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New Indian Express
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Sreenath Bhasi leads Karakkam, a horror comedy
Sreenath Bhasi, Minnal Murali-fame Femina George and a few others are coming together for Karakkam, a horror comedy. It is directed by Subhash Lalitha Subrahmaian, who debuted in 2023 with Charles Enterprises. Black Turtle Productions and Krown Stars Entertainment jointly produce the film, which was formally launched in January this year, and had its shooting completed in April. Karakkam is scripted by director Subhash, Nipin Narayanan and Arjun Narayanan based on Dhanush Varghese's story. It also stars Sidharth Bharathan, Jean Paul Lal, Abhiram Radhakrishnan, Anchakkallakokkan-fame Praveen TJ, Manikandan R Achari, Bijukuttan, Midhutty, and Shaun Romy. The film has music by Sam CS, cinematography by Bablu Aju, and editing by Nidhin Raj Arol. Meanwhile, multiple other horror films are in the making in Malayalam currently. From big-scale productions like Kathanar -The Wild Sorcerer to experiments like Pranav Mohanlal's Dies Irae, and zombie films like Vala, Manjeswaram Mafia and Jambi, the horror genre has elicited a lot of interest in the industry lately.
New Indian Express
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Sreenath Bhasi to lead horror comedy titled Karakkam
Sreenath Bhasi, Minnal Murali-fame Femina George and a few others are coming together for Karakkam, a new horror comedy. It is directed by Subhash Lalitha Subrahmaian, who debuted in 2023 with Charles Enterprises. Black Turtle Productions and Known Stars Entertainment jointly produce the film, which was formally launched in January this year, and had its shooting completed in April.
Pink Villa
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Azadi OTT release: When and where to watch Sreenath Bhasi starrer action thriller in Malayalam, Tamil
Azadi, starring Sreenath Bhasi in the lead role, hit the big screens on May 23, 2025. As the Malayalam-language movie has completed a month since its theatrical release, it is now available for streaming on OTT. If you're planning to watch the action thriller, here are the streaming details about it. When and where to watch Azadi Azadi is now available for streaming on the OTT platform ManoramaMAX, starting from June 27, 2025. The original Malayalam version will be available on the mentioned streaming space, while its Tamil dub is streaming on SunNXT. The official update about the Malayalam version was shared by ManoramaMAX on Instagram. On the other hand, SunNXT shared the announcement of the Tamil version through their handle. Here are the official updates for the Azadi OTT release Official trailer and plot of Azadi Azadi features the tale of Ganga, a pregnant woman who is accused of murdering a political leader's son. While serving her sentence, the woman is moved to Kottayam Medical College to deliver her baby. However, to help her escape the prison confines, her husband, Raghu, devises a 24-hour-long plan to free her with the help of a network of insiders. Although the plan seemed to be going well, their past catches up, with former adversaries resurfacing. How Raghu and Ganga manage to escape from the hospital, overcoming every challenge that comes their way, forms the entire story. Cast and crew of Azadi Azadi features Manjummel Boys fame Sreenath Bhasi in the lead role. Apart from him, the movie features an ensemble cast of actors, including Love Today fame Raveena Ravi, Lal, Vani Viswanath, Saiju Kurup, Vijayakumar, Maala Parvathi, Gilu Joseph, Abhiram Radhakrishnan, and many more in key roles. The movie is directed by debutant Jo George, based on a story and screenplay by Sagar. Azadi was bankrolled by Faizal Raja with Varun Unni handling the musical tracks and background scores. The film's cinematography is crafted under the expertise of Saneesh Stanly with Noufal Abdulla editing it. Coming to Sreenath's work front, the actor has a lineup of movies like Unlock, Dhuniyavinte Orattathu, Namukku Kodathiyil Kaanamm, and more.
