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Pink Villa
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Parasakthi: Another big name joins Sivakarthikeyan starrer? Ravi Mohan to play main antagonist
Parasakthi, starring Sivakarthikeyan in the lead role, is currently in the making with Sudha Kongara helming the project. With Ravi Mohan already confirmed to be playing the main antagonist, it looks like Rana Daggubati has joined the shoot as well. Rana Daggubati joins Sivakarthikeyan's Parasakthi? According to several reports, including one by Telugu Chitraalu, Rana Daggubati has begun working on the movie. While the actor's role hasn't been specified, he was seen leaving the shooting sets. Earlier, Malayalam actor and Minnal Murali director Basil Joseph was also spotted at the set of the Sivakarthikeyan starrer. What does Sudha Kongara have to say about Parasakthi's likely clash with Jana Nayagan Recently, Sudha Kongara made the headlines as she addressed the likely clash of Parasakthi with Thalapathy Vijay's Jana Nayagan. The director was seen at an event by Galatta where she explained how she does not know whether it will release together now, highlighting that it's the 'producer's call'. The period movie is touted to release for Pongal this year, but an official date is not finalized yet. On the other hand, Thalapathy Vijay's alleged final film will release on January 9, 2026, coinciding with Pongal week. Moreover, she talked about why they decided to cast SK for the lead role and said, 'Siva is definitely the right actor who suits the character. His boy next door looks, the honesty and sincerity he has in him, these qualities are similar to my hero's personality, which made him the perfect choice.' About Parasakthi Parasakthi is a Tamil-language political drama, directed by Sudha Kongara, who co-wrote it with Arjun Nadesan. The film is said to be based on the true story of the anti-Hindi agitations in Tamil Nadu that happened in 1965. With Sivakarthikeyan in the lead role, the movie features an ensemble cast like Ravi Mohan, Sreeleela, Atharvaa Murali, and many more in key roles. Coming to Rana Daggubati's work front, the actor was last seen in a leading role for the second season of the show, Rana Naidu. The Indian adaptation of the American series Ray Donovan showed Daggubati reprise his role as the titular character, co-starring alongside his uncle Venkatesh.
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Detective Ujjwalan' OTT release: Dhyan Sreenivasan's detective film starts streaming
After its theatrical run with a decent box office performance, Malayalam mystery comedy 'Detective Ujjwalan' is now set for its digital premiere. Starring and Siju Wilson in lead roles, the film has started streaming on Netflix, as we reported earlier. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The film is part of the growing Weekend Cinematic Universe, and it has caught attention for its quirky setting and curious narrative style. Interestingly, the Dhyan Sreenivasan starrer also shares a subtle connection to 'Minnal Murali'. This adds an extra layer of intrigue to its entire universe. Where mystery meets comedy in Plaachikkaavu Set in the quiet village of Plaachikkaavu, 'Detective Ujjwalan' follows the titular character, a small-time detective who's usually busy solving minor local cases. But things take an unexpected turn when a mysterious stranger arrives in town and challenges Ujjwalan's sleuthing skills. Detective Ujjwalan - Official Teaser What starts off as a lighthearted competition quickly turns into something far more sinister. The movie ends with a clever twist. A promising ensemble Alongside Dhyan Sreenivasan and Siju Wilson, the film stars Kottayam Nazeer, Seema G Nair, Ameen, Nihal Nizam, Nibraz Noushad, Shahubas, and Roni David Raj. The script and direction are handled by newcomers Indraneel Gopalakrishnan and Rahul G, marking their entry into feature filmmaking with a distinctly offbeat narrative style. Want to watch the film? Well, check out Etimes review. An excerpt from our official review reads, "There are some rules that a detective story needs to make it work and for the effect to stay with us. Some red herrings that will confuse the audience so that we are emotionally and intellectually caught up in the story, a detective who uses logic that will baffle us with its brilliance and a final revelation of the culprit that will shock us. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Detective Ujjwalan does not use any of these devices in a forceful enough manner. The period settings are interesting and the village characters are loveable enough, though some of the superb comic talents from social media, Ameen, Nihal Nizam, Nibraz and Shahubas, are barely utilised. The film seems to go in the direction of most Dhyan films; a bit of an anti-climax."
