Prithviraj's 'Kaduva' director reacts to plagiarism rumours, says 'not inspired by anyone'

Prithviraj starrer Kaduva's makers were recently accused of plagiarism by a Pala native named Jose Kuruvinakunnel. Reportedly, Jose has doubts that forthcoming movie is based on his life. However, director Shaji Kailas in a recent media interview with an online portal refuted Jose's claim. Shaji Kailas said that Kaduva narrates tale of a young planter, and added that film has connection with Jose. Shaji Kailas exclaimed that controversies are stemming because one has read script except him and Prithviraj. 

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Shaji Kailas clarifies Jose's claims 

Furr, in media interview, Shaji Kailas reportedly admitted that initially he and Renji Panicker had plans to make a movie based on Jose's real life. Shaji added that he and Renji met Jose regarding same. However, things did t work out, and film got shelved. Reportedly, Shaji Kailas- Renji Panicker movie was planned with Mohanlal in lead. 

When asked about similarities between Kaduva and Jose Kuruvinakunnel's life, actor and screenwriter Renji Panicker seemed clueless. Renji said since that he has t read script of Kaduva because he is t associated with team in any capacity. 

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Recently, Prithviraj anunced that he would begin work on Shaji Kailas directorial Kaduva soon. Prithviraj released first look of upcomer, where his intense look has mand to create a ripple among moviegoers. Here's first look of Prithviraj from Kaduva: 

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Kaduva was expected to go on floors early this year, however, due to pandemic, it got pushed, claimed a media report published on Friday. Prithviraj starrer marks return of famous Mollywood director Shaji Kailas, whose last release in Malayalam was Jayaram starrer Ginger. forthcoming movie is scripted by Jinu Abhraham.

What's next for Prithviraj?

On work front, Prithviraj Sukumaran has a slew of movies at different sts of production. Prithviraj Sukumaran is expected to start pre-production work on his next directorial L2: Empuraan soon. Prithviraj directorial is sequel to his 2019's hit movie Lucifer. forthcoming movie that stars Mohanlal in lead is penned by actor Murali Gopy. Or than forthcoming film, Prithviraj also has S Mahesh's Kaaliyan and Aashiq Abu's Vaariyamkunnan in his kitty. 

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