All posts tagged: kunchacko boban

‘Played Chief Ministers of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra’: Mammootty explains difficulties of being CM | Malayalam News

‘Played Chief Ministers of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra’: Mammootty explains difficulties of being CM | Malayalam News

4 min readKochiMay 24, 2026 05:00 PM IST Malayalam megastar Mammootty and noted actor Kunchacko Boban made a surprise appearance at a grand reception organised for newly-appointed Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan, as well as other ministers and MLAs from the Ernakulam district, at the Rajiv Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Kadavanthra on Sunday, May 24. While addressing the gathering, Mammootty pointed out how strenuous the job of a chief minister is, given that the person holding the position is the state’s key decision-maker on all matters. The acting legend also extended his best wishes to Satheesan, sharing his hope that the latter would do an excellent job of addressing and resolving the masses’ woes, irrespective of which side the demand originated from. Must Read | Drishyam 3 box office collection day 3: Mohanlal’s film crosses Rs 100 crore mark worldwide ‘Being a Chief Minister is not easy at all,’ points out Mammootty “I have played the role of a Chief Minister in several films. Interestingly, I have portrayed the Chief Ministers of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, …

Mohanlal-Mammootty film earns Rs 29 crore worldwide

Mohanlal-Mammootty film earns Rs 29 crore worldwide

Patriot Malayalam Movie Box Office Collection Day 1 Live Updates: Mammootty and Mohanlal in Patriot. Patriot Movie Box Office Collection Day 1 Live Updates: Mohanlal and Mammootty’s much-anticipated film Patriot finally hit theatres on Friday amid massive buzz, bolstered by a star-studded cast that includes Nayanthara, Revathi, and Fahadh Faasil. According to trade tracker Sacnilk, Patriot earned Rs 9.8 crore across India from nearly 2,600 shows. The film’s worldwide collections after the first day stands at Rs 29.37 crore. The film had already indicated a strong opening through its advance bookings. Pre-sales reportedly touched close to Rs 10 crore worldwide, with particularly high demand in Kerala and key overseas markets. Trade analysts estimate that the film could earn around Rs 8 crore net in Kerala alone on day one, with additional contributions from other regions further boosting its domestic tally. Story continues below this ad Internationally, Patriot is also expected to deliver a robust performance. Early projections suggest that the film could clock an opening of nearly Rs 30 crore worldwide, potentially placing it among …

Patriot Review: Mohanlal steals the emotional show in Mammootty’s slow-burning spy actioner

Patriot Review: Mohanlal steals the emotional show in Mammootty’s slow-burning spy actioner

Name: Patriot Director: Mahesh Narayanan Cast: Mammootty, Mohanlal, Fahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban, Nayanthara, Darshana Rajendran, Revathi, Rajiv Menon, Vineeth Thattil David, Prakash Belawadi, Grace Antony, Indrans, Zarin Shihab Writer: Mahesh Narayanan Rating: 3.5/5 Patriot, starring Mammootty in the lead role, was released in theaters on May 1, 2026. Directed by Mahesh Narayanan, the spy action drama features a multistar cast including Fahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban, Nayanthara, Darshana Rajendran, and more. If you’re planning to watch the film in theaters this week, here’s the Pinkvilla review for you to check out. The Plot Patriot follows the story of Dr. Daniel James, a former agent who now runs a YouTube channel criticizing the government and its policies. His life takes a drastic turn when he opposes a surveillance program that threatens citizens’ privacy, leading to turmoil and him being framed as an enemy spy. With nowhere left to turn, Daniel seeks help from his friend, Col. Rahim Naik. Together, they must uncover a massive government conspiracy that could threaten national security. Whether they succeed and the cost …

Patriot Plot Revealed: Mammootty, Mohanlal’s spy action drama to explore a man’s fight against corrupt practices?

Patriot Plot Revealed: Mammootty, Mohanlal’s spy action drama to explore a man’s fight against corrupt practices?

