Malavika Mohanan calls working with Mohanlal, Sathyan Anthikad in ‘Hridayapoorvam’ a dream come true
The film has already been cleared by the Censor Board with a clean ‘U’ certificate. Expectations are running high, and a recently released teaser has only added to the excitement.
The film has already been cleared by the Censor Board with a clean ‘U’ certificate. Expectations are running high, and a recently released teaser has only added to the excitement.
The film has already been cleared by the Censor Board with a clean ‘U’ certificate. Expectations are running high, and a recently released teaser has only added to the excitement.
Actress Malavika Mohanan says she still cannot believe that she had the chance to work with two legends of Malayalam cinema — director Sathyan Anthikad and superstar Mohanlal in 'Hridayapoorvam'. Malavika, who shared pictures from the film’s set on Instagram, said she owes destiny for presenting her with such a rare opportunity.
“Still pinching myself that I got to work with these two absolute legends! How larger than life they both are and yet so warm, sensitive and an absolute dream duo to work with. Will always owe destiny one for this one. 'Hridayapoorvam' is releasing in four days and happy to report that butterflies in the tummy have gotten activated full scale. See you all on 28th August 2025,” she wrote.
The film has already been cleared by the Censor Board with a clean ‘U’ certificate. Expectations are running high, and a recently released teaser has only added to the excitement. The teaser opens with a hilarious exchange between Mohanlal and a non-Malayali fan of Fahadh Faasil.
The young man asks Mohanlal where he is from. “Kerala,” replies the actor, prompting the fan to say, “Oh nice!” He then takes some prasadam, offers it to Mohanlal and adds, “I love Malayalam film industry. Very sensible! But my girlfriend, she’s totally Bollywood style.” Pointing to a pooja he has performed, he continues, “I’m doing this just for her. But I love Fafa, man.”
When Mohanlal, seemingly clueless, asks “Fafa?”, the fan eagerly explains, “Fafa stands for Fahadh Faasil. 'Aavesham', 'Kumbalangi Nights'. What a performance! Eyes, drama, fantastic!” Mohanlal then gently reminds him that Malayalam cinema also has great senior actors. The man insists, “No, no! Only Fafa!” When Mohanlal repeats, “Only Fafa?”, and the fan confirms, Mohanlal quietly hands back the prasadam and walks away. The teaser then cuts to a bouquet of scenes, suggesting that the film will be packed with humour.
Directed by one of Malayalam cinema’s most iconic filmmakers, Sathyan Anthikad — known for his heartwarming family dramas — 'Hridayapoorvam' reunites him with Mohanlal, a collaboration that has produced many timeless classics. Expectations are naturally sky-high.
Apart from Mohanlal and Malavika Mohanan, the film also stars Sangeeth Prathap, Sangita, Siddique, Nishan, Baburaj, Lalu Alex and Janardhanan. The story is by Akhil Sathyan, while the screenplay and dialogues are by Sonu T. P. Cinematography is handled by Anu Moothedath, and music is composed by Tamil music director Justin Prabhakaran.
Produced by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Aashirvad Cinemas, 'Hridayapoorvam' is set to release in theatres on August 28, 2025.