Following the massive success of "Marco", one of the most violent Malayalam films produced under the banner of Cubes Entertainments, actor Antony Varghese Pepe returns as the lead in "Kattalan", produced by Shareef Muhammed. "Kattalan" has been sold for the highest-ever overseas distribution amount in the history of Malayalam cinema. The overseas rights have been acquired by the global distribution giant, Phars Films.

The film's striking first-look poster was released recently, featuring Pepe with a burning cigar in hand, blood-smeared face, and blazing eyes; an image that created waves online. Directed by debutant Paul George, "Kattalan" promises to shock audiences with its intense storytelling. Mounted on a grand scale with exceptional technical finesse, the film is expected to deliver one of the most spectacular visual experiences in Malayalam cinema. Though yet to be officially confirmed, reports suggest that the film will hit theatres in May.

The shoot of "Kattalan" recently began in Thailand. The action sequences are being choreographed by stunt director Kecha Khamphakdee, known for the legendary Thai martial arts film "Ong-Bak". Interestingly, Pong, the elephant that appeared in "Ong-Bak", is also part of "Kattalan". The film features a star-studded ensemble comprising talents from Malayalam cinema as well as across India.

The cast includes Sunil, Kabir Duhan Singh, Jagadish, Siddique, Anson Paul, Raj Tirandasu, Shon Joy, rapper Baby Jean, Hanan Shaah, "Kill" movie fame Parth Tiwari, and "Lokah" movie fame Shibin S. Raghav, among others. The posters welcoming the pan-Indian cast gained wide attention recently. "Kattalan" also made headlines for its grand and elaborate pooja ceremony held in Kochi; one of the most extravagant ever seen for a Malayalam film.

In the film, Antony Varghese Pepe appears under his real name, 'Antony Varghese'. The action sequences are designed by Kecha Khamphakdee, who has worked on major productions such as "Ong-Bak 2" "Baahubali 2: The Conclusion", "Jawan", "Baaghi 2", and "Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1". The film is a large-scale pan-Indian action thriller. Music is composed by the celebrated Kannada composer B. Ajaneesh Loknath, marking his next work after "Kantara Chapter 2".

The dialogues are written by Malayalam screenwriter Unni R, known for acclaimed films like "Big B", "Chappa Kurishu", "Munnariyippu", and "Charlie". The film's editing is handled by editor Shameer Muhammed. Emerging music talent Nihal Sadiq has composed an electrifying promotional track for "Kattalan".

Title Graphics: Ident Labs, Cinematography: Renadive, Audiography: M. R. Rajakrishnan, Production Designer: Sunil Das, Creative Producer: Dipil Dev, Executive Producer: Jumana Shareef, Production Controller: Deepak Parameswaran, Sound Designer: Kishan, Costume Design: Dhanya Balakrishnan, Makeup: Ronex Xavier, Stills: Amal C Sadar, Choreographer: Sherif, Stunt: Stunt Suresh, Lyrics: Suhail Koya, VFX: 3Ds, Digital Marketing: Obscura Entertainments, PRO: Athira Diljith.