Ratheesh Balakrishnan

Kunchacko Boban's film 'Oru Durooha Saahacharyathil', directed by Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval, is now heading for digital streaming on May 13, 2026. Despite high expectations, the movie, set in Wayanad, did not achieve significant box office success. Critics noted a jarring tonal shift in the second half and a predictable climax, though the thematic foundation was strong.

The promotional event highlighted the camaraderie between Dileesh Pothan and Kunchacko Boban while boosting interest in the film. As ‘Oru Durooha Sahacharyathil’ continues its run, the positive word of mouth and engaging promotions are helping it reach a wider audience.

Kunchacko Boban and director Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval are back together for 'Oru Durooha Sahacharyathil', with the release of its charming first song, 'Njan Alkali'. This heartfelt track celebrates the essence of a chemistry teacher and features mesmerizing choreography with Kunchacko and Sajin Gopu, all set to the vibrant score by Dawn Vincent.

Mollywood star Kunchacko Boban's recent Instagram reel, showing him playfully frolicking in the snow without any winter gear, has captivated audiences. The actor shared the clip to promote his upcoming film, 'Oru Durooha Sahacharyathil,' with a caption hinting at 'courage gained in a mysterious situation.' The video has garnered significant attention and reactions from fellow celebrities.

Popular Malayalam star Kunchacko Boban has now penned an adorable post to his wife on their wedding anniversary in which he has thanked her for being the queen of his dreams, heart and life.

Dashamoolam Damu is one of the rarest movie characters whose popularity rose even above the original movie itself. Earlier there was social media buzz that the makers of ‘Chattambinadu’ are planning to give a spin-off to the character played by Suraj Venjaramoodu. Now the actor himself has officially confirmed that the Dashamoolam Damu movie is on the cards and the film will be directed by the director Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval who is best known for the film ‘Android Kunjappan Version 5.25’.

Nna, Thaan Case Kodu

Costume designer Liji Preman's legal action against director Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval sheds light on the challenges faced by industry professionals. The film 'Sureshanteyum Sumalathayudeyum Hridhayahariyaya Pranayakadha' by Ratheesh received a lukewarm response at the box office.

Filmmaker Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval is facing controversy as costume designer Liji Preman accused him of mental harassment on the set of his latest movie. This led to further accusations from art director Anoop Chalissery, who claimed that Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval unjustly denied production designer Ajay Mangad his due credit for the film 'Nna Thaan Case Kodu.' Anoop supported Liji Preman's claims and criticized the director's unethical behavior.

Kerala State Film Awards 2022 announced Mammootty and Vincy Aloshious as the best actor and best actress respectively. Out of 154 submissions, 30 films made it to the final list with Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval’s ‘Nna Thaan Case Kodu’ being the Best Film with Popular Appeal and Aesthetic Value.

‘Sureshinteyum Sumalathayudeyum Hridayaharithamaya Pranayakatha' is a spin-off to the characters Sureshan Kavumthazh and Sumalatha S Nair respectively from ‘Nna Thaan Case Kodu’.

The first look of ‘Oru Durooha Saahacharyathil’ is out, starring Kunchacko Boban, Dileesh Pothan, Sajin Gopu, and Chidambaram. Directed by Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval, this psychological comedy, co-produced by Kunchacko and Listin Stephen, explores themes of mind control and power dynamics. The poster features the cast in military green, hinting at the film's satirical undertones and absurdist humor.

Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval's 'Sureshanteyum Sumalathayudeyum Hrudayahariyaya Pranayakadha' with Rajesh Nair and Chithra Nair had a poor box office opening on May 16. The film is a spin-off of 'Nnaa Thaan Case Kodu.'

Suraj Venjaramoodu's comedy entertainer, "Madanolsavam," is arriving on Amazon Prime on December 20th after its theatrical run. Directed by Sudheesh Gopinath and written by Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval, the film follows Madanan Mallakkara, a chicken painter, and Madanan Manjakkaran, played by Babu Antony, whose shared first name sparks a comical drama. Audiences praised the film's unique concept and humorous execution, with some calling it a "simple fun political satire" and highlighting the strong performances and witty dialogue.

