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Cult Classic Nayakan Returns: Lijo Jose Pellissery Film Gets 4K Treatment
22 Mar
Summary
- Crime thriller 'Nayakan' by Lijo Jose Pellissery is getting a 4K restored re-release.
- Indrajith Sukumaran stars as Varadanunni, a Kathakali artist seeking revenge.
- The film boasts a strong ensemble cast including Thilakan and Jagathy Sreekumar.
Lijo Jose Pellissery's crime thriller 'Nayakan,' a film with a dedicated cult following, is slated for a re-release with a newly restored 4K version. The announcement has generated considerable anticipation among enthusiasts.
The film centers on Varadanunni, portrayed by Indrajith Sukumaran, a Kathakali artist who ventures into the underworld to avenge his family's demise. The ensemble cast includes esteemed actors like Thilakan, Jagathy Sreekumar, Dhanya Mary Varghese, and Siddique.
Although 'Nayakan' was not a box office triumph, it marked a significant milestone in Lijo Jose Pellissery's directorial career. Meanwhile, Pellissery is also preparing for his Hindi directorial debut, 'Dilkashi,' and his recent film, 'Malaikottai Vaaliban,' received varied audience responses.
