'Kireedam' title was originally planned for Mammootty film; Sibi Malayil opens up about Mohanlal's classic film

Director Sibi Malayil shared the original title for Kireedam was not intended for Mohanlal. The iconic title Kireedam was ...
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Sibi Malayil Reveals Reasons For Backing Out Of Kamal Haasan’s Gunaa

In a recent interview with the New Indian Express, veteran filmmaker Sibi Malayil opened up about his failed collaboration with Kamal Haasan for his Tamil debut in ‘Gunaa.’ Despite the renewed ...
The New Indian Express

Ahead of Devadoothan's re-release, Sibi Malayil recalls he went into depression when the film flopped 24 years ago

"Somebody Wants To Say Something To Someone," goes the tagline of Devadoothan. The film released in the year 2000 failed to attract the attention of the cinegoers it deserved. As we approach the ...
The New Indian Express

INTERVIEW: ‘Credit for stories goes to writers, I only translated them visually’, says director Sibi Malayil

Soft-spoken and reserved, Sibi Malayil stands tall as one of the most successful directors