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Pink Villa
2 days ago
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Narivetta Kerala Box Office Day 7: Tovino Thomas' cop action thriller wraps its opening week at Rs 9.20 crore
The Malayalam movie Narivetta, based on a true event, is dominating the box office these days. It stars Tovino Thomas in the lead along with Suraj Venjaramoodu, Cheran, Arya Salim, Priyamvada Krishnan, and others. The movie is holding up well at the box office and has the potential to emerge as the industry's new successful venture. Narivetta adds Rs 90 lakh to the tally, cume crosses Rs 9 crore mark Bankrolled by Indian Cinema Company, Narivetta kicked off with Rs 1.70 crore on Day 1. The movie wrapped its opening weekend at a good figure of Rs 5.20 crore. It further collected Rs 1.10 crore on the first Monday, followed by Rs 1.05 crore, Rs 95 lakh on Tuesday and Wednesday. As per estimates, the movie added around Rs 90 lakh to the tally, taking the total cume to Rs 9.20 crore gross at the Kerala box office. The crime thriller drama is set to enter the second weekend by surpassing the Rs 10 crore mark. If the movie witnesses a good spike in collections, it will get closer to the Rs 15 crore mark by the end of the second weekend and Rs 20 crore by the second week. The movie will face a new competition from Mani Ratnam -Kamal Haasan's movie Thug Life, which is ready to hit the screens on June 5th (Thursday). Seeing how Narivetta performs against the big-budget Tamil movie will be interesting. Day-wise box office collection of Narivetta in Kerala is as follows Day Gross Kerala Collection 1 Rs 1.70 crore 2 Rs 1.50 crore 3 Rs 2.00 crore 4 Rs 1.10 crore 5 Rs 1.05 crore 6 Rs 0.95 crore 7 Rs 0.90 crore (est.) Total Rs 9.20 crore Narivetta in cinemas Narivetta is playing in cinemas nearby. You can book 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.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Narivetta' box office collections day 6: Tovino's thriller mints 9 crores
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Tovino Thomas ' latest thriller 'Narivetta' continues to maintain a solid run at the box office, pulling in a respectable Rs 9 crore India net collection over its first six days. Day-wise collection breakdown According to data from the Sacnilk website, 'Narivetta' opened with Rs 1.65 crore on its first Friday, followed by a slight increase on Saturday with Rs 1.85 crore and peaking on Sunday at Rs 2.25 crore. As expected, weekday figures dipped, with Monday and Tuesday bringing in Rs 1.2 crore and Rs 1.19 crore, respectively. On its sixth day, Wednesday, the film added another Rs 86 lakhs, pushing the total to Rs 9 crore. Day India Net Collection Day 1 Rs 1.65 Cr Day 2 Rs 1.85 Cr (+12.12%) Day 3 Rs 2.25 Cr (+21.62%) Day 4 Rs 1.2 Cr (-46.67%) Day 5 Rs 1.19 Cr (-0.83%) Day 6 Rs 86 lakhs (early est) Occupancy Trends Narivetta - Official Telugu Trailer On Wednesday, May 28, 'Narivetta' recorded an overall Malayalam occupancy rate of 21.77%. Interestingly, night shows showed the strongest turnout, clocking 31.43%, compared to just 10.25% during morning shows. Breaking it down by region: Kochi led with an impressive 31.75% overall occupancy, spiking to 53% during night shows. Trivandrum posted a moderate 18.5%, with night shows drawing 32%. Bengaluru lagged behind at 11% overall, with a peak of 18% in the evening. Chennai surprised with 29.67% overall, driven by strong afternoon and night performances. Starring Tovino Thomas alongside Suraj Venjaramoodu, Cheran, and Arya Salim, Narivetta has attracted attention for its tight storytelling and impressive ensemble cast. On the other hand, Tovino Thomas was last seen in the Mohanlal starrer action flick 'L2: Empuraan' which was directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran. 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 .
