Published 16:43 IST, September 29th 2020
Prithviraj's film 'Vilayath Buddha' picked by Jayam Nambiar after director Sachy's demise
Prithviraj Sukumaran's film 'Vilayath Buddha' was recently picked by Jayam Nambiar, a close friend of Sachy, who was initially the director of this film. Read
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South Indian actor Prithviraj Sukumaran is all set to star in a Malayalam film titled Vilayath Buddha. film was initially a KR Sachidanandan project which could t be carried forward as director passed away in June 2020. According to a report by Onmarama, this film has w been picked up by Jayam Nambiar, who studied Sachy’s work closely and also considered him a mentor. In kfilm, Prithviraj is likely to play a smuggler.
Prithviraj in Vilayath Buddha
Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran will be seen in an upcoming film, Vilayath Buddha, where he will reportedly play role of a smuggler. According to a report by Onmarama, Jayan Nambiar considers project quite special as it was last film his mentor was associated with. report also suggests that actor Prithviraj persuaded him to take over project.
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film Vilayath Buddha will be produced under Prithviraj Sukumaran's official banner, Prithviraj Productions. script of this film is being prepared by GR Indugopan and Rajesh. Fans have also been quite excited about project as it will feature actor in a unique avatar.
Director KR Sachidanandan, famously kwn by name Sachy, was one of most celebrated directors of Malayalam cinema. He passed away on June 18, at of 48, due to a heart-related issues. He had been admitted to a hospital in Thrissur after undergoing knee-replacement surgery. He had also been in a critical condition for two days, under support of a ventilator. His demise had come as a shock to many Mollywood movie buffs as his films were highly appreciated.
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director had previously worked with Prithviraj Sukumaran on thriller-drama film Ayyappanum Koshiyum. plot of this film revolved around a clash between Ayyappan and a senior police officer kwn by name Koshi. film was written and directed by Sachy and had worked well amongst fans because of its strong script and performances. film also starred actors like Biju Men and Ranjith in key roles.
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16:43 IST, September 29th 2020