Mammootty turns 68: How the Malayalam megastar stays relevant by straddling big-budget films with meaningful cinema
5 years, 6 months ago

Mammootty turns 68: How the Malayalam megastar stays relevant by straddling big-budget films with meaningful cinema

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In this year’s Khalid Rahman directed Unda _, Mammootty plays SI Manikandan, who heads a team of Kerala cops assigned to cover election duty in the Maoist Chhattisgarh. Still counted amongst the actor’s popular roles, Mammootty handles Meledathu Raghavan Nair with a dramatic intensity, expressions flap across his face quickly, and the voice modulation picks a higher pitch. “When a journalist friend of his son’s wants to interview Narayanan as a struggler who could not succeed even after many years in the Gulf, Narayanan asks the young man after a pause – ‘Did Satheesan tell you that I’m a failure?’ The actor, in that pause, lets you into Narayanan’s mind – ‘Does my son really think of me as a failure?’ “Beautiful,” observes Independent journalist Krishna Kumar. And two decades later, the actor played a similar but more flamboyant version of Patelar in Ranjith’s Palerimanikyam Oru Pathirakolapathakathinte Katha — Murikkum kunnathu Ahmed Haji. Agrees Kumar— “I don’t think any actor channels a character’s inherent goodness better.” Chandu to Pazhassi Raja Two epic characters released within a time span of 20 years has the actor playing a fallen war hero.

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Mammootty’s team denies rumours on cancer diagnosis: ‘He is on break for Ramadan fasting’
1 week, 3 days ago

Mammootty’s team denies rumours on cancer diagnosis: ‘He is on break for Ramadan fasting’

The Hindu  

On Sunday, social media was abuzz with speculation that Malayalam superstar Mammootty had been diagnosed with cancer, and that the superstar is hitting a pause on film commitments to undergo treatment. Now, on Monday, the superstar’s team has put an end to all such rumours, stating that the actor is on break from films due to Ramadan. In fact, after …

Mammootty's team dismisses cancer rumours, reveals actor is on a vacation
1 week, 4 days ago

Mammootty's team dismisses cancer rumours, reveals actor is on a vacation

Hindustan Times  

Mammootty is considered one of the most prolific actors of his generation. In fact, after the break he will go back to shooting for Mahesh Narayanan’s film with Mohanlal.” About his next Fans are eagerly waiting to catch Mahesh Narayanan's film, which will bring two superstars Mammootty and Mohanlal on screen, after several years. Mammootty won his 15th Filmfare Award …

Mammootty's team dismisses cancer rumours: He is on vacation, is fasting for Ramzan
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1 week, 4 days ago

Mammootty's team dismisses cancer rumours: He is on vacation, is fasting for Ramzan

India Today  

Reports had been doing the rounds about Malayalam actor Mammootty. In fact, after the break, he will go back to shooting for Mahesh Narayanan’s film with Mohanlal," the actor's PR told Mid-Day. The first schedule of Mahesh Narayanan's film starring Mammootty and Mohanlal was kickstarted in Sri Lanka. Bazooka is an action thriller directed by debutant Deeno Dennis and also …

Mammootty, Mohanal using their stardom to make good films, says Naseeruddin Shah
2 months ago

Mammootty, Mohanal using their stardom to make good films, says Naseeruddin Shah

The Hindu  

Few actors express the emotions of a character the way Naseeruddin Shah does, with every subtlety, every nuance. “He always was very fond of me,” says Mr. Shah, who came to the city to speak at the Kerala Literature Festival. So I had an uphill task.” Mr. Shah says he enjoyed working with Mammootty in that film. “He is a …

Mohanlal-Mammootty reunite for a viral selfie with actor Kunchacko Boban
4 months, 1 week ago

Mohanlal-Mammootty reunite for a viral selfie with actor Kunchacko Boban

India Today  

Malayalam actor Kunchacko Boban on Monday, November 18 shared a picture on Instagram in which he was seen posing with Malayalam superstars Mammootty and Mohanlal. Boban is working with Mammootty and Mohanlal, who have reunited on-screen after a decade for a film directed by Mahesh Narayanan of Malik fame. In one of the three pictures that Boban shared online, Mammootty …

Malayalam superstars Mammootty, Mohanlal to team up? Producer's post sparks buzz
7 months ago

Malayalam superstars Mammootty, Mohanlal to team up? Producer's post sparks buzz

India Today  

Malayalam superstars Mohanlal and Mammootty are likely to join hands for a film. Producer Antony Perumbavoor shared a series of pictures with the two legends, which were taken at an award show that took place in Kochi earlier this week. Sharing the photos, producer Antony Perumbavoor wrote, "@aashirvadcine @mammoottykampany." Here are the photos: Antony Perumbavoor's production house, Aashirwad Cinemas, has …

