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Manikuttan
Thomas James, (born 2 March 1986) better known by his stage name Manikuttan, is an Indian actor who works primarily in Malayalam films. He is known for his role as Kayamkulam Kochunni in the 2004 television serial of the same title. He was also a part of the Kerala Strikers team in Celebrity Cricket League for several years. In 2021, he participated and won the third season of the reality show ''Bigg Boss''. Early life Thomas James was born in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. He attended St. Mary's Higher Secondary School in Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram, and graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce from Mahatma Gandhi College. Career Manikuttan debuted as a child artist in ''Varnachirakukal'' (1999). He was made his debut as a lead actor in the film ''Oru Peelekanenta Oormakke'' (2004). His first film appearance was in the Malayalam film '' Boyy Friennd'' (2005), directed by Vinayan. He has since acted in films such as '' Mamangam'' (2019), and '' Marakkar: Lion of the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Bigg Boss (Malayalam TV Series) Season 3
The third season of the Indian Malayalam-language reality television game show ''Bigg Boss'' premiered on 14 February 2021. It is produced by Endemol Shine India under the control of Banijay and broadcast on Asianet with Mohanlal as the host. The show follows selected contestants who are isolated from the outside world for 112 days (or 16 weeks) in a custom-built house. The show got suspended on Day 95 after Tamil Nadu Police sealed the set due to violating lockdown rules. The contestants of the show were shifted to a hotel. Meanwhile, the makers released a statement that the season three is temporarily suspended due to the rising COVID-19 cases and lockdown in Tamil Nadu and the show will be restarted once the crisis is over. However, the show makers later declared that the season would have a winner, unlike the last season and the channel started online voting featuring all 8 finalists. The one who receives the maximum number of votes was declared the winner. The contestants ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Mamangam (2019 Film)
''Mamangam'' () is a 2019 Indian Malayalam-language period action film directed by M. Padmakumar, and produced by Kavya Film Company. Sajeev Pillai was the director in the first schedule, but was replaced by M. Padmakumar. It stars Mammootty in lead role, with Unni Mukundan, Achuthan and Siddique (actor), Siddique. The film is about the Mamankam festival of the 18th century in the banks of the Bharathappuzha at Tirunavaya, in the Malabar region. The film follows Mamankam festival#Tradition of chavers, Chaaverukal who plot to overthrow the Zamorin of Calicut, Samoothiri. Songs are composed by M. Jayachandran. Originally shot in Malayalam, it was dubbed in Tamil language, Tamil, Telugu language, Telugu and Hindi and simultaneously released worldwide on 12 December 2019. Synopsis During the medieval fair of Mamangam, twelve-year-old warrior Chandroth Chanthunni becomes a legend after putting up a brave fight against the Zamorin. Plot The film begins with a Mamangam festival ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Boyy Friennd
''Boyy Friennd'' is a 2005 Indian Malayalam-language romantic drama film directed by Vinayan and written by J. Pallassery from a story by Vinayan. The film stars Manikuttan, Sreenivasan, Mukesh, Madhumitha, Honey Rose and Lakshmi Gopalaswamy. The film was released on 28 October 2005. This movie marked the debut of Honey Rose. Plot This is a movie about Ramesh, a college student and his widowed mother Nandhini, and how their normal life takes a turn when a minister named Nadeshan, who has a grudge against them, is found murdered and they get suspected for the murder. But they are proven innocent because of city police commissioner Idiyan Kartha, with the help of CI Vigneshwaran and Nadeshan's twin, Dineshan. They find out that Minister Thankappan was the one behind the killing of Nadeshan, as Nadeshan mocked him for wanting to become the minister and Dasappan, who was the witness, helped him cover his crime. Finally, Ramesh is reunited not only with his mother, but also Julie a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Bigg Boss (Malayalam TV Series)
