Fahadh Faasil’s ‘Karate Chandran’ begins filming in Kottayam; 140-day shoot planned

Fahadh Faasil is set to headline the upcoming Malayalam film ‘Karate Chandran’, which has officially begun production in Kottayam. The makers recently conducted the film’s pooja and switch-on ceremonies, marking the start of filming for the much-anticipated project. The big-budget film brings together Fahadh Faasil, filmmaker Dileesh Pothan and writer-producer Syam Pushkaran as producers. It also marks the directorial debut of Roy, who previously worked as a co-director on several films associated with Dileesh Pothan. ‘Karate Chandran’ begins production in KottayamThe makers of ‘Karate Chandran’ have commenced filming in Kottayam after announcing the project some time ago. The film is expected to be shot across Kottayam and its surrounding locations. Reports from Reporter website says that, according to the production plan, the team has scheduled 140 days for filming.‘Karate Chandran’ marks Roy’s first film as an independent director. He previously worked as a co-director with Dileesh Pothan, beginning with the acclaimed Malayalam film ‘Maheshinte Prathikaaram’.Fahadh Faasil joins Dileesh Pothan and Syam Pushkaran as producerFahadh Faasil plays the central character in ‘Karate Chandran’. The actor is also producing the film alongside Dileesh Pothan and Syam Pushkaran. Writers S. Hareesh and Vinoy Thomas have jointly developed the story, screenplay and dialogues for ‘Karate Chandran’.Rakesh Haridas is handling cinematography, while Kiran Das has been brought on board as the editor. Justin Varghese is composing the music. The composer has previously worked on Malayalam films including ‘Ajagajantharam’ and ‘Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira’.Alongside Fahadh Faasil, ‘Karate Chandran’ features an ensemble cast comprising Vijayaraghavan, Johny Antony, Sudheesh, Renji Panicker, Gokul Suresh, Suresh Krishna, Spadikam George, Manohari Joy, Jaya Kurup and Manjushree Nair.Meanwhile, Fahadh Faasil’s most recent film was the Telugu fantasy movie ‘Don’t Trouble the Trouble’ which received mostly mixed reviews from the audiences.Get the latest Bollywood & Entertainment News, and more. Download the TOI app.Give your child the gift of confidence! Claim your exclusive TOI Masterclass spot today!