The experience of working with Kerala Cafe?
Great. The movie gave me a great sense of bonding and belonging. Ten of us were working together to make one movie. Each film has its own identity; yet it so effortlessly jelled into an integrated whole called Kerala Cafe. The film is also a strong rejoinder to the common cynical assertion that the comradeship among the film makers is a thing of past.
How Aviramam blends into Kerala cafe?
Aviramam shares the common theme of journey with the other films in Kerala Cafe. My film addresses itself to the contemporary social milieu and reflects on the ways in which the socio-economic forces determine the functioning of nuclear family. I think “the journey” in my film has a metaphoric value that suggests the forward movement of life under the hovering shadow of death.
How diferent is Aviramam from Madambi and I.G?
It is as different as difference itself. Aviramam invokes the spirit of my first screenplay Jalamarmaram, and my telefilms Antharangal and Annum Mazhayaayirunnu.
Why do you think this movie will be a success?
I think the film’s daringly pronounced newness in its form and content and the immense humanity it exudes will profoundly touch the viewers.
The scope for more such movies?
Beethoven’s symphonies are unique. Imitations are aplenty.
How you got involved in the project?
Renjith is a friend I have great love and respect for. So when he called me to be part of this wonderful fraternity, I simply gave in.
Your upcoming projects?
My next film starts in December with Mammootty in lead role. That will be a masala. no apologies intended.