''Bigg Boss'', a Malayalam-language television reality show in India, is part of the ''Bigg Boss'' franchise produced by Endemol Shine India (owned by Banijay). It airs on Asianet and streams on JioHotstar. It is based on the Dutch reality show '' Big Brother''. Launched as part of Asianet's 25th-anniversary celebrations, the show has been hosted by Mohanlal since its inception. Overview The 'Bigg Boss' house A bespoke ''Bigg Boss'' house is constructed for each season. For the initial two seasons, the house was situated in Lonavala, Maharashtra, where the Hindi version of ''Bigg Boss'' typically takes place. Anticipating scheduling conflicts with other regional language editions, the house for seasons 2, 3, and 6 was established at EVP Film City in Chennai. For the 4th and 5th seasons, the house was located at Goregaon Film City. Following the conclusion of a season, the house is either retained for the next season and opened to the public as an attraction or complet ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Chotta Mumbai
''Chotta Mumbai'' () is a 2007 Indian Malayalam-language action comedy film directed by Anwar Rasheed, written by Benny P. Nayarambalam, and co-produced by Maniyanpilla Raju. The film stars Mohanlal in the lead role with Kalabhavan Mani, Siddique, Jagathy Sreekumar, Indrajith Sukumaran, Manikuttan, Bijukuttan, Sai Kumar, and Bhavana in supporting roles. Rahul Raj composed the score and songs of the film. The plot follows Vasco da Gama (Thala) and his gang of friends, all unemployed and leading a happy-go-lucky life until they encounter a corrupt police officer and gangster, Nadeshan. The film was a major box-office success and became a cult classic over the years leaving a lasting impact on Kerala's popular cinema. Widely regarded as one of the most entertaining ventures in Mohanlal's career, the film continues to be celebrated for its iconic dialogues, characters and Rahul Raj's soundtrack. A digitally remastered 4K Dolby Atmos version of Chotta Mumbai was released theatri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Heart Beats (film)
''Heart Beats'' is a 2007 Indian Malayalam-language romantic film starring Indrajith Sukumaran and Simran. Cast Production Simran reportedly okayed the film team after they reduced the size of her role. Indrajith Sukumaran plays a rich spoilt brat while Simran plays a mystery woman. Simran said that the film is not a typical campus story. Soundtrack The film's soundtrack contains 5 songs, all composed by George Peter and Lyrics by Gireesh Puthenchery. Reception A critic from ''Sify'' wrote that "The trouble with the film is that it does not have a structured storyline and has continuity lags". A critic from ''webindia123'' wrote that "Ultimately, ''Heartbeats'' ends up as just another wannabe ''Classmates A classmate is a student who is a member of the same class, in any of its meanings (a course, a lesson, a graduating year). Classmate(s) may also refer to: * ''Classmates'' (1914 film), a 1914 silent film produced by the Biograph Company * ''Cl ...''". Reference ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Hareendran Oru Nishkalankan
''Hareendran Oru Nishkalankan'' () is a 2007 Indian Malayalam-language film directed by Vinayan and written by Vishnu Vinayan, based on his own comic book. The movie stars Indrajith Sukumaran and Jayasurya in the lead roles. Plot The movie is narrated by Hareendra Varma, a rich young businessman. He is acquitted by the court in a sensational murder case. He begins narrating his story on the morning of the date of a person's death sentence. GK alias Gopalakrishnan is Hareendran's close friend who thinks money is the only important thing in life. He used to work sincerely for Hareendran's company, Starline Software Incorporates. Hareendran got a proposal from Indu, the daughter of a rich businessman. GK and his girlfriend, Pooja, help Hareendran in meeting Indu and discussing things since Hareendran is a shy guy. Alex, who is an idealist, is in love with Indu. Nevertheless, they have silly quarrels, and many times, their respective egos do not permit them to move forward in their ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Mayavi (2007 Film)
''Mayavi'' (English: Mystifier) is a 2007 Indian Malayalam-language action comedy film directed by Shafi and written by the Rafi Mecartin duo, starring Mammootty in the title role with Gopika, Sai Kumar, Manoj K. Jayan, Salim Kumar, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Vijayaraghavan and Santhosh Jogi in supporting roles. It was a commercial success and was remade in Tamil as '' Vallakottai'' in 2010. The film was a major commercial success and was the highest grossing Malayalam movie of the year. Plot Small time criminal, Mahi gets released from prison early. He has a reputation of beating up his rivals in the darkness. Mahi wants to help fellow inmate Balan whose brother Satheesh is in need of money for a life saving operation. A fellow crook, Giri proposes an assignment for Mahi which will earn him enough money for the operation. Thottappally Surendran plans to murder Sivasankaran to settle an old score. Sivasankaran is serving life sentence for killing Surendran's father and is due to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Bada Dosth
