Dinjith Ayyathan

The Kerala Film Critics Awards 2025 have been announced, with Mohanlal clinching Best Actor for 'Thudarum' and 'Hridayapoorvam'. Dinjith Ayyathan's 'Eko' secured Best Film, while Dominic Arun directed the Best Director winner, 'Lokah: Chapter One – Chandra'. The Best Actress award was a tie between Kalyani Priyadarshan and Anaswara Rajan.

Pan-India star Prabhas lauded director Dinjith Ayyathan's 'Kishkindha Kaandam', calling its climax extraordinary and praising its international execution. This admiration follows a recent meeting between the two, sparking speculation about future collaborations. Prabhas, meanwhile, is gearing up for several major projects, including 'Fauzi' and 'Spirit'.

Filmmaker Dinjith Ayyathan's recent social media post featuring a meeting with pan-Indian star Prabhas has ignited speculation about a potential collaboration. Ayyathan shared details of a warm evening, expressing gratitude for Prabhas's hospitality. Fans are enthusiastically flooding social media with requests for the duo to team up, eagerly anticipating a future project.

Actor Dhanush's praise for Malayalam filmmaker Dinjith Ayyathan's 'Eko' has blossomed into a personal meeting, sparking strong speculation of a future film collaboration. Dhanush lauded the film's performances, particularly Biana Momin's, and expressed admiration for Dinjith's directorial vision. This interaction, facilitated by director Rajkumar Periyasamy, has fans eagerly anticipating a potential project.

Recently actor Asif Ali took to his Instagram handle and shared a feed with the team of his previous 2019 hit film ‘Kakshi: Amminippilla’ with a note that read, “Again and Excited

The South Indian film industry witnessed significant events today. Filmmaker Thakkali Srinivasan passed away. Harish Shankar apologized to Mahesh Babu fans. Parthiban clarified remarks on Vijay and Trisha. Hansika Motwani and Sohael Khaturiya officially divorced. Dinjith Ayyathan met Prabhas, sparking collaboration rumors. These developments kept fans engaged across social media.

During an exclusive conversation with ETimes, Dinjith said that the National Award-winning actress Aparna Balamurali will be playing the female lead in his upcoming movie which is touted as a family drama. Asif Ali is roped in to play the lead role along with the Mollywood actor Vijayaraghavan. Dinjith also said that an official poster for the film will be unveiled in August along with the cast details.

Dinjith Ayyathan's 'Eko' is revolutionizing Malayalam thrillers with its unique approach to mystery and character. The film, inspired by a single thought about protection and restriction, uses animals symbolically, not just as plot devices. With a Hindi-dubbed version planned, 'Eko' is set to reach a wider audience, having already garnered significant box office success.

Asif Ali's latest film 'Kishkindha Kaandam', directed by Dinjith Ayyathan, is about to hit theaters. The movie features Asif in a mature role and stars Aparna Balamurali. Set in a dense reserve forest, it promises to be an intriguing mystery thriller with an impressive supporting cast. The film is set to hit the theatres this Thursday, on September 12. Read more.

The shooting for the upcoming family drama 'Kishkindha Kaandam,' starring Asif Ali and Aparna Balamurali, has been completed after 40 days of filming in Kerala and Hyderabad. The team wrapped up the remaining shoot in Ramoji Film City.

Director Dinjith Ayyathan and writer Bahul Ramesh have crafted a unique 'Animal' trilogy, featuring Kishkindha Kaandam, Eko, and Kerala Crime Files Part 2. Animals are integral to each narrative, not mere decoration. Ramesh reveals 'Eko's' genesis stemmed from a single line about protection and restriction appearing identical, sparking a thriller exploring hidden sinister motives.

‘Kishkindha Kaandam’, featuring Asif Ali and Aparna Balamurali, is seeing a decline in its collections at the Kerala box office. Despite earning Rs 65.25 crore worldwide in 20 days, the day-wise collections in Kerala are dropping, with just Rs 90 lakhs on day 20. Directed by Dinjith Ayyathan, the film is praised for its unique thriller elements and strong performances.

Dinjith Ayyathan's new mystery film 'Kishkindha Kaandam' has achieved box office success with Rs 13.5 crores collected in its first week. Featuring Asif Ali in the lead role, the movie has garnered positive reviews and high occupancy rates, particularly in Thrissur. The story unfolds in the Kallepathi reserve forest and centers on an ex-military man and his forest officer son. Praised for its intriguing script by Bahul Ramesh and music by Mujeeb Majeed, this film marks Asif Ali's second hit of the year after 'Thalavan'.

