ZEE5 Global is ready to launch 'Manorathangal,' a monumental nine-part Malayalam anthology series that promises to be a landmark event in Indian cinema, celebrating the 90-year legacy of the literary maestro MT Vasudevan Nair and is set to premiere on August 15, 2024. This series promises the comeback of legends of the South Indian film industry together in style.
'Manorathangal' Trailer
The latest released 106-second trailer is tantalising, featuring the introduction of actor-filmmaker Kamal Haasan, who highlights the legacy of MT Vasudevan Nair’s legacy. The promo keeps travelling one segment after the other and eventually comes with an array of impressive talent. Icons of Malayalam cinema icons Mohanlal and Mammootty take the center stage, helming different narratives, and showcasing their acting prowess like none other.
In the resplendent tapestry of Kerala, 'Manorathangal' represents the dual face of human nature by the great master himself. Each story in this anthology explores a delicate balance between humanity's noble aspirations and primal instincts, promising a rich tapestry of narratives bound to resonate with audiences.
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'Manorathangal' Cast
The anthology brings together some stellar talent in front of and behind the camera: 'Olavum Theeravum' by Priyadarshan, featuring Mohanlal; 'Kadugannava Oru Yathra Kurippu' by Ranjith, featuring Mammootty; and other interesting collaborations such as Biju Menon in Priyadarshan's 'Shilalikhitam'; Parvathy Thiruvothu in Shyamaprasad's 'Kazhcha.
The trailer indicates that every part of 'Manorathangal' is its independent entity—it is not only different in its settings and period but also in tone: Mohanlal's story is brilliant in its black-and-white, while Mammootty's exudes intense—the trailer suggests the vast range that is out there to be unlocked in the audiences in terms of emotions and experiences.
Also adding substance to the cast are Mahesh Narayanan's 'Sherlock' withFahadh Faasil, and Jayarajan Nair's 'Swargam Thurakkunna Samayam' (When the Doors of Heaven Open), featuring Kaillash, Indrans, and Nedumudi Venu. Santosh Sivan dons the director's hat for 'Abhyam Theedi Veendum' (Once Again, In Search of Refuge) with Siddhique in the lead and the anthology is finally rounded up with 'Kadalkkaattu' (Sea Breeze) with Indrajith and Aparna Balamurali, directed by Rathish Ambat.
As 'Manorathangal' is all set to stream on ZEE5 Global, expectations run rife about what could prove to be one of the most defining releases in the history of Indian cinema. Here's an ambitious project that is sure to interest a reader as it pays its homage to a legend in literature while bringing out the collaborative streak and immense talent pool of South Indian cinema.
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