Exclusive: Harald Zwart, director of 2010 reboot The Karate Kid, has been set to direct thriller Betrayed, which is in development for LA-based production banner Onphaya.
The film will chart the story of a Professor of Archeology who discovers some ancient biblical text fragments that shake the foundations of religious thought. Her personal safety and longtime beliefs are challenged as she fights to overcome evil factions that will go to any length to ensure the truth remains buried in history.
Pic is based on a script by Australian writer-director Antony J. Bowman (Paperback Hero), inspired by a story from Phillip Middleton and Bowman. Peta Johnson will executive-produce the project with Rick Selvage for Onphaya.
“It is important now to bring Betrayed to the screen with its timely yet sometime controversial themes. It is an action thriller for our times”, said Selvage, an executive producer on Amazon series The Wheel of Time.
The film will chart the story of a Professor of Archeology who discovers some ancient biblical text fragments that shake the foundations of religious thought. Her personal safety and longtime beliefs are challenged as she fights to overcome evil factions that will go to any length to ensure the truth remains buried in history.
Pic is based on a script by Australian writer-director Antony J. Bowman (Paperback Hero), inspired by a story from Phillip Middleton and Bowman. Peta Johnson will executive-produce the project with Rick Selvage for Onphaya.
“It is important now to bring Betrayed to the screen with its timely yet sometime controversial themes. It is an action thriller for our times”, said Selvage, an executive producer on Amazon series The Wheel of Time.
- 3/8/2024
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
The much-awaited collaboration between the legendary actor Mohanlal and acclaimed director Jeethu Joseph, titled “Neru”, has completed its shooting schedule and is all set to hit the screens on December 21, 2023. The film, which is produced by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Aashirvad Cinemas, is a realistic legal thriller with elements of a family drama1.
“Neru” marks the fifth time that Mohanlal and Jeethu Joseph have teamed up for a project, after the blockbuster “Drishyam” franchise, “12th Man”, and the yet-to-be-released “Ram: Part 1”. The film’s script is penned by Jeethu Joseph and co-written by Santhi Mayadevi, who has played a crucial role in the sequel of the superhit film ‘Drishyam’2. The film also features Priya Mani, Siddique, Nandu, Dinesh Prabhakar, Sankar Induchoodan, Mathew Varghese, Kalesh Ramadevi, Kalabhavan Jinto, Reshmy Anil, and Dr. Prashant in pivotal roles1.
The film’s technical crew includes cinematographer Satheesh Kurup, music director Vishnu Shyam and editor Vs Vinayak,...
“Neru” marks the fifth time that Mohanlal and Jeethu Joseph have teamed up for a project, after the blockbuster “Drishyam” franchise, “12th Man”, and the yet-to-be-released “Ram: Part 1”. The film’s script is penned by Jeethu Joseph and co-written by Santhi Mayadevi, who has played a crucial role in the sequel of the superhit film ‘Drishyam’2. The film also features Priya Mani, Siddique, Nandu, Dinesh Prabhakar, Sankar Induchoodan, Mathew Varghese, Kalesh Ramadevi, Kalabhavan Jinto, Reshmy Anil, and Dr. Prashant in pivotal roles1.
The film’s technical crew includes cinematographer Satheesh Kurup, music director Vishnu Shyam and editor Vs Vinayak,...
- 10/5/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Malayalam superstar Mohanlal has given his fans a double treat by announcing his collaboration with two of the most celebrated filmmakers in the industry – Joshiy and Shaji Kailas. The actor, who is currently busy with the shooting of Jeethu Joseph’s ‘12th Man’, will soon join the sets of Joshiy’s film, which is scripted by Chemban Vinod Jose. The untitled project is expected to be a thrilling entertainer that will showcase Mohanlal’s charisma and versatility.
Laila O Laila Trailer
The news of Mohanlal and Joshiy joining hands was around the corner and fans got excited when film journalist Unni Rajendran confirmed it on his Twitter account. The duo has previously worked together in the 2015 film ‘Lailaa O Lailaa’, which was a commercial success.
