After opening to positive responses in theatres, Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar is now set for its digital premiere on Netflix on October 9. The film will stream in Malayalam, along with dubbed versions in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Hindi.

Directed by Shahad, the Malayalam thriller revolves around four low-ranking police officers who find themselves in a dangerous situation following an unexpected encounter. What begins as a moment of panic soon turns into an attempt to conceal what happened, while a seasoned investigator starts piecing together the truth.

The premise gives the film an interesting spin on the familiar police thriller. Instead of following cops as they investigate a crime committed by someone else, Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar puts its central characters on the other side of the investigation. As the officers attempt to stay ahead of the truth, the film unfolds as a battle of wits between cops themselves.

Parvathy Thiruvothu plays Aleena Abraham, marking her first police role in Malayalam cinema. Aleena joins the police force through compassionate appointment following the death of her husband. Though she is initially offered a clerical position, she opts for station duty, a decision that eventually puts her at the centre of an increasingly complicated situation.

The cast also features Vijayaraghavan, Mathew Thomas, Sidharth Bharathan, Unnimaya Prasad, Azees Nedumangad and Vinay Forrt.

A police thriller with a twist

The film’s central conflict stems from the fact that its protagonists are officers who understand the workings of the system they are trying to navigate. They know how investigations unfold, how evidence can be interpreted and how suspicion can close in on those attempting to hide the truth.

That familiarity creates the film’s central tension. As the investigation progresses, the four officers are forced to make increasingly difficult choices to protect themselves, while the seasoned investigator continues to move closer to the truth.

For Aleena, the situation also marks a significant turn in her journey within the police force. Having deliberately chosen station duty over a clerical role, she finds herself confronted with circumstances that test both her professional instincts and her understanding of the people around her.

A strong theatrical run

Released on September 11, Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar also enjoyed a notable run at the box office. According to the makers, the film crossed the Rs 50 crore mark worldwide on its 17th day, adding to its theatrical success.

The film has a screenplay by PS Subramanian and Vijesh Thottingal, while Roby Varghese Raj has handled the cinematography. Chaman Chacko is the editor and Mujeeb Majeed has composed the music. Arjun Selva has produced the film under the 11 Icons banner.

With its theatrical run now complete, Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar is set to make its digital debut and expand its reach beyond the Malayalam-speaking audience. Its unusual premise, ensemble cast and Parvathy’s turn as a police officer make the film one to watch for viewers looking for a thriller that puts the men and women in uniform under investigation.

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Rashmika Mandanna has consistently trusted the vision of her directors. In recent years, both Rahul Ravindran and Rahul Sankrityan have won her over through their exceptional writing and sheer conviction. That trust has resulted in strong, compelling roles for her, first in The Girlfriend last year and now in the upcoming Ranabaali.

Character and director first, hero next

In promotional interviews ahead of the theatrical release of Ranabaali, Rashmika explained why she chose the period drama. When asked if she said yes mainly because of co-star Vijay Deverakonda or after seeing the Jayamma role, she clarified that it was not primarily about Vijay. She explained that the opportunity to work with Rahul came unexpectedly after she had wanted to collaborate with him for a long time, particularly after the success of Shyam Singha Roy, and she did not want to miss it. She also loved the well-written Jayamma character, which has strong emotional depth and the potential to connect with audiences, as well as the film’s overall story.

She added that learning Vijay was the lead made her give an immediate green signal. It also felt special because it had been many years since they last shared the screen, having previously worked together in Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade. Working with him again on a story like Ranabaali felt right.

For Rashmika, versatility matters

In an interview with YouTuber Sudhir Srinivasan, Rashmika spoke about being particular about not being typecast or stereotyped. “I don’t want to carry baggage from one film to another. Neither the success nor failure of a film should drive my performance or level of commitment to another film. I have done various types of films, from a film like The Girlfriend to Mysaa. I would do them all. At the end of the day, I am an actor,” the Animal and Pushpa actress added.

As Jayamma in Ranabaali, Rashmika is expected to deliver a charged-up performance in crucial episodes. The film will hit the cinemas on October 16 for Dasara.

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Abhishek Varman is famously known for working on projects like 2 States (2014) and Kalank (2019). Straying away from his usual territory of storytelling, he will move on to a more science-fiction themed tale revolving around the narrative of an Indian mythological superhero. The film will be titled Gadadhari Bheem, produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions.

It has been reported by Industry sources that the inspiration for the new film will be directly linked to the deep roots of Indian mythology, while also anchoring on a modern approach. The project will unite Karan Johar and Abhishek Varman for the story based on the Mahabharata character, Bheem.

The writing for Gadadhari Bheem has been completed by Abhishek Varman, with the script expectedly being ready for the next stage of production. The vision for the film is seemingly ambitious with the makers now gearing up to start onboarding the necessary cast members. While no names have been specified, they are supposedly planning to bring in a leading A-list star on board.

This is not the first time Dharma Productions has ventured on such a route. It has been reported that Karan Johar has been wanting to narrate the epic tale of Radha and Krishna and that he has finally found the right script to bring their beautiful love story to life. The movie is currently being written and will soon be directed by Sachin Ravi.

Not only that, but the production house is also responsible for backing the upcoming Naagzilla movie starring some big names such as Kartik Aaryan, Preity Mukhundhan, and Ravi Kishan, among others. The movie will be directed by the director of the Fukrey series, Mrighdeep Singh Lamba. There is no official date for the movie yet.

Once the pre-production moves towards development, a more official announcement about the project and the cast may come to light. Keep visiting our website to know more about the film.

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