In an exciting development for fans of Indian cinema, acclaimed actress Anushka Shetty has joined the cast of the eagerly anticipated fantasy drama film ‘Kathanar – The Wild Sorcerer’. Directed by Rojin Thomas, known for his work on ‘Home’, the film stars Jayasurya in the lead role.
The film, which draws inspiration from the tales of Kadamattathu Kathanar, a legendary Kerala priest known for his supernatural abilities, marks Shetty’s debut in Malayalam cinema. The project has garnered high expectations, especially with Rojin Thomas at the helm.
Recently, director Rojin Thomas took to social media to share pictures of Anushka Shetty on the sets of ‘Kathanar’, expressing his honor at collaborating with the talented actress. Shetty, dressed in white co-ords and a denim jacket, can be seen posing with the crew and holding a bouquet, as well as a statue of Lord Krishna.
‘Kathanar – The Wild Sorcerer’ boasts a stellar cast and crew, with Neil D Cunha as the cinematographer and Jungjin Park as the action choreographer. The film’s music is being composed by Rahul Subrahmanian Unni.
The initial schedule of the film was completed in June 2023, utilizing cutting-edge virtual production technology, a first in Indian cinema. With its unique storyline and talented team, ‘Kathanar – The Wild Sorcerer’ is set to captivate audiences in multiple Indian and foreign languages upon its release.