As if this was not enough, Unni Rajendran also revealed another exciting news for Mohanlal fans. He tweeted that Mohanlal will be teaming up with Shaji Kailas for another project,...
Laila O Laila Trailer
The news of Mohanlal and Joshiy joining hands was around the corner and fans got excited when film journalist Unni Rajendran confirmed it on his Twitter account. The duo has previously worked together in the 2015 film ‘Lailaa O Lailaa’, which was a commercial success.
As if this was not enough, Unni Rajendran also revealed another exciting news for Mohanlal fans. He tweeted that Mohanlal will be teaming up with Shaji Kailas for another project,...
- 9/29/2023
- by CineArticles Editorial Team
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
Mohanlal, the superstar of Malayalam cinema, is all set to play a lawyer after a long time in his career, after ‘Harikrishnans’, Red Chillies and ‘Adhipan’. He has joined the sets of ‘Neru’, a realistic legal thriller directed by Jeethu Joseph, who is known for his blockbuster films like ‘Drishyam’ and ‘Memories’. The film is produced by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Aashirvad Cinemas.
‘Neru’ is based on true multiple incidents that happen inside the courtroom, such as judgement, manipulations, arguments, and emotions. The film will follow a procedural screenplay, without any suspense or twists. It will focus on the human drama and the ethical dilemmas faced by the characters involved in the legal system.
Neru Teaser
According to reports, The film has a stellar ensemble cast that includes Priya Mani, Siddique, Nandu, Dinesh Prabhakar, Sankar Induchoodan, Mathew Varghese, Kalesh Ramadevi, Kalabhavan Jinto, Reshmy Anil, and Dr. Prashant. The...
‘Neru’ is based on true multiple incidents that happen inside the courtroom, such as judgement, manipulations, arguments, and emotions. The film will follow a procedural screenplay, without any suspense or twists. It will focus on the human drama and the ethical dilemmas faced by the characters involved in the legal system.
Neru Teaser
According to reports, The film has a stellar ensemble cast that includes Priya Mani, Siddique, Nandu, Dinesh Prabhakar, Sankar Induchoodan, Mathew Varghese, Kalesh Ramadevi, Kalabhavan Jinto, Reshmy Anil, and Dr. Prashant. The...
- 9/9/2023
- by amalprasadappu
- https://thecinemanews.online/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IMG_4649
ReviewThis Malayalam film streaming on SonyLiv has a crowded cast, but the seamless screenplay, strong direction, smooth editing, and intelligent shot selection ensure that you understand each character.Screengrab / 1001 NunakalThe most popular maxim when it comes to marriage in India has to be the one about uttering even a thousand lies to make a wedding happen. Honesty, then, isn’t a virtue that’s traditionally recommended in the institution of marriage. Directed by Thamar Kv who co-wrote the film with Hashim Sulaiman, 1001 Nunakal is about the nature of truth and lies. Though we may automatically say that we prefer the former, can we really handle it? Perhaps Jack Nicholson in A Few Good Men (1992) was onto something when he famously yelled, “You can’t handle the truth!” 1001 Nunakal is set in Dubai where the close-knit Nri Malayali community depends on each other in times of crises. An apartment fire triggers...
- 8/18/2023
- by MariaR
- The News Minute
EntertainmentMohanlal was expected to work next in Empuran, a Prithviraj directorial but reports said the Jeethu Joseph movie will begin first.Mohanlal, Jeethu Joseph and Antony Perumbavoor : Pic/ Facebook page, Jeethu JosephActor Mohanlal and director Jeethu Joseph of Drishyam fame have reunited under the banner of Aashirvad Cinemas for a new film. As per reports, the movie to be produced by Antony Perumbavoor will begin its shoot in August 2023. Mohanlal was expected to work next in Empuran, a Prithviraj directorial but reports said the Jeethu Joseph movie will begin first. The movie will not be a sequel of Drishyam series. This is the 33rd film to be produced by Aashirvad cinemas. The first Mohanlal- Jeethu combo under Aashirvad cinemas was Drishyam, released in 2013 and turned out to be a blockbuster hit. The movie in the crime thriller genre had a sequel Drishyam 2 in 2021, which was also a hit.
