Cinema Column

This Onam, Mollywood isn’t just celebrating it’s going to war at the box office.
Three massive films. Three completely different worlds. One historic festive season.
Khalifa starring Prithviraj Sukumaran.
I'm Game starring Dulquer Salmaan
Bethlehem Kudumba Unit starring Nivin Pauly
The biggest Onam clash Malayalam cinema has ever witnessed is officially loading. From fan wars to housefull shows, from massive expectations to unforgettable theatre moments, this season feels special already.
Which movie are you booking first this Onam?

Kara is one of the most awaited Tamil releases this week. After the blockbuster success of Por Thozhil, Vignesh Raja returns with a new directorial featuring Dhanush in a raw and grounded role fans always love to watch.
The film also features a strong cast with Suraj Venjaramoodu, Mamitha Baiju, Jayaram, Sreeja Ravi, K. S. Ravikumar, and Karunas.
Backed by a solid technical crew with music by G. V. Prakash Kumar, cinematography by Theni Eswar, editing by Sreejith Sarang, and sound mixing by M. R. Rajakrishnan, the hype around Kara feels fully justified.

From content creator to the big screen, this wasn’t an overnight journey for Devaraj.
He quit a stable corporate career.
He started from scratch with friends.
He stayed consistent when no one was watching.
And somewhere along the way, Vipin Das noticed him.
In Vaazha 2, he didn’t just play a character,
he made it real, especially in the Dubai phase that connected with so many of us.
This is more than a performance.
This is what happens when you keep showing up for your dream.
Chase yours. You never know who’s watching.

Mohiniyattam proves that comebacks in cinema always feel special. After Bharatanatyam, this sequel rises with genre shift, stronger storytelling and performances that truly connect.
A special mention to Saiju Kurup, Baby Jean, Suraj Venjaramood, Jagadish, Swathi Das Prabhu, Nandu Poduval, Vinay Fort, Kalaranjini and Sreeja who absolutely steals the show with her graceful yet powerful presence, especially in that crucial sequence. And to those actors who appeared briefly but left a lasting impact… that’s how you make every frame count.
After a setback, Krishnadas Murali delivers a film that clearly says, here to stay.
From performances to visuals, music to emotional depth… everything works in perfect sync to create a memorable cinematic experience.

Here are some interesting facts about the movie Vaazha 2 you probably missed.
From hype to hit, Vaazha 2 delivered big time. The film is winning hearts with its engaging storytelling, relatable humor, and emotional depth.
Crafted by Vipin Das and brought to life by a vibrant cast including Hashir, Alan, Vinayak, Ajin Joi, Devaraj, Bijukuttan, and Alphonse Puthren, the film strikes the perfect balance between entertainment and emotion.
These facts just make the experience even richer 👀