Will Dushara Vijayan Join the 'Kattalan' Film Unit?
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Key Takeaways
- Dushara Vijayan joins the film unit of 'Kattalan', marking her debut in Malayalam cinema.
- The film features a star-studded cast led by Antony Varghese (Pepe) and Rajisha Vijayan.
- The action sequences in Thailand were choreographed by acclaimed director Kecha Khamphakdee.
- The screenplay is crafted by a talented trio making their debut in writing.
- The film promises high-stakes drama and thrilling action, appealing to a wide audience.
Chennai, Nov 28 (NationPress) The creators of the pan-Indian Malayalam film 'Kattalan', starring actor Antony Varghese (Pepe) in the lead role, officially welcomed Tamil actress Dushara Vijayan into the film unit on Friday.
Notably, 'Kattalan' will be Dushara's debut in the Malayalam film industry.
Cube Entertainments, the production company behind the film, announced the news on its social media platforms, stating, "We are excited to welcome the talented @dushara_vijayan to the world of 'Kattalan'. She is a dynamic Indian actress known for her strong, impactful performances in 'Veera Dheera Sooran' (2025), 'Vettaiyan' (2024), 'Raayan' (2024), and 'Sarpatta Parambarai' (2021), and is set to leave her mark in Mollywood with 'Kattalan'."
The film has generated significant excitement among fans and cinephiles alike. Recently, the production team announced the completion of the film's schedule in Thailand, which began on October 1.
During an action sequence filming in Thailand, Antony Varghese Pepe unfortunately sustained an injury while performing a stunt involving an elephant. The remarkable action scenes in Thailand were choreographed by Kecha Khamphakdee, the acclaimed action director known for the 'Ong-Bak' series, along with his skilled team. Interestingly, 'Kattalan' features Pong, the elephant who gained fame through the 'Ong-Bak' films.
The producer, Shareef Muhammed of Cubes Entertainments, widely recognized for producing the hit 'Marco', is back with this ambitious project titled 'Kattalan', a thrilling pan-Indian action film directed by Paul George.
Alongside Antony Varghese (Pepe) and actress Rajisha Vijayan in lead roles, the film also features Rapper Baby Jean, Telugu actor Sunil, renowned for his roles in blockbuster films like 'Pushpa: The Rise' (2021), 'Pushpa 2' (2024), and 'Jailer' (2023), along with Kabir Duhan Singh, recognized for his powerful performances across multiple languages. Veteran Malayalam actors Jagadeesh and Siddique will also play significant roles.
Previously, the makers welcomed actor Parth Tiwari and actor Anson Paul to the film unit. They had also added promising talent Shon Joy, who gained recognition for his performance in his debut film 'Alappuzha Gymkhana' (2025).
The screenplay for 'Kattalan' has been crafted by Paul George, Joby Varghese, and Jero Jacob, marking their exciting writing debut. Reports indicate that the writers have combined raw storytelling vigor with cinematic vision to create a gripping, high-stakes narrative that immerses audiences in a world filled with power, betrayal, and perilous missions.
The film's music is composed by Ajaneesh Loknath, known for his work on 'Kantara 2', while choreography is handled by Sharief. The costumes are designed by Dhanya Balakrishnan, and cinematography is managed by Renadive. Editing for the film is done by Shameer Muhammed.