Priya Mani's most recent Malayalam film is Officer on Duty, featuring Kunchacko Boban in the principal role of a police officer. However, the actress continues to receive inquiries regarding her performance in the 2010 Mammootty film Pranchiyettan. Recently, Priya Mani discussed Pranchiyettan and the well-known 'kick scene' in which Mammootty expressed his apologies to her. Here are the details of that incident.

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Priya Mani on Mammootty apologizing after ‘kick’ scene in Pranchiyettan

Priya Mani portrayed the character of Padmasree in the film Pranchiyettan, which featured Mammootty in the lead role and continues to be a topic of discussion among enthusiasts of Malayalam cinema. In a recent interview with The New Indian Express, Priya Mani shared her experiences regarding the kick scene in the Mammootty-led film.

She recalled that Mammootty expressed his apologies to her multiple times, stating, “I have to do this” as it was part of the script. Priya Mani reassured Mammootty that it was acceptable. She further mentioned that the scene was approved after two takes, yet Mammootty continued to apologize, saying, “I am so sorry that I had to do this.” The actress reiterated that it was perfectly fine. When the interviewer inquired about the kick, Priya Mani humorously remarked that it was “Nalla chavittu ayirunu,” which can be loosely interpreted as “It was quite a kick.”

Pranchiyettan plot and the kick scene

For the unversed, the 2010 Malayalam film follows the life of Francis aka Pranchiyettan, who is disappointed that he hasn’t been able to make a name for himself despite being a rich businessman. In a bid to get fame and recognition, he attempts to even get hold of the civilian honour of Padmashree. 

Despite investing significant sums, his efforts prove to be in vain. He finds himself the subject of ridicule and chooses to isolate himself indoors, steering clear of others. However, a woman knocks on his door, and when he asks for her identity, she responds with "Padmashree." Assuming that someone has come to mock him, Pranchiyettan opens the door and delivers a kick, causing her to fall to the ground, unconscious. This moment signifies the introduction of PriyaMani’s character, who subsequently forms a connection with Pranchiyettan following the initial misunderstanding.

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