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| Thanupp | |
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| Directed by | Ragesh Narayanan |
| Written by | Ragesh Narayanan |
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| Cinematography | Manikandan P. S. |
| Edited by | Safdar Merva |
| Music by | Bibin Ashok |
Production company | Kashi Cinemas |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
Thanupp is a 2024 Indian Malayalam-language film, written and directed by Ragesh Narayanan, in his directorial debut. The film introduces Nidheesh Nambiar and Jibiya T. C. in lead roles. [1] [2] The film was released on 4 October 2024. [3] [4]
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Ragesh Narayanan, known for his work as cinematographer in films like White Boys (2015), Hallelooya (2016) and Neeraja (2023), became independent film director with Thanupp and Bibin Ashok, an assistant to music director Bijibal, [5] was signed as music director of the same film, which is bank rolled by Anu Ananthan and Dr. Lakshmi. [6] Interestingly, Manikandan P. S. was signed as the cinematographer of the film, though the director himself is a known cameraman. [1]
The film was shot at several locations of Kannur district, Wayanad district, Ernakulam district, Chennai district and Kodagu district. [7] The first look poster was released on 15 February 2024. [8] Actors Aju Varghese and Anaswara Rajan [9] released the trailer on 23 September 2024. [10] [11] The film has won several accolades at film festivals. [4]
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