Pink Villa
3 days ago
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Narivetta Kerala Box Office Day 6: Tovino Thomas' cop actioner records good trend, adds Rs 1.15 crore on Wednesday
Narivetta, starring Tovino Thomas in the lead, along with Suraj Venjaramoodu, Cheran, Arya Salim, Priyamvada Krishnan, and others, is doing well at the box office. The movie has picked up well and is expected to sail through a successful theatrical run. Narivetta picks up well, adds Rs 1.15 crore on Day 6 Directed by Anuraj Manohar, the crime drama based on an actual incident is witnessing an encouraging trend at the box office. Debuted with Rs 1.70 crore, the movie added Rs 1.50 crore on Day 2 and Rs 2 crore on Day 3, taking the total weekend cume to Rs 5.20 crore. The movie further showed a strong trend on the weekdays. It grossed Rs 1.10 crore on its first Monday, followed by Rs 1.05 crore on Tuesday. As per estimates, the Tovino Thomas starrer has already crossed the Tuesday figure and is expected to wind up its day at Rs 1.15 crore at the Kerala box office. The total cume of Narivetta now stands at Rs 8.50 crore gross at the Kerala box office. The movie is expected to continue its solid run and emerge as a new successful venture at the ticket window. All eyes are now on its hold on the second weekend. Narivetta met with positive word-of-mouth, and that's what is driving its glorious box office run. Day-wise box office collection of Narivetta in Kerala is as follows Day Gross Kerala Collection 1 Rs 1.70 crore 2 Rs 1.50 crore 3 Rs 2.00 crore 4 Rs 1.10 crore 5 Rs 1.05 crore 6 Rs 1.15 crore (est.) Total Rs 8.50 crore Narivetta in cinemas Narivetta is playing in cinemas nearby. You can book 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.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
How Mollywood's comedy stars are becoming the strongest pillars in serious storytelling – ‘Siddique-Lal gave me a big break with Appukuttan in 'In Harihar Nagar'
Comedy remains one of the most overlooked yet cherished genres in cinema. It undeniably holds a special place in the hearts of moviegoers. In Malayalam cinema, it's no secret that many comedy films owe their popularity not to the lead actors, but to the supporting artistes who brought the humour alive on screen. Icons like Innocent, Salim Kumar , Cochin Haneefa, Kuthiravattam Pappu, Jagadish , Jagathy Sreekumar, Suraj Venjaramoodu , and Indrans are just a few names who effortlessly carried the weight of comedy in countless films. Meanwhile, mainstream stars like Mammootty and Mohanlal often served as the face of the film to draw audiences to the theatres. As with many other film industries, Mollywood too had a tendency to typecast these actors solely in comic roles, often limiting their opportunities to explore other facets of performance. Several of these actors have even spoken openly about being stereotyped and their desire to take on more serious, performance-driven roles. Interestingly, the current generation of actors shows a deep admiration for these veteran comedy legends. Many aspire to emulate their impeccable comic timing while also seeking out diverse roles. For film lovers who grew up in the late 1990s and early 2000s, these actors are etched in memory for their unforgettable contributions to light-hearted cinema. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like People Aged 50-85 With No Life Insurance Could Get This Reassured Get Quote Undo Over the years, the tide has turned. Many of these comedy stalwarts have successfully transitioned into serious, performance-heavy roles. Suraj Venjaramoodu, Jagadish, and Indrans, once synonymous with humour, are now captivating audiences with emotionally intense portrayals. This shift in their careers has been both surprising and thrilling for their fans. Yet, beneath this transformation lies a touch of nostalgia. Audiences who once laughed wholeheartedly at their antics now find themselves missing the light-hearted roles that defined a generation. As we explore the journey of these artists from comedic brilliance to dramatic depth, we also reflect on their experiences — from breaking free of stereotypes to still harbouring a fondness for roles that bring joy and laughter. "I'd like to call it a take-off in In Harihar Nagar as Appukuttan" – Jagadish Actor PV Jagadish Kumar, widely known as Jagadish in the Malayalam industry, is still remembered by many as the humorous Appukuttan from Siddique-Lal's In Harihar Nagar. The actor, who once defined comedy for Mollywood lovers, experienced a dramatic shift in his career with films such as Rorschach, Purusha Pretham, Neru, Marco, Rekhachithram, and many others in recent times. Jagadish joins ETimes to discuss how this career shift came about and how he now approaches his stardom. The actor was asked about his thoughts when reflecting on his comedy roles in films such as In Harihar Nagar and Vellinakshatram. "The thing is, once we are introduced to the film industry, the role we portray in the beginning, in those early days, tends to stay in the audience's mind. For example, in My Dear Kuttichathan, I played a comedic cameo, and in my second film, Odaruthammava Aalariyam, I again played a humorous role. So I was typecast. People thought, 'Okay, Jagadish is someone who does comedy roles,' and I started getting a series of such