In a thrilling announcement for fans, the much-anticipated film ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban,’ directed by the renowned Lijo Jose Pellissery and starring Mohanlal, is set to release its first single. The song, titled ‘Punnara Kattile Poovanatthil,’ is scheduled to drop on Friday, December 15, at 5 pm. The lyrical talents of PS Rafeeque combined with the musical composition by Prashant Pillai make this unveiling an eagerly awaited moment. Vocal performances for the track are delivered by Shreekumar Vakkiyil and Abhaya Hiranmayi.
Mohanlal himself took to social media to share the exciting news with fans. His post read, “#MalaikottaiVaaliban 1st Single #PunnaraKattilePoovanatthil Dropping Tomorrow at 5PM! ????#iprashantpillai #psrafeeque ????️#shreekumarvakkiyil #abhayahiranmayi ✍????#PSRafeeque ???? #VaalibanOnJan25.”
This film holds particular significance as it marks Lijo Jose Pellissery’s first collaboration with the legendary actor Mohanlal. Pellissery shared insights into the casting process, expressing that Mohanlal was a natural fit for the role. He stated, “The basic idea of ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ began germinating within me a couple of years ago, and then metamorphosed into a comprehensive plot. A writer like Rafeeq expanded that world, and it was only then that we realized Lalettan (Mohanlal) was the perfect fit for that role.”
The makers have ambitious plans for the film, with its release transcending regional boundaries. Lijo Jose Pellissery has crafted a compelling narrative, complemented by a stellar cast. The film’s grandeur and emotional resonance have prompted the decision to dub and release it simultaneously in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi.
In a related note, Mohanlal expressed gratitude to fans as the teaser of ‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ surpassed an impressive milestone, crossing 10 million views. The film’s teaser has generated significant buzz, heightening expectations for its theatrical release.
