The trend of re-releases continues across the country, showcasing beloved superhits and classics. The latest addition to this trend is the Malayalam film Anwar, which originally hit theatres in 2010. Directed by Amal Neerad, the action-thriller stars Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead role and is set to ccome backto the big screens on October 18, 2024. The re-release will be in a 4K format and will cater to audiences in both Malayalam and Tamil languages. Notably, this re-release coincides with the birthday weekend of its lead actor, Prithviraj Sukumaran.
Anwar is reportedly inspired by the 2008 Hollywood film Traitor, directed by Jeffrey Nachmanoff and starring Don Cheadle and Guy Pearce. Upon its initial release, Anwar gained significant popularity among the youth, solidifying Amal Neerad’s reputation in the industry. Alongside Prithviraj, the film features an ensemble cast that includes Mamta Mohandas, Prakash Raj, Lal and Assim Jamal. The film was co-written by Neerad and Unni R and produced by Raj Zacharias. The cinematography was handled by Satheesh Kurup, while Vivek Harshan took charge of editing and the music was composed by Gopi Sundar.
For those who wish to revisit the film before its theatrical re-release, Anwar is currently available for streaming. The Malayalam version can be found on Amazon Prime and Disney Plus Hotstar, while the Tamil version is accessible on Sun NXT. The Telugu version can be streamed on Zee5.
Prithviraj Sukumaran was last seen in the film Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil, released on May 16, 2024. Directed by Vipin Das and written by Deepu Pradeep, this film features a stellar cast, including Basil Joseph, Nikhila Vimal and Yogi Babu and is produced under the banners of Prithviraj Productions and E4 Entertainment. The anticipation for the re-release of Anwar is already building among fans eager to relive this cinematic experience.
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