‘Bazooka’ teaser: Mammootty starrer promises a stylish actioner
7 months, 1 week ago

‘Bazooka’ teaser: Mammootty starrer promises a stylish actioner

The Hindu  

The makers of Bazooka have released the film’s teaser. He calls the film, “a game between good and bad.” An air of mystery surrounds Mammootty’s character in the film. What’s your role in the film?.” Mammootty, who sports a ponytail hairstyle, is seen in a stylish avatar in the movie. Deeno Dennis has written the film while Midhun Mukundan, who …

Anurag Kashyap praises Mammootty's film choices: He is taking so many chances
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Anurag Kashyap praises Mammootty's film choices: He is taking so many chances

India Today  

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap highlighted the differences between the Hindi and South Indian film industries, praising the bold creative choices of Malayalam star Mammootty. Speaking on the Humans of Cinema YouTube channel, Kashyap noted that Mammootty stands apart from his Bollywood counterparts due to his willingness to take risks. Kashyap also mentioned the cap on ticket prices in the Telugu film …

Mammootty Shares How He Got Megastar Title, Loves Being Called Mammookka
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Mammootty Shares How He Got Megastar Title, Loves Being Called Mammookka

ABP News  

Malayalam megastar Mammootty is one of the most popular actors in the country. The actor, who is lovingly called Mammookka by his fans, recently spoke about the origin of his "megastar" title and his long-standing career. Mammootty on being called the megastar In a conversation with Khalid Al Ameri, Mammooty called Dubai his second home and shared that it was …

Mammootty says he does not expect people to remember him after he is gone: ‘I am one among thousands’
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Mammootty says he does not expect people to remember him after he is gone: ‘I am one among thousands’

Hindustan Times  

Even after decades in the film industry, Mammootty is pushing the envelope when it comes to original stories. The actor opened up in a new interview with Khalid Al Ameri, a United Arab Emirates-based YouTuber, about whether he ever wants to quit acting, thinking that he has done enough. Don’t expect people to remember you till the end of the …

Mammootty Wishes Mohanlal Happy Birthday With An Ultimate Bromance Pic
10 months ago

Mammootty Wishes Mohanlal Happy Birthday With An Ultimate Bromance Pic

News 18  

Superstar Mohanlal turned 64 years old today. Actor Mammootty, who has worked on many films with Mohanlal, also shared a wholesome birthday post for his beloved friend and colleague. The veteran actor shared a photo of him kissing Mohanlal on his cheek, as he captioned the photo, “Happy Birthday Dear Lal". Mohanlal and Mammootty first shared the screen in the …

Online hate campaign against Mammootty draws widespread political, social condemnation
10 months, 1 week ago

Online hate campaign against Mammootty draws widespread political, social condemnation

The Hindu  

Actor Mammootty seems to be the latest high-profile victim of online hate campaign. The “communally loaded” online attacks centred around Mr. Mammootty’s official name, Mohammad Kutty, have drawn across-the-aisle political censure and widespread social criticism for their “odious” nature. Revenue Minister K. Rajan said Mr. Mammootty was the latest film industry giant targeted by the Sangh Parivar for his religion. …

Bramayugam Director Rahul Sadasivan Says No Superstar From Tamil Or Telugu Industry Could Have Done Mammootty Role
1 year, 1 month ago

Bramayugam Director Rahul Sadasivan Says No Superstar From Tamil Or Telugu Industry Could Have Done Mammootty Role

ABP News  

New Delhi: With his most recent film, 'Bramayugam', starring 72-year-old Malayalam actor Mammootty, also known as Mammukka, director Rahul Sadasivan has accomplished something with a monochromatic movie that is doing decent business at the box office. Though Rahul Sadasivan acknowledges that he could have done an even better job with the film now, he is nevertheless overwhelmed by the reception …

Mammootty's experimental choices give us confidence to do something different, says Bramayugam director Rahul Sadavisan
1 year, 1 month ago

Mammootty's experimental choices give us confidence to do something different, says Bramayugam director Rahul Sadavisan

Hindustan Times  

A film in monochrome in today’s times? Director Rahul Sadasivan has achieved this feat with his latest film, Bramayugam, starring 72-year-old Malayalam superstar Mammootty aka Mammukka. In this chat with Hindustan Times, Rahul Sadasivan says he’s overwhelmed with the response to Bramayugam, but says he could have done an even better job of the film now! When you start watching …

