'Kalamkaval:' Mammootty's thriller coming to OTT
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The Malayalam film ‘Kalamkaval,’ directed by debutant Jithin K Jose and starring Mammootty, is set to premiere on a major OTT platform next month. The film, which is still running in theatres, has already grossed over Rs 80 crore, according to Sacnilk, and continues to captivate audiences, even though its initial box office numbers have slightly tapered off. Known for his versatility, Mammootty takes on the role of a serial killer, while Vinayakan plays a police officer who is nicknamed Nath.
‘Kalamkaval’ was released in theatres on December 5, and on Monday, SonyLiv announced that the film will start streaming on its platform next month, generating heightened anticipation among viewers. While the exact release date is yet to be confirmed, the news has certainly stirred excitement. Though the movie revolves around a serial killer, it has been awarded a U/A certificate and has received praise for its restraint in violence compared to many recent Mollywood films, which have leaned more heavily on gore.
Produced by Mammootty Kampany, the screenplay of the film and story were penned by Jithin K. Jose and Jishnu Sreekumar, with editing is by Praveen Prabhakar and cinematography by Faisal Ali. The film’s music is composed by Mujeeb Majeed, while the action sequences were choreographed by Action Santhosh. The song ‘Nila Kayum Velicham’ was also well-received by the audience.