At the teaser launch of ‘Empuraan’, Mohanlal praised Prithviraj Sukumaran’s directorial skills, calling him destined for greatness. Mohanlal highlighted Prithviraj’s ability to bring out the best in actors and his visionary approach to filmmaking. The veteran actor noted Prithviraj’s dedication and perseverance during ‘Empuraan’s production, overcoming numerous challenges. Mohanlal expressed confidence in the film’s success, acknowledging the producer Antony Perumbavoor’s trust. He mentioned the audience’s excitement for the sequel to ‘Lucifer’, emphasizing the team’s hard work and sincerity.
During the teaser launch event of the much-anticipated film ‘Empuraan’, actor Mohanlal heaped praise on Prithviraj Sukumaran, calling him a filmmaker destined for greatness. Mohanlal lauded Prithviraj’s directorial skills, highlighting his ability to bring out the best in actors, even employing a ‘ruthless’ approach when necessary. The veteran actor expressed his firm belief that Prithviraj, already a talented actor, would soon establish himself as one of the finest directors in Indian cinema.
Mohanlal reflected on his long-standing relationship with Prithviraj and his family, emphasizing that Prithviraj’s transition into filmmaking was no accident, but rather a natural progression. He noted, “Prithviraj was always meant to be a director,” and praised his visionary approach to filmmaking, which continues to evolve with the changing dynamics of the industry. According to Mohanlal, Prithviraj’s dedication and commitment to his craft are evident in every aspect of his work, from his ability to shape the narrative to the way he presents characters.
The actor also discussed the challenges faced during the production of ‘Empuraan’, stating that the team had to overcome numerous hurdles with patience and perseverance. He commended the director’s unwavering commitment, mentioning that he had personally witnessed Prithviraj’s 100% dedication to the project. Mohanlal also acknowledged the excitement surrounding Empuraan’s release, with fans eager to see the sequel to the blockbuster Lucifer.
Mohanlal praised the work of the film’s producer, Antony Perumbavoor, for his unwavering trust in the team, despite the various obstacles during production. He concluded by expressing his confidence that the hard work and sincerity of the entire team would reflect in the film’s success.
Want to revisit ‘Lucifer’? Wll check out our exclusive review for the movie which reads, “What the film’s duo of scriptwriter and director gets right are its characters. Each of them shuttling between good and evil, weak and strong, faithful and deceptive. This applies not just for its leads – Mohanlal, Vivek Oberoi and Manju Warrier – but also the many supporting characters such as the truth-seeking social media crusader Govardhan played by Indrajith, the political scion Jatin Das by Tovino Thomas and also Stephen’s confidante Aloshy, essayed by Kalabhavan Shajon. Credit to Prithviraj for not playing to the gallery in the first half. The result of the restraint is that content and characters get their due. Mohanlal’s Stephen Nedumpally gets a few classy mass moments in the first half, with references to his yesteryear hits such as Narasimham, Irupathaam Noottaandu, Pulimurugan and Ravanaprabhu. However, the director doesn’t hold back in the second half and makes it a celebration for Mohanlal fans – with the latter half being punctuated by punch dialogues and bullets. And that’s also where the film suffers, making it a bit tedious.”
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