How Mammootty rewrote the rules of stardom yet again in 2023
1 year, 3 months ago

How Mammootty rewrote the rules of stardom yet again in 2023

The Hindu  

At 72, with almost 50 years in the film industry; three National Awards for Best Actor, and the most number of State Film Awards for Best Actor under his belt, the Malayalam film industry’s man of the year 2023, is, without a doubt, Mammootty. Watching his films this year, we have been akin to the rapt audience in that scene …

Jyothika is all praise for her Kaathal - The Core co-star: ‘I can’t help but say that Mammootty is the real superstar’
1 year, 3 months ago

Jyothika is all praise for her Kaathal - The Core co-star: ‘I can’t help but say that Mammootty is the real superstar’

Hindustan Times  

Jyothika recently opened up on working with Mammootty in Jeo Baby's Kaathal - The Core. When I met him for the first time when he went to act in Kaathal, I asked, ‘Sir, how did you choose such a role?’ Mammootty replied, ‘Who is the real hero? A real hero should not be someone who just goes and beats up …

Actor, superstar, change: The case of Mammootty
1 year, 3 months ago

Actor, superstar, change: The case of Mammootty

Hindustan Times  

Several superstars in Indian cinema are not necessarily good actors or consummate performers but whose superstardom rests on factors extraneous to acting such as an immediate mass appeal, careful construction of a persona and selection of subjects eschewing what could be construed esoteric or difficult by regular viewers. Even an otherwise decent actor like Ranbir Kapoor had to resort to …

Birthday Special: Looking at the rise, slump, and resurrection of the legend called Mammootty
1 year, 6 months ago

Birthday Special: Looking at the rise, slump, and resurrection of the legend called Mammootty

Firstpost  

The star has been acting for more than five glorious decades, has given many blockbusters, some failures, multiple classics, and still stands tall The legendary star called Mammootty has been acting for more than five glorious decades, has given many blockbusters, some failures, multiple classics, and still stands tall. The Best Some of his best films include: Oru Vadakkan Veeragatha …

With top-grossing movies and experimental roles, Malayalam superstar Mammootty has managed to stay relevant
1 year, 11 months ago

With top-grossing movies and experimental roles, Malayalam superstar Mammootty has managed to stay relevant

The Hindu  

“There are two Mammoottys,” says veteran filmmaker Sathyan Anthikkad. He always reminds me to stay true to the moment.” Dulquer SalmaanActor and Mammootty’s son A part of Malayalam film industry’s golden decade Mammootty’s popularity transcends simplistic paeans for his rugged look, smooth skin and baritone to grudging admiration for his ability to remain contemporary. Unlike Mohanlal, the other superstar in …

Mammootty: The Malayalam maverick and maestro of modern masterpieces
2 years, 6 months ago

Mammootty: The Malayalam maverick and maestro of modern masterpieces

Firstpost  

Mammootty is an actor of reformative abilities. Mammootty, as the empathetic father to an specially abled daughter in Peranbu, is so sensitive to the girl’s anatomy and its changes, that she cannot comprehend, it’s almost like he’s exchanging places with his daughter to feel her pain. There are no enduring glimmers of hope in Mammootty’s character Amudhavan’s life in Peranbu. …

Happy Birthday Mammootty: A look at the star's finest performances
2 years, 6 months ago

Happy Birthday Mammootty: A look at the star's finest performances

Firstpost  

More than 50 years in the Indian cinema and over 100 movies starring him — but does that mean Mammootty is ready to slow down? A three-time National Award and 1998 Padma Shri winner, Mammootty began his career with the 1971 Malayalam film Anubhavangal Paalichakal. On the occasion of his birthday let’s take a look at some of his best …

Mammootty meets Sanath Jayasuriya in Sri Lanka during shoot for his next
2 years, 7 months ago

Mammootty meets Sanath Jayasuriya in Sri Lanka during shoot for his next

Hindustan Times  

Actor Mammootty met former captain of the Sri Lankan cricket team Sanath Jayasuriya in Columbo. Jayasuriya, who was also the newly-appointed tourism brand ambassador of Sri Lanka, welcomed Mammootty and hailed him as ‘true superstar’. I would like to invite all Indian stars and friends to #VisitSriLanka to enjoy our country.” Sanath Jayasuriya with Mammootty in Sri Lanka. Directed by …

Not Enough Is Said About Mammootty's Impact on Malayalam Cinema of the 80s
3 years, 6 months ago

Not Enough Is Said About Mammootty's Impact on Malayalam Cinema of the 80s

The Quint  

“I register the passage of time when belles traverse from youth to middle age”, is one of parallel college tutor-turned-IAS officer Haridasan’s quick repartees in the 1988-film Mukthi, delivered with aplomb by Mammootty. The ‘Mega Star’ of Kerala, who turned 70 this week, is often hailed for looking youthful and radiant at his age, while all his heroines from yesteryears …

Mammootty turns 70: Dulquer Salmaan, Kamal Haasan, Mohanlal wish actor
3 years, 6 months ago

Mammootty turns 70: Dulquer Salmaan, Kamal Haasan, Mohanlal wish actor

Firstpost  

Dulquer Salmaan shared a picture with father Mammootty and wrote: ‘May you always age in reverse’ Malayalam superstar Mammootty is celebrating his 70th birthday today, 7 September. Actor-politician Kamal Haasan recorded a message in English and Malayalam, sending “best wishes for a senior citizen from another senior citizen”. Mammootty’s son, actor Dulquer Salmaan, also shared a picture of himself with …

Mega star Mammootty turns 70, fans flood social media with wishes
3 years, 6 months ago

Mega star Mammootty turns 70, fans flood social media with wishes

Deccan Chronicle  

Thiruvananthapuram: Some actors are like aged wine. Wishing him on his 70th birthday, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan hailed Mammootty as a "unique genius" who has made the glory of Malayalam cinema known across the borders. The Chief Minister also said he conveyed his greetings directly to the "Vidheyan"actor after calling him over phone. Superstar Mohanlal, who had already talked several …

Mammootty turns 70: Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran & others heartfelt birthday wishes for megastar
3 years, 6 months ago

Mammootty turns 70: Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran & others heartfelt birthday wishes for megastar

India TV News  

Mammootty turns 70: Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran & others heartfelt birthday wishes for megastar Malayalam superstar Mammootty celebrated his birthday on Tuesday. To mark his day special, actors Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas and Jayasurya shared adorable birthday posts on social media. Actors like Mohanlal, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas and Jayasurya penned heartfelt birthday notes for him on social media. Sharing …

When Mammootty regretted rejecting Mani Ratnam's Iruvar. On Tuesday Trivia
3 years, 6 months ago

When Mammootty regretted rejecting Mani Ratnam's Iruvar. On Tuesday Trivia

India Today  

Malayalam superstar Mammootty turned 70 today, September 7. In this week's Tuesday Trivia, we tell you about how Mammootty could have been a part of Mani Ratnam's Iruvar, but wasn't. Mammootty, who is considered as Mohanlal's counterpart in Mollywood, was approached by Mani Ratnam. In 2018, when former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister DMK supremo Karunanidhi passed away, Mammootty opened up …

After 50 years in film, Mammootty brings same fire to roles
3 years, 7 months ago

After 50 years in film, Mammootty brings same fire to roles

Live Mint  

I met Mammootty for the first time in 1989. Mammootty’s career took off only after 1982 when he decided to take on every film that came his way. Director Joshiy, who worked with Mammootty on a number of films, told journalist Shobha Warrier in a 2000 interview, “In 1986, all his films flopped miserably. In fact, in Padayettam, their first …

Malayalam Screenwriter and Director Dennis Joseph Passes Away
3 years, 10 months ago

Malayalam Screenwriter and Director Dennis Joseph Passes Away

The Quint  

As a screenwriter, he is credited for some of Malayalam cinema's biggest hits like New Delhi, and Mohanlal starrer Rajavinte Makan. While the latter is one of Mohanlal's most popular films, New Delhi essentially re-launched Mammootty after a series of films that failed to impress. The conspiracy thriller boasts of an ensemble cast also consisting of Sumalatha, Urvashi, Mohan Jose, …

Mammootty all set to create a record
4 years, 8 months ago

Mammootty all set to create a record

Deccan Chronicle  

Malayalam Superstar Mammootty will be creating a record by being the first Indian actor to be part of the fifth sequel to a blockbuster when he acts in the next film in the CBI franchise. Along with Mammootty, screenwriter Swamy, director K Madhu and composer Shyam are also set to return to the franchise. The first in the series – …

Shylock Movie Review: Mammootty Opens His 2020 Innings as Ruthless Moneylender in Mass Entertainer
5 years, 2 months ago

Shylock Movie Review: Mammootty Opens His 2020 Innings as Ruthless Moneylender in Mass Entertainer

