The makers of upcoming Malayalam film, Bharathanatyam, released it first poster, along with an update on its theatrical release date. Saiju Kurup's maiden production venture, Bharathanatyam, will hit the big screens on August 23. The main actors, Saiju and Saikumar, are shown in the poster looking up while everyone else is looking straight ahead. Krishnadas Murali, who wrote the script, is making his directing debut with this movie.

"This long-standing desire has come to fruition due to the incredible amount of love and encouragement I’ve received from all of you over the past 19 years in my journey in the film industry,” wrote Saiju on Instagram, sharing the poster.

The movie also features Kalaranjini, Sreeja Ravi, Swathi Das Prabhu, and Nandu Poduval. Lini Mariam David and Anupama B Nambiar have bankrolled this project under the banner of Thomas Thiruvalla Films, along with Saiju Kurup Entertainments. Further details about the film as well as a trailer is expected in the coming days.

Saiju Kurup’s upcoming films

The actor’s latest theatrical release was horror drama, Gu, which is receiving good response in theatres. Saiju will be next seen in Porattu Naadakam, scheduled to hit theatres on August 9. He is also playing a pivotal role in the upcoming films - Kaalante Tangakudam, Cop Uncle, Bad Boyz and Nunakuzhi. Saiju’s another film, Anand Sreebala, is also expected to release soon.

Other Malayalam releases in August 23

Unlike July, August features a number of intriguing Malayalam films that are scheduled for release in theatres. Girish AD's film I Am Kathalan, Manju Warrier's Footage, Asif Ali's comedy drama Adios Amigo and Vinay Forrt's horror drama Chithini will be showed in theatres in August. On August 17, psychological horror thriller Manichitrathazhu will return to theatres. Vineeth Sreenivasan's film Oru Jaathi Jathakam will be released on big screens on August 22. Meanwhile, Meera Jasmine’s Paalum Pazhavum and Indrajith Sukumaran-starrer Mr & Mrs Bachelor will premiere in theatres on August 23.

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