ReviewThough director M Padmakumar comes to his element in some scenes in the second half of the film, the cliché-ridden first half is likely to have already drained you out by then.Fahir MaithuttySuraj Venjaramoodu as Solomon in Pathaam Valavu | Credit: YouTubeWhen M Padmakumar's Joseph released in 2018, it had come as a pleasant surprise. A sleeper hit, the film also gave a big boost to the career of actor Joju George. Pathaam Valavu is Padmakumar's attempt to return to the crime drama genre after the debacle of Mamangam. The result, however, is rather underwhelming when compared to Joseph. Pathaam Valavu begins with Sub Inspector Sethu (Indrajith) and his fellow officers on the lookout for a jail inmate named Solomon (Suraj Venjaramoodu), who has absconded at the end of his parole. Sethu and his men soon find and arrest Solomon. But on the way back down the hill, there is a...
- 5/14/2022
- by LakshmiP
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe Mammootty starrer has been embroiled in controversy after its original scriptwriter and director Sajeev Pillai was replaced. Digital NativeAfter getting negative reviews for Mammootty starrer Mamangam the film’s producer Venu Kunnappilly and director M Padmakumar call for a press meet. In the press meet, the producer lashed out at a section of people in the film industry and the media for coming out with strong criticism for the film, reports Cinema Express. Venu pointed out that while he agrees that everyone has the right to come out with their own opinions about the film, it is bad that some scenes in it were taken out in particular. He also stated that reviews online even before the film’s release was in bad taste and added that he was sure that some active members of the film fraternity were behind it. It may be noted here that Mamangam began...
- 12/20/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
Mamangam movie review is here. The Malayalam-language period action drama stars Mammootty, Achuthan, Unni Mukundan and Prachi Tehlan. Originally shot in Malayalam, Mamangam directed by M. Padmakumar, is dubbed in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi and simultaneously has released worldwide on 12 December 2019.
Does it fulfills the mammoth expectations from epic starring Mammootty?. Let?s find out in the movie review of Mamangam
Immediate reaction when the end credits roll
How can a period war epic having all the finesse of a magnum opus and breathtaking action pieces with one of the finest actors alive in India ? Mammootty fail to get that decisive ?winning? sweep.
The Story of Mamangam
Chandroth Panickker (Unni Mukundan) a Chaaverukal warrior gets a dream that divine goddess ( believed to be Ganga) has asked him takes a lead and come forward to fight for the pride of Valluvakonathiri and kill the Zamorin ruler (played by Mohan Sharma). For years,...
Does it fulfills the mammoth expectations from epic starring Mammootty?. Let?s find out in the movie review of Mamangam
Immediate reaction when the end credits roll
How can a period war epic having all the finesse of a magnum opus and breathtaking action pieces with one of the finest actors alive in India ? Mammootty fail to get that decisive ?winning? sweep.
The Story of Mamangam
Chandroth Panickker (Unni Mukundan) a Chaaverukal warrior gets a dream that divine goddess ( believed to be Ganga) has asked him takes a lead and come forward to fight for the pride of Valluvakonathiri and kill the Zamorin ruler (played by Mohan Sharma). For years,...
- 12/13/2019
- GlamSham
ReviewThe stunts don't look realistic at all, with the warriors flying in the air as if they were playing a quidditch match on invisible broomsticks.Sowmya RajendranAfter controversy and tugs of war, the ambitious Mamangam is finally here. But though the battle behind the scenes was fairly intriguing - full of alleged betrayals and twists - the film itself is astonishingly dull. Set in the 17th century, the story is about the chavers, or suicide squad warriors, who were determined to challenge the Zamorin who'd caused dishonour to their land, Valluvanad. This should have made for a thrilling setup and one would imagine that the script would have plenty of scope for plotting, strategy and old time cunning. But as it turns out, the strategy of the warriors appears to have been nothing more than flinging themselves on the sword. Or at least, that's what the film will have us believe.
- 12/12/2019
- by Sowmya
- The News Minute
CourtThe director of the Mammootty starrer was replaced when he had some differences with the producer of the film, Venu Kunnappilly.CrisAfter months of fighting for his rights over the script of Mamangam, filmmaker Sajeev Pillai has finally been acknowledged as the rightful author by the Kerala High Court. “That is correct, the court has accepted his authorship,” says advocate Sreekumar, who argued Sajeev’s case. “The reason is that even though the producer has bought the assignment from him – including the script, screenplay, story and dialogues -- the copyright can still retain the authorship. This was recognised by the court. But since it is the last day before the film’s release, the court said that an injunction will not be given. The movie is permitted to be released but with the rider that the producer has to file an affidavit at the High Court by 4.30 pm on Monday,...