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Drug ban in Malayalam movie industry: Kerala producers make new rule compulsory in film contracts, claims report
In a decisive move to curb drug use in the Malayalam film industry , the Kerala Film Producers Association (KFPA) has announced that all cast and crew members will soon be required to sign a mandatory 'no drugs' affidavit along with their remuneration contract, as per a OnManorama report. The implementation of this rule is scheduled for June 26, coinciding with the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Affidavit to Cover Both Sets and Accommodations According to the report, the affidavit is intended to prevent drug consumption not only on shooting sets but also at accommodations arranged for filming purposes. Anyone signing the agreement will be held accountable if they violate its terms. In such cases, the individual will be expected to compensate the producer for any financial losses incurred due to their actions. The decision comes as part of a broader effort by the KFPA, headed by Anto Joseph, to address the growing concerns about drug abuse within the film industry. According to reports, the new rule will apply to everyone involved in the production process, from actors to technicians and other crew members. Consultation With Industry Bodies To ensure broader industry support, the producers' association has submitted a draft of the affidavit to the Film Employees Federation of Kerala (FEFKA) and the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA). FEFKA has reportedly agreed to the proposal, while AMMA is currently reviewing the plan and is expected to announce its decision following a general body meeting. The producers have requested AMMA to share its response by June 24. Background of Rising Drug-Related Incidents The move follows a series of drug-related controversies that have rocked the Malayalam film industry in recent months. In April, actor Shine Tom Chacko was arrested for alleged drug use, with reports claiming he fled a hotel during a police attempt to detain him. Actress Vincy Aloshious also alleged that he misbehaved with her on set while under the influence. The Association of Malayalam Movie Artists subsequently took disciplinary action against him. Other incidents include the arrests of directors Khalid Rahman and Ashraf Hamza for drug possession, and claims by producer Haseeb Malabar that actor Sreenath Bhasi had asked for cannabis during a film shoot. In May, actress-producer Sandra Thomas alleged that some producers were even allocating funds to procure drugs for actors during production. This isn't the first time the Malayalam film industry has faced backlash over substance abuse. In 2023, FEFKA and KFPA imposed a temporary ban on actors Shane Nigam and Sreenath Bhasi due to drug-related misconduct on sets. The ban was lifted after they offered public apologies. The affidavit initiative marks the most formal and industry-wide attempt to address the issue so far. If successfully implemented, the requirement may set a precedent for other regional film industries to adopt similar preventive measures.
Time of India
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Azadi OTT Release Date: When and where to watch Sreenath Bhasi and Vani Viswanath's Malayalam thriller online
Azadi OTT Release Date: Sreenath Bhasi and Vani Viswanath's latest Malayalam outing is finally ready to make its digital debut. Released globally on May 23 this year, the film earned about Rs 7 lakh at the box office. With such a miserable fate in theatres, the thriller is set to live a second life on OTT. Azadi will be streaming on ManoramaMAX starting June 27, 2025. Azadi's cast and crew Other than the lead duo, Azadi also stars Lal, Vani Viswanath, Saiju Kurup, Vijayakumar, Maala Parvathi, Gilu Joseph, Abhiram Radhakrishnan, T. G. Ravi and Rajesh Sharma among others. Directed by debutant Jo George and written by Sagar, the film is produced by Faizal Raja under the banner of Little Crew Production. This Varun Unni musical is cinematographed by Saneesh Stanly and edited by Noufal Abdulla. Azadi's plot overview Set primarily within the confines of Kottayam Medical College, Azadi follows Ganga, a pregnant prisoner accused of murdering a political leader's son. As she is admitted to the hospital to deliver her baby, her husband Raghu devises a 24-hour escape plan involving a network of insiders. However, their past catches up with them as adversaries infiltrate the hospital, turning the escape mission into a dangerous fight for survival. Azadi's review A part of the Lensemen's review of the film read, 'Azadi is a movie that had the potential to be at least engaging if it had better writing. The way it conceals the whole plan is actually interesting on a conceptual level, but when the writing forces you to look at every twist with a frowning face, it becomes very difficult to enjoy a thriller like this. If your film viewing frequency is extremely low, Azadi might feel like a passable watch.' Do you think Azadi will find its audience on OTT? Drop your thoughts @indiatimes.
