24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tovino Thomas steps into the 1950s with ‘Pallichattambi'; Kayadu Lohar joins; movie starts rolling
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Actor
Tovino Thomas
is all set to take audiences on a journey back in time with his latest film, 'Pallichattambi', which began shooting on the last day (June 23).
Directed by
Dijo Jose Antony
, the film is set in the late 1950s and brings to life the struggles and hopes of migrant farmers living in Kerala's high-range regions.
Director Dijo Jose Antony took to his Instagram handle to share a snap with the team and penned a note that read, "പ്രതീക്ഷകളോടെ….
നമ്മുടെ "പള്ളിച്ചട്ടമ്പിക്ക്" ഇന്ന് ശുഭ ആരംഭം. ( With much hope, 'Pallichattambi starts rolling.)"
A story carved from history and heart
'Pallichattambi' is set in 1957–58 and focuses on the lives of settlers in Kerala's hill regions. It's not just another period film — it's a tribute to the grit of a generation that built lives from scratch in unknown terrain.
Director Dijo Jose Antony, known for 'Queen', 'Jana Gana Mana', and 'Malayalee From India', helms the most awaited project of Tovino Thomas.
The script is written by Suresh Babu (of 'Shikkar', 'Oruthee', and 'Dadasaheb' fame). The film will be mounted on a large scale with strong emphasis on production design, led by renowned art director Dileep Nath.
Tovino Thomas aces his jump routine
Kayadu Lohar joins the project
Joining Tovino is the 'Dragon' fame Kayadu Lohar.
'Pallichattambi' also features a strong ensemble cast including Vijayaraghavan, Sudheer Karamana, Johny Antony, T.G. Ravi, and several fresh faces.
With Jakes Bejoy handling music, the film is expected to offer a grand theatrical experience for the audiences.
'Narivetta's success
Tovino Thomas's recent project was the crime drama movie 'Narivetta' which received decent reviews from the audiences and did a decent box office performance. The song 'Minnalvala' received much love from the audiences and is still on trending. Tovino Thomas also played a pivotal role in Mohanlal's 'L2: Empuraan'.