- 12/11/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodRam, who directed Mammootty’s ‘Peranbu’ has written the dialogues for the Tamil version of ‘Mamangam’.Digital NativeThe Malayalam film Mamangam, starring Mammootty in the lead role, is currently in the post-production stage and is all set to hit the screens on December 12. The film, originally shot in Malayalam, will be dubbed in Tamil, Telugu and Hindi and all four versions will be released simultaneously. Director Ram of Thangameengal fame who had recently collaborated with Mammootty for Peranbu has penned the dialogues for the Tamil version. Ram was quoted by Onlykollywood as saying, “Much alike Indravizha festival we came across in the book of Silapathigaaram, this one too is based on the festival that happens in Kerala from the ancient times. I wouldn’t say that it’s a Malayalam movie, but it’s an original Tamil film as Chera Kingdom was also a part of Tamil Nadu during the ancient times.
- 12/4/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe megastar is seen in a never-seen-before avatar in it which has raised the expectations several notches up.Digital NativeDigital Native Mammootty’s Maamangam was to have hit the marquee on November 21 but was postponed to December 12 due to a delay in VFX works. The film is currently in the last leg of post-production. While expectations are high on it, a pic from Maamangam, featuring Mammootty made it to the popular Malayalam magazine Vanitha recently. The megastar is seen in a never-seen-before avatar in it which has raised the expectations several notches up. Mammootty, sporting long locks of hair adorned with large ear studs and bindi, has created a sense of curiosity among his fans. Reports are that Maamangam will be released in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu besides Malayalam. Recently, Unni Mukundan had revealed that he has dubbed for his portions for the Hindi version with his own voice as...
- 11/14/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is based on a festival celebrated during 17th century Kerala, in which warriors from different parts of the country would arrive to fight against each other.Digital NativeMamangam, the Malayalam historical starring Mammootty in the lead, is releasing on December 12. The film is based on a festival celebrated during 17th century Kerala, in which warriors from different parts of the country would arrive to fight against each other. The trailer was released on November 2. Mammootty’s voice says in the trailer, "If even one person still goes for Mamangam from Valluvanadu, it's because the women prepare a pyre of revenge in their minds. You and I were born in the womb of such women." The film is also releasing in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi languages. Unni Mukundan, who plays an important character in the film, recently revealed that he has dubbed for his portions for the Hindi version...
- 11/12/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is based on a festival celebrated during 17th century Kerala, in which warriors from different parts of the country would arrive to fight against each other.Tnm StaffIf Mammootty barely appeared in the teaser of his upcoming period film Mamangam, the trailer, released on Saturday, begins with the star's voice. The familiar lit up night from the teaser presents the background for Mamangam, which was a medieval time trade festival for warriors. Mammootty's character says, "If even one person still goes for Mamangam from Valluvanadu, it's because the women prepare a pyre of revenge in their minds. You and I were born in the womb of such women." You see the women's faces flash -- Kaniha, Anu Sithara, veterans like Valsala Menon and Kaviyoor Ponnamma. The slow music with which the trailer begins swiftly changes to a fast one, when fights begin and men kill men. A...
- 11/2/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodShankar Ramakrishnan has written the adapted screenplay and dialogues of the film.Tnm StaffIt is Ad 1695 and a voice tells you there is only one spectacle that if you see once, you will never forget. The official teaser of the Mammootty starrer Mamangam begins with a grand introduction. What you see on the screen are grand visuals, thousands of people gathering for a festival at a place entirely lit up in flames. The man who explains the scene says it is the Mamanga Mahamagam. It is a medieval trade festival for warriors. A good part of the one-and-a-half minute teaser shows Unni Mukundan, dressed as a warrior, fighting battles. Only in the end do you see Mammootty. The period film is inspired by truth and stories, the teaser says, and shows the end of a 280-year-old war. "We don't die as slaves. We die as fighters," says a man mentoring Unni Mukundan and a 12-year-old,...
