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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tovino Thomas trolls Basil Joseph: ‘Did you think you'd be spared, kid?; Check post here
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Mollywood actors Basil Joseph and Tovino Thomas hold a special bond off-screen, and recently, a throwback video of the 'Minnal Murali' director has taken the internet by storm. A childhood video of filmmaker and actor Basil Joseph, taken from the popular Malayalam quiz show, has gone viral, becoming a social media sensation. Basil Joseph's birthday celebrations The clip, affectionately dubbed the 'Kuthippokkal' video due to Basil's lively expressions and mannerisms, has long been a source of internet memes and affectionate trolling. As it made the rounds yet again, fans and celebrities alike joined the fun, reacting to the now-iconic footage of ninth-grade Basil competing with full intensity. Basil shares a childhood photo in response Responding to the renewed attention, Basil took to social media and posted a throwback photo from his childhood, showing him holding a guitar. Alongside it, he cheekily wrote, 'Not just Ashwamedham, had a bit of music in me too, guys.' Celebs join the fun with witty comments Basil's post triggered a wave of hilarious celebrity reactions. Actor Tovino Thomas, who shares a close friendship with Basil, commented, "സ്വയം കീഴടങ്ങിയാൽ വെറുതെ വിടുമെന്ന് കരുതിയോ കുഞ്ഞേ?" ('Did you think you'd be spared just because you surrendered willingly, kid?') Actor Siju Sunny joined in, asking, 'So that means another song is coming? Was this on Kochu TV?' ("അപ്പൊ ഒരു പാട്ട് കൂടി വരാൻ ഉണ്ടെന്ന് മനസ്സിലായി. കൊച്ചു ടീവീൽ ആണോ?") Veteran actor Suresh Krishna added his own twist with, 'Didn't know… no one told me anything,' referring to a movie dialogue. Check out the post here. Basil Joseph's work front On the work front, Basil Joseph was last seen in the crime comedy film 'Pravinkoodu Shappu', which received decent reviews from the audience. His recent film 'Maranamass' also received much acclaim from the audiences who love black humor. Basil Joseph's previous successful outing was the drama movie 'Ponman' , which was based on GR Indugopan's novel 'Naalanchu Cheruppakkar'. 'Ponman' received much praise from the audiences even after its OTT release. Meanwhile, Tovino Thomas was recently seen in the crime thriller film 'Narivetta'. Receiving decent reviews from the audiences, 'Narivetta' performed well at the box office.
Hindustan Times
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Trivikram film shelved; Allu Arjun to team up with Minnal Murali fame Basil Joseph?
Allu Arjun has been making headlines for multiple reasons in recent days. First, his much-awaited film with Trivikram Srinivas has been shelved, as the star director is now set to work on projects with Jr NTR and Venkatesh, respectively. This news has disappointed fans who were eagerly awaiting the duo's fourth collaboration. A fan of Allu Arjun? Stream his films Ala Vaikunthapurramloo and Race Gurram on OTTplay Premium On the other hand, the Pushpa 2 star is back in the limelight as reports suggest he is gearing up to collaborate with acclaimed actor-director Basil Joseph. The latest buzz in Telugu film circles indicates that talks are in an advanced stage, and that the project might go on floors in the latter half of 2027. Rumours about Allu Arjun teaming up with Basil surfaced nearly six months ago but didn't gain much traction at the time. Now that the Trivikram film is officially off the table, Allu Arjun is said to have locked Basil's film as his next. Meanwhile, Basil, who was last seen in Maranamass, is currently occupied with his upcoming film Vala and is planning to take a break from acting. He intends to return to full-time direction with three scripts ready to roll. This timeline aligns well with Allu Arjun's schedule, as he will also be wrapping up his film with Atlee by then. Fans are thrilled with the prospect of Allu Arjun working with a creative filmmaker like Basil Joseph, whose films have found significant popularity in the Telugu states. While there is no official confirmation yet from either party, the news is quickly gaining traction and building excitement among fans. If the project materializes, it will be interesting to see what kind of cinematic experience Basil Joseph crafts with the Telugu superstar. Meanwhile, Allu Arjun has begun shooting for his upcoming film in Mumbai. Produced by Sun Pictures, the action drama is touted to be one of the biggest Indian productions in the making. Stay tuned for more updates.