Patriot, starring Mammootty and Mohanlal in the lead roles, is slated to release in theaters on May 1, 2026. Ahead of the film’s arrival on the big screen, it has been certified UA above 16, and details about its plot have also been revealed. Patriot Plot Revealed: Mammootty to play a YouTuber fighting against corruption? As per the latest updates, Patriot follows the story of Daniel, a famous YouTuber from Kerala who tries to expose a corrupt regional official, JP Sundaram. As Sundaram’s malpractices are on the verge of being exposed by Daniel, he is soon forced to go on the run and clear his name of the false allegations made against him by Sundaram’s team. How the YouTuber manages to overcome this cat-and-mouse chase, what his background is, and whether he succeeds in his mission are explored in the film. Directed by Mahesh Narayanan, this spy action drama features Mohanlal in a pivotal role, marking his reunion with Mammootty after a decade. Fahadh Faasil plays the main antagonist, while Kunchacko Boban, Nayanthara, Darshana Rajendran, …

6 South Films to Watch in Theaters This Week: Mammootty, Mohanlal’s Patriot to Dhanush’s Kara, KD The Devil

6 South Films to Watch in Theaters This Week: Mammootty, Mohanlal’s Patriot to Dhanush’s Kara, KD The Devil

South Indian cinema has lined up an exciting slate of films hitting theaters this week. If you’re wondering what to watch, here’s a look at some of the major upcoming releases. 6 South Films Releasing in Theaters This Week 1. Patriot Cast: Mammootty, Mohanlal, Fahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban, Nayanthara, Darshana Rajendran, Revathi, Rajiv Menon, Prakash Belawadi, Grace Antony Director: Mahesh Narayanan Genre: Spy Action Thriller Runtime: 2 hours and 52 minutes Language: Malayalam Release Date: May 1, 2026 Patriot explores the story of an intelligence device developed with government approval. However, when a man stands in opposition to its use, he becomes the only one capable of exposing the grave danger it poses and how it could harm everyone. As his revelations make him a target, the man, an ex-army officer, teams up with his paraplegic colleague to prevent disaster before time runs out. 2. Jet Lee Cast: Sathya, Rhea Singha, Vennela Kishore, Viva Harsha, Kabir Duhan Singh Director: Ritesh Rana Genre: Action Comedy Runtime: 2 hours and 12 minutes Language: Telugu Release Date: May …

Patriot: Mammootty rejects ‘pan-India’ label for spy-thriller with Mohanlal: ‘This film is made for Malayalis’

Patriot: Mammootty rejects ‘pan-India’ label for spy-thriller with Mohanlal: ‘This film is made for Malayalis’

Mammootty and Mohanlal’s coming together in the star-studded film Patriot has excited fans. The highly anticipated spy thriller is slowly inching towards its big screen release on May 1, 2026. Recently, at a press meet, the legendary actor ditched the ‘pan-India’ tag for his movie and clearly stated that it is made for Malayalis. Read on to know why he feels so. Mammootty calls Patriot a film made for Malayalis Directed by Mahesh Narayanan, Patriot has been the talk of the town for being a high-stakes entertainer starring several biggies. But the internet started buzzing when Mammootty underscored that it’s a game-changer for Malayalam cinema. During a press interaction in Kochi, the actor clarified, “This film is made for Malayalis.” He further expressed that while the heart of the film lies in Kerala, they hope it finds an audience outside it. The Vidheyan actor was quick to state, “The primary goal was to cater to the people of Kerala, whose cinematic tastes have evolved significantly over the years.” Despite the film featuring a stellar cast …

Mammootty initially had reservations about Patriot; Rajiv Menon compares film to The Bourne Identity | Malayalam News

Mammootty initially had reservations about Patriot; Rajiv Menon compares film to The Bourne Identity | Malayalam News

If there’s anything Malayalam movie audiences are certain about regarding director Mahesh Narayanan’s Patriot at the moment, it’s that the film won’t follow the obsolete formulas and worn-out templates usually adopted by filmmakers when crafting multi-starrers. Despite marking the on-screen reunion of superstars Mohanlal and Mammootty in central roles after 17 years since Joshiy’s Twenty:20 (2008), audiences are confident that the movie won’t be just another star vehicle. From its promotional materials, it’s also evident that Patriot will be the industry’s biggest spy thriller yet. Opening up about the project, megastar Mammootty noted that the Mahesh Narayanan directorial will prove that Malayalam cinema can produce films on such a grand scale. Only in Screen | No 20 Madras Mail: When Mohanlal and Mammootty made us believe they would take a bullet for each other ‘Patriot will appear that it’s been mounted on a much larger scale than it actually is’ “It will demonstrate that Malayalam cinema can also make a movie on such a massive canvas, like how Hollywood, Bollywood, Telugu and Tamil industries have …