roles, like in Vellanakalude Naadu, and so on. Watching my performances in those films, Siddique-Lal were impressed with my comedic timing and gave me a big break. I'd like to call it a take-off in In Harihar Nagar as Appukuttan. They believed I was the right person to play that character. Appukuttan was another take-off in my career. The character and the film were both super hits. It was Harihar Nagar that made me a hero. I acted as a hero in 40 films simply because Harihar Nagar was that successful — a major hit. Producers and directors gained confidence in casting me as a hero. But I had never dreamt of becoming a hero. I always thought I'd become a college lecturer or professor, doing two or three roles a year. But destiny had other plans. After Harihar Nagar, I was fortunate enough to play the lead in 40 films. Even in those, about 75% were humorous roles — light-hearted roles that suited me as a hero. Not the kind of roles played by Mammootty, Mohanlal, or Suresh Gopi. It wasn't that I was cast because others weren't available. I got lead roles that fit my persona. For instance, consider actors like Bhagyaraj, Amol Palekar, or Mehmood. The roles they portrayed were suited to them. If those roles were given to Rajinikanth or Kamal Haasan, they wouldn't have been as effective — and vice versa. I wouldn't have been able to pull off the roles Mammootty or Mohanlal did, and I'm quite sure of that. In Sthalathe Pradhana Payyans, Renji Panicker and Shaji Kailas crafted the character of Gopalakrishnan — a newspaper boy turned minister — in such a way that even the character admits, 'My voice may not be harsh or strong.' What they meant was, my voice is not like Mammootty's or Mohanlal's. The character was shaped to suit me. He was an ordinary, middle-class man who becomes a minister — not a fierce fighter. I had strong dialogues, but I was asked to deliver them in my own style, not like Mammootty or Mohanlal. What I mean to say is that the roles offered to me were designed for my comfort zone — in my own Jagadish style. Directors told me not to think of myself as a superstar or hero, but simply as Jagadish playing a central character. Not to let the typical 'hero' image occupy my mind. I managed to do 40 films as a lead. In some, I could also perform emotionally well — like Sthreedhanam, Arya, and Welcome to Kodaikanal. These films had strong emotional elements and were successful too. We celebrated 100-day runs for Sthalathe Pradhana Payyans, Welcome to Kodaikanal, and Sthreedhanam — all were super hits. But I also had many average films, and some flopped financially. I should admit that. Even when I was playing lead roles, I was particular about doing supporting roles as well. From the set of Sthalathe Pradhana Payyans, I went to the set of Jackpot with Mammootty, where I played a comedian. Even while playing the lead, I found time to act as a comedian with Mohanlal in films like Butterflies, Manthrikam, and Nirnayam. I played comic roles with Mammootty in Jackpot, Sangham, Hitler. I knew the hero phase would be short-lived. I never expected to bask in the glory of being a hero for long. I was sure of that. So, I gradually moved to character roles — mostly comic. Back then, I wasn't happy seeing actors like Siddique and Sai Kumar already turning into character artistes, while I faced hesitation from directors to be cast in serious roles. I even complained to Innocent, who told me, 'Don't worry, you're still getting good roles. Forget senior and elderly roles — we're there to handle them. When the time comes, the audience will accept you too.' Directors like Lal Jose used to say, 'Jagadish, we can't imagine you as a hero's father. You don't look that old.' That was my problem. I told them, 'I may not look old, but I am old. I may look young, but I'm not young.' But what matters is appearance — and I didn't look like a father figure, so I wasn't cast in such roles. Then came a turning point. Director Ranjith had the courage to cast me in a very negative father role in Leela. I give full credit to him — he transformed me into a character actor, a senior character actor. I may have done character roles earlier, but in Leela, I played the heroine's father — my first significant elderly role. The film wasn't a box office success, but the role clicked. When it was released on OTT and satellite TV, everyone noticed it and praised my performance — especially the younger generation. That gave me confidence. It also gave directors and writers the confidence to cast me in different roles. The next step came with the role of Constable Ashraf in Rorschach. Since then, I've been lucky to land meaningful, varied roles. About Falimy — you can't really call it a serious or humorous role. It's a character role. I performed it seriously, but the impact was comedic in certain scenes — and that worked. I even turned villain in Abraham Ozler and Marco. So, I broke free from my comedian image. That's how I transitioned into a character actor. I've done many kinds of character roles — in Rorschach, Falimy, Garudan, Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil, Ajayante Randam Moshanam, Kishkindha Kaandam, Officer on Duty, and Mohanlal's film Neru with Jeethu Joseph. All these helped my career significantly. Now, I try to choose roles that are different. I'm not concerned with how many films