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Thoovalsparsham
''Thoovalsparsham'' () is a 1990 Indian Malayalam-language film directed by Kamal and written by Kaloor Dennis. The film stars Jayaram, Mukesh, Sai Kumar and Suresh Gopi. It was inspired by the 1987 American film ''Three Men and a Baby'', which itself was based on the 1985 French film ''Three Men and a Cradle''. Thoovalsparsham was remade in Telugu in 1990 as ''Chinnari Muddula Papa'' and twice in Tamil - in 1991 as ''Thayamma'' and in 2001 as ''Asathal.'' Plot Three bachelors Unnikrishnan (Jayaram), Boney (Mukesh) and Vinod ( Sai Kumar). They drink frequently, of which their brahmin neighbour Ananthapadmanabhan (Suresh Gopi) complains. One day, while Boney is away, Unnikrishnan and Vinod find a baby girl on their doorstep, with a note asking them to care for the child. They manage to cover it up and suspect that it is an illegitimate child of Boney. When Boney returns, they give him the child and lock themselves up in their room. Boney confesses that he has never had any suc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Asathal
''Asathal'' is a 2001 Indian Tamil-language comedy film written and directed by P. Vasu. The film featured Sathyaraj and Ramya Krishnan in the leading roles. Produced by Mala Cine Creations and featuring music composed by Bharathwaj, the film was released on 18 May 2001. The movie is a remake of 1990 Malayalam movie ''Thoovalsparsham'' which was earlier remade in Tamil as ''Thayamma'' and in Telugu as ''Chinnari Muddula Papa.'' ''Thoovalsparsham'' was itself was based on the 1987 English movie ''Three Men and a Baby'' which in turn was based on the 1985 French movie ''Three Men and a Cradle''. Cast * Sathyaraj as Vetri * Ramya Krishnan as Gowri * Swathi as Catherine * Vadivelu as Venugopal * Ramesh Khanna as Victor * Ajay Rathnam as Jayaraj * Manivannan as Lawyer Production The film was produced by S. Rajaram, a theatre owner and film distributor under his production house Mala Cine Combines. He signed on P. Vasu to write and direct the comedy film, with the director coll ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kamaluddin Mohammed
Kamaluddin Mohammed Majeed, mononymously known as Kamal, is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and producer. He works in Malayalam cinema. He was the former Chairman of Kerala State Chalachitra Academy. Kamal made his directorial debut with the 1986 film ''Mizhineerppoovukal''. In a career spanning over three decades, Kamal has directed over forty films. His films have won various National Film Awards and Kerala State Film Awards, including films such as ''Ulladakkam'' (1991), ''Mazhayethum Munpe'' (1995), ''Niram'' (1999), '' Madhuranombarakkattu'' (2000), ''Meghamalhar'' (2001), ''Nammal'' (2002), ''Perumazhakkalam'' (2004), '' Karutha Pakshikal'' (2006), and ''Celluloid'' (2013). Personal life Kamal was born on 28 November 1957 in Kodungallur, as the eldest son of late K.M. Abdul Majeed and late Suleikhabi. He has two younger brothers. He is married to his first cousin Saburabi. They have two children, Jenuse Mohamed and Hanna Shanu. Jenuse made his debut as film direct ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Three Men And A Baby
''Three Men and a Baby'' is a 1987 American comedy film directed by Leonard Nimoy. It stars Tom Selleck, Steve Guttenberg, and Ted Danson as three bachelors as they attempt to adapt their lives to de facto fatherhood with the arrival of the love child of one of the men. The script was based on the 1985 French film (''Three Men and a Cradle''). The film was the biggest American box office hit of that year, surpassing '' Fatal Attraction'' and eventually grossing $167 million in the United States and Canada and $240 million worldwide. The film won the 1988 People's Choice Award for Favorite Comedy Motion Picture. Plot Architect Peter Mitchell, satirist Michael Kellam, and actor Jack Holden are happy bachelors in their shared NYC apartment, with frequent parties and flings. One day, a baby named Mary arrives on their doorstep with a note revealing she is the result of Jack’s tryst with an actress named Sylvia during a Stratford Festival Shakespearean production a year prior. Jac ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mamukoya
