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A V Gokuldas (Art Director)
A.V.Gokuldas is a production designer (Art Director) in the Indian film industry. He has won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Production Design four times. His work in Kammatipaadam won him international recognition. Over the years, he has emerged to become the celebrated art director in the state. Early life and education Gokuldas was born in Kerala and completed his schooling at Ambalapuram school and Aryampadam Sarvodaya higher secondary school. He graduated from the College of Fine Arts, Thrissur. Career After finishing his fine arts diploma from the government College of Fine Arts, Thrissur, instead of pursuing his career as an art director, he started assisting famous art directors Sabu Cyril and Sunil Babu for a few more years to gain expertise in his art direction career. After assisting with Sabu, he got a chance to do the art direction for the movie "Sayahnam", directed by R. Sarath, which fetched him his first Kerala State award for Best Art Direction in 2000. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thrissur
Thrissur (), formerly Trichur, also known by its historical name Thrissivaperur, is a city and the headquarters of the Thrissur district in Kerala, India. It is the third largest urban agglomeration in Kerala after Kochi and Kozhikode, and the 21st largest in India. The city is built around a hillock called the Thekkinkaadu Maidaanam which seats a large Hindu Shiva Temple. It is located central of the state, and north-west of the state's capital city, Thiruvananthapuram. Thrissur was once the capital of the Kingdom of Cochin, and was a point of contact for the Assyrians, Greeks, Persians, Arabs, Romans, Portuguese, Dutch and English. Thrissur is also known as the Cultural Capital of Kerala because of its cultural, spiritual and religious leanings throughout history. The city centre contains the Kerala Sangeetha Nadaka Academy, Kerala Lalithakala Akademi and Kerala Sahitya Academy. The city hosts the Thrissur Pooram festival, the most colourful and spectacular temple festi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sayahnam
''Sayahnam'' ( en, Twilight) is a 2000 Malayalam feature film that marks the directorial debut of R. Sarath with screenplay by himself. The film is a drama centred on the environmental and anti-nuclear issue in India. It stars O. Madhavan, Gomathi Mahadevan, Ebrahim Kutty and Alex Kadavil. It won seven Kerala State Film Awards and two National Film Awards. Plot An old man K.K. Madhavan noted for his thinking and stance on social issues is proud of his scientist son Siddharthan but upset about the country's involvement in nuclear tests. He continues his crusade against nuclear weapons but together with his loyal wife Bharathi finds himself increasingly isolated as his own son, his party and the country celebrate the nuclear advances made in India. Cast * O. Madhavan * Jomol * Remya Nambeesan Awards ; National Film Awards * Indira Gandhi Award for Best Debut Film of a Director - R. Sarath (film director) and M. S. Nazeer (film producer) ; Kerala State Film Awards * Best Film ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Doubles (2011 Film)
''Doubles'' is a 2011 Malayalam-language action comedy drama film directed by debutant Sohan Seenulal and written by the Sachi-Sethu duo. It stars Mammootty, Nadia Moidu and Taapsee Pannu, with Saiju Kurup, Anoop Chandran, Bijukuttan, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Anandaraj, Suresh and Avinash in other roles. It also features Roma and Rima Kallingal in cameo roles, and music by James Vasanthan. The film released coinciding with the festival of Vishu on 14 April 2011. ''Doubles'' is a story of two siblings who rescue victims of road accidents. Mammootty plays the role of Giri and Nadia his twin sister Gowri. Synopsis The film tells the story of fraternal twins Giri and Gowri, who lost their parents in an accident early in life. They grew up together in an orphanage, inseparable. When they grew rich, they set up an accident rescue unit in Puducherry in memories of their parents. They have even learned mountaineering to carry out rescue operations. Their team consists of Sameer, Susheelan, Bi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Melvilasom