- 7/13/2023
- by Haritha
- The News Minute
Indie filmsDirectors of critically acclaimed small scale, indie films speak to Tnm about the commercialisation of Ott and the resultant lack of opportunities and impact it has had on the independent film scene.Saradha Upicxy.Com/ANIKETGAIKWAD293, Screengrab/ YouTubeFollowing the onset of the pandemic, streaming star-studded films at the click of a button from the comforts of our homes has become the new normal. For the better part of two years, over-the-top (Ott) giants witnessed a mammoth increase in their viewership and as a result also tweaked their content strategy to cater to the mainstream film audience. As per global market research firm PwC’s ‘Global Entertainment & Media Outlook 2020-2024’ report, India is the world’s fastest growing Ott market at the moment and is projected to emerge as the world’s sixth largest by 2024. From Mohanlal’s Drishyam 2 (Malayalam), 12th Man, and Nani’s Tuck Jagadish to Dhanush’s...
- 6/29/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
MollywoodMalayalam cinema has seen a revival of sorts when it comes to cop dramas. Tnm brings you a list of recently released films in the genre.Tnm StaffFacebookIntense police procedurals, genre-bending thrillers, gripping murder mysteries – Mollywood has delivered a variety of cop dramas. Following the massive success of last year’s neo-noir thriller Nayattu, a number of films featuring headliners as cops have released in 2021 and 2022. Although older Malayalam cop dramas like Mammootty’s Inspector Balram, Mohanlal’s Mukham and Suresh Gopi’s Commissioner, among others, have remained popular for decades, Malayalam cinema has seen a revival of sorts when it comes to the genre, with films like Cold Case, Salute, Kuttavum Sikshayum and more. We bring to you a list of recently released films in the genre. Salute: This slow-burn police procedural features Dulquer Salmaan as Aravind, a Sub Inspector who is investigating an infamous double murder. Faced with...
- 6/3/2022
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
ReviewThe murder mystery revolves around 11 friends and a strange game they play with their phones out on the table.CrisPerhaps Kr Krishnakumar, the scriptwriter, was preparing us for the murder ahead when he introduces 11 people as a set of annoyingly superficial friends in 12th Man, the new thriller from the Jeethu Joseph-Mohanlal team. Why else would a bunch of grownups have such lousy conversations, passing on a secret like kindergarteners and generally making the accidental viewer squirm? Either the writer never paid attention when friends had conversations around him or else he wanted us to see how absurd this gang of people he had to write about were. Just so there is no surprise when one of them dies and all the others become suspects. There is of course the twelfth man, the stranger, coming into their midst, making things slightly interesting. Mohanlal, unsurprisingly, is the stranger at the resort...
- 5/20/2022
- by Cris
- The News Minute
MollywoodMohanlal and director Jeethu Joseph had teamed up earlier for the successful ‘Drishyam’ franchise. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeThe trailer of actor Mohanlal’s upcoming film 12th Man was unveiled on May 3. Following the massive success of the Drishyam franchise, director Jeethu Joseph and Mohanlal have teamed up for 12th Man. The trailer begins with eleven friends who met each other during their days in college, catching up with each other in a reunion of sorts. They decide to go on a trip. It is during their stay that they are introduced to Mohanlal’s character, who does not seem to be related to the group but mentions that he would like to join as the 12th Man. In the subsequent scene, we see how someone falling down at the viewpoint, invokes suspicion. Towards the end of the trailer, the audience hears the dialogue, “Everyone has two secrets. One, you like to hide and two,...