Mamukkoya (born 5 July 1946) is an Indian actor known for his work in Malayalam cinema, and has also appeared in French film ''Flammens of Paradise''. He has mostly appeared in comedic roles. His unique usage of the Mappila dialect and style marks his presence in the industry. He has acted in more than 450 Malayalam film Malayalam cinema is an Indian cinema, Indian film industry of Malayalam-language motion pictures. It is based in Kochi, Kerala, India. The films produced in Malayalam cinema are known for their cinematography and story-driven plots. In 1982, ...s and is the first winner of the State award for best Comedian in Malayalam cinema. Early and personal life He is born to Chalikandiyil Muhammed and Imbachi Ayisha on 5 July 1946. He has a brother Koyakutty. He had his primary education from MM High School, Calicut. He is married to Suhara. The couple has four children, Muhammed Nisar, Shahitha, Nadiya and Abdul Rasheed. He is residing in Kozhikode near Beypore. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bahadoor
Padiyath Kochumoideen Kunjalu (1930 22 May 2000), known by his stage name Bahadoor, was an Indian actor and comedian who, along with Adoor Bhasi, redefined the way in which comedy and funny scenes were perceived in the Malayalam cinema. They made a significant contribution toward establishing comedy as the predominant genre of Malayalam cinema. Bahadoor also appeared in some serious roles and in professional plays. His last film was '' Joker'', which released shortly after his death. Early life Bahadoor was born as P. K. Kunjalu in 1930 in Kodungalloor, near Thrissur in Kingdom of Cochin (present day Kerala, India). As one of the nine children of Padiyath Blangachalil Kochumoideen and Khadeeja. Out of his eight siblings, seven were sisters. His family was financially poor and the seven young women added to the burden as the Kerala social system openly supported dowry at that time. He had affinity towards plays from very young age itself. He passed 10th Standard with First Clas ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thayamma
''Thayamma'' is a 1991 Indian Tamil-language film directed by Gopi Bhimsingh, starring Pandiyan, Anand Babu and Babu with Geetha and Oru Thalai Ragam Shankar. The film also starred Goundamani as well as Senthil. The film was a remake of Malayalam film '' Thoovalsparsham'' which was inspired by the 1987 American film '' Three Men and a Baby'', which itself was based on the 1985 French movie ''Three Men and a Cradle'' and later on remade in Telugu as ''Chinnari Muddula Papa'' , in Tamil again as ''Asathal'' and in Hindi as '' Heyy Babyy'' (2007) The film was dubbed in Telugu as ''Bujjipapa Brahmacharulu''. Plot Three young bachelors Pandiyan, Anand and Babu are friends and roommates in an apartment. Rangarajan is their neighbour who is studying for IAS. One day, Pandiyan warns his friends that a parcel will arrive during his absence. The next day, Anand and Babu find a baby before their door. The three bachelors swear that they are not her father. Since then, their lives ar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chinnari Muddula Papa
''Chinnari Muddula Papa'' ( ''Cute Lovely Baby'') is a 1990 Indian Telugu-language drama film produced by Vadde Ramesh under the Nalini Cini Creations banner and directed by Vaasi Reddy. It stars Jagapathi Babu, Sudhakar, Sivaji Raja, Kaveri and music composed by S. P. Kodandapani Eeswar. The film is based on the Malayalam film ''Thoovalsparsham'', which was inspired by the 1987 American film ''Three Men and a Baby'', which itself was based on the 1985 French movie ''Three Men and a Cradle'' and later on remade in Tamil twice - as ''Thayamma'' and as '' Asathal'' and in Hindi as ''Heyy Babyy'' (2007). Plot The film begins with 3 happy bachelors Anand, Sudhakar, & Siva who share an apartment with frequent parties and flings. One day, a baby named Maya arrives on their doorstep with a note revealing she is the result of the perfidy of one of them. Then, Anand thinks back about his first love Sunita and they spent the night together. Later, Sunita misconstrues, loathes, and splits ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Santhakumari (Malayalam Actress)
Santhakumari is an Indian actress best known for her work in Malayalam cinema. She has acted in more than 250 films and short films like 'Nerariyathe' which is critically acclaimed. Biography Santhakumari was born to Narayanan and Karthyayani, as eighth child among ten children, at Kochi, Kerala. She had her primary education from Thevara C.C.P.L.M High school, Ernakulam. She was married to Late Velayudhan and have two daughters. She was presented with a house named "Snehaveedu" in 2012 by Malayalam Movie Artists Assoaciation (AMMA). Kerala.com (2012-08-20). Retrieved on 2017-07-06. She received Kera ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Three Men And A Cradle
