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Mollywood's unique cyberpunk thriller, 'Masthishka Maranam,' directed by krishand and starring Rajisha Vijayan, is heading to OTT. Set in a dystopian Neo Kochi of 2046, the film explores a grieving father's quest through memories after his daughter's loss. While receiving mixed reviews for its disjointed narrative and visuals, the performances have been praised.

In an interview with the Reporters channel, actor Jagadish affirmed that krishand and Mammootty are joining forces for a project. Jagadish mentioned that krishand has devised two or three storylines involving Mammootty, and notably, Jagadish himself will be involved in one of those storylines. Director krishand has exhibited his filmmaking prowess through acclaimed works such as 'Aavasavyuham' and 'Purusha Pretham,' each embodying an experimental and unique narrative approach. 'Aavasavyuham' captivated audiences with its mockumentary-style presentation of supernatural elements, while 'Purusha Pretham' distinguished itself as an experimental thriller, garnering praise and admiration from viewers.

krishand's genre-bending film 'Masthishka Maranam' opened to ₹40 lakhs net on its first day, blending sci-fi, comedy, and thriller. The story follows a grieving father using VR to reconnect with his child. Nighttime occupancy saw a significant surge, indicating growing audience interest. Initial reactions are mixed, praising its unique premise and performances while noting some narrative disjointedness.

krishand's upcoming science fiction film, 'Masthishka Maranam: Simon’s Memories,' has released its first look poster, produced by Vinayaka Ajith. Following 'Aavasavyuham' and 'Purusha Pretham,' this mind-bending comedy thriller follows a grieving father entering a virtual reality memory game. The film boasts a stunning cast and an impressive technical crew, promising a unique cinematic experience.

"Masthishka Maranam" has collected Rs 1.44 crore in its opening three days, signaling a solid start for the genre-bending sci-fi thriller headlined by Rajisha Vijayan as a father venturing into virtual reality. Positive social media buzz applauds its bold concept and technical finesse, hinting at a modest but encouraging box-office trajectory.

Santhy Balachandran expressed excitement for her upcoming cyberpunk courtroom drama, 'Masthishka Maranam,' releasing February 27. She described her role as 'fun' in the film, directed by krishand and starring Rajisha Vijayan. Meanwhile, Santhy also celebrated the blockbuster success of 'Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra,' highlighting its significance for female-led stories in cinema.

Director krishand's new film 'Sungsuvinte Sangarsha Ghadana: The Art of Warfare' progresses post-shoot with a talented cast. 'Aavasavyuham' won a National Film Award, and 'Purusha Pretham' received a 3.5 rating from ETimes.

“What are you talking about”?, a producer snapped at krishand R K, the director of ‘Avasa Vyooham’ which won the state award for the best film, when he pitched his idea a few years ago. Even some of his closest associates were skeptical.

One can only wonder at the magnificent script selection of the actress Darshana Rajendran as she is certainly going places with consecutive hit films in Mollywood. Now the actress is joining hands with the mockumentary film ‘Aavasavyuham’ director krishand’s next film ‘Purusha Pretham’ aka ‘The Male Ghost’. Just like ‘Aavasavyuham’, ‘Purusha Pretham’ also seems to be handling a different kind of storyline along with a unique execution style. The first look poster for the movie was unveiled by the makers on the last day and looks promising.

krishand’s Malayalam web series 4.5 Gang premieres on SonyLIV on August 29, 2025. The dark action-comedy follows youths battling gangsters over temple festival plans in Thiruvananthapuram. Recently, krishand released Sangarsha Ghadana. He is also prepping a new film starring Mohanlal.

Filmmaker krishand, known for his distinctive works, is venturing into cyberpunk sci-fi with 'Masthishka Maranam'. The recently released teaser offers a glimpse into a dystopian future dominated by technology, hinting at a survivor and a character with a fanbase. This experimental film promises a unique cinematic experience for M-Town audiences.

