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I finally feel like I am an actress: Anishma Anilkumar
I finally feel like I am an actress: Anishma Anilkumar

Time of India

time04-07-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Time of India

I finally feel like I am an actress: Anishma Anilkumar

Anishma Anilkumar , who had a breakthrough this year with Maranamass and I Am Kathalan, is now all set to make her Tamil debut, too. The Poovan actress speaks to us about working in Maranamass with Basil Joseph , her Tamil entry and more. 'Now, people recognise me' Anishma, who has became a household name with Marana mass, says she is now recognised more often. 'Now, I finally feel like – 'Oh, I am an actress!' People recognise me and come to tell me how much they enjoyed my film, which is heartening,' she says. Does such recognition leave an impact on her? 'I haven't changed much as a person. I'm still the same. Perhaps my parents and grandparents played a big role in keeping me grounded. ' Speaking about her expectations for her future, she says, "I just want to be part of films and do good roles – characters that people will remember. I have a wish list of directors I would love to work with." 'I have always wanted to do a humorous role' I did Maranamass after a gap. I had gone through several auditions around that time and was selected for this one after many rejections. I felt very lucky when I heard about the rest of the team. It was Sivettan's (director Sivaprasad ) call. Even I Am Kathalan hadn't released back then; only Poovan had hit screens. He decided to cast a newcomer. My role as Jessy in the film was something I had long hoped for – a humorous one. Rajeshettan (Rajesh Madhavan), Sureshettan( Suresh Krishna ) and Siju Sunny also helped a lot during the filming. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Wireless Charging Under ₹20k? Tecno Pova 7 Pro Yes TECNO Mobile Buy Now Undo On working with Basil Joseph On working with Basil Joseph in Maranamass, the actress says, 'Basil chetan is very spontaneous. I've always been a big fan of his work. As both director and actor, he offers suggestions and is receptive to our input. I was able to do most of my scenes well because Basil chetan was opposite me." She adds, "He lets us know if something is good and offers suggestions. His humour is fantastic, and he even shows us how to do certain things. His support gives us great confidence. The entire set would light up as soon as he arrived. There's so much to learn from him; his presence of mind is remarkable, and he improvises quickly.' 'I play a village girl in my Tamil debut' Making her entry into Tamil films, Anishma says she had her concerns as she was heading to a new place. 'When I started shooting in Tamil, I was worried about the industry being unfamiliar. And I had scenes with Vikram Prabhu (the film's lead) right at the beginning. I wasn't sure if I was communicating well with him at first as we didn't get a chance to talk before the scene. But he turned out to be very kind and often helped me during the shoot. Later, he asked me about my films and I felt he really likes Malayalam films. He plays a cop in this one, and I play a village girl.' 'I should thank Tamil films for my fluency in the language' Was she worried about her Tamil and dialogue delivery? Of course! 'I learnt to read and write Tamil from old posters, films and the like. But only now have I become fluent in the language. During the time I lived in Chennai to prepare for the role, I did gain some confidence, but there was always this anxiety about how it would pan out. I should thank all the Tamil films I've watched,' she says. Her favourite Tamil films include those of Mani Ratnam , and she adds, 'My father and I are big fans of Kamal Haasan 's films." 'The director would act out some scenes for us' Anishma also attended an acting workshop before the shoot and feels it "helped me immerse myself in the role'. Suresh, who has worked as an associate director with Vetri Maaran, is directing the film. Anishma says, 'The director had a lot of confidence in us and a clear idea of what he was doing. He would act out some scenes for us. He has a solid grip on his craft and knew exactly what he wanted. That gave us more confidence.' 'Kochi has become a home for me' Anishma is currently living in Kochi, which has become a home of sorts, and she has also made many friends in the industry. 'I know all the routes here. My school friends are all in Thiruvananthapuram – not that I've ever had a very large friends circle. But in Kochi, most of my friends are from the film industry. The people I've worked with in the past are now friends more than colleagues,' she says.

Thudarum to Alappuzha Gymkhana: Where to watch the best Malayalam movies of 2025 on OTT?
Thudarum to Alappuzha Gymkhana: Where to watch the best Malayalam movies of 2025 on OTT?

Hindustan Times

time29-06-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Hindustan Times

Thudarum to Alappuzha Gymkhana: Where to watch the best Malayalam movies of 2025 on OTT?

The first half of 2025 saw the release of several Malayalam films. Few, nevertheless, were able to leave a lasting impression on viewers or earn decent profits at the box office. After more than 40 days of a successful theatrical run, the majority of these hits made their OTT debut. The top Malayalam films of 2025 are listed here, along with where to watch them online. Posters of Thudarum and Rekhachithram Watch Malayalam's latest hits such as Alappuzha Gymkhana, Maranamass, Prince and Family and more on OTTplay Premium The public as well as critics appreciated this film, which was directed by Tharun Moorthy of Saudi Vellaka fame. Mohanlal's most recent movie, which made over ₹ 100 crore at the global box office, received accolades for its compelling story and outstanding performances. Rekhachithram (SonyLIV) The movie became the first Malayalam film to become a box office success in 2025. The story of a missing woman in the late 1980s is the focus of the investigation. Rekhachithram received plaudits for its ability to blend cinematic elements into an investigative thriller and its lead actors' nuanced performances. L2: Empuraan (JioHotstar) Prithviraj and Mohanlal's second installment of the trilogy, L2 Empuraan, after the 2019 box office blockbuster Lucifer, went on to rank among the highest-grossing Malayalam films of this year. Amidst controversies, the thriller appealed to the audience with its action sequences. Alappuzha Gymkhana (Sony LIV) The comedy and boxing scenes in the movie received plenty of attention. Alappuzha Gymkhana, which made its OTT premiere after a successful run in theatres, is a light-hearted story about a group of friends and their bromance amidst a boxing championship competition. Officer on Duty (Netflix) From a compelling storyline by Shahi Kabir to the outstanding performances by the cast, the movie had all the viewer could want in a good thriller. Officer on Duty maintains a realistic narrative while also cramming in plenty of action and intriguing scenes. Ponman (JioHotstar) Ponman ranks high among all the recent Malayalam films because it seamlessly blends emotional scenes with thriller aspects in its narrative. The Basil Joseph film proved to be one of the year's most critically acclaimed films thanks to phenomenal performances and plot. Pravinkoodu Shappu (Sony LIV) This film skilfully combines a gripping narrative with strong acting to create an engaging viewing experience for the audience. This movie, which features Soubin Shahir and Basil Joseph in the key roles, also has a dark comic undertone. Padakkalam (JioHotstar) Padakkalam, which centres on the concept of body-swapping, contains a number of humorous sequences. After its OTT release, the fantasy thriller—which was an unexpected hit in theaters—received even more recognition. Also Read: Love Malayalam thrillers? Here are a few films that you should not miss on OTT

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