Kochi: The first video song from Mohanlal-starrer Athimanoharam, featuring the captivating opening lines “Maaya Raavananey… Manmatha Mohana Sundaraney”, has been released. The makers unveiled the song on November 1, Kerala Piravi Day, offering audiences a musical glimpse into the film ahead of its theatrical release.
Veteran playback singer M. G. Sreekumar has lent his voice to the song, which is composed by Jakes Bejoy. The lyrics have been penned by Harinarayanan. Blending imagery associated with Ravana and Lanka with a lively musical arrangement, the track has received an encouraging response on social media. Its appealing composition and energetic rendition make it suitable for celebratory occasions, with an appeal across different sections of the audience.
The video combines visual references to Lanka and Ravana with sequences from the film’s police investigation backdrop. Scenes depicting police procedures are interspersed with family moments, offering glimpses of the characters and the world created by the filmmakers. The song thus introduces elements of the film’s narrative while maintaining its musical appeal.
Produced by Ashiq Usman under the banner of Ashiq Usman Productions, Athimanoharam is directed by Tharun Moorthy. Mohanlal plays the lead character, while Meera Jasmine is the female lead.
The film is conceived as a procedural drama revolving around the professional and personal lives of Loulejan P.C., an ordinary police sub-inspector. The screenplay has been written by Ratheesh Ravi, known for films such as Ishq and Alappuzha Gymkhana.
The cast also includes Lalu Alex, Mukesh, Jagadish, Manoj K. Jayan, Irshad Ali and Pramod Velliyanad. Young actors Sajeevan, Srinath Babu, Kiran Peethambaran, Viji Viswanath, Bhama Arun and Prarthana are also part of the film.
Athimanoharam brings together several key technicians who previously worked on Mohanlal’s film Thudarum. Shaji Kumar is the cinematographer, Shafique V.B. handles editing and Vishnu Govind is in charge of audiography. Gokul Das is the art director, while Ronex Xavier handles makeup and Mashar Hamsa is the costume designer.
Binu Pappu serves as co-director, with Mirash Khan as chief associate director and Afnas V. as associate director. Amal C. Sadar is the still photographer. Jomon Joy and Chalakudy are the production managers, S.K. Stappan is the production executive, and Sudharman Vallikkunnu is the production controller.
The film is scheduled to hit theatres on December 24, with Central Pictures handling its release. The first video song, unveiled ahead of the theatrical debut, has already drawn attention to the film and its musical team.
