The first look of Basil Joseph’s highly anticipated film 'Marana Mass' is finally here, and it’s already turning heads! Featuring the actor in a never-seen-before avatar, the poster showcases Basil rocking a bold orange-blonde hairstyle. Adding to the quirkiness, he’s seen wearing a t-shirt that reads ‘Sigma Male,’ making fans even more curious about his role in this upcoming comedy-drama.

Basil’s ‘Taj Mahal’ hair and fun first look reveal

The makers had teased earlier that Basil would be seen in a look that no one had ever imagined. Keeping up the suspense, Basil had jokingly said, “I have built a Taj Mahal on my head, can’t show it.”  And as promised, with the first look out, his transformation has set social media on fire!

The first look poster was unveiled with a quirky caption: “Do you skibidiz know who he really is?? #Maranamass #FirstLook.”

Fans were quick to react, with social media flooding with excitement over Basil’s stylish transformation.

One user commented " Such slay, much wow"

"Rizz bwoy", another said.

Actor Tovino brilliantly remarked, "He ate and left no crumbs!! My skibidi sigma boi"

Launch event

Maranamass officially kicked off with a launch event in Kochi back in August 2024. During the event, Basil, known for his sharp humour, joked, “Even though the title of the film is 'Marana Mass', since it is me who would be acting in it, the audience can expect a complete comedy entertainer.”

The film is set to hit theatres in April as a Vishu release. It is directed by debutant Sivaprasad, who co-wrote it with Romancham-fame actor Siju Sunny, based on a story by Siju himself. 

Cast and crew

Apart from Basil, the film features a stellar cast, including Siju Sunny, Anishma, Rajesh Madhavan, Suresh Krishna, and Babu Antony. Behind the scenes, the movie is backed by a talented crew – cinematography by Neeraj Revi, editing by Chaman Chakko, and music by Thrishanku-fame Jay Unnithan.

Produced by Tovino Thomas, Tingston Thomas, Thanseer Salam, and Raphael Pozholiparampil, 'Marana Mass' is being made under the banner of Tovino Thomas Productions in association with Worldwide Films.

Before Maranamass, Basil was last seen in 'Ponman', the directorial debut of production designer Jothish Shankar. The critically acclaimed film, based on GR Indugopan’s novel 'Nalanchu Cheruppakkar', was released on 30 January and received praise for its storytelling and performances.