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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nivin Pauly steps into LCU as villain: When we cast actor from other languages, they add a different colour to the film, says director Bakkiyaraj Kannan
Apart from Nivin and Lawrence, another big star will also be playing an important role in the film, he reveals. Nivin Pauly is making his entry into the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU) by playing the main antagonist, Walter, in Raghava Lawrence 's Benz. This will be the actor's fourth film in Tamil after Neram , Richie , and Ram's yet-to-be-released Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai . The film's director, Bakkiyaraj Kannan , who previously made Remo and Sulthan , talks to us about what made him pick Nivin for the role, how his film is connected to the LCU, and more. Excerpts: 'FANS CAN EXPECT A RUTHLESS NIVIN PAULY' 'We wanted to cast an actor who would give off a new vibe and doesn't fall under the regular villain template. Fans can expect a ruthless Nivin Pauly. The character will be different from his previous ones and will be the peak of villainy,' begins Bakkiyaraj, who informs that Nivin will join the shoot next month. The actor will also be dubbing for himself in the film. 'When we cast actors from other languages, they add a different colour to the film,' states the director. 'Lawrence will also play a character with a negative shade' Talking about the character of his protagonist, played by Raghava Lawrence, the filmmaker shares, 'He plays a character with a negative shade as well. We wanted someone rough and tough and thought that this character would suit him.' Apart from Nivin and Lawrence, another big star will also be playing an important role in the film, he reveals. ' Benz will have three female leads. We are about to finish the first schedule in Chennai. Shooting will also happen in Mangaluru, and Rajasthan, among other places,' he adds. 'BENZ IS NEITHER A PREQUEL NOR A SEQUEL TO AN LCU FILM' Sharing how he ended up taking over the reins of the film, he says, 'Lokesh and I are friends. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 오스템 임플란트 받아가세요 임플란터 더 알아보기 When I was working on another film, he floated the idea of other directors making films in the LCU. Since the film I was working on had a lot of CGI and its pre-production required more time, I took this up. We have been in discussions since January 2024.' The events in this film take place in parallel to the other LCU films. 'It's neither a prequel nor a sequel, but there will be a lot of connections with the LCU. While the basic story is by Lokesh, I've worked on it and written the screenplay,' he says. 'NOW, THE OPPORTUNITY FOR MULTIPLE DIRECTORS TO WORK IN FILMS OF A UNIVERSE IS OPENING UP IN INDIAN CINEMA' Bakkiyaraj says that he is proud to be the first director to join the LCU. 'In Hollywood, multiple directors work on various films of a particular universe. Now, such an opportunity has risen in Indian cinema,' he states, adding, 'Benz will have a totally different world and the making style will be different compared to my other two films. It isn't exactly set in the dark world of Lokesh's universe. There would be my flavour, too, with the screenplay comprising a mix of darkness, fun, and family love. ' 'I WAS SUPPOSED TO DO A TELUGU FILM BEFORE SULTHAN' His first and second films, Remo and Sulthan , came out in 2016 and 2022 respectively. Ask him about the gaps between his films, and he says, 'I take some time between films because I keep writing them until I'm satisfied. I was supposed to do a Telugu film before Sulthan and I worked on it for two years, but I wasn't able to take it forward because I couldn't entirely grasp the language. So, I thought I would do a film in Tamil. ' 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 .
The Hindu
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Nivin Pauly joins Lokesh Cinematic Universe with ‘Benz'
Malayalam star Nivin Pauly has joined the popular Lokesh Cinematic Universe with the upcoming movie Benz. Produced by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the movie stars Raghava Lawrence in the lead. The movie is director Bakkiyaraj Kannan. On June 05, 2025, Bakkiyaraj took to X to announce the development with a video. In the teaser, Pauly appears in a maniacal avatar. He is set to play a character named Walter in the movie. The role is expected to be Pauly's full-fledged antagonist character in Tamil cinema. The actor's other Tamil projects are Gautham Ramachandran's Richie and Ram's Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai. Bakkiyaraj had previously directed Remo and Sulthan. Benz, which has music from Sai Abhayankar, is set for a 2025 release. ALSO READ:Lokesh Kanagaraj welcomes Raghava Lawrence to LCU with 'Benz' Meanwhile, Pauly has wrapped up Baby Girl. He is currently working on Akhil Sathyan's film. Lokesh is awaiting the release of Coolie, starring Rajinikanth. The movie, bankrolled by Sun Pictures, hits the screens on August 14, 2025.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Parandhu Po' teaser: Ram's directorial promises another emotional journey
Director Ram, known for his thought-provoking Tamil films, has released the teaser of his upcoming film, 'Parandhu Po,' which has grabbed the attention of cinephiles. Ram has previously directed acclaimed movies like 'Kattradhu Thamizh,' 'Taramani,' and 'Peranbu,' all of which earned him a loyal following for their deep narratives and unique storytelling style. Now, he returns with 'Parandhu Po,' featuring actor Siva in the lead role. The star-studded cast and Santhosh Narayanan 's music heighten expectations The film boasts a strong ensemble cast, including actress Anjali , 'Kumbalangi Nights' fame Grace Antony , popular Malayalam actor Aju Varghese, singer Vijay Yesudas , and child actor Master Mithul Ryan. The musical score is composed by Santhosh Narayanan, whose soundtracks often elevate emotional storytelling. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on July 4, and expectations are already building up following the intriguing teaser launch. A touching tale of a rebellious boy and his money-minded father unfolds From the teaser, 'Parandhu Po' explores the journey of a defiant schoolboy and his father, who is obsessed with money. As they step away from the chaos of urban life, their path is marked by self-discovery and transformation. The teaser hints at an emotional, thought-provoking tale that blends Ram's signature themes of relationships, inner conflict, and societal detachment. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Ram's previous film, 'Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai,' still awaits theatrical release Interestingly, 'Parandhu Po' comes after Ram's yet-to-be-released film 'Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai,' which stars Nivin Pauly, Soori, and Anjali. Although that project has traveled across international film festivals and earned attention, it has not had a theatrical release yet. Fans of Ram are now eagerly awaiting 'Parandhu Po' to see how the director continues his legacy of socially conscious and emotionally rich cinema. 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 .
