brooding performance, and actress Vani Viswanath plays a strong, no-nonsense cop, a role that harks back to her iconic performances in films like The King and Black Daliya. The supporting cast also includes Saiju Kurup, Vijayakumar, Mala Parvathi, Gilu Joseph, Abhiram Radhakrishnan, TG Ravi and Rajesh Sharma among others. Who's behind Azadi? Azadi is the directorial debut of Jo George, with its screenplay coming from writer Sagar, known for films like Veekam and Sathyam Mathrame Bodhippikku. The project is produced by Faizal Raja under the Little Crew Production banner, with Remis Raja and Resmi Faizal as co-producers. This Varun Unni musical is cinematographed by Saneesh Stanly and edited by Noufal Abdullah.
India.com
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This 2 hour 17 minute crime thriller has more twists than Drishyam, Andhadhun, will leave you in suspense until the climax, name is…, lead actors are…
This 2 hour 14 minute crime thriller has more twists than Drishyam, Andhadhun, will leave you in suspense until the climax, name is..., lead actors are... The realm of Malayalam cinema is full of thrilling and suspenseful content. Moreover, OTT platforms have made it way easier for us to watch such exciting films anytime as per our own comfort. Today, we will talk about one of the highly-anticipated Malayalam releases of 2025, that has been making waves digitally after a strong performance in theatres. It is none other than Jeetu Ashraf's Officer on Duty, which hit the silver screens on February 20, 2025. Made on a budget of Rs 12 crore, the movie did a business of Rs 50 crore worldwide, becoming the highest-grossing Mollywood movie of the year. Following one month of theatrical release, the makers released the film on Netflix and has since garnered significant attention from audiences. Officer on Duty revolves around a tough and angry inspector, Harishankar, who is demoted to the post of Circle Inspector (CI). The story takes an unusual turn when a complainant against Chandrababu, the man who runs jewellery racket, is filed. He decides to investigate the case, navigating through the challenges and unfolding a list of horrific crimes, which are linked to its tragic past. This 2 hour and 17 minute crime thriller drama features Kunchacko Boban and Priyamani in the lead roles. Apart from them, the cast includes Jagadish, Vishak Nair, Vaisakh Shankar, Vishnu G. Warrier, and Ramzan Muhammed in supporting roles. Officer on Duty marks Jithu Ashraf's directorial debut. The film is penned by Shahi Kabir, who is known for his compelling storytelling and gripping plots. When released theatrically, the film received positive response from audience and critics alike. The performances, narrative and music garnered appreciation and it turned out to be both commercial as well as critical success.
India.com
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
This 2-hour 14-minute crime thriller will send chills down your spine, beats Drishyam, Vikram Vedha in suspense has a 7.5 IMDb rating, film is...
If you are fond of suspense, drama, thriller and crime movies, then this movie is perfect for you. This movie has all the masala you are looking for. Whoever saw this crime thriller action movie became a fan of this film. Let us tell you about this blockbuster film which created a stir on OTT. The name of this film, released in 2025, is 'Officer on Duty'. This is a Malayalam crime action thriller film. It stars Kunchacko Boban, Priyamani, Vishak Nair, and Meenakshi Anoop in the lead roles, along with Aishwarya Raj. It was directed by Jithu Asharef. As soon as this 2-hour, 14-minute-long film hit the theatres, it created a storm at the box office. The budget of this film was 10 to 13 crores and the worldwide collection was Rs 55.03 crores. This film has become the highest-grossing film of Kerala. It has also defeated 'Raktachitram'. After being a box office bomb, this film wreaked havoc on OTT as well. It was released on Netflix on March 20. It remained number one on OTT for several weeks and made the makers rich. After being a box office bomb, this film wreaked havoc on OTT as well. The story of this film is about a police officer named Harishankar. While investigating a fake jewellery case, he comes across a big criminal syndicate. He solves a case which initially seems like a small theft, but later a big scandal is revealed.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Producers' Association clarifies box office reports: Theatrical revenue remains the primary
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) In light of increasing criticism over the public release of box office collection figures, the Kerala Film Producers' Association has issued a detailed clarification defending its decision. The controversy stems from recent debates within the industry against the publishing of box office reports of movies released each month. " Theatrical revenue remains the primary' As reported by On Manorama, in a letter sent to its members, the Association emphasized that for most Malayalam films , "theatrical revenue remains the primary, and often the only source of income." The letter noted that producers often do not receive even the gross theatrical revenue due to "the high remuneration demanded by leading actors." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Want Lower Bills Without Changing a Thing? elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo 'Rising fees for actors and technicians' Initially, hopes were pinned on revenue from OTT platforms, but the Association clarified that this has not turned into a sustainable income stream. Operation Sindoor Amid flare-up hours after thaw, officials say things will settle down with time Ceasefire on, but pressure stays: Key decisions by India against Pak that still stand 'Will work with India & Pakistan to seek solution on Kashmir': Trump 'Rising fees for actors and technicians have led to a steep increase in production costs,' the letter stated, adding that producers now face the burden of recovering their investments through theatre collections alone, even after double taxation. Officer On Duty - Official Trailer The Association said its executive committee unanimously decided to publish collection data 'in the spirit of transparency,' and to help 'new producers entering the industry understand the actual financial conditions.' It dismissed claims that the move benefits only a few elite members, calling such allegations 'baseless.' Kunchacko Boban 's previous reaction - 'The production cost of Officer on Duty is not Rs 13 crore' Actor Kunchacko Boban, whose film Officer on Duty was reported to have a Rs 13 crore budget with only Rs 11 crore in returns, earlier reacted to the report. Speaking to Manorama Online, he said, 'The production cost of Officer on Duty is not Rs 13 crore—it is much higher than that. The claim that the producers received only Rs 11 crore in return is also incorrect; in reality, they received at least twice that amount, if not more... Their figures are neither precise nor transparent.' A formal discussion with AMMA is expected only after its next general body meeting. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . And don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