- 5/3/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
MollywoodApart from Mohanlal, the cast of ‘12th Man’ also includes actors Unni Mukundan, Saiju Kurup, and Anusree, among others.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeThe teaser of Mollywood star Mohanlal’s upcoming film 12th Man, which is helmed by Drishyam director Jeethu Joseph, was unveiled on April 27. The teaser hints at a dark thriller. Apart from Mohanlal, the cast also includes actors Unni Mukundan, Saiju Kurup, Anusree, Anu Sithara, Priyanka Nair, Anu Mohan, Rahul Madhav, Leona Lishoy, Chandunath, and Aditi Ravi, among others. “Everyone has three lives. A public life, a private life, and a secret life,” the lines in the teaser read. The film is produced by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Aashirvad Cinemas. It has screenplay by Kr Krishnakumar, while Satheesh Kurup is on board as the cinematographer for the project. Anil Johnson has been roped in as the music composer. 12th Man has editing by Vinayak. The film is...
- 4/27/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
‘Kooman’ marks the first-time collaboration between the director-actor duo. Tnm StaffFacebook/ Jeethu Joseph, Asif Ali Malayalam director Jeethu Joseph unveiled the first look motion poster of his upcoming film Kooman - The Night Rider. He has teamed up with actor Asif Ali, who will be playing the lead role. The announcement was made on Wednesday, February 2. Kooman marks the first-time collaboration between Jeethu Joseph and Asif Ali. Bankrolled by producer Allwin Antony under the banner of Annaya Films, the movie is written by Kr Krishnakumar Sharing the motion poster, Jeethu Joseph wrote: “Unveiling the title and motion poster of my next #Kooman - The Night Rider starring #AsifAli, written by #KRKrishnakumar & Produced by #AllwinAntony under the banner of #AnanyaFilms !!! (sic).” Actor Asif Ali also shared the video on his official Instagram handle and wrote, “The much-awaited announcement is here! Teaming up with Jeethu Joseph.” With eerie music playing in the background,...
- 2/3/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
MollywoodThe first-look poster from 'Monster' shows that Mohanlal will essay the role of a Sikh man named Lucky Singh.Tnm StaffMohanlal/ MonsterMollywood star Mohanlal took to social media on Wednesday, November 10, to announce that he has signed a new movie titled Monster. He also shared the first-look poster from the movie. The film is being helmed by Vysakh, who had also directed Mohanlal’s hit 2016 Malayalam film Pulimurugan. Monster also has Pulimurugan screenwriter Uday Krishna on board for the project. Sporting an intriguing look while donning a black t-shirt with a matching turban, the poster reveals that Mohanlal will be essaying the role of a Sikh man named Lucky Singh. Antony Perumbavoor, the producer of his upcoming period drama Marakkar, is also on board as the producer for Monster. Sharing the update with fans, Mohanlal wrote: “‘Monster’ is helmed by Vysakh, the filmmaker who had previously directed Mohanlal...
- 11/10/2021
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
MollywoodActor Mohanlal and director Jeethu Joseph have previously collaborated in the critically acclaimed Malayalam movies ‘Drishyam’ and ‘Drishyam 2’.Tnm StaffTwitter/ Mohanlal Mollywood star Mohanlal’s next film with director Jeethu Joseph, 12th Man went on floors on Tuesday, August 17, coinciding with the first day of the Chingam month as per the Malayalam calendar. Actor Mohanlal shared photos from the customary puja ceremony on social media to the delight of his fans. Producer Antony Perumbavoor and actor Unni Mukundan were among those attending the puja. Mohanlal and Jeethu Joseph have collaborated earlier for the hit Drishyam franchise. The critically acclaimed Malayalam movie Drishyam had a huge run at the box office and was also remade in several languages including Tamil, Telugu and Hindi. Drishyam 2, which is the sequel of Drishyam, was released on Over-the-top (Ott) platform Amazon Prime Video this year. Before Drishyam 2, the director and actor duo had...
- 8/17/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
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