‘Kattalan’ makers REVEAL real elephants were used in the film, NO CGI

Antony Varghese-starrer ‘Kattalan’ will hit the big screens in May. On Friday, January 16, the makers launched the teaser, and it managed to grab eyeballs. The makers of the film have revealed that they used real elephants in the film instead of CGI (Computer-Generated Imagery).In a note shared on Instagram on Sunday, January 18, the makers revealed that they used real elephants in the film. “Authenticity has always been at the core of our storytelling. In KATTALAN, we consciously chose to work with real elephants over CGI, believing that genuine visuals and organic performances create a deeper cinematic impact,” they said. “Every visual choice reflects our commitment to presenting cinema honestly and responsibly, with the highest standards of care and supervision throughout the process,” they added. Directed by debutant Paul George, ‘Kattalan’ is set against the backdrop of ivory smuggling. The film stars Antony Varghese, best known for his roles in ‘Angamaly Diaries’ and ‘Jallikattu’. The film’s teaser received a rave response from the audience, and the makers have now promised they will deliver a ‘memorable cinematic experience’. “Your reactions only motivate us to push ourselves further and give our absolute best. We assure you that we are putting in our maximum effort to deliver a powerful and memorable cinematic experience. As always, the audience verdict is final, and we respect it wholeheartedly. The journey has just begun, and the best is yet to come. Thank you for your trust, concern, and honest feedback. See you in theatres on May 14,” the makers said in the note. The upcoming film also has actors Dushara Vijayan, Sunil, Kabir Duhan Singh, Jagadish, Siddique, Anson Paul, Raj Tirandasu, rapper Baby Jean, Hipster, singer Hanan Shaah, Parth Tiwari, and Shibin S Raghav in pivotal roles.