'Athimanoharam': Antony against expecting 'Narasimham'

Newsentertainmentmalayalammovies'Nobody should expect film like 'Narasimham'', Producer Antony Perumbavoor on Mohanlal's 'Athimanoharam' 'Nobody should expect film like 'Narasimham'', Producer Antony Perumbavoor on Mohanlal's 'Athimanoharam' TOI Entertainment Desk / etimes.in / Oct 31, 2026, 10:55 IST 'Nobody should expect a film like 'Narasimham'', Producer Antony Perumbavoor.

Mohanlal's upcoming film 'Athimanoharam' has created hype among audiences, particularly because it brings the actor back together with director Tharun Moorthy after the success of 'Thudarum'. Producer Antony Perumbavoor has now offered a glimpse into the expectations viewers should have for the project.In a recent media interaction, Antony Perumbavoor cautioned viewers against assuming that 'Athimanoharam' would follow the style of 'Narasimham' simply because Mohanlal appears twirling his moustache.

He also stressed that audiences should approach it as a Tharun Moorthy directorial.Antony Perumbavoor on expectations surrounding 'Athimanoharam' Speaking about the film, Antony Perumbavoor expressed his hope that the project would achieve significant success.

He also said the team was praying for that outcome.Addressing comparisons with Mohanlal's earlier films, the producer said, as quoted by Reporter website, “We are hoping for the biggest success. May that happen; we are praying for it.

Just because he comes in twirling his moustache, nobody should expect a film like 'Narasimham'. They should expect a Tharun Moorthy film featuring a moustache-twirling character.” The film's development also involved a change in director.

The project was initially announced under the title 'L365', with Austin Dan Thomas attached as the director. Ratheesh Ravi was announced as the screenwriter, while the first poster featured an image of a police uniform.

Austin Dan Thomas subsequently exited the project. The film was later announced as 'L366', with Tharun Moorthy taking over as director.Tharun Moorthy reunites with Mohanlal after 'Thudarum' 'Athimanoharam' marks another collaboration between Mohanlal and Tharun Moorthy following 'Thudarum', which received good reviews from the audiences and was a blockbuster.Meanwhile, Shaji Kumar, who worked as the cinematographer on 'Thudarum', is handling the camera work for 'Athimanoharam'.

Jakes Bejoy is composing the music, while Vivek Harshan is responsible for editing. Gokul Das has been brought on board as the art director. The technical team also includes Vishnu Govind, who is handling sound design, and costume designer Mashar Hamsa.Apart from 'Athimanoharam', Mohanlal also has the most-awaited film 'Operation Ganga' in the pipeline.

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