'Movie is about humanity': Tovino Thomas opens up about 'Pallichattambi'
What's the story
In a recent interview with IANS, actor Tovino Thomas revealed some intriguing details about his upcoming movie, Pallichattambi. The film, directed by Dijo Jose Antony and co-starring Kayadu Lohar, is set in 1957-58 during a time of significant socio-political changes in Kerala. Thomas told the outlet, "The only politics that we are trying to tell in this movie is humanity."
Film details
More on the plot of 'Pallichattambi'
When asked about the basic plot of Pallichattambi, Thomas said, "I was very excited when I listened to the script." "But the thing is, I don't think I should give away much about the storyline and all. Because it might affect the audience's movie-going experience." He added that the movie is set in a time when Kerala was undergoing major socio-political changes. However, he clarified, "This story is completely fictional."
Character insights
'What happens in this village after he comes there...'
Thomas revealed, "My character is someone who comes from a different place to this place where the story is happening." "And he comes as a Palli Chettambi. Palli means church. Chettambi means someone who comes there to protect the church." "What happens in this village after he comes there, and how he understands life. How he makes people understand life." The film is set to release on April 9.