The Hindi film will be made in collaboration with Phantom Studios. More details about the project are awaited.
Published Jul 17, 2024 | 4:37 PM ⚊ Updated Jul 17, 2024 | 4:37 PM
'Manjummel Boys' director Chidambram to debut in Bollywood. (X)
Director Chidambaram, known for the blockbuster Malayalam film Manjummel Boys (2024), is all set to make his Bollywood debut in collaboration with Phantom Studios.
After the success of Manjummel Boys, produced on a reported budget of ₹20 crore, Chidambaram gained national acclaim. The film became the first Malayalam production to exceed ₹200 crore at the global box office, also ranking among the top-grossing Indian films of 2024.
Phantom Studios CEO Srishti Behl expressed pleasure in welcoming Chidambaram aboard.
“We are thrilled to have Chidambaram join the Phantom family. As a company focused on creativity, we empower directors to deliver their best work. In today’s film industry, where language is no longer a barrier, our goal is to introduce unique voices from diverse regions to Hindi cinema, creating stories that cross linguistic boundaries.
The statement further read, “Chidambaram is an ideal collaborator for us. His distinctive vision and storytelling skills resonate well with the creative values of Phantom Studios. We look forward to presenting his vision to Hindi cinema audiences.”
Chidambaram, who debuted with the 2021 Malayalam film Jan-E-Man, remarked, “While Manjummel Boys holds a special place, I’m thrilled and privileged to partner with Phantom Studios for my first Hindi feature film. It’s a chance to delve into fresh narratives and connect with a broader audience while maintaining the storytelling essence that defines my work.”
More details about Chidambaram’s Bollywood directorial debut are awaited.
Inspired by a real-life event and produced by Parava Films, Manjummel Boys follows a group of friends from the small town of Manjummel near Kochi who plan a vacation to Kodaikanal.
The film was released on 22 February in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, earning praise from both viewers and critics. It is now available for streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.
Recently, the makers of Manjummel Boys were in the spotlight for legal troubles. A complaint was filed accusing the film’s producers of financial fraud.
The case, involving Parava Films and their partner Shawn Antony, was lodged at the Ernakulam First Class Magistrate Court. The complainant, Siraj Valiyathara Hameed, is a resident of Aroor in Kerala’s Kochi.
The Enforcement Directorate quizzed the film’s producers in this regard.
(Edited by Y Krishna Jyothi)
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