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Directed by | Govind Vishnu |
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Cinematography | Salu K Thomas |
Edited by | Rakesh Cherumadam |
Music by | Justin Varghese |
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Distributed by | Century Films (India) |
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Running time | 150 Minutes |
Country | India |
Language | Malayalam |
Daveed is an upcoming Indian Malayalam-language sports action drama film written and directed by Govind Vishnu and the film was co-written by Deepu Rajeevan. [2] The film was produced by Century Max John, Aby Alex Abhraham [3] and Tom Joseph under the banners of Century Max John Mary Productions LLP and Panorama Studios. [4] The films stars and assemblic cast of Antony Varghese, Lijomol Jose, Vijayaraghavan, Saiju Kurup and Kichu Tellus in lead roles. [5]
The film was officially announced on November 23, [6] 2023. Principal Photography commenced on June 24, 2024, [7] in Thrissur, Ernakulam, and Kottayam. The film showcases music and original background score by Justin Varghese.
The film marks the directorial debut of Govind Vishnu. [9] On June 15, 2024, he announced his collaboration with Antony Varghese and Lijomol Jose for the project, revealing that the script would be co-written by Deepu Rajeevan. The film is set to be produced by Century Max John, Aby Alex Abhraham, and Tom Joseph under the banners of Century Max, Mary Productions LLP, and Panorama Studios. [10]
The cinematography will be handled by cinematographer Salu K. [11] Thomas, best known for his work in The Great Indian Kitchen. The film's visuals and pacing are supervised by editor Rakesh Cherumadam. [12]
Following the success of Chaveer, Antony Varghese signed on for Daveed with director Govind Vishnu. [13] The team has announced that Lijomol Jose, Vijayaraghavan, Saiju Kurup, and Kichu Tellus will play lead roles, with Lijomol taking the female lead. The film will also feature Aju Varghese, Mohammad Karaki, Jess Kukku, Nileen Sandra, [14] MO Ismail, Bibin Perumbally, Ajith Narayanan, Bhanupriya, Deepu Mohan, and Ramesh Kozhikode in key roles. Additionally, the director has revealed that the movie will introduce several new faces. [15]
Principal photography began on June 24, [16] 2024, with a puja ceremony. The first schedule lasted over 55 days, [17] concluding on August 18, 2024. Filming took place in and around Ernakulam and Kottayam. The second schedule was held from October 7 to October 22, with shooting in Thrissur. [18]
The film was announced with a motion title poster that introduced the cast, [19] accompanied by music from Justin Varghese. The first look poster, [20] featuring Antony Varghese as Abu, a boxer, was released on October 11, 2024. The full cast was later revealed through social media posts. Promotional activities for the film began in early October, though the trailer is yet to be released. Director Govind Vishnu confirmed via his social media that Davood will hit theaters in January. [21]
The music and original background score for this film [22] were composed by Justin Varghese, who is known for his work Chaaver and Christopher. The music rights for the film have not been sold yet. [23]
The film is currently in the midst [24] of its promotional campaign [25] and is all set to be released in the first week of January 2025.
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