- 9/28/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodDirected by Rajesh Mohanan, the action entertainer stars Jayasurya in the lead.Digital NativeDigital NativeA few months ago it was announced that actor Jayasurya and producer Vijay Babu of Friday Film House will be associating for the film titled Thrissur Pooram. The duo had collaborated for Aadu and Aadu 2 and this time around it will be an action entertainer that will have Jayasurya in a serious role. Reports also emerged that Swathi Reddy will be making her comeback to Malayalam films with Thrissur Pooram. While her fans were eagerly waiting for it to happen, the latest reports now say that Anu Sithara has taken over the role. Sources in the know say that Swathi could not join the sets due to date issues and eventually the role went to Anu Sithara. Anu will play Jayasurya’s wife in the film and it is said to be a performance-oriented role. Wielding...
- 9/5/2019
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
MollywoodIt was recently revealed that the film will release in multiple languages including Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu and Hindi.Digital NativeThe magnum opus Mamangam, with Mammootty in the lead, is one of the most expensive films being made in the Malayalam film industry. The makers would be releasing the first look teaser of the film on September 7, which is also the star’s birthday. Mamangam is a historical drama that revolves around the life of the warriors known as Chaaverukal, who plot against the Zamorin ruler to overthrow them. The film is based on the Mamangam festival celebrated during the 17th century, in which warriors from different parts of the country would arrive on the banks of the Bharathapuzha to fight against each other to prove their superiority. It was recently revealed that the film will release in multiple languages. The film is being made in Malayalam and will be released in Tamil,...
- 9/4/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodPrachi Tehlan is playing the female lead in the upcoming magnum opus 'Maamaankam' that has Mammootty as the main lead.Digital NativeDigital NativePrachi Tehlan is playing the female lead in the upcoming magnum opus Maamaankam that has Mammootty as the main lead. Prachi is the ex-captain of the Indian Netball Team which represented India in the 2010 Commonwealth Games and in other major Asian Championships in 2010-11. On working in a Malayalam film, she had said in an interview published in pinkvilla.com, “Malayalam cinema is known for the beautiful, smart and edgy content oriented cinema they create. Though it’s the most toughest Indian language, I absolutely love that part of the country. My team is supportive, encouraging and I got to learn a lot in the entire process of doing such a big film especially as my debut in south.” In fact, she underwent rigorous training in Mohiniyattam and...
- 7/3/2019
- by Luke
- The News Minute
MollywoodTouted to be a family entertainer, the film will be scripted by debutants Bibin Mohan and Aneesh Hameed.Digital NativeDirector Ajai Vasudev and megastar Mamoootty share a good rapport having worked together in two films before. And now, they are set to team up for the third time. Touted to be a family entertainer, the film will be scripted by debutants Bibin Mohan and Aneesh Hameed. Joby George will be bankrolling the venture under his banner Goodwill Entertainment. This untitled film’s muhurat is slated to happen on July 16 with plans to begin the shooting in August. We can expect an official announcement regarding the rest of the star cast and crew soon. Mammootty first worked with Ajai Vasudev in Rajadhi Raja that released in 2014. The film was written by Udayakrishna and Siby K Thomas. Raai Laxmi played the female lead in this film with Joy Mathew, Siddique, Mukesh Khanna,...
- 6/28/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodVishnu Mohan has written and directed the film, which apart from Unni Mukundan, also features Kalabhavan Shajon, Sreenivasan and Lena in pivotal roles.Digital NativeThe motion poster of Unni Mukundan’s upcoming film Meppadiyan has gone viral, soon after it was released. Netizens and film personalities are raving about the teaser online. While it makes it clear that the film is based on true events, it is difficult to gauge whether it is a thriller, crime mystery or a period flick. The makers of Meppadiyan have managed to build up the suspense factor with the trailer. Vishnu Mohan has written and directed the film, which apart from Unni Mukundan, also features Kalabhavan Shajon, Sreenivasan and Lena in pivotal roles. The credits scroll over the mostly sepia toned images of an old-fashioned telephone, typewriter, spectacles and title deed scattered over an office table. Leaning against it is the animated image of Unni Mukundan,...
- 2/12/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film is reportedly slated for release in 2020, as its hero will have to gain weight for the first half of the film and then reduce it for the second. Digital NativeThe Aadujeevitham team had left for Jordan a few days ago and is currently shooting some important scenes. Some pictures from the shooting spot are out online and we can see its hero Prithviraj in a completely different look. The shooting of this film, directed by Blessy, began in March last year and after a schedule was completed, the team were on a break. We hear that the film is slated for release only in the year 2020, as its hero will have to gain weight for the first half of the film and then reduce it for the second. This is the reason for the film’s shooting being spread out within a span of 1 to 2 years. Aadujeevitham is...
