The blockbuster Malayalam movie, starring Fahadh Faasil, continues to dominate theaters and is now set to release on Amazon Prime Video on May 9. The action-comedy has earned over 146.9 crores worldwide and is estimated to have a budget of 30 crores. Fahadh Faasil portrays a Bengaluru gangster with roots in Kerala and Karnataka, known for his unique white attire and thick handlebar mustache.
Fahadh Faasil, known for his diverse roles in Malayalam cinema, has revealed his reasons for avoiding controversial themes related to religion in his films. In a recent interview, the actor explained that he believes the audience in Kerala prefers entertainment over harsh realities.
Allu Arjun, Fahadh Faasil, and Rashmika Mandanna star in the upcoming Telugu movie ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’. The song ‘Pushpa Pushpa’ from the film has been released featuring music composed by Devi Sri Prasad and lyrics written by Chandra Bose.
The enthralling song ‘Jaada’ from the highly anticipated Malayalam movie ‘Aavesham’ has captivated audiences with its captivating lyrics and haunting melody. Sung by the talented Sreenath Bhasi, the song features music composed by the renowned Sushin Shyam, while the lyrics were penned by the gifted Vinayak Sasikumar. Immerse yourself in the captivating rhythm and enchanting vocals of ‘Jaada’ as you delve into the world of ‘Aavesham,’ starring the enigmatic Fahadh Faasil.
Director-turned-actor SJ Suryah is set to make his Malayalam debut with a film starring Fahadh Faasil and directed by Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey-fame Vipin Das. The film is produced by Badusha Cinemas, and the makers have shared a behind-the-scenes photo on Instagram featuring Faasil, Suryah, and Das. Suryah has several other upcoming projects, including Kamal Haasan’s Indian 2, Ram Charan’s Game Changer, Nani’s Saripodhaa Sanivaaram, Dhanush’s Raayan, Pradeep Ranganathan’s Love Insurance Corporation, and Vikram’s Veera Dheera Sooran. Director Vipin Das is awaiting the release of his upcoming film Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, Nikhila Vimal, Anaswara Rajan, Basil Joseph, and Yogi Babu. Fahadh has several Tamil films in the pipeline, including Maareesan with Vadivelu and Vettaiyan with Rajinikanth, as well as Pushpa: The Rule co-starring Allu Arjun. He is also working on a Malayalam film with Kalyani Priyadarshan directed by Althaf Salim.
Fahadh Faasil has expressed reluctance to delve into religious themes in his films, citing the sensitivity and resistance to harsh truths among audiences in Kerala. His film ‘Trance,’ which explored the subject, failed to achieve commercial success due to its lack of entertainment value, he said. Faasil emphasized that while religion is a topic he would rather avoid for now, a revised second half of ‘Trance’ could have significantly improved its reception.
Malayalam actor Fahadh Faasil believes that Malayalam cinema has gained enough goodwill to experiment with unconventional themes but avoids religious subjects.
Faasil, known for his role in the film ‘Aavesham,’ discussed his movie ‘Trance,’ which attempted to expose the religious industry in Kerala but failed to resonate with audiences who prefer entertainment over harsh realities.
Despite the film’s critical acclaim, Faasil expresses reservations about addressing religion in his future projects in Kerala due to lack of public interest in such discussions.
The actor also highlights the need for entertainment in films, even those with awareness-raising themes, and acknowledges the censorship challenges faced by ‘Trance.’
Faasil emphasizes his preference to be seen as a performer rather than taken seriously outside of his acting roles.
Malayalam superstar Fahadh Faasil shines in ‘Aavesham’, an action-comedy masterpiece helmed by director Jithu Madhavan, set to captivate audiences on April 11, 2024. The film follows three engineering students as they navigate college life in Bangalore, facing off against their seniors. Their quest for revenge against a local goon, played by Faasil in an intriguing character departure, drives the captivating plot.
