"Saheba Subrahmanyam" 1st Look Poster & Teaser Trailer - Thattathin Marayathu Telugu remake

"Saheba Subrahmanyam" 1st Look Poster & Teaser Trailer - Thattathin Marayathu Telugu remake

Thattathin Marayathu Telugu Remake - Exclusive Details

Blockbuster Malayalam hit of 2012 'Thattathin Marayathu' gets a Telugu remake. The film will be directed by Sasikiran, daughter of famous Telugu actor MS Narayana. New face Dileep and Parul will play the lead role made memorable by Nivin Pauly & Isha Talwar in the original. Shaan Rahman who composed music for the original will be working in the remake as well. As per Music Director's update recording of the songs of Thattathin Marayathu Telugu is almost over. Hemachandra, Chaitra and Rakendu Mouli along with singing  also wrote the lyrics for the songs. Sachin Warrier and Remya Nambeesan will be singing "Muddu muddu" which is the Telugu version of hit track 'Muthuchuppi'.Filming will begin shortly and the film will hit the screens soon.


'Thattathin Marayathu' was a Rom-Com which told the love story of a Hindu/Nair Boy and a Muslim Girl.

Ohm Shanthi Oshaana - Opening Weekend Box Office Update

 Ohm Shanthi Oshaana - Opening Weekend Box Office Update

Ohm Shanthi Oshaana which released in 150+ screens last Friday (Feb 7th) has taken a very good opening across India, especially in Kerala. The film has got good WOM and was growing in strength day by day. The much awaited Rom-Com got one of the biggest release Outside Kerala thanks to Fox Star India & of course the all new interest to Malayalam films due to 'Drishyam' phenomenon. The film released with English subtitles which also helped the film or will help in the long run.Here is the Box Office update of OSO in its opening weekend.

Day 1 Kerala 56 lalkhs Rest Of India (ROI) 10 lakhs 

Day 2 Kerala 58 lakhs ROI 20 lakhs

Day 3 Kerala 68 lakhs ROI 20-25 lakhs

Total 3 day Gross Kerala 1.82 crore ROI 50-55 lakhs

All India gross in 3 days 2.32-2.37 crore

Ohm Shanthi Oshaana - Malayalam Movie Review

 Ohm Shanthi Oshaana - Malayalam Movie Review

Crew

Directed by     Jude Anthany Joseph
Produced by     Alvin Antony
Screenplay by     Midhun Manuel Thomas, Jude Antony Joseph
Story by     Midhun Manuel Thomas
Music by     Shaan Rahman
Cinematography     Vinod Illampally
Editing by     Lijo Paul
Studio     Ananya Films
Release dates    February 7, 2014
Distributor E4 Entertainment (Kerala), Fox Star India (ROI)
Country     India
Language     Malayalam

Cast
    Nivin Pauly as Giri Madhavan
    Nazriya Nazim as Pooja Mathew
    Vineeth Srinivasan as Dr. Prasad Varkey
    Aju Varghese as David Kanjani
    Renji Panicker as Mathew
    Akshaya Premnath as Neethu
    Oshein Mertil as Dona
    Vinaya Prasad as Rachel
    Harikrishnan
    Lal Jose

 Looks like its the season of 'Romance' themed films in Mollywood -7 Sundara Rathrikal, Indian Pranayakadha, Salala Mobiles, London Bridge, 1983, and the latest offering is 'Om Shaanthi Oshaana'.

OSO narrates the incidents happening in the life of our main character Pooja through a certain time frame. Pooja is smitten in (one side) love with Giri. How Pooja herself and her love develops through times from school days, from a girl to a woman, forms the rest of the story.

If Thattathin Marayathu told the love story from boy's poin of view, here its just the opposite. The narration is similar to '1983' where cricket formed a background, here cinema and politics takes that place. Even though not comparble to either of these films OSO is still good at what it claimed to be. A breezy rOm-Com. The first half Good - funny and entertaining, 2nd half where too many things comes into picture & gets dragging, was above average.