The much-anticipated comedy-drama 'Sureshinteyum Sumalathayudeyum Hridayahariyaya Pranayakatha,' directed by Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval, has finally hit the big screens, eliciting mixed reactions from audiences on Twitter. The film stars Prithviraj Sukumaran and revolves around the story of 'Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil.' Sudheesh's performance in the first half has been praised, with the story telling a blend of three different time zones.

The Malayalam cinema industry is in turmoil as director Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval and other directors face accusations of toxic behavior on set. The controversy escalated after Liji Preman accused Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval of denying credit to Ajay Mangad. Amidst this, an old interview with director-actor Althaf Salim resurfaced, earning him admiration for his stance against shouting on movie sets.

The comedy-drama 'Sureshinteyum Sumalathayudeyum Hrudayahariyaya Pranayakadha,' directed by Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval, is facing challenges at the box office. Starring Rajesh Madhavan and Chithra Nair, the film follows the love story of Suresh and Sumalatha across different time periods. Despite an intriguing premise, the movie struggles to maintain viewer interest, leading to underwhelming box office performance.

After the films ‘Android Kunjappan Ver 5.25’ and ‘Kanakam Kaamini Kalaham’, the director Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval is all set to team up with the actor Kunchacko Boban for his next ‘Nna Thaan Case Kodu’. According to the latest updates, the Kunchacko Boban starrer will hit the big screens on August 11 this year.

Actress Navya Nair, who has been a part of several critically acclaimed hits in Tamil and Malayalam has lavished praise on director Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval's recently released Malayalam film, 'Nna Thaan Case Kodu' ('Sue Me'), saying that the film is drawing appreciation as it is talking about the helplessness of the common man.

Malayalam actor Kunchacko Boban, riding high on the success of 'Bougainvillea,' has commenced filming for his next project, 'Oru Durooha Saahacharyathil.' This film reunites him with director Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval, known for their previous hit 'Nna Thaan Case Kodu.' The film, also co-produced by Boban, boasts a stellar cast including Dileesh Pothan and Sajin Gopu. The pooja ceremony, held in Wayanad, marked the start of production.

Reacting to the success of ‘Nna Thaan Case Kodu’, Kunchacko Boban took to his official Instagram handle and shared a new poster from the movie and penned a note that read, “The celebrations are grander & louder in the 4th week! Sailing strong & holding firm in all theaters! 'Nna thaan case kodu' In theaters near you.” Kunchacko Boban also thanked the audience for giving huge support for his social satire drama movie.

Mollywood director Ratheesh Balakrishnan Poduval is under scrutiny after costume designer Liji Preman accused him of mental harassment and unpaid dues. In an interview, Ratheesh discussed his management style and the challenges he faces in maintaining focus among his crew, emphasizing the need for a unified focus to create a high-quality film.

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After playing a major role in the Kunchacko Boban starrer ‘Nna, Thaan Case Kodu’, Basil Joseph is all set to play the lead role in his next that surprisingly has an interesting title, ‘Kadina Kadoramee Anthakadaham’. Basil Joseph took to his official Instagram handle to announce his next. Sharing the poster from ‘Kadina Kadoramee Anthakadaham’, the actor-director penned a note that read, “Announcing next!. Starts rolling today.”

Actor Soubin Sahir's next project is 'Android Kunjappan Ver 5.25'. The actor announced the project through his social media handle. After the success of his directorial debut 'Parava', Soubin has become one of the best options for film-makers.

Actor Soubin Shahir's upcoming project, 'Android Kunjappan Ver 5.25' has started rolling. The team is currently shooting the movie in Saint Petersburg, Russia. 'Android Kunjappan Ver 5.25' was announced soon after the success of 'Kumbalangi Nights.'

Makers of ‘Nna Thaan Case Kodu’ have launched the first glimpse - a teaser, from the film.