''Three Men and a Cradle'' (french: Trois hommes et un couffin) is a 1985 French comedy film by Coline Serreau. The film was remade in Hollywood as ''Three Men and a Baby'' in 1987 which was subsequently remade into seven movies in six languages. Plot Three young men (Jacques, Pierre and Michel) share an apartment in Paris having many girlfriends and parties; during the film, they have signed a contract never to allow a girl to spend more than one night at their place. During one party, a friend of Jacques' tells him he has a compromising package (which turned out to be heroin) to deliver, and asks Jacques if he can leave it discreetly at their place. Jacques agrees and, as he works as a steward, flies away for a one-month trip in Japan telling Pierre and Michel about the package. One of Jacques' former girlfriends drops a baby before their door, making Pierre and Michel believe it is the package they are waiting for. Their lives change completely. The movie follows the bachelors a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ouseppachan
Mechery Louis Ouseppachan (born 13 September 1955), known mononymously as Ouseppachan, is an Indian film composer and singer who primarily works in Malayalam films. He is a recipient of National Film Award, Filmfare Award and Kerala State Film Awards for his numerous film soundtrack albums and background scores. Early life Ouseppachan was born to Mechery Louis and Mathiri Paliakkara on 13 September 1955 in Ollur, Thrissur, Kerala, India.weblokam.com â€Profile/ref> He completed his formal education from St. Thomas College, Thrissur. He was interested in music and by the time he finished his formal education, he had become an expert violinist. Career He started his music career as violinist in some music troupes including Voice of Trichur. Later he got the chance to be the violinist in concerts of renowned playback singer Madhuri. He later became the violinist under music director Paravoor Devarajan master. Then he moved to Madras, Tamil Nadu where most of the recording works ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Saloo George
Saloo George is an Indian cinematographer in Malayalam cinema. Saloo George graduated in cinematography from M.G.R. Government Film and Television Training Institute, Adyar Film Institute, Chennai, Tamilnadu. Career Saalu George graduated in cinematography from M.G.R. Government Film and Television Training Institute, Adyar Film Institute, Chennai, Tamilnadu . Personal life Saalu George is married to Rekha George, children Joseph George, Abraham George, Cherian George. Partial filmography As cinematographer *''Banking Hours 10 to 4'' (2012) *''The Filmstaar'' (2011) *''Aazhakadal'' (2011) *''Sarkar Colony'' (2011) *''Utharaswayamvaram'' (2009) *''Bharya Onnu Makkal Moonnu'' (2009) *''Colours (film), Colours'' (2009) *''Kangaroo (2007 film), Kangaroo'' (2007) *''Kaakki'' (2007) *''Bada Dosth'' (2006) *''Kisan (film), Kisan'' (2006) *''Kilukkam Kilukilukkam'' (2006) *''Nerariyan CBI'' (2005) *''Ullam (2005 film), Ullam'' (2005) *''December'' (2005) *''Pandippada'' (2005) * ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Suresh Gopi
Suresh Gopi (born 26 June 1958) is an Indian actor, politician, playback singer and television presenter. He works predominantly in Malayalam cinema and has also appeared in some Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Bollywood films. Suresh made his acting debut as a child in the 1965 film ''Odayil Ninnu''. He made his debut as an adult in 1986 and since then, he has acted in more than 250 films. Suresh Gopi is a recipient of the National Film Award and the Kerala State Film Award in 1998 for his performance in ''Kaliyattam''. He was a nominated member of the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Parliament of India. Early life Suresh Gopi was born on 26 June 1958 in Kollam, Kerala, India to K. Gopinathan Pillai, a film distributor, and V. Gnanalekshmi Amma, as their eldest son. He has three younger brothers—Subhash Gopi, Sunil Gopi and Sanil Gopi (the latter two are twins). Suresh was brought up in Kollam. He completed his school education from Infant Jesus Anglo-Indian Higher Seconda ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |