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Adoor Gopalakrishnan Returns: Cinema's Power Explored
30 Sep
Summary
- Filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan directs 'Padayaatra' after a decade-long hiatus.
- He believes films should be exclusively watched in theaters for the true experience.
- Mammootty is the sole actor Adoor has repeatedly cast in his 13 films.
Filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan is set to return to directing after a decade with his new film, 'Padayaatra.' The acclaimed director expressed doubts about continuing his filmmaking career during the COVID-19 pandemic, when theater attendance plummeted due to the rise of OTT platforms. He firmly stated his conviction that films are meant to be viewed in a theatrical setting to provide the complete experience.
'Padayaatra' signifies a significant reunion, marking Adoor Gopalakrishnan's fourth project with actor Mammootty. In a rare move, Gopalakrishnan revealed that Mammootty is the only actor he has repeatedly cast in his films. The actor has also taken on the role of producer for 'Padayaatra,' expressing enthusiasm for the project and assuring the director that his needs would be met.
