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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Alappuzha Gymkhana star Sandeep Pradeep on performing the body-swap sequences in Padakkalam
Malayalam actor Sandeep Pradeep is enjoying the attention he is receiving for Padakkalam in addition to the success of his most recent movie, Alappuzha Gymkhana. Many people have praised his portrayal of Jithin in this fantasy thriller as a complex and enjoyable performance. The Falimy star talked about his experience working on the body swap scenes in the film in an exclusive interview. Watch Malayalam's latest flicks such as Alappuzha Gymkhana, Maranamass and more on OTTplay Premium Sandeep underlined that his impressive act was made possible by the performances of his fellow actors. "We were familiar with these characters from reading the script, but during filming, all of their eccentricities were revealed. When the performances started, we were able to understand each character better," he stated. The rising star continued by saying that both Sharaf U Dheen and Suraj Venjaramoodu had incorporated their unique styles into their roles. "If I portrayed the body swap moments in my own way, there was a potential I would make mistakes. So all I did was do my best to replicate what they accomplished in a convincing way," he continued. Effective communication, both on and off screen, greatly improved their performances, the Padinettam Padi actor added. After making a decent run in theatres, the fantasy thriller is now getting further recognition after making its digital debut this week on JioHotstar. Sandeep said that his top goal is to stay in the industry because he does not now have the luxury of screening the scripts that are presented to him. The actor stated that he could not be adamant about portraying a specific character or acting in a specific genre. He went on to say that he hopes to be in quality films that will not let the viewers down. Sandeep is currently working on Kishkindha Kaandam-fame Dinjith Ayyathan's next directorial. He is currently in talks for a couple other projects, which are likely to be revealed shortly.
News18
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Alappuzha Gymkhana OTT Review: Fans Call It ‘Best Malayalam Film Of The Year'
Last Updated: Alappuzha Gymkhana boasts an ensemble cast, including Lukman Avaran, Sandeep Pradeep, Shine Tom Chacko and Abu Salim, who bring to life the story of five friends from Alappuzha. Alappuzha Gymkhana, the Malayalam sports drama film featuring Naslen, has been a box-office success since its release in April. Directed by Khalid Rahman, the film is Mollywood's most profitable hit this year, grossing Rs 44.25 crore net in India, according to Following a successful theatrical run, the film has also made its debut on a streaming platform. As it premiered on SonyLIV, netizens have taken to the internet to share their opinions. More than a month since its theatrical release, Alappuzha Gymkhana has begun streaming online. With the OTT debut, netizens appear to be lauding the sports film. A user on X (formerly Twitter) said, '10 mins into Alappuzha gymkhana and this is going to be a funny adrenaline ride, those who have been to martial arts classes can laugh harder." 10 mins into Alappuzha gymkhana and this is going to be an funny adrenaline ride, those who have been to martial arts classes can laugh more harder— kooda irundha kumaru (@Bvpr12345) June 12, 2025 Another user made a similar reaction and said, 'Alappuzha Gymkhana is the best Mollywood film to come out this year, even rewatching it gives fresh excitement. Vishnu Vijay YOU BEAUTY. A well-packed maja padammmm." Alappuzha Gymkhana —Another day, another good movie from Malayalam!It doesn't end as I expected, or like most boxing or sports movies usually end. But what's surprising is that I'm not complaining. This different path made the movie more interesting to me. — ㆅ (@howfxr) June 13, 2025 'Alappuzha Gymkhana —Another Day, another good movie from Malayalam! It doesn't end as I expected, or like most boxing or sports movies usually ends. But what's surprising is that I'm not complaining. This different path made the movie more interesting to me," one more post read. alappuzha gymkhana is the best mollywood film come out this year, even rewatch it gives fresh and vijay YOU BEAUTY Meanwhile, Alappuzha Gymkhana boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Lukman Avaran, Sandeep Pradeep, Ganapathi, Kottayam Nazeer, Shine Tom Chacko and Abu Salim, who bring to life the story of five friends from Alappuzha. After failing their 12th-grade exams, the friends take up boxing as a means to secure college admission through the sports quota. As they navigate the world of boxing, the film beautifully weaves together themes of friendship, relationships and individual growth. You know what's the best part of the film? It moves beyond the conventional underdog tale to explore the complexities and diverse motivations of its characters. Speaking about the making of the film, director Rahman earlier told OTTPlay, 'What I felt would be the most thrilling part of creating this film was having to bring in a group of young people and collaborate with them. It is not a boxing film centred on a particular actor or celebrity." He added, 'There is a group of young actors whom I could shape in any way I wanted. They would also devote their time and energy to the project, which was an advantage I noticed before making the film. And everything turned out well." Apart from Alappuzha Gymkhana, several other Malayalam films, including Padakkalam and Bazooka have also been released on OTT this week. First Published:
Economic Times
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Subham to DD Next Level to Alappuzha Gymkhana: Latest Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil OTT releases to watch on JioHotstar, ZEE5, SonyLIV
This week's South Indian OTT lineup features a mix of genres across Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu. Highlights include the Malayalam sports drama Alappuzha Gymkhana, Tamil horror comedy DD Next Level, and Telugu supernatural film Subham starring Samantha Ruth Prabhu. Crime thriller Eleven streams in both Telugu and Tamil, while Padakkalam offers a fantasy-comedy set in a Kerala college. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads DD Next Level Subham Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Alappuzha Gymkhana Padakkalam Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Eleven Prince and Family As streaming platforms continue to push out fresh content every week, viewers can now explore an exciting mix of genres from the South Indian film industries. From gritty sports dramas to supernatural comedies and crime thrillers, here's a roundup of the latest Malayalam, Telugu, and Tamil OTT releases you can catch between June 9 and June 15, OTTplay PremiumTamilJune 13, 2025Santhanam leads this fourth instalment in the Dhilluku Dhuddu franchise as a blunt YouTube movie critic who gets trapped inside a cursed film he was meant to review. The movie turns the spotlight on the ethics of criticism while offering jump scares and satire. Directed by S. Prem Anand, it features Yashika Anand, Selvaraghavan, Gautham Vasudev Menon, and Rajendran in key 13, 2025Produced by Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Subham is a horror comedy in which three men face chaos after their wives become possessed during a TV serial marathon. Directed by Praveen Kandregula and co-produced by Raj Nidimoru, the film features Samantha in a cameo. The movie offers a unique premise with a blend of laughs and OTTplay PremiumMalayalamJune 13, 2025Khalid Rahman's Alappuzha Gymkhana features Naslen as Jojo Johnson, a teenager aiming to secure a college admission through boxing. Alongside his friends, Jojo joins a local boxing club hoping to find direction after failing his 12th-grade exams. The film boasts a strong ensemble cast including Lukman Avaran, Ganapathi, Sandeep Pradeep, and Anagha Ravi. It's a grounded tale of youth, failure, and friendship that blends humour with 10, 2025This quirky campus-based Malayalam film stars Suraj Venjaramoodu, Sharafudheen, and Sandeep Pradeep. Set in an engineering college, the story revolves around two professors competing for the HOD post, only to find themselves in bizarre situations involving body swaps and ghostly interventions. The fantasy-comedy received a warm response during its theatrical run, especially among younger Tentkotta, SimplySouth, OTTplay PremiumTelugu, TamilJune 13, 2025Written and directed by Lokkesh Ajls, Eleven stars Naveen Chandra as a police officer trying to solve a complex serial murder case. Despite an average theatrical run, the film was praised for its engaging screenplay and strong performances. Music is by D Imman. It will be interesting to see how audiences respond to it in the digital space.: ZEE5MalayalamJune 20, 2025Though not releasing this week, Prince and Family is already drawing attention ahead of its ZEE5 premiere. Starring Dileep in his biggest role since Ramaleela, the family entertainer follows a popular bridal boutique owner navigating love, societal pressure, and family expectations. With a supporting cast including Siddique and Johny Antony, the film promises a heartwarming experience.
Pink Villa
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Latest OTT Releases This Week (June 9 to 15): 22 new web series and movies to watch on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and more
This week (June 2 to 8) is packed with the exciting and interesting lineup of movies and web series. From Rana Naidu season 2, Alappuzha Gymkhana, to Padakkalam and more, here's a list of the top releases on Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, and other platforms that you can enjoy! Title Release Date OTT Platform Cast 1 Padakkalam (Malayalam) June 10 JioHotstar Suraj Venjaramoodu, Sharafudheen, and Sandeep Pradeep 2 Trainwreck: The Astroworld Tragedy (Volume 1 – Episode 1) June 10 Netflix Will feature interviews of people who attended the festival 3 Call Her Alex June 10 Advertisement Hulu Alex Cooper 4 Aniela June 11 Netflix Małgorzata Kożuchowska, Jacek Poniedziałek, and Cezary Pazura 5 Cheers to Life June 11 Netflix Thati Lopes, Regina Braga, and Jonas Bloch 