- 2/4/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe director, who was recently replaced, writes that problems began when the producer demanded changes in the script.Tnm StaffSajeev Pillai / Facebook.comLooks like every other day, there will be a new development in what seems to be a never-ending controversy over the shooting of Mammootty’s big budget movie Maamaankam. Four days after producer Venu Kunnapilly spoke to the media about the ouster of the film’s director Sajeev Pillai, the latter has released a press note, explaining his side. The problems between the director and the producer are believed to have begun after the shooting of the first schedule of this period film. The outside world heard about it much later, when actor Dhruvan, known for his tough college boy role in Queen, was suddenly removed from the cast and replaced by Unni Mukundan. Sajeev Pillai, the director, had then said that he didn’t know about it.
- 2/2/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film had earlier run into controversies over ego clashes between some of the actors and the director.Digital NativeOscar award winning sound engineer Resul Pookutty feels that it is a shame if the news concerning the film Mamaankam are to be believed. He tweeted: “If the news on #Mamankam film is to be believed, it’s a shame on the creative community of #MalayalamCinema It was one of the best scripts I had read in 2018, it had all the possibility of breaking out Malayalam Cinema in the international space, sad to see it ended up like this.” The progress of the movie, with Mammootty in the lead, has been slow for various reasons. There were controversies over ego clashes between some of the actors and the director and other rumors but all that has been set aside with the team resuming the shooting. It may be noted here that...
- 1/31/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodDirector Sajeev Pillai talks about bringing in filmmaker M Padmakumar to assist with the film, and the replacement of actor Dhruvan.Digital NativeThere have been various reports about the progress of Maamaankam. Actor Dhruvan is no longer part of the film and the shooting is believed to have stalled for several months. Reports that there were ego clashes between the debut director Sajeev Pillai and the production house have been put to rest with the director clarifying in an interview to the Times of India that, “Nobody can argue that the project is not up to the mark. Exclude me, the film has nationally-acclaimed technicians and Mammootty, one of the top artistes in the country. So, there is no reason that the film has faltered in any way.” On filmmaker M Padmakumar being brought into the project to assist with the direction, Sajeev Pillai said, “It’s a big project...
- 1/7/2019
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodPrachi Tehlan will reportedly be playing the lead.Digital NativeDigital NativeRight from the time Mammootty’s new project Mamankam was announced, there was enough speculation about who would play the woman lead in it. Well, the suspense has now been broken with an official statement revealing the name. In a press statement released to Ians, Prachi Tehlan, who made her acting debut with the TV show Diya Aur Baati Hum, has stated, “Yes, I am doing a film with Mammootty sir. It's the biggest Malayalam film ever being made. The shoot has started. I can't reveal much about the film but it's a wonderful experience to be a part of such a big project and my first in south.” Directed by Sajeev Pillai, Mamankam is a high budget film that is set in a different era. Mamankam is a festival that was held in the 17th century Ad. At this fest, warriors from different parts of the Malabar region would come together for a combat at the Bharathapuzha in Tirunavaya. In the movie, Mammootty will be seen playing a valiant warrior. According to reports, the film will be high on VFX and top notch CG experts will be roped in for it. Kamal Kannan, who had worked with the hit film Baahubali, will be in charge of the CG and he had reportedly said in an interview to The Times of India, “The challenge in the film is to meld the graphics with the original visuals so that the audience cannot distinguish between the two.” The film’s director Sajeev Pillai, an erstwhile associate of Adoor Gopalakrishnan, has done extensive research on this project. To be made on a budget of Rs. 30 crores, the film is expected to hit the silver screens next year. (Content provided by Digital Native) Also read: Distribution rights of Nagarjuna-rgv film 'Officer' sold out...
