The highly anticipated teaser trailer for “Kathanar,” the upcoming Malayalam big-budget masterpiece starring Jayasurya, is officially out. Directed by Rojin Thomas, this magnum opus promises to transport audiences to a never-before-seen visual world in Malayalam cinema. Produced by Gokulam Gopalan under the prestigious Sree Gokulam Movies banner, the film’s post-production is currently in its final stages.
Here is everything you need to know about the phenomenal teaser trailer and the epic movie it precedes.
A Fresh Take on a Legendary Tale
“Kathanar” marks director Rojin Thomas’s return five years after his National Award-winning film Home. Reuniting the same creative team, the movie showcases the pinnacle of their five-year-long dedicated effort.
Unlike the conventional stories and television serials previously made about the legendary priest Kadamattathu Kathanar, this film dives deep into extensive research to present a completely fresh narrative. Set in the 9th century, the movie breaks away from traditional period fantasy tropes, introducing a unique visual language to Malayalam cinema.
Hollywood-Level Visuals and Massive Production
The newly released teaser trailer hints at a visual extravaganza reminiscent of Hollywood blockbusters. The stunning VFX, combined with Rahul Subramanian’s gripping background score, creates an extraordinary viewing experience. Everything from the costumes and makeup to the art direction and sound design has been crafted differently from what audiences are used to in standard period films.
According to director Rojin Thomas, the exceptional quality of the film is the result of around 500 technicians working tirelessly every day for nearly five years across various departments.
A Four-Year Dedication from Jayasurya
Rojin Thomas expressed profound gratitude to producer Sree Gokulam Gopalan and Executive Producer Krishnamoorthy for their immense courage and grand vision in backing such a colossal project. He also highlighted the incredible dedication of the lead actor, Jayasurya, who set aside four years of his career exclusively for Kathanar, ensuring the title character is brought to life with perfection.
Star-Studded Cast and 15-Language Release
Following the spectacular First Look and Glimpse videos, the teaser confirms that Kathanar will elevate the Malayalam film industry to new heights. To match its grand scale, the movie features a massive pan-Indian cast and is slated for a massive global release across 15 languages.
Key Cast Members:
- Jayasurya (Title Role)
- Anushka Shetty (South Indian Superstar)
- Prabhu Deva
- Sanoop San
- Sandy
- Devika
- Nitish Bharadwaj
- Vineeth
- Harish Uthaman
- Sreekanth Murali
- Kulpreet Yadav
Technical Crew Behind the Magic
The movie’s technical brilliance is driven by a highly skilled crew striving for the best output in every frame:
- Director: Rojin Thomas
- Writers: R Ramanand, Rojin Thomas
- Producer: Gokulam Gopalan (Sree Gokulam Movies)
- Co-Producers: Baiju Gopalan, V. C. Praveen
- Executive Producer: Krishnamoorthy
- Cinematography: Neil D’Cunha
- Music: Rahul Subramanian Unni
- Editing & VFX Director: Rojin Thomas
- Production Design: Rajeevan
- Action Design: Rojin Thomas
- Action Choreography: Jungjin Park, Kalai Kingson
- Head of Technologies: Senthil Nath
- Production Controller: Sidhu Panakkal
- Art Direction: Aji Kuttiyani, Ram Prasad
- Chief Associate Directors: Shalam, Gopesh Sarath
- Makeup: Ronex Xavier
- Costumes: Aneesh Thodupuzha
- Sound Design: Sync Cinema
- Audiography: Ajith A George
- Colorist: Lucas
- VFX & DI Studio: Poetic
- PRO: Sabari, Vazhoor Jose
