Midhun Manuel Thomas

Aadu 3: One Last Ride's ambitious fantasy twist sees Shaji Pappan's adventure morph into a time-travel saga. The film introduces a celestial stone that manipulates time, sending Shaji to 2370 after altering the past. With characters from different eras colliding, the narrative sets a grand, multiverse-like stage for the franchise's conclusion.

Jayasurya's 'Aadu 3' is set for a grand OTT debut on ZEE5 on May 1, 2026, available in multiple languages. The film, exploring multiple timelines and a mysterious 'Star Dust,' has already crossed ₹100 crore worldwide at the box office. Despite a mixed critical reception, the franchise's signature humor returns.

Jayasurya's 'Aadu 3' is a box office powerhouse, crossing Rs 116 crores globally. The time travel comedy, featuring Shaji Pappan and his gang, has garnered Rs 47.79 Cr net in India and Rs 60.75 Cr overseas. Despite new competition from 'Vaazha 2', 'Aadu 3' maintains decent occupancy and positive audience reviews.

Malayalam comedy-drama 'Aadu 3' has defied mixed initial reviews to achieve a remarkable Rs 115.18 crore worldwide. The film, featuring time-travel elements and Shaji Pappan's gang, has shown consistent box office performance, particularly in its opening week. Despite a slight dip in the second week, its international reception has significantly boosted its overall earnings.

The beloved 'Aadu' film series is set for its grand conclusion with 'Aadu 3: One Last Ride', releasing in two parts. Director Midhun Manuel Thomas confirmed the finale, explaining the narrative's need for extensive world-building across timelines. The first part arrives March 19, 2026, promising an epic end to Shaji Pappan's saga.

Jayasurya's 'Aadu 3' is defying mixed reviews, achieving a remarkable worldwide gross of 114.07 crore. The fantasy comedy, featuring a multi-timeline plot, continues to draw audiences in its second week, maintaining steady collections. Despite critical reception, the film's unique concept and ensemble cast are contributing to its box office success.

The beloved 'Aadu' series returns with 'Aadu 3', featuring a time travel twist and a significant budget. The film has garnered Rs 32.25 crore net in India and Rs 29 crore overseas in its first week, totaling Rs 66.28 crore worldwide.

Advance ticket sales for 'Aadu 3: One Last Ride' are exceeding expectations, with over Rs 1 crore already booked in Kerala. The highly anticipated third installment, releasing March 19, 2026, is planned as a two-part story to accommodate extensive world-building. The popular cast returns, promising an epic conclusion for fans.

Riding high on the success of 'Aadu 3', Jayasurya is now ready to weave magic in 'Kathanar: The Wild Sorcerer', an eagerly awaited Malayalam movie that aims for a multi-language audience. With the teaser making its grand debut on March 31st, this project is not just another film; it’s a visual extravaganza.

Jayasurya's 'Aadu 3' is achieving remarkable box office success, crossing Rs 109 crore worldwide and over Rs 45 crore in India net. The film's unique multi-timeline fantasy comedy, spanning past, present, and future, has captivated audiences. Despite a mixed review, the movie's engaging narrative and performances continue to draw crowds, proving the franchise's enduring appeal.

Jayasurya's 'Aadu 3' has become a sensational box office success, raking in over Rs 100 crore worldwide, with an impressive showing abroad. This inventive film crafts a unique tale that fuses contemporary chaos with a historically rich backdrop from the 1750s, all revolving around a mystical stone. Consistent weekend audiences have propelled its success further.

Jayasurya's latest adventure, 'Aadu 3: One Last Ride – Part 1', has soared to extraordinary heights at the box office, raking in more than ₹109 crore in just 12 days. This vibrant mix of comedy and fantasy with a thrilling time-travel twist follows Shaji Pappan and his merry band on a wild escapade.

'Aadu 3' gears up for a March 19, 2026 release, boasting impressive pre-sales nearing Rs 6 crore, with Kerala leading ticket sales. Director Midhun Manuel Thomas reveals a two-part narrative strategy for extensive world-building. The film reunites Jayasurya with a large ensemble cast, promising an epic conclusion if audiences support it.

Jayasurya's 'Aadu 3' is riding high in its second week, amassing a fantastic Rs 36.55 crore net in India. The film, bringing back the beloved Shaji Pappan and diving into a whimsical world of time travel alongside a magical stone, is captivating viewers far and wide.

Vedhika Kumar's latest song 'Sulthaan' is a major hit. The track is praised for its energy and visuals. Vedhika expressed her gratitude for the overwhelming response. She is also celebrating the upcoming film 'Aadu 3'. This movie is the third installment in the 'Aadu' franchise. Vedhika has a filmography with critically appreciated dramas.