News18
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Allu Arjun May Star As Shaktimaan In Sony's Superhero Film, Not Ranveer Singh: Report
Last Updated: Allu Arjun is reportedly in talks to play the lead in Sony Pictures' upcoming Shaktimaan movie, replacing earlier speculation about Ranveer Singh. The iconic Indian superhero Shaktimaan might finally be leaping from our television nostalgia into the cinematic universe — and if reports are to be believed, none other than Allu Arjun could don the legendary red suit. The beloved 90s show, which made Mukesh Khanna a household name, has long been in talks for a big-screen adaptation, but now, fresh buzz suggests that the project is gaining real momentum. According to a report by Bollywood Bubble, Pushpa superstar Allu Arjun is currently in discussions to play the titular role in Sony Pictures' highly ambitious reboot of Shaktimaan. Adding to the excitement, Minnal Murali director Basil Joseph — who earned critical and commercial acclaim for delivering India's first homegrown superhero film with heart and style — is reportedly onboard to helm the project. 'The much ambitious Shaktimaan is now to be revived with Allu Arjun. Basil Joseph has been roped in to direct the mega venture. He's in talks with Allu Arjun to bring the superhero to life. The team wants to honour the nostalgic value of the original series while crafting a high-octane narrative with cutting-edge technology," a source told the portal. The source further revealed that this could be one of the biggest pan-India collaborations to date, with 'two big international studios and Geetha Arts teaming up, along with stakeholders from four different film industries." Though no official confirmation has been made yet, the speculation alone has sent fans into a frenzy. Allu Arjun's magnetic screen presence and recent pan-India success with the Pushpa franchise make him a strong contender for a role that demands both gravitas and mass appeal. If he signs on, watching him channel India's original superhero will be nothing short of a cinematic event. Meanwhile, Allu Arjun is also gearing up for another massive project — his upcoming film with director Atlee, co-starring Deepika Padukone. Currently in pre-production, this film too is expected to be a high-budget, multilingual release, with a reported release window sometime in 2027. First Published:
India Today
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Allu Arjun, Basil Joseph to collaborate on a superhero film: Report
Actor Allu Arjun, one of the biggest stars in Indian cinema, seems to be widening his directorial collaborations beyond Telugu cinema. After Prabhas and Jr NTR, Arjun too, appears keen on working with filmmakers from other industries. Following the announcement of the ambitious 'AA22' with director Atlee, recent reports suggest that he is now in talks with 'Minnal Murali' director Basil Joseph for a superhero to a report by Gulte, Arjun was impressed by a script narrated by director Basil Joseph and is reportedly keen to take it forward. If the project materialises, it will be produced by Allu Aravind under the Geetha Arts banner, with music by Jakes there is no official confirmation yet, some reports also suggest that the Basil Joseph project could be a superhero film. Social media buzz has speculated it might even be a reboot of 'Shaktimaan', a project previously linked with Ranveer Singh. Others reports also indicate that it was only a narration, with no decisions made yet. Here's the AA22 announcement video: Previously, Allu Arjun's post-'Pushpa 2' line-up included films with directors Trivikram Srinivas and Sandeep Reddy Vanga. However, those plans seem to have shifted. The mythological epic with Trivikram, based on Lord Karthikeya, has reportedly been handed over to Jr NTR. Meanwhile, Vanga is occupied with two major films, 'Spirit' with Prabhas and 'Animal Park', the sequel to 'Animal', starring Ranbir there is no official confirmation yet, a collaboration between Allu Arjun and Basil Joseph would mark a fresh and intriguing pairing. IN THIS STORY#Allu Arjun
Pink Villa
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
EXCLUSIVE: Allu Arjun and Basil Joseph are indeed in talks for a film and it's NOT Shaktimaan
Allu Arjun is currently involved in the making of his magnum opus film, tentatively titled AA22xA6. However, the Pushpa actor is making headlines for his possible collaboration with Minnal Murali's Basil Joseph. In an exclusive report, we at Pinkvilla have learned that Pushpa actor is in talks with director-actor Basil Joseph for a movie. While discussions are going on, there's no official signing yet. Allu Arjun and Basil Joseph in talks, but not for Shaktimaan Interestingly, there are reports that state it would likely be a Shaktimaan movie. However, we have also learned that it will not be the superhero venture but another story. If Allu is indeed joining hands with a modern filmmaker like Basil, it would be interesting to see how he embeds himself into the narrative created by the latter. With more details about the team-up still coming in, the Arya actor will next be appearing under Atlee's direction. The much-anticipated movie is said to be set in a 'parallel universe,' with the actor reportedly playing multiple roles, including an animated one. As Deepika Padukone joins the cast, playing one of the main female leads, actresses like Janhvi Kapoor and Mrunal Thakur are also speculated to join. The film, being made on a massive scale, is bankrolled by Sun Pictures with young musical sensation Sai Abhyankkar crafting the musical tracks and scores. Allu Arjun x Trivikram dropped? On a side note, Allu Arjun had recently made the headlines after reports of him opting out of the Trivikram Srinivas directorial project. The cinematic venture was touted as a mythological venture based on Lord Kartikeya Swamy. However, owing to the busy schedule for AA22xA6, the stylish star is said to have opted out, with Jr NTR replacing him as the lead. Moreover, recent reports also speculate that Allu and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's flick may also be shelved at the time. This is most likely due to the director's commitments with Prabhas' Spirit and subsequently Animal Park with Ranbir Kapoor. On the other hand, Basil Joseph was last seen helming a project for Minnal Murali, starring Tovino Thomas. The Malayalam-language superhero movie tells the tale of Jaison Varghese, also known as Minnal Murali, a tailor from the village of Kurukkanmoola. Owing to a night's lightning strike, he is bestowed with supernatural powers, which he uses for the safety and betterment of his villagers. While there were initial talks of Basil's next directorial being his foray into Bollywood with a modern adaptation of Shaktimaan, the project has been in limbo for a long time.
