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Shot over a relatively short schedule since going on floors in January, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit signals a tightly mounted production that leans on an ensemble cast.
At the centre of the story is Nivin Pauly, who plays a tech professional and the son of Kerala’s Chief Minister, portrayed by Balachandra Menon. His character’s life takes a sharp turn when his father becomes embroiled in controversy following an unexpected scandal that unfolds during a televised interview.
Veteran actor-director Balachandra Menon, portraying the controversial Chief Minister Varghese in the recently released film Prathichaya, has clarified that his performance is not an imitation of former Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy, despite early speculation, emphasising that creative freedom and character development, not real-life resemblance, guided his portrayal of a morally complex and emotionally vulnerable political figure. The film, directed by B Unnikrishnan, centers on Varghese's career downfall due to a sexual harassment allegation and his son John Varghese's subsequent efforts to restore their family's reputation, with Menon specifically highlighting the compelling father-son relationship as a primary attraction to the project. Menon's performance has been widely praised for its grounded elegance, and he also noted the positive experience of working with younger actors like Nivin Pauly and Sharafudheen, viewing collaborations across generations as a natural part of filmmaking.
Chandy Oommen said he had been curious about the film because of its references to political developments in Kerala, which had already sparked discussion on social media.
Prathichaya is a political thriller by B Unnikrishnan that explores the connection between corporate houses and politicians, centering on a Chief Minister and his sons.
The film’s release during an election period, coupled with its apparent parallels to a prominent political figure from Kerala’s recent history, is likely to spark considerable discussion and debate.
‘Prathichaya’ is touted as a political drama, though Unnikrishnan has maintained that the film delves on the emotional drama between a politician and his son, with politics only serving as a background.
Sanjana Dipu, who previously portrayed Mulla in 'Moothon', is receiving significant acclaim for her leading role in the JioHotstar Malayalam series 'Roslin'.
Actor Nivin Pauly has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden demise of Athul, an active and dedicated member of his fans’ association. The actor took to social media to pay tribute to his longtime supporter, noting that the news of Athul’s passing has left him deeply saddened. Athul had been a
Directed by Akhil Sathyan, son of veteran filmmaker Sathyan Anthikad, Sarvam Maya has turned out to be a major box office success, reportedly grossing over Rs 150 crore worldwide.
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