Malayalam filmmaker Jeethu Joseph, who shot to fame with his critically acclaimed film «Drishyam», has announced his new thriller. The yet-to-be-titled film will star Fahadh Faasil in the lead role and is expected to commence shooting in October. Joseph shared the news on his official social media accounts, along with a picture of him and Faasil. The duo previously worked together on the 2019 film «Njan Prakashan». Details about the plot and other cast members of the film have not been revealed yet.
Meanwhile, Faasil is one of the most popular actors in South Indian cinema and is known for his nuanced performances. His recent film «Malik» received rave reviews and is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video. ‘Drishyam› fame director Jeethu Joseph is back with a new thriller, and that too in Hindi. Joseph is collaborating with Junglee Pictures and Cloud 9 Pictures on a film based on true events, as per a statement. The film, which is yet to be titled, will revolve around a valiant, sharp, and quick-witted law enforcement officer who embarks on a journey to fight for truth and bring justice in a high-stakes case at the international level.
Excited about the project, Joseph said, «After receiving so much love and appreciation for the ‹Drishyam› franchise, I am humbled and thrilled to embark on a new journey with this powerhouse team. For my upcoming film in Hindi cinema, I was searching for a story with a strong narrative that has underlying nuances that the audience would relate to at large. This script fits perfectly in every aspect, as it will resonate with the pulse of every Indian. I am pleased to have a platform with these two acclaimed production houses, like Junglee Pictures and Cloud 9 Pictures, to showcase this film.» Amrita Pandey, CEO of Junglee Pictures, commented on the collaboration and shared, «We are so thrilled that Meenu brought such an incredible story to us. We couldn’t be more excited to partner with Jeethu Joseph, who is a maestro of suspense and intricate storytelling for such a gripping story that will leave the audience feeling inspired and uplifted.
