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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Criticism refines the actor in us: Sandeep Pradeep
Actor Sandeep Pradeep has had an eventful year so far, playing prominent roles in Alappuzha Gymkhana and Padakkalam, both of which earned him critical acclaim. The Falimy actor, who is currently filming Kishkindakandam fame Dinjith Ayyathan's new project, speaks to us about his films, evolving fanbase, and future prospects. Excerpts: 'There was a strong sense of team work behind Padakkalam' Padakkalam was Manu's (director Manu Swaraj ) first film. He had previously worked on Minnal Murali, so he had experience in the fantasy genre. He's also a comic geek, and the way he presented the story — with excitement and confidence —really impressed me. The content itself was something fresh and unexplored. I was struck by how, as a newcomer, he chose to tackle such a challenging genre. Manu had a clear vision for his film. There was a strong sense of teamwork behind the project, and I believe it's that collaborative spirit that helped elevate the film. 'Off-screen chemistry helped our performances' Falimy was a breakthrough for me as an actor, and I got to share the screen with Jagadeesh ettan. Now, working with Suraj ettan (Suraj Venjaramoodu) and Sharfikka (Sharafudheen), I truly appreciate how welcoming they are toward newcomers. It's hard to perform well if your co-actors don't create a comfortable working environment. If I were to be acting 20 years from now, I hope to treat newcomers with the same warmth they've shown me. This film also demanded a strong off-screen chemistry and communication between us, which really helped our performances. 'Khalid was upfront about the hardwork required' Khalid Rahman approached me for Alappuzha Gymkhana about a month after Falimy was released. He told me upfront that the role would be physically demanding — I'd likely be beaten up a lot — and that I should only commit if I was ready for it. I was already a big fan of his work, so I immediately agreed. It wasn't just me; everyone involved gave their 100% to the project. 'Had to balance my weight and build a boxer's build' My character in Alappuzha Gymkhana competes in the 65kg boxing category. I was informed early on that there would be a weighing scene, so I needed to maintain exactly 65kg. I was already at that weight, but I didn't have the physique of a boxer. The real challenge was maintaining the weight while building a boxer's frame. Our coaches played a crucial role in helping us achieve that balance. 'A good film is one that satisfies me personally irrespective of its success' Even when I first started dreaming of a film career, my motto was to never settle for just what comes my way. We need to actively seek what we truly want — only then can we reach our goals. Of course, I want to do good films. Before I had a Wikipedia page, I used to joke with friends that when I do have one, it should list a lot of kidilam (awesome) films. If we accept every offer without discernment, a misstep could define our careers. For me, a good film is one that satisfies me personally — not necessarily a box office hit. The film should make me happy, no matter its result. 'I value honest criticism ' My closest friends and family are honest critics of my work. They know me well — my personality and behaviour — so, sometimes, they'll point out when my real-life traits seep into my characters. That's why I always try to shed those traits when acting. I believe criticism helps refine us, and I'm always open to it. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
New Indian Express
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Padakkalam gets an OTT release date
Padakkalam, led by Sandeep Pradeep, Suraj Venjaramoodu and Sharafudheen, is set to begin streaming on JioHotstar on June 10, the streamer announced on Monday. The fantasy comedy film, directed by debutant Manu Swaraj, was released theatrically on May 9 and opened to generally positive reviews. It also features Niranjana Anoop, Saaf, Arun Pradeep, Arun Ajikumar and Pooja Mohanraj in prominent roles. Padakkalam follows four comic book-loving college students who emerge as unlikely heroes through a comedy of errors, ultimately saving the day from a charismatic professor with evil intentions. The film, jointly scripted by Manu and Nithin C Babu, has cinematography by Anu Moothedath, editing by Nidhin Raj Arol and music by Premam-fame Rajesh Murugesan. It is produced by Vijay Babu and Vijay Subramaniam under the banners of Friday Film House and 29 September Works. An excerpt from the CE review of the film reads, "There's an older Malayalam film that toyed with a similar central idea, but while that one had its own charm, this one might just linger longer in the heart. What sets it apart is not just the concept, but the warmth and care it extends towards its characters. Padakkalam may not be flawless, but it wins you over with its sincerity and a playfulness that blends fantasy, humour, and emotion. It's the kind of film that might leave you smiling, even as you wish it had dared to push the boundaries just a little more."