- 5/24/2018
- by Monalisa
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe film, which is based on a true life incident, is director Sharrath Sandith's first project.Digital NativeDigital NativeParole, starring Mammootty in the lead role, is all set to hit the silver screens on the 31st of this month. The film, which is based on a true life incident, is directed by debutant director Sharrath Sandith while it was written by Ajith Poojappura. The teaser of Parole released recently shows its lead star behind the bars for committing a crime and we are yet to know the reason for it. Also, there are clips of an album containing photos capturing the best moments of the prisoner’s life. And it goes without saying that Mammootty plays the lead role, Alex in the film. The star cast of Parole is impressive with Mia George and Ineya playing the female leads and Tollywood actor Prabhakar playing an important role with Siddique, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Lalu Alex, Alencier, Sudheer Karamana and Kalashara Babu forming the supporting cast. On the film's title, its director Sharrath Sandith told the Times of India earlier, “I remember, on the first day of the shooting, we still didn't have a confirmed title. Mammukka was listening to a couple of songs that were composed for the film, and one of them was called the Parole song. That sort of struck him as something catchy. So, he asked one of the crew members to hand over the clapboard and he wrote down Parole on it. He was sceptical whether I would like it but I didn't have second thoughts.” Well, with Mammootty coming up with the title for this flick, the plot should be interesting to have the audiences glued to their seats. With Parole due release in less than a month, the star has moved over to his next and is busy concentrating in the period actioner Mamankam, which is being directed Sajeev Pillai. (Content provided by Digital Native) p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 15.0px; font: 12.8px Arial; color: #222222; -webkit-text-stroke: #222222; background-color: #ffffff} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; line-height: 15.0px; font: 12.8px Arial; color: #222222; -webkit-text-stroke: #222222; background-color: #ffffff; min-height: 15.0px} p.p3 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 13.3px 0.0px; line-height: 16.9px; font: 14.7px Helvetica; color: #1155cc; -webkit-text-stroke: #1155cc; background-color: #ffff00} span.s1 {font-kerning: none} span.s2 {text-decoration: underline ; font-kerning: none}...
- 3/5/2018
- by Editor
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe actor was shooting for his upcoming film ‘Mamangam’ but it is learnt that there is no cause for concern as he is doing well.Digital NativeMalayalam mega star Mammootty sustained minor injuries while shooting a fight sequence for his upcoming film Mamangam. The news was posted on Facebook by the film team recently. However, we hear that there is no cause for concern as the star is doing well. Directed by Sajeev Pillai, Mamangam is a film based on the fair that was celebrated during 850 Ad to 1755 Ad in which warriors from different parts of the Malabar region came together to wage battles to prove their courage and valour. The festival was held on the banks of the Bharathapuzha in Tirunavaya. Evidently a historical film set in a different era, sources in the know say that Mammootty would be donning four different get-ups in this film. However, the role that he is playing in the film has been kept a secret for now. Made on a budget of about Rs 50 crore, elaborate sets have been erected for the purpose of filming some important portions of the movie. Reports indicate that Mamangam will be released in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and English as well. Being made on a high budget, the filmmakers are planning to have it released across the globe. Also, it will feature some of the top league Bollywood stars in pivotal roles, say sources. It may be mentioned here that a film on the same subject was made in 1979 with the title Maamaankam. Directed and produced by Navodaya Appachan, the film had Prem Nazir, Jayan, Jose Prakash and Alummoodan in the lead roles. Mammootty is currently busy with a slew of projects which are in various stages of production. His upcoming releases this year would be Parole, Uncle, Peranbu and Abrahaminte Santhathikal apart from Mamangam. Mammootty has another historical, Kunjali Marakkar, lined up and its shooting is expected to commence in mid 2018. (Content provided by Digital Native)...
- 2/19/2018
- by Editor
- The News Minute
The New York Indian Film Festival (Nyiff) announced the full lineup last night for their 16th year of celebrating independent, art house, alternate, and diaspora films from/about/connected to the Indian subcontinent (May 7 – May 14). Dedicated to bringing these films to a New York audience, the festival will feature 40 screenings (35 narrative, 5 documentary) –all seen for the first time in New York City. In addition, the festival will also feature five programs of short films.
The festival highlights various cinemas of India’s different regions. All the films are subtitled in English and some of the languages this year include Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Telegu, Assamese, Haryanavi and Urdu. This year’s festival will feature a couple of sidebars –Nfdc restored first films of filmmakers and a three-generations sidebar, films of Bimal Roy, Basu Bhattacharya and Aditya Bhattacharya.
The festival’s film lineup includes 2016 National Award winners A Far Afternoon,...
The festival highlights various cinemas of India’s different regions. All the films are subtitled in English and some of the languages this year include Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Telegu, Assamese, Haryanavi and Urdu. This year’s festival will feature a couple of sidebars –Nfdc restored first films of filmmakers and a three-generations sidebar, films of Bimal Roy, Basu Bhattacharya and Aditya Bhattacharya.
The festival’s film lineup includes 2016 National Award winners A Far Afternoon,...
- 4/13/2016
- by Press Releases
- Bollyspice
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