News 18  

Movie: Shylock Director: Ajai Vasudev Cast: Mammootty, Raj Kiran, Shajohn, Siddique, Meena Make up your mind for of dollops of energy, oodles of on screen valour with a pinch of suspense and drama spread evenly all over it. Mammootty opens his 2020 innings with Shylock, a bi-lingual drama laced with whatever a diehard Mammukka fan could expect him of. With …

Mammootty creates record
5 years, 4 months ago

Mammootty creates record

Deccan Chronicle  

Mammootty has had many great moments during his legendary career spanning over 35 years. Now, Mammootty has created a new, unparallel record by becoming the first ever actor in the history of Filmfare Awards to get nominated in the best actor category in three different languages in the same year. His fans and critics are eager to know if the …

Mammootty’s bold and beautiful look
5 years, 4 months ago

Mammootty’s bold and beautiful look

Deccan Chronicle  

Netizens, especially those who are fans of actor Mammootty, were surprised when a leading Malayalam magazine released the cover of their next edition featuring the actor’s look in his upcoming flick Mamangam. From the photograph, one should understand that the actor’s character, the king at one point might have to go to exile in disguise. The situation resembles one of …

Firstpost Editor's Picks: Chandrayaan 2, US Open 2019, Mammootty turns 68; today's must-read stories
5 years, 6 months ago

Firstpost Editor's Picks: Chandrayaan 2, US Open 2019, Mammootty turns 68; today's must-read stories

Firstpost  

Chandrayaan 2: From showcasing space capabilities to providing indelible images, why ISRO’s project is far from a failure The Chandrayaan 2 project has successfully completed two specific and one unexpected tasks. Two, it has showcased the increasing sophistication of India’s space capabilities and three, the apparent failure to place a rover on the Moon’s polar surface has thrown up an …

Mammootty before his big debut in films: I accidentally became a lawyer
5 years, 9 months ago

Mammootty before his big debut in films: I accidentally became a lawyer

India Today  

Mammootty is upbeat about his upcoming period film, Mamangam, which is touted to be the biggest Malayalam film in terms of budget. The period film, which is set in the 15th and 16th century, is about a warrior who goes to Mamangam festival to display his skills. Calling himself an 'accidental lawyer,' the Peranbu actor said, "I wanted to become …

Mammootty plays YS Rajasekhara Reddy in upcoming Telugu biopic Yatra, directed by Mahi Raghav
6 years, 8 months ago

Mammootty plays YS Rajasekhara Reddy in upcoming Telugu biopic Yatra, directed by Mahi Raghav

Firstpost  

Yatra is the second time Mammootty is playing a real-life character in a non-Malayalam project, having essayed the character of BR Ambedkar in Jabbar Patel’s movie for which he won the National award for best actor in 1999. When Telugu director Mahi Raghav approached Mammootty to play the role of the late YS Rajasekhara Reddy in the biopic titled Yatra, …

Mammootty-Mohanlal fans clash as superstars' films ready for festive weekend release
8 years, 5 months ago

Mammootty-Mohanlal fans clash as superstars' films ready for festive weekend release

Firstpost  

The two long-reining superstars of Mollywood, Mohanlal and Mammotty, have a film releasing on the same day, 7 October, after several years; Thoppil Joppan and Puli Murugan One of Malayalam cinema’s biggest ‘rivalries’ is all set to revive this week. The clash is perhaps exacerbated by the fact that both films — Mammootty’s Thoppil Joppan and Mohanlal’s Puli Murugan — …

'Mammooty is a junior artiste compared to his son': Ram Gopal Varma after watching O Kadhal Kanmani
9 years, 11 months ago

'Mammooty is a junior artiste compared to his son': Ram Gopal Varma after watching O Kadhal Kanmani

Firstpost  

Bollywood director Ram Gopal Varma has waded into controversy again by stating that the three time national award winning Malayalam actor Mammootty was a ‘junior artiste’ compared to his son Dilquar Salman. Thiruvananthapuram: Bollywood director Ram Gopal Varma has waded into controversy again by stating that the three time national award winning Malayalam actor Mammootty was a ‘junior artiste’ compared …

Mammootty and Mohanlal look for bright New Year
10 years, 2 months ago

Mammootty and Mohanlal look for bright New Year

India TV News  

Thiruvananthapuram: If 2014 had nothing much to cheer for the two reigning superstars Mammootty and Mohanlal, 2015 looks bright with numerous films already inked by the duo. While Mammootty had seven releases in 2014 - including "Varsham" that was termed as the real money spinner and "Munnuariyupu" that showed his brilliance as an actor - the rest did not warm …

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