Malayalam sci-fi film 'Masthishka Maranam' is making waves, grossing over Rs 1.8 crore in its opening four days. Directed by krishand RK, the movie features Rajisha Vijayan and Bimal Raj in a compelling narrative about a grieving father exploring virtual reality. Audiences are praising its unique premise, stylish visuals, and socially relevant themes, calling it an engaging cyberpunk drama.

Biju Menon and Joju George shared the best actor award, and Revathy was adjudged the best actress in the 52nd state film awards announced here on Friday. Dileesh Pothen won the best director award while Aavasa Vyooham, produced and directed by krishand R K, has been adjudged the best feature film.

The trailer for '4.5 Gang', a Malayalam web series directed by krishand, is out. It revolves around five individuals from a Trivandrum slum. They plan to take over the local temple festival for respect. However, they encounter a dangerous gangster involved in the milk and flower business. The series features Jagadish, Indrans, and Darshana Rajendran.

krishand's cyberpunk sci-fi film 'Masthishka Maranam' is set for a February release, with its second song, 'Aaradhakan,' now out. The track, a blend of rap, pop, and Indo-house grooves with a retro South Indian touch, captures the essence of a superfan's obsessive behavior. The film explores dystopian themes, merging sci-fi and cyberpunk influences.

Rajisha Vijayan has captivated audiences with her bold new avatar in the dance number 'Komala Thaamara' from the upcoming Malayalam film 'Masthishkamaranam'. The actress, known for her versatility, effortlessly embodies a striking persona in the foot-tapping song. Directed by krishand, 'Masthishkamaranam' is a mind-bending cyberpunk sci-fi comedy featuring an ensemble cast.

‘Avasa Vyooham’ is an experimental film and also got a standing ovation from the audience when it was screened at the International Film festival of Kerala which was held in Thiruvananthapuram. The director reportedly said that he was planning to adapt ‘Avasa Vyooham’ as a superhero movie when he initially developed the story idea.

Rajisha Vijayan and Niranj Maniyanpilla Raju star in 'Masthishka Maranam,' a retro-futuristic cyberpunk film set for release on February 27, 2026. The movie explores digital consciousness and alternate realities within a dystopian future, drawing inspiration from Orwell and Huxley. Director krishand aims to highlight societal distractions in a technologically advanced yet bleak world.

Directed by krishand, and written by Ajith Haridas, 'Purusha Pretham' is based on the original story by Manu Thodupuzha. The film stars Prasanth Alexander, Darshana Rajendran, Jagadish, Devaki Rajendran, Maala Parvathy, James Elia, Sanju Sivaram, Geethi Sangeetha, Shiny Sara, Jolly Chirayath, Manoj Kana, Surjith Gopinath, Pramod Veliyanad, Balaji Sharma.

Seventeen short films directed by IT employees across the state were screened during Prathidhwani Qisa Film Festival (PQFF) 2021, the film festival of techies, held at Technopark. ‘Conspiracy of Kalachakra’, directed by Vishnulal Sudha (Envestnet) bagged the best film award.

Actress Nileen Sandra, known for 'Karikku', joyfully announced her marriage to filmmaker Shyamin Gireesh. Their relationship blossomed from friendship in 2017 into a deep love and shared future. Nileen's heartfelt social media post celebrated Shyamin as the blessing she received years ago, marking a beautiful transition from best friends to life partners.

Documentary-style drama movie ‘Aavasavyuham’ bagged the Best Film award at the 52nd Kerala State Film Awards. ‘Aavasavyuham’ was directed by krishand RK and it also received much adulation from the movie buffs when it was released on the OTT platform. ‘Nishiddho’ and ‘Chavittu’ bagged the second best film awards and Dileesh Pothan was termed as the best director for the movie ‘Joji’.

Over 100 people were killed and several were reported missing in Kerala's Wayanad district due to landslides triggered by heavy rains on July 30. The 16th International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala suspended its events in respect, continuing with film screenings and awards without an official ceremony. Rescue efforts are ongoing amidst the devastation.