The news of Malayalam's hit filmmakers Lijo Jose Pellissery and Mohanlal getting together was received with great enthusiasm. According to the audience, talent and phenomenon are synonymous. There are also reports that the official confirmation of the film will come soon. On this occasion, discussions about Mohanlal's character in the film are active on social media.
The prediction of social media is that Mohanlal will play the role of "Chemboth Simon". There are discussions that the name of the film is 'Malakottai Valiban'. They say that this film is being prepared as a period drama, and Mohanlal will appear as a wrestler. There are also reports that Lijo Jose's film will be set in Andhra Pradesh. Fan-made posters are also flooding social media.
Months ago, there were reports of Lijo Jose and Mohanlal getting together. According to leading trade analyst Sridhar Pillai, there is finally a big announcement about the film where the two will come together and it will be based on mythology. He also tweeted that the shooting of the film will start in January 2023. With this, the discussions were heated on social media. It is reported that the film will be produced by Shibu Baby John under the banner of John and Mary Creative. Lijo-Mohanlal's new film was announced without saying directly, but through hints. "We joined hands for the good day when talent and phenomenon decided to become one. We come with the first film of John and Mary's creative banner. Now you too can predict who is in this combo that Indian cinema is waiting for. A big surprise awaits those who mix well and think and answer. While unravelling the knot of guesses, sometimes your answer may be right," John and Mary Creative facebook post reads. The post said with this, the fans confirmed that this is a Lijo-Mohanlal film.
Meanwhile, Jijo Jose's film Nanpakal Neerathu Mayakkam is all set to release. The film, starring Mammootty, was also selected in this year's IFFK competition. The film is produced by Mammootty company.
