Slated to begin in November, the ambitious Malayalam project promises to be an intense musical drama with a strong emotional core as filmmaker Priyadarshan gears up for his landmark moment in his career.  He is preparing to direct 100th film. 


The untitled film will revolve around a father-son conflict where both characters are renowned Carnatic Classic singers and have a clash of interest due to the ego and the musical ideology.  The rich narrative is packed with 12 songs, and is a family drama with action but will blend with classical music and a commercial storytelling. 


Mohanlal – No singing in the project.


While Mohanlal has showcased his singing talent in the films before, Priyadarshan has decided he will not have him sing in this project. The director said the film demands high-octane classical voice which makes it challenging even to the seasoned performers. 


Mohanlal is to essay the role of the son while the search is on for the father’s character. Priyadarshan revealed he would ideally want S P Balasubrahmanyam for the role. Citing the need for someone deeply rooted in the Carnatic music, is evolved in Hindustani and even Kathakali traditions.  


The background of the film is set in Kerala’s scenic Palakkad and the film is expected to be a grand musical spectacle and combines traditions with emotions and cinematic scale.