Nazriya Nazim got a role similar to the one she played in 'Raja Rani' and she did it quite convincingly. Those who have seen the trailers and songs before could very much come into terms with the character easily, for others it might take some time to get used to this character, as its not something we are used to. Kudos to Nivin Pauly for agreeing to play the, eventhough hero, kinda side lined character. Renji Panicker as heroine's dad was a refreshing change and he was good in that too. Vineeth was impressive in a cameo. Rest of the cast were Okay.

Jude Antony Joseph has done a good job of presenting a decent entertainer with what ever resources available. Eventhough the premise might be cliched the way he shot and presented is appreciable. Script, which the director co-wrote with Midhun Manuel Thomas was entertaining but could have been better in the 2nd half where it sort of looses grip. Mentioning the nostalgia's of 90s-200s like 'Spadikam', Niram, Doordarshan, VCR-VCD etc was a clever approach. Shaan Rahman has given some good songs for the film, even better was his BG score. Cinematography was Very Good. Editing was efficient with the film running just over 2 hours.

In all OSO is a typical Rom-Com that stands out due to its narration. Its a film for all those smitten by love out there, especially in this season of love.

Rating 3/5

Verdict Good

Last Word: Breezy, Time pass, Romantic Comedy.

Thira - Malayalam Movie Review

 Thira - Malayalam Movie Review

 Directed by     Vineeth Sreenivasan
Produced by     Manoj Menon
Screenplay by     Rakesh Mantodi, Vineeth Sreenivasan
Story by     Rakesh Mantodi
Music by     Shaan Rahman
Cinematography     Jomon T. John
Editing by     Ranjan Abraham
Distributed by     LJ Films
Release date(s)   November 14, 2013
Running time     113 minutes

Country     India
Language     Malayalam

 Cast

    Shobana as Rohini
    Dhyan Sreenivasan as Naveen
    Deepak Parambol
    Gaurav Vasudev as Kidnapper

'Thira' was creating buzz from the moment it was officially announced. With the trailer, poster & songs the excitement reached paramount. Its' Vineeth Sreenivasan's 3rd directorial venture.

According to the makers Thira is the first  part of a Trilogy, written by Vineeth's cousin brother Rakesh Mantodi. Vineeth's brother Dhyan also makes his debut, as an actor, in this film. Thira also marks the return of Shobana to big screen after a long gap.

Story

'Thira' is a  road movie styled thriller based mainly on two characters Roshni and Naveen. Naveen who comes to Karnataka to meet his sister witness her being kidnapped by traffickers. Roshini who is a Doctor by profession is also in search of group of girls, protected by the NGO she works for, kidnapped by the same bunch of traffickers. How the paths of these 2 strangers cross and whether they will able to find & rescue the missing girls forms the story of the first part of 'Thira'.

The basic idea is something that we have seen in films like 'Taken' "Calcutta News' 'Karmayodha' etc. But its the presentation that makes the film stand out.

Writing by Vineeth & Rakesh is top notch. There is no time to relax or think, it action from the word go. But it doesn't get monotonous too, the film has the right mix of emotion, thrill and suspense and keeps viewers on the edge of the seat. 

The performances of all the actors, not just Dhyan & Shobana (who are exceptional by the way)are superlative. Special mention to debutant Dhyan who looks like a future prospect.

The technical side is also very good. Vineeth's crisp direction, Jomon's camera are huge plus. The color tone itself adds to the over all feel of the movie. Songs by Shaan are Very Good, used efficiently in the film. His BG work was likeable too, suiting the mood of the movie.[Felt bit loud at places, making dialogues sound feable - may be a problem with the theater sound system]

Thira is not a film for every one. Multiplex/City audience will lap up the movie while for mass audience it will be tough to find acceptance. There are many dialogues in Hindi/English/Tamil/Kannada & the subtitling in such scenes were inefficient [all over the screen and disappearing quickly]. The film also lacks elements for mass or family audience. Plus the way film ends, with a lead to the next part, could also leave the viewers perplexed. Everything happens with ease for the protagonists, could have added bit of drama and complexities.

Thira is a 113 min long emotional, thrilling, racy ride that every one should give it a try

Verdict : Very Good

Rating: 3.75/5

Box Office - HIT

Last Word : Watch IT !!!