Pink Villa
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Padakkalam Kerala Box Office Day 14: Supernatural comedy drama holds well; adds Rs 50 lakh on Tuesday
Padakkalam, starring Sandeep Pradeep, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Sharafudheen, and others, is doing decent business at the box office. Debuted with Rs 35 lakh on its opening day, the supernatural comedy-drama posted an opening weekend of Rs 2 crore. It continued to lure the audience and added Rs 1.95 lakh to the tally, winding its first week at Rs 3.95 crore gross in Kerala. The movie added Rs 2.40 crore to the tally in its second weekend, followed by Rs 45 lakh on the second Monday and Rs 60 lakh on the second Tuesday. As per estimates, the movie added Rs 50 lakh to the tally on Day 14, bringing the total cume to Rs 7.90 crore gross in Kerala. It will be interesting to see how the movie fares in the coming days. Padakkalam will get a new competition from next weekend as Tovino Thomas is returning to the screens with his much-awaited movie Narivetta. Day-wise box office collection of Padakkalam is as follows: Padakkalam in cinemas Padakkalam is playing at the cinemas nearby. You can grab your tickets from the online ticket-booking websites or grab them from the counter itself. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates. Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and our research. The figures can be approximate, and Pinkvilla does not make any claims about the authenticity of the data. However, they are adequately indicative of the box-office performance of the films in question.
Pink Villa
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Padakkalam Kerala Box Office Day 13: Supernatural comedy drama holds well; adds Rs 40 lakh on Tuesday
Padakkalam, starring Sandeep Pradeep, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Sharafudheen, and others, is doing well at the box office. The movie is performing better than Sarkeet but remains behind Prince & Family. Debuted with Rs 35 lakh on its opening day, the film wrapped its first weekend at Rs 2 crore gross and first week at Rs 3.95 crore. It added another Rs 2.25 crore to the tally, taking the 11-day cume to Rs 6.20 crore. As per estimates, the movie added Rs 40 lakh to the tally on Day 13 (2nd Tuesday), bringing the total cume to Rs 7.20 crore gross at the Kerala box office. Based on its trends, Padakkalam is expected to gross over Rs 10 crore to Rs 13 crore in its lifetime and end up being an average affair. The movie is facing a significant dent from the blockbuster wave of Thudarum. It will face new competition from Tovino Thomas-starrer Narivetta from this weekend. Day-wise box office collection of Padakkalam is as follows: Padakkalam in cinemas Padakkalam is playing at the cinemas nearby. You can grab your tickets from the online ticket-booking websites or grab them from the counter itself. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates. Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and our research. The figures can be approximate, and Pinkvilla does not make any claims about the authenticity of the data. However, they are adequately indicative of the box-office performance of the films in question.
Pink Villa
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Padakkalam Kerala Box Office Day 11: Supernatural comedy drama holds well; adds Rs 90 lakh on Sunday
Malayalam movie Padakkalam, starring Sandeep Pradeep, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Sharafudheen, and others, is holding up well at the box office. Opened with Rs 35 lakh on Day 1, the movie wrapped its opening weekend at Rs 2 crore gross. It continued to lure the audience and added Rs 1.95 lakh to the tally, winding its first week at Rs 3.95 crore gross in Kerala. The movie entered the second week by clocking Rs 55 lakh on Day 9. It witnessed a solid jump on the 2nd Saturday (Day 10) and grossed Rs 80 lakh. As per the estimates, the movie added Rs 90 lakh to the tally on Day 10 (Sunday), taking the total cume to Rs 6.20 crore gross at the Kerala box office. Padakkalam is performing better than its rival release Sarkeet and remains behind Dileep's Prince & Family, which is about to hit the Rs 10 crore mark. It will be interesting to see how the movie fares in the coming days. It will get a new competition from next weekend as Tovino Thomas is returning to the screens with his much-awaited movie Narivetta. Day-wise box office collection of Padakkalam is as follows: Padakkalam in cinemas Padakkalam is playing at the cinemas nearby. You can grab your tickets from the online ticket-booking websites or grab them from the counter itself. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates.
