Exclusive: 'Chenkol' director Aryan Santhosh on making mythological adventure
After 15 years of acting, Aryan Santhosh is making his directorial debut with Chenkol, a film inspired by the mysteries of Kerala's Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple, including its hidden vaults and underwater kingdom.
What started as a lighthearted rom-com idea turned into a mythological adventure after Santhosh dug deep into local dynastic legends.
More about the film
Chenkol means "royal scepter," symbolizing fair leadership.
The film mixes Kannada (60%) and Malayalam (40%) dialogue, with subtitles for the Malayalam portions, aiming to connect audiences across languages without dubbing.
Now leading a 90-person crew, Santhosh is blending real history and folklore for a fresh cinematic experience, perfect if you're into stories that mix ancient legend with modern storytelling.