Kunchacko Boban-starrer ‘Unmadham’ to release in August| Entertainment News

Kunchacko Boban-starrer ‘Unmadham’ to release in August| Entertainment News

New Delhi, T-Series and Panorama Studios’ psychological thriller “Unmadham”, featuring Kunchacko Boban and Lijomol Jose, is set to release on August 7. Kunchacko Boban-starrer ‘Unmadham’ to release in August The film is directed by Kiran Das and follows a police constable battling a fragile family life as he reopens a long-unsolved case believed to have supernatural undertones. As he digs deeper, the mystery intensifies, blurring the line between reality and delusion. “The film is about the frenzy that builds quietly within a person. My character is torn between responsibility and doubt, and as the case unfolds, his world begins to shift in unexpected ways. It’s a role that demanded emotional intensity and restraint at the same time,” Boban said in a statement. The project is written by Shahi Kabir and is presented by Gulshan Kumar, Bhushan Kumar, T-Series Films and Panorama Studios, and produced by Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak. The film is co-produced by Ram Mirchandani and Rajesh Menon, with Abhinav Mehrotra serving as creative producer. Bhushan Kumar, chairman and managing director of …

Mohanlal-Mammootty’s Patriot asked to change villain’s name resembling politician’s son? Producer clarifies | Malayalam News

Mohanlal-Mammootty’s Patriot asked to change villain’s name resembling politician’s son? Producer clarifies | Malayalam News

3 min readKochiApr 22, 2026 06:09 PM IST With the release of director Mahesh Narayanan’s Patriot right around the corner, Malayalam cinema is gearing up for the biggest cinematic celebration of the year, which marks the on-screen reunion of Mohanlal and Mammootty. Although they had briefly shared the screen in Ranjith’s Mammootty-starrer Kadal Kadannu Oru Maathukutty, where Mohanlal appeared in a cameo as himself, it was Joshiy’s Twenty:20 (2008) that was the last time the two headlined a project together. Hence, fans of both stars are excited to see them together yet again after 17 years. Also starring Nayanthara, Fahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban, Darshana Rajendran, Revathy, Rajiv Menon, and Zarin Shihab in key roles, Patriot is scheduled to hit the screens on Friday, May 1. While the clock ticks down, certain rumours have cropped up claiming that Patriot has had a run-in with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). Must Read | No 20 Madras Mail: When Mohanlal and Mammootty made us believe they would take a bullet for each other Producer on Patriot-CBFC …

4 Malayalam OTT Releases to Watch This Week: Nivin Pauly’s Prathichaya to Mohanlal, Mammootty’s Patriot Legends Hangout

4 Malayalam OTT Releases to Watch This Week: Nivin Pauly’s Prathichaya to Mohanlal, Mammootty’s Patriot Legends Hangout

Malayalam movies and series are once again hitting streaming platforms this week with a fresh array of titles. If you’re exploring new films and shows online, here’s a list of Malayalam OTT releases to check out. 4 Malayalam Releases to Watch This Week on OTT 1. Prathichaya Cast: Nivin Pauly, Sharaf U Dheen, Balachandra Menon, Harisree Ashokan, Maniyanpilla Raju, Ann Augustine, Sai Kumar, Nishanth Sagar, Neethu Krishna, Sabitha Anand Director: B. Unnikrishnan Genre: Drama Thriller Runtime: 2 hours and 42 minutes Where to watch: JioHotstar Streaming Date: April 24, 2026 Prathichaya follows the story of a tech entrepreneur-turned-strategist who is also the son of the Kerala Chief Minister. After his father dies as a result of a dangerous conspiracy orchestrated by a ruthless media tycoon, his life takes a dramatic turn. As the opposition attempts to exploit the conspiracy to its advantage and destabilize the political landscape, the entrepreneur takes it upon himself to uncover the conspirators’ strategies to tarnish his father’s name. He leads a battle against them, using his wit and skills to …