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Chaaver director Tinu Pappachan: ‘Mohanlal and Vikram couldn't connect with my scripts'

Released recently, Tinu Pappachan’s latest political thriller Chaaver is not an out-and-out action film

Chaaver director Tinu Pappachan: ‘Mohanlal and Vikram couldn't connect with my scripts'

Vikram, Mohanlal, Tinu Pappachan (L to R)

Last Updated: 12.02 PM, Oct 08, 2023

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Director Tinu Pappachan is known for his expertise in creating action-packed movies. However, his latest release Chaaver is a departure from his usual style, as it focuses more on emotions rather than action. In a recent interview, the filmmaker opened up about his rumoured upcoming projects with Mohanlal and Vikram.

“There have been many people who turned down my scripts. I had presented one to Mohanlal, which unfortunately did not work for him. It is challenging to convince veterans like Mohanlal, who have been in the industry for so many years. However, I believe that there are still opportunities for me to meet him again and narrate a new script,” Tinu told Mathrubhumi News.

Tinu Pappachan on Malaikottai Vaaliban

Tinu said that he was thrilled to work with Mohanlal in Malaikottai Vaaliban. According to the filmmaker, he had a great learning experience observing Lijo Jose Pellissery and Mohanlal during the shoot. The Ajagajantharam director added that Malaikottai Vaaliban is a visual treat that will appeal to all kinds of audiences.

Tinu Pappachan and Mohanlal
Tinu Pappachan and Mohanlal

Tinu Pappachan’s collaboration with Vikram

Speaking about his film with Vikram, Tinu said that he had shared a script with the actor. However, he did not like the script and advised him to improve it. Later, Vikram contacted Tinu to inquire about the progress of the script. But by then, Tinu was already busy with the pre-production work on Chaaver.

Detail from the poster for Chaaver
Detail from the poster for Chaaver

Chaaver: A different attempt in Tinu Pappachan's career

Chaaver is a political thriller that revolves around political murders and incidents in the northern part of Kerala. Tinu has attempted to make a unique movie within the genre by not following the typical templates of previous political thrillers. The film incorporates traditional art forms, such as Thira and Theyyam, in the narrative, adding more depth to the story. Unlike his previous projects, Ajagajantharam and Swathanthryam Ardharathriyil, Chaaver is not an out-and-out action film.

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