6 Cocaine Air: Smugglers at 30,000FT June 11 Netflix Documentary 7 Our Times June 11 Netflix Lucero, Benny Ibarra, and Renata Vaca 8 The First Night With The Duke June 11 Viki Seohyun, Ok Taec-yeon, Kwon Han-sol, Seo Bum-june, and Ji Hye-won 9 Aa Okkati Adakku (Telugu) June 12 ETVWin Allari Naresh, Faria Abdullah, Vennela Kishore, Jamie Lever, Harsha Chemudu and Hari Teja 10 FUBAR (Season 2) June 12 Netflix Schwarzenegger, Moss, Monica Barbaro, Aparna Brielle, and Fabiana Udenio 11 American Thunder: NASCAR to Le Mans June 12 Prime Video Jenson Button, Jimmie Johnson, and Mike Rockenfeller, 12 Deep Cover June 12 Prime Video Bryce Dallas Howard, Paddy Considine, Sean Bean, Orlando Bloom, and Nick Mohammed 13 The Traitors June 12 Prime Video Game Show 14 Eleven (Telugu) June 13 Tentkotta Naveen Chandra, Reyaa Hari, Shashank, Abhirami 15 Alappuzha Gymkhana June 13 SonyLIV Naslen, Lukman Avaran, Ganapathy, Baby Jean, Sandeep Pradeep 16 Rana Naidu Season 2 June 13 Netflix Rana Daggubati, Surveen Chawla, Kriti Kharbanda, Sushant Singh, Abhishek Banerjee and Dino Morea 17 Subham (Telugu) June 13 JioHotstar Harshith Reddy, Gavireddy Srinivas, Charan Peri, Shriya Kontham, Shravani Lakshmi, Shalini Kondepudi, and Vamshidhar Goud 18 Kings of Jo'Burg (Season 3) June 13 Netflix Abdul Khoza, Thembi Seete, and Cindy Mahlangu 19 Too Hot to Handle: Spain June 13 Netflix Reality Show 20 Super Sara June 13 HBO Max Documentary 21 Our Movie June 13 Wavve Namkoong Min and Jeon Yeo-Been 22 The Chosen: Last Supper June 15 Prime Video Jonathan Roumie, Shahar Isaac, Elizabeth Tabish, and Paras Patel
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Criticism refines the actor in us: Sandeep Pradeep
Actor Sandeep Pradeep has had an eventful year so far, playing prominent roles in Alappuzha Gymkhana and Padakkalam, both of which earned him critical acclaim. The Falimy actor, who is currently filming Kishkindakandam fame Dinjith Ayyathan's new project, speaks to us about his films, evolving fanbase, and future prospects. Excerpts: 'There was a strong sense of team work behind Padakkalam' Padakkalam was Manu's (director Manu Swaraj ) first film. He had previously worked on Minnal Murali, so he had experience in the fantasy genre. He's also a comic geek, and the way he presented the story — with excitement and confidence —really impressed me. The content itself was something fresh and unexplored. I was struck by how, as a newcomer, he chose to tackle such a challenging genre. Manu had a clear vision for his film. There was a strong sense of teamwork behind the project, and I believe it's that collaborative spirit that helped elevate the film. 'Off-screen chemistry helped our performances' Falimy was a breakthrough for me as an actor, and I got to share the screen with Jagadeesh ettan. Now, working with Suraj ettan (Suraj Venjaramoodu) and Sharfikka (Sharafudheen), I truly appreciate how welcoming they are toward newcomers. It's hard to perform well if your co-actors don't create a comfortable working environment. If I were to be acting 20 years from now, I hope to treat newcomers with the same warmth they've shown me. This film also demanded a strong off-screen chemistry and communication between us, which really helped our performances. 'Khalid was upfront about the hardwork required' Khalid Rahman approached me for Alappuzha Gymkhana about a month after Falimy was released. He told me upfront that the role would be physically demanding — I'd likely be beaten up a lot — and that I should only commit if I was ready for it. I was already a big fan of his work, so I immediately agreed. It wasn't just me; everyone involved gave their 100% to the project. 'Had to balance my weight and build a boxer's build' My character in Alappuzha Gymkhana competes in the 65kg boxing category. I was informed early on that there would be a weighing scene, so I needed to maintain exactly 65kg. I was already at that weight, but I didn't have the physique of a boxer. The real challenge was maintaining the weight while building a boxer's frame. Our coaches played a crucial role in helping us achieve that balance. 'A good film is one that satisfies me personally irrespective of its success' Even when I first started dreaming of a film career, my motto was to never settle for just what comes my way. We need to actively seek what we truly want — only then can we reach our goals. Of course, I want to do good films. Before I had a Wikipedia page, I used to joke with friends that when I do have one, it should list a lot of kidilam (awesome) films. If we accept every offer without discernment, a misstep could define our careers. For me, a good film is one that satisfies me personally — not necessarily a box office hit. The film should make me happy, no matter its result. 'I value honest criticism ' My closest friends and family are honest critics of my work. They know me well — my personality and behaviour — so, sometimes, they'll point out when my real-life traits seep into my characters. That's why I always try to shed those traits when acting. I believe criticism helps refine us, and I'm always open to it. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
