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Great friendships do exist in a competitive field of the film world, and the one between Mohanlal and Mammootty is a worthy example. These scions of the Malayalam film industry have had a great equation over the years, something that resembles much like siblings. In one of his older interviews, Mohanlal had talked about the core of his relationship with Mammootty and shared if the two ever competed with one another.
Speaking with Mathrubhumi, Mohanlal divulged if there has ever been a single moment when he had competed with Mammootty, someone whom he considers nothing less than his brother. He mentioned that there has never been any battle between the two of them, and it is merely a sense of healthy competition that they have. Moreover, Mohanlal emphasized how he could never pull off any roles done by Mammootty.
Mohanlal said, “There is no battle between us in the film industry. I think there may be a healthy competition. I strongly believe I won’t be able to play the great roles played by Mammootty with such intensity. Then why should I compete with him?”
Moving on with the conversation, Mohanlal also agreed that witnessing the versatile roles and choices of films Mammootty picks also leads him to feel the need to choose more such projects for himself.
However, Mohanlal clarified that negatively competing with each other’s careers would mean turning bitter and destroying the other person. The Bazooka actor stated that he, above all, does not have such feelings for Mammootty.
He said, “Actually, when I watch his good roles, I used to crave for similar roles. I don’t think it’s wrong. A competition turns negative when one competes to destroy someone.”
Well, over the years, Mohanlal and Mammootty have worked in a number of films together. Some of these have been Adimakal Udamakal, Twenty:20, Anubandham, Vartha, Athirathram, and others.
However, sometime back, reports were rife that the two mega stars might collaborate again for a project together. It all started when a claimed that the two actors and their respective production houses had joined forces for a massive entertainer. Nonetheless, official confirmation still remains on the matter.
On the work front, Mohanlal has Bazooka on the cards for him. Mammootty, on the other hand, is busy with Dominic and the Ladies Purse.
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South celebrities Suriya and AR Rahman are set to collaborate once again for Suriya’s upcoming movie, with the director of Sillunu Oru Kaadhal sharing a special throwback picture.
In an Instagram story posted by director Obeli N Krishna, Suriya and AR Rahman make a rare appearance together, creating a nostalgic moment. Along with the picture, the director wrote, “It was my first unforgettable picture with great people in my life.”
Check out Suriya and AR Rahman’s rare appearance together in a throwback pic:
Director Obeli N Krishna previously worked with Suriya and AR Rahman in 2006 for the Tamil movie Sillunu Oru Kaadhal. This romantic drama marked the director’s debut and also featured Jyotika in a leading role.
The movie tells the story of a couple, Gowtham and Kundavi, who enter a marriage arranged by their families. Initially, they struggle to find happiness in their new life. However, as the years pass, they eventually build a joyful life together and share a daughter.
During this time, Kundavi stumbles upon Gowtham’s old diary, where he confesses his love for his ex-girlfriend, Ishwarya, and reveals that he was forced into marriage by his dying uncle. Feeling sympathy for his situation, Kundavi contacts Ishwarya and asks her to spend an entire day with Gowtham, overlooking the fact that he has a wife and daughter.
The rest of the film explores the events that unfold between Gowtham and his ex-girlfriend, questioning whether they will reunite at the expense of his marriage. Sillunu Oru Kaadhal also features some of the most iconic soundtracks in Tamil cinema, composed by AR Rahman, with the song “Munbe Vaa” remaining a favorite among many fans.
Watch the song Munbe Vaa here:
Moving forward, Suriya is once again set to join forces with AR Rahman for a new film. Tentatively titled Suriya 45, the project is directed by RJ Balaji and is described as an entertaining flick.
In addition to this, Suriya will soon be seen in the lead role in Kanguva, which is slated to release in theaters on November 14, 2024.
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