Published 22:47 IST, August 23rd 2020
Mammootty has collaborated with acclaimed filmmaker Ranjith for these movies; See list
The National Award-winning actor, Mammootty has collaborated with the National Award-winning filmmaker Ranjith for several projects. Here is a list
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Mammootty predominantly works in Malayalam films but has also appeared in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi and English movies. Ranjith is a veteran director in Malayalam cinema. The National Award-winning actor has collaborated with the National Award-winning filmmaker on several projects giving several box-office hits. Below is a list.
Mammootty has worked in these movies directed by Ranjith
Black
Released in 2004, Black marks the first collaboration between Mammootty and Ranjith. It is a crime thriller film, written by Ranjith. The movie shows the underworld operations in Kochi. Mammootty essays the role of a Police Constable, who is a hitman. He tries to live a peaceful life when he finds his daughter. However, things turn bad when his friends begin to plot against him.
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Prajapathi
Mammootty, Sreenivasan, Aditi Rao Hydari, Siddique, Sandhya and Nedumudi Venu star in Prajapathi. Written and directed by Ranjith, it was released in 2006. The story follows a young 13-year-old boy who is falsely accused of killing his father and is sent to a juvenile home. On his return, he becomes ruler of his village but discovers that the evils of the village are his own relatives.
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Kaiyoppu
An account’s deep passion for books and literature is explored in the film. Ranjith directed and produced Kaiyoppu. The screenplay is written by Ambikasuthan Mangad, from a story by Ranjith. The movie stars Mammootty, Kushboo, and Mukesh. Released in 2017, it received mostly positive responses from the audiences.
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Paleri Manikyam: Oru Pathirakolapathakathinte Katha
Mammootty plays three characters in Paleri Manikyam: Oru Pathirakolapathakathinte Katha. Helmed by Ranjith, the movie is based on the novel of the same name by T. P. Rajeevan. A woman is found dead in a mysterious situation. Many inconsistencies arise while solving the case and it is eventually closed. Years later, Haridas decides to reopen the murder case. The 2009 released garnered several accolades.
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Pranchiyettan & the Saint
Written, directed and produced by Ranjith, Pranchiyettan & the Saint was released in 2010. It is a satirical comedy film starring Mammootty, Priyamani, Innocent, Sasi Kalinga, Siddique, Khushbu Sundar, Biju Menon, Tini Tom and others. The movie shows a successful businessman who frequently has a conversation with an imaginary St. Francis of Assisi.
Puthan Panam
Mammootty and Ranjith ventured together after a gap of seven years in Puthan Panam. The film also features Baiju, Hareesh Perumanna, Mamukkoya, Nirmal Palazhi and Swaraj Gramika. The plot centres around Mangalore-based underworld don’s life. It shows his struggle to trade black money following the demonetisation in India.
22:47 IST, August 23rd 2020