I do — but I want each role to be distinct. In Purusha Pretham, Constable Dileep was a lovely role — I really enjoyed it. I'm also in Krishand's Sambhava Vivaranam Nalarasangham – The Chronicles of the 4.5 Gang, which will stream on Sony LIV soon. I'm playing a writer's role. Right now, I'm working with Krishand on 'Mastishka Maranam: Simon's Memories' — again, a very different role. I'm looking forward to collaborating with these young directors, and I don't mind asking them for good roles. Megastar Mammootty and Dulquer Salmaan offered Namaz on the occasion of Eid Ul Fitr at Kochi When asked whether he misses playing humorous roles now, he said, 'I love to do humorous roles. I love to do comedy roles. I'm fully confident that I'll be able to do comedy — not the comedy of the early stages, but the comedy of the present day. Krishand will tell you how I can adjust to the present situation — present-day films — and how I can transform myself into present-day comedy. I am fully confident. I will be able to. I want to have a role like that. I would like to perform very humorous roles. And I can do it. I can do a role like that. In the present day, I can transform myself into the character. Because if anyone asks me, 'What is your plus point?' — my plus point is my adaptability. Yeah. I can adapt to any type of role. After 10 years… the scenario after 15 years is 'Mastishka Maranam'. You may witness it in 2040. That is what Krishand has to portray in it. Suraj Venjaramoodu starrer 'Madanolsavam' crosses Rs 2 crores in 4 days For example, the roles that Fahadh Faasil is performing now. Whatever. If that character is 50, or 55, or 60 years old — I would like to perform that role. I will not be influenced, or I won't copy Fahadh. I would be very different. What the character of Fahadh is doing — if that character is 50 years of age — then I will definitely be able to do that role. I don't want to do these very young, 30- or 25-year-old characters. I don't. I won't. I won't. The character — elderly, humorous, comedy roles — I would like to perform as a father or as an uncle, as a politician. If it is a comedy role, it doesn't mean that after Marco, people won't accept my comedy roles. Not like that. Even after Marco, I am confident that my comedy roles will click. Because comedy is there in my heart. It is in my blood. It is in my blood. Yeah. And the observation — even now, I'm observing people, observing situations. So the comedy is with me. I love to do comedy. The only thing is — good script. If the script is good, the comedy will be good. Yeah. If not, people would say, 'Jagadish tries his level best to do comedy, but it doesn't work.' Script means everything. Even if it's serious, it's the same. It will be a flop. I'm still confident that the script should be good, and the director should be good. I can do the comedy of Appukuttan in Harihar Nagar. If the director and writer are with me, I am ready to do the comedy of Appukuttan. I would also like to see myself on screen as a person doing comedy roles. I like to play the elderly roles of Amitabh Bachchan and Utpal Dutt.' When asked about the exit of Paresh Rawal from the 'Hera Pheri 3' franchise and how people were shocked and disappointed, Jagadish said: 'If the script is good, people won't be disappointed.' He concluded:'I will be able to excel in comedy roles also. Okay. I want to do all the different genres. Now a director was narrating a story — it was a very serious story. But I will definitely do some comedy roles.' 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 .
Pink Villa
5 days ago
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Narivetta Kerala Box Office Day 4: Tovino Thomas starrer holds well on 1st Monday, adds Rs 1.05 crore to tally
Malayalam movie Narivetta, starring Tovino Thomas in the lead, along with Suraj Venjaramoodu, Charan, Arya Salim, Priyamvada Krishnan, and others, is holding up decently at the box office. The movie registered a big drop on its first Monday. Narivetta collects Rs 1.05 crore on the 1st Monday Directed by Anuraj Manohar, Narivetta dropped by 60% on its first Monday over its opening day. It collected Rs 1.05 crore on its Day 4, after recording a good opening weekend of Rs 5.20 crore. For the unversed, the movie opened with Rs 1.70 crore, which was followed by Rs 1.50 crore and Rs 2 crore on Day 2 and Day 3, respectively. The total cume of Narivetta now stands at Rs 6.25 crore gross after four days of run at the Kerala box office. The Tovino Thomas starrer needs to show better trends in order to sail through a successful theatrical run. Though the movie has received majorly positive word-of-mouth, it isn't reflecting at the box office. This is the second outing for Tovino this year, after his previous release, Identity. Interestingly, both titles are cop dramas. All eyes are now on its hold in the coming days. Let's see if it can pick up well and record a favourable verdict by the end of its theatrical run at the box office. Day-wise box office collection of Narivetta in Kerala is as follows Day Gross Kerala Collection 1 Rs 1.70 crore 2 Rs 1.50 crore 3 Rs 2.00 crore 4 Rs 1.05 crore (est.) Total Rs 6.25 crore Narivetta in cinemas Narivetta is playing in cinemas nearby. You can book your tickets from the online ticket-booking websites or grab them from the counter itself.