Pink Villa
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Detective Ujjwalan Review: Dhyan Sreenivasan starrer is a wannabe mystery that couldn't solve itself
Detective Ujjwalan, starring Dhyan Sreenivasan in the lead role, released in theaters on May 23, 2025. Following its theatrical run, the film is now available for streaming on Netflix. If you haven't watched the Malayalam-language mystery comedy yet, here's the Pinkvilla review for you to check out. The Plot Detective Ujjwalan features the story of Ujjwalan, a library owner who lives off his family's generational wealth. Apart from managing the library, he is an avid reader of mystery novels and crime movies. His interest in solving crimes leaves the locals of his village, Plaachikkaavu, to rely on him for figuring out petty thefts. However, his life faces a drastic change when a murder takes place in the village. Will Ujjwalan capture the culprit and who is responsible for the crime forms the rest of the story. The Good Detective Ujjwalan first works on the charm of the lead actors, not just Dhyan, but performers like Siju Wilson and Rony David Raj who hold the film together with their skills. The film, despite its poor screenplay and lack of execution in directing, features some colorful characters, sadly, they are severely underutilized. The interesting characterization leaves a mark with its quirkiness, making it watchable. From the technical aspects, Detective Ujjwalan is visually sound, with a special mention to Premkrishna Akkattu and Sraiyanti Harichandran. The Bad Detective Ujjwalan suffers severely from writing and direction. For most murder mysteries, the important factor is to have a sound screenplay with attention to detail, but the film is nowhere near being considered 'good writing'. Starting the story with a good concept, the movie remains inconsistent and fails to tie in the elements. The lack of conviction in making this murder mystery plausible is annoying at various points. What truly turns this film into a cinematic debacle is its forced attempt to establish a shared universe with Tovino Thomas' Minnal Murali, a move that feels completely out of place. In the contemporary situation of cinema, shared cinematic universes have reached a saturation point, and honestly, everyone is feeling fatigued. Coming to the technicalities, the musical aspects by Rzee and Sibi Mathew Alex are passable in the film. However, the lazy writing, coupled with Chaman Chakko's editing, makes the audience yawn. The Performances Detective Ujjwalan is surely a good concept on paper. But the directing is not up to par. The actors, however, made it a watchable venture. While Dhyan Sreenivasan and Siju Wilson were good, others like Kottayam Nazeer and Rony David Raj stood out with their comic timing. Furthermore, social media content creators like Ameen, Nihal Nizam, Nibraz Noushad, and Shahubas offer some great moments, but are nerfed by cutting their characters short, leaving out the possibility for more humor. Watch the trailer of Detective Ujjwalan here: The Verdict Detective Ujjwalan isn't exactly a murder mystery that makes you question the truth, but it feels more like a comical venture with shallow humor. Some elements and characters make the movie watchable and it could be checked out at least once.
Pink Villa
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Detective Ujjwalan OTT Release: When and where to watch Malayalam mystery comedy starring Dhyan Sreenivasan, Siju Wilson
Malayalam mystery comedy Detective Ujjwalan opened to mixed reviews at the box office and grossed moderately in terms of numbers. It has been a part of the Weekend Cinematic Universe helmed by producer Sophia Paul, who also led Minnal Murali. And now the movie has finally locked its official OTT streaming date. When and where to watch Detective Ujjwalan Detective Ujjwalan will begin streaming on Netflix starting July 11. The OTT giant confirmed the same with an official post on their X handle. However, it would only be available in its original Malayalam version. Sharing a poster of the film, they wrote 'Case endhaayalum Ujjwalan is always standing on business. Watch Detective Ujjwalan on Netflix, out 11 July in Malayalam.' Official trailer and plot of Detective Ujjwalan The premise of the movie is set against a village named Plaachikkaavu, where a local detective named Ujjwalan resides. Amid leading a mundane life, he once comes across as a somewhat ominous character who readily challenges his skills and intellect. What starts as a mere matter of competition turns into a deadly battle of wits. While the village itself is only known for minor crimes, the presence of this new character causes some unexpected and untoward turns, even in the lives of its residents. As a result, it leaves Ujjawalan with the task of determining whether he will successfully find the culprit. Its seeming connection with Minnal Murali also adds to the climax of the film. The film stars Dhyan Sreenivasan, Siju Wilson, Kottayam Nazeer, Seema G Nair, Ameen, Nihal Nizam, Nibraz Noushad, Shahubas, and Roni David Raj. It is written and directed by Indraneel Gopalakrishnan and Rahul G, and is produced by Sophia Paul under the banners of Phars Film and AP International.
Mint
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Detective Ujjwalan OTT Release: When and where to watch Dhyan Sreenivasan, Siju Wilson's mystery drama
Following a decent run at the box office since its theatrical release on May 23, 2025, Detective Ujjwalan, featuring Dhyan Sreenivasan, has had fans eagerly awaiting its digital premiere. Now, the latest reports indicate that the film might soon make its way to Netflix, although an official release date is yet to be announced. According to industry sources and a recent social media update by AB George, Netflix has reportedly acquired the streaming rights. This development has taken many by surprise, as the platform has not actively backed Malayalam films in recent times. So what drew them to Detective Ujjwalan? The answer may lie in the film's ties to Minnal Murali, the popular Tovino Thomas superhero film. Detective Ujjwalan exists within the same fictional world — the Weekend Cinematic Universe — and is set in the neighbouring village of Plaachikkaavu. This shared universe element is believed to have played a key role in catching Netflix's attention. Meanwhile, there are also reports that ZEE Network has bagged the satellite television rights for the film. Directed by Indraneel Gopeekrishnan and Rahul G, Detective Ujjwalan follows the story of an eccentric village detective who handles petty crimes — until his quiet town is rocked by a series of unsettling murders.