Director Midhun Manuel Thomas announced the wrap-up of his debut web series, 'Anali', inspired by the Koodathayi cyanide killings. The series, featuring Leona Lishoy in the lead, will stream soon on Jio Hotstar. This project marks Thomas's foray into the web series space, following his successful 'Aadu' franchise and 'Anjaam Pathiraa'. The cast also includes Nikhila Vimal and Jibin Gopinath.

Shaji Pappan's 'Aadu 3' has achieved a remarkable Rs 100 crore worldwide box office milestone within just 10 days. The comedy entertainer, featuring a unique time travel plot across past, present, and future, has garnered significant overseas contributions. While audiences are divided, with some praising its experimental nature and others criticizing execution, the film's success is undeniable.

Jayasurya's 'Aadu 3: One Last Ride - Part 1' is performing well at the box office, crossing Rs 68.75 crore worldwide. Despite a slight dip after the opening weekend, the comedy-time travel flick has maintained decent collections. The film, a sequel to Aadu 2, is the first part of a planned sub-duology, with its future performance to be closely watched.

Jayasurya's 'Aadu 3' is making waves, raking in over Rs 60 crore worldwide in just five days. The comedy entertainer has garnered Rs 34.34 crore domestically and Rs 25.75 crore from overseas markets. Despite a slight dip on Day 5, the film's weekend performance showed strong momentum, driven by its engaging narrative and star cast.

Filmmaker Midhun Manuel Thomas celebrates a decade in cinema with gratitude. He thanks friends, critics, and moviegoers for their support. Midhun's recent outing 'Abraham Ozler' stars Jayaram, with a cameo by superstar Mammootty.

Writer Midhun Manuel Thomas advocates for scriptwriters' recognition and fair compensation in the film industry, emphasizing the importance of a strong storyline for a film's success. 'Turbo,' directed by Vysakh and starring Mammootty, is set to premiere on May 23, with a script promising high-octane action. The expectations are high for 'Turbo'.

'Aadu 3', a high-budget film with time travel, has impressed with its ambitious scale. Producer Vijay Babu revealed that nearly 70% of the budget was recovered on its opening weekend, with gross collections exceeding Rs 2 crore. The film has now crossed Rs 60 crore worldwide in five days, despite a recent dip in collections.

Jayasurya's 'Aadu 3: One Last Ride - Part 1' is making waves at the box office, racking up an impressive Rs 1.78 crore in advance sales across more than 1,230 screenings in Kerala. The excitement is tangible, with more than a lakh tickets already sold.

Midhun Manuel Thomas is directing 'Anali', a web series starring Leona Lishoy and Nikhila Vimal. He recently directed the psychological crime thriller film 'Abraham Ozler' starring Jayaram.

Director Midhun Manuel Thomas has revealed details about the upcoming Mammootty starrer 'Turbo'. The film is an action comedy and has no relation to 'Turbo Peter'. The title was suggested by Thomas, based on an old story he had written. Mammootty is said to be satisfied with his character and the film's plot, and has eagerly approved the project. The film is directed by Vysakh, marking his collaboration with Mammootty after successful ventures in the past. Mammootty has denied rumors of 'Turbo' being a sequel to 'Kottayam Kunjachan'.

The highly anticipated Malayalam horror film 'Phoenix' has received its first review, generating excitement among fans. The reviewer praised the film's excellent production quality and Midhun Manuel Thomas' gripping storytelling and writing skills. The film weaves a love story into a horror narrative as the protagonist and his family encounter spine-chilling events on a remote island village. The cast, including Aju Varghese, Chandhunadh, and Anoop Menon, deliver captivating performances. Midhun Manuel Thomas has also impressed audiences with his script writing abilities in the recently released crime thriller 'Garudan'.

Director took to his official Instagram handle to share the picture with the cast and crew from the sets of ‘Ardharathryile Kuda’. The ‘Anjaam Paathira’ director penned a note that read, “It's a wrap for our next film ‘Ardharathryile Kuda’.” the director also announced the cast and crew for his next on his Instagram note and also said that the first look poster and details of the project will be announced soon.

The popular comedy entertainer 'Aadu' is returning with its third and final installment. Director Midhun Manuel Thomas shared that 'Aadu 3' is in progress and will feature Jayasurya, Vijay Babu, and more. The first movie released in 2015 did not perform well, but its sequel 'Aadu 2' became a blockbuster. The third part is expected to be released in 3D.

Jayasurya's 'Aadu 3: One Last Ride - Part 1' is showing strong box office growth, nearing ₹20 crore net after its opening weekend. Despite mixed audience reactions, the film's steady performance and the return of popular characters are drawing crowds. Weekday collections will be crucial for its continued success.

Fresh off the success of the thriller "Abraham Ozler," Midhun Manuel Thomas once again takes charge, penning the script for "Turbo," slated to hit theaters on May 23. Speaking to Lifenet media, Midhun Manuel shed light on the origin of the film's title, elucidating, "Similar to someone equipped with a turbo engine, 'Turbo Jose' possesses extra power. This rationale inspired the title 'Turbo.'"