''Melvilasom'' (''The Address'') is a 2011 Indian courtroom drama film directed by Madhav Ramadasan and written by Soorya Krishnamoorthy. It stars Suresh Gopi and Parthiban in the lead roles, and features Ashokan, Thalaivasal Vijay, Nizhalgal Ravi, Krishnakumar and Sanjay in other pivotal roles. An adaptation of Soorya Krishna Moorthy's stage play of the same name, which itself was based on the Hindi play ''Court Martial'' by Swadesh Deepak, the film reached theatres on 29 April 2011. It received wide critical acclaim upon release and got a dubbed release in Tamil as ''Ulvilaasam''. The film does not feature any female characters, except the adopted daughter of Sawar Ramachandran, or songs."''Melvilasom'' to neither have songs nor a heroine" [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sufi Paranja Katha (film)
''Sufi Paranja Katha'' is a Malayalam-language film directed by Priyanandanan based on K. P. Ramanunni's novel with the same title. Ramanunni himself wrote the story, screenplay, and dialogues for the film. Thampi Antony, Prakash Bare, and Sharbani Mukherjee did the main roles in this film. The film has been distributed by Central Pictures. It is widely regarded as one of the defining movies of the Malayalam New Wave. Plot This film is a narrative by Sufi, a Muslim scholar. Karthy belongs to a prestigious Hindu Tharavad. She falls in love with a Muslim trader named Mamootty and starts living in Mamootty's house after converting to Islam. But she doesn't give up her original beliefs of her original religion Hinduism. To save Karthy from the need to go to the temple, Mamootty builds one inside his house. When the local Muslim people learns of this, they create problems, causing the couple to move apart. Cast * Sharbani Mukherjee as Karthi, Suhara * Thampi Antony as Sanku Menon ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Elsamma Enna Aankutty
''Elsamma Enna Aankutty'' () is a 2010 Malayalam-language romantic comedy film directed by Lal Jose and written by M. Sindhuraj and Sangeeth Kollam starring Kunchacko Boban, Ann Augustine and Indrajith. The film was produced by Rejaputhra Visual Media and distributed by Lal Creations. Plot The setting of the story is a picturesque village in the high ranges of Kerala, called Balanpillai City. Elsamma is the eldest of four daughters of Maria Varkey. After her father's death, she started working as a newspaper agent/local reporter/delivery girl to earn extra income. Unnikrishnan, alias Palunni, is a milkman and close friend of Elsamma who never revealed his love towards her. Kunnel Paappan and Elsamma's family share close ties, almost like one family. Elsamma is also a staunch activist who wants to close down the local toddy shop run by a strongman Sugunan. This brings her into regular conflict with him as well as the Panchayat member Ramanan. Paalunni confides his love for Elsam ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Neelathamara (2009 Film)
''Neelathamara'' () is a 2009 Indian Malayalam-language romantic drama film written by M. T. Vasudevan Nair and directed by Lal Jose. It is the remake of the 1979 film of the same name, scripted by M.T. himself and directed by Yusuf Ali Kechery.P. M‘Neelathamara' blooms again The Hindu. Retrieved 30 November 2009 The film was produced by Suresh Kumar under the banner of Revathy Kalamandhir. It stars Kailash and newcomers, Archana Kavi & Amala Paul in the lead roles. The film received good reviews and was a box-office hit.Neelathamara is turning out to be a hit! ''TNN''. . Retrieved 4 De ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malabar Wedding
''Malabar Wedding'' is a 2008 Indian Malayalam-language comedy film directed by the Rajesh-Faisal duo and written by Ramesh Madhavan. It has Indrajith Sukumaran and Gopika in the lead roles. The story is based on a custom called ''Sorakalyanam'' which is prevalent in some parts of Malabar (Northern Kerala), Malabar in Kerala. In this custom, before the marriage, friends have fun with the bride and groom, by making false stories and playing practical jokes upon them. Rahul Raj scored the music for this film. Plot A wedding planner 'Thaaraavu' Manikkuttan (Indrajith Sukumaran, Indrajith) and his friends always have fun at their friends' by putting the bride or groom in difficult positions. Often they play pranks on them, in turn humiliating them and laughing at their expense. Everyone knows that they will be at the receiving end, one day. When Manikkuttan marries Smitha (Gopika), his friends take revenge on them in the same fashion in which they were fooled. They mix alcohol in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mulla (film)