''Bada Dosth'' (transl. Big Friend) is a 2006 Indian Malayalam-language action thriller film directed by Viji Thampi and produced by Siddique. The film stars Suresh Gopi (in the titular role), Siddique, Jyothirmayi and Manoj K. Jayan in lead roles. The film had a musical score by M. Jayachandran. The film was released on October 20 on the Eve of Diwali. Plot This movie is the story about Daya Shankar (also called as Bada Dhosth), an efficient and daring IPS officer, famous for his gutsy actions against violence. His life takes an untoward turn when he come across a gangster Geevarghese a.k.a. G. V. Cast * Suresh Gopi as Daya Shankar IPS Commissioner Kochi City later alias Bada Dosth * Siddique as Geevarghese/GV, The main antagonist * Manoj K. Jayan as Commissioner Zakeer Ali IPS, a cop with anger issues * Cochin Haneefa as Javed Bhai * Jyothirmayi as Meenakshi, Daya Shankar's wife * Karthika Mathew as Journalist Nadira Hassan, Zakeer's love interest * Meghna Naidu as Na ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Flash (2007 Film)
''Flash'' is a 2007 Indian Malayalam-language psychological crime thriller film, directed by Sibi Malayil and written by S. Bhasurachandran. It was produced and distributed by Tomichan Mulakuppadam. The film stars Mohanlal, Indrajith Sukumaran and Parvathy Thiruvothu. The plot revolves around Dhwani, who has to go through some harrowing experiences, and her big, joint family. ''Flash'' was released on 25 December 2007. Plot Priyan is a software engineer working with Dr. Mithun, a Mumbai-based Information Technology industrialist. Dr. Mithun Madhavan is a psychiatrist in reality. Priyan is in love with his uncle's daughter Dhwani who was brought up in Chennai. The story deals with the disturbing events in Dhwani's life and how Dr. Mithun helps her overcome those.Until her father menon gets murdered and police suspect dhwani however mithun proves her innocence with CI jacob chandy's help and proves bhadran as the suspect however bhadran reveals that he's a witness to menon's de ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Kurukshetra (2008 Film)
''Kurukshetra'' is a 2008 Indian Malayalam language war film written and directed by Major Ravi. It is a prequel to the 2006 film '' Keerthi Chakra'' and the second installment in the Major Mahadevan film series, with Mohanlal reprising his role as Colonel Mahadevan The film is based on the Kargil conflict of 1999 between India and Pakistan. The political situation of the conflict is portrayed from an Indian perspective. The film was released on October 28 coinciding with Diwali. It was a box office success and was one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films of the year. The third film in the series ''Kandahar'' was released in 2010 and the fourth film '' 1971: Beyond Borders'' was released in 2017. Plot The story revolves around the 1999 Kargil War between India and Pakistan. It revolves around the Battle of Tololing between Indian Army Colonel Mahadevan and Pakistani Army Colonel Chengiz. In the climax, India wins the war and Mahadevan kills Chengiz and avenges the brutal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Lion Of The Arabian Sea
''Marakkar: Lion of the Arabian Sea'' (titled ''Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham'' in Malayalam) is a 2021 Indian Malayalam-language epic historical action drama film directed by Priyadarshan. Set in the 16th century Kozhikode, the film is based on the fourth Kunjali Marakkar named Muhammad Ali, the admiral of the fleet of the Zamorin. Priyadarshan scripted the film with Ani Sasi. The film is produced by Antony Perumbavoor's Aashirvad Cinemas. ''Marakkar'' features Mohanlal as Marakkar and Pranav Mohanlal as young Marakkar in the titlular roles, with ensemble cast consisting of Arjun Sarja, Suniel Shetty, Prabhu, Ashok Selvan, Nedumudi Venu (his posthumous film), Mukesh, Siddique, Manju Warrier, Keerthy Suresh, Kalyani Priyadarshan, Suhasini Maniratnam, Innocent, Mamukkoya, Hareesh Peradi, Santhosh Keezhattoor and K. B. Ganesh Kumar. In the film, upon being terrorised by an oppressive Portuguese regime, legendary naval chieftain Kunjali Marakkar IV wages an epic war against the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