'KishKindha Kaandam,' featuring Asif Ali and directed by Dinjith Ayyathan, has received overwhelmingly positive feedback on social media. Praised for its intelligent screenplay and standout performances, particularly from Asif Ali and Vijayaraghavan, the film's final act is considered a masterpiece. Many viewers are calling it one of the best movies of 2024 in Mollywood due to its unique genre blend and emotional depth.

Dinjith Ayyathan's 'Eko' has struck gold at the box office, debuting with an impressive Rs 85 lakhs in India. Its success can be attributed to the electrifying evening and night screenings, where audiences are captivated by the gripping narrative and stellar performances.

‘Kishkindha Kaandam’, featuring Asif Ali, Aparna Balamurali, and Vijayaraghavan, approaches its one-month mark in theaters while maintaining strong box office performance. The film, which earned Rs 17 lakh on October 10, is praised for its intense psychological drama and solid performances. Actors Jagadish, Ashokan, Nishan, Vaishnavi Raj, Major Ravi, Nizhalkal Ravi, Shebin Benson, Kottayam Ramesh, Bilas Chandrahasan, Master Aarav, and Jibin Gopinath play some of the crucial roles in the film.

The film is directed by Dinjith Ayyathan

The film is directed by Dinjith Ayyathan.

The film is scheduled to release next month

Malayalam film 'Eko' is emerging as a surprise hit, garnering an impressive Rs 9 crore in its first five days. The movie saw strong weekend performance and sustained momentum into weekdays, with Tuesday collections estimated at Rs 1.60 crore. Critics are praising Bahul Ramesh's cinematography, particularly its depiction of landscapes and the film's canine elements.

The film, directed by Dinjith Ayyathan will have him essay the role of a lawyer for the first time

Asif Ali's psychological thriller 'Kishkindha Kaandam' is set to premiere on Disney+ Hotstar on November 19. Directed by Dinjith Ayyathan, the film revolves around Ajayan, played by Ali, who grapples with the disappearance of his son and the secrets surrounding his family's past. The film has garnered positive reviews for its gripping storyline, drawing comparisons to Christopher Nolan's 'Memento' and 'Remember Me'. Critics have lauded the performances of Asif Ali and Vijayaraghavan, praising the film's suspenseful narrative and thought-provoking ending.

Cricketer Dinesh Karthik took a moment to appreciate the brilliance of Malayalam films, after immersing himself in 'Ponman' and 'Eko'. He described Basil Joseph's acting in 'Ponman' as 'out of this world' and noted that 'Eko's' stunning cinematography and fresh take on storytelling left him in awe.

The film is directed by debutante Binjith

The recently released film, 'Kakshi: Amminippilla' has unveiled a new song from the movie. The "Tu Hi Rani" song will make your eyes swell up as it portrays one of the most vital incidents from the movie. The audience will also get a glimpse of actor Shibla's performance in the movie. Sung by Arjun Krishna, the lyrics are penned by Manu Manjith and Arun Muraleedharan composed the music.

Director Dinjith Ayyathan is back on the edge of our seats with 'Eko', the thrilling conclusion to his 'animal trilogy'. The trailer teases a complex story revolving around the mysterious Kuriachan, showcasing stellar performances from Sandeep Pradeep and Vineeth. With a talented cast and dedicated crew returning for this cinematic ride, 'Eko' promises to be an unforgettable experience.

Malayalam actor Nishan Nanaiah is currently filming Dinjith Ayyathan’s upcoming directorial ‘Kishkindha Kandam’ with Asif Ali. He praised the team and expressed his excitement about working under Ayyathan’s direction in an Instagram post.

Actor Asif Ali's recent movie, 'O. P. 160/18 Kakshi: Amminippilla' has released a new poster from the movie. The new poster shows Adv. Pradeepan Manjodi requesting votes for election. The actor is seen travelling in an open vehicle asking for votes as he is a candidate of the election.

After the success of 'Vijay Superum Pournamiyum,' actor Asif Ali is gearing up for the release of his next, 'OP 160/18 Kakshi Amminippilla' that is all set to release next month. The team has recently released a new poster from the movie and announced that the movie will be out by April.