''Mulla'' () is a 2008 Malayalam film directed, by Lal Jose starring Dileep, Meera Nandan, Biju Menon and Saiju Kurup. Plot Lachi is a hard-working 19-year-old who supports her family after her father's mysterious death. While she was traveling on a train, Mulla (Dileep) and his gang enter. They argue over silly issues, and he discovers a baby in a bag on the train. They try to find the baby's parents but fail. Mulla decides to adopt the child, and slowly Mulla and Lachi become lovers. CI Bharathan (Saiju Kurup), who murdered Lachi's father and the baby's parents, wants to break up the two to keep his secrets. He kills Mulla's friend Ambi (Biju Menon) who helped Bharathan to kill Lachi's father as he thought that Ambi will reveal the truth to Lachi. Finally, Mulla and Bharathan get into a fight, and Mulla kills Bharathan. However, Lachi tells the police that she committed the murder and goes to prison. After five years, when she returns, she finds that Mulla has lost one leg in a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Minnaminnikoottam
''Minnaminnikootam'' (2008) is a Malayalam film directed by Kamal. It stars Narain, Jayasurya, Indrajith, Meera Jasmine, Roma, Samvrutha, Anoop Chandran and Radhika in the lead roles. The score and soundtrack is composed by Bijibal. The story of the film revolves around a group of youngsters working in an IT park. Plot Sidharth and his wife Mumthaz are two highly paid IT professionals who are trying to overcome the crisis of their love marriage. They have many friends. Manikkunju, Abhilash, Charulatha, Rose Mary and Kalyani. They visit Sidharthan's flat for unwinding after work and consider their home an escape from work stress. Some unusual things happen which change their lives. Abhilash and Charu argue and fight. At the end of these simple fights, they come to the home of Sidhu and Momu to chill out. Charu was living a life that was surrounded only by her father from when she was 5 years old. A wedding meet between the families of Abhi and Charu causes Charu's father to sta ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pranayakalam
''Pranayakalam'' ( ml, പ്രണയകാലം.; English: ''Season of Love'') is a 2007 Malayalam romantic film directed by débutant Uday Ananthan. Cast * Ajmal Ameer as Renjith * Vimala Raman as Nancy * Jithu Johny Panjikkaran as Deepu * Murali as Stephen Varghese * Seema * Balachandra Menon as Ganeshan * Thilakan as Krishnankutty * Madhu Warrier as Narayanan * Atlee * Baburaj * Lakshmy Ramakrishnan * Sruthi Nair (Devika Rani) Music The music for the film was composed by Ouseppachan. All the songs from the movie became popular. especially "Oru Venalppuzhayil", which became hugely popular among youngsters. Lyrics: Rafeeq Ahamed * "Thulaseedala" - K. J. Yesudas * "Anthinilaavinte" - Kalyani Menon * "Ente Daivame" (F) - Sujatha Mohan * "Ente Daivame" (M) - Vidhu Prathap * "Etho Vidooramaam" - K. S. Chitra * "Kari Raavin" - Franco, Sayanora Philip * "Oru Venalppuzhayil" - Ranjith K. Govind * "Parayu Prabhaathame" - Gayathri Asokan * "Theme Song" - Ouseppachan Mec ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Katha Parayumpol
''Katha Parayumpol'' () is a 2007 Indian Malayalam-language comedy drama film directed by M. Mohanan, written by Sreenivasan, and co-produced by Sreenivasan and Mukesh. It stars Sreenivasan, Meena and Mammootty. The film was a commercial success. The plot follows barber Balan, a poor villager who once shared a strong friendship with present-day film actor Ashok Raj, and later parted away. Decades later, the Raj returns to the village to participate in a film's shooting. Whilst the villagers are excited to see the actor, Balan distances himself fearing that his old friend would have forgotten him. Plot The story revolves around the life of a barber named Balan in a small village called Melukavu in Kerala. The barber is financially constrained and has to raise a family with three children. His wife Sridevi is beautiful and belongs to a high caste who had eloped with him. He is not able to cope with the competition from a new air-conditioned beauty salon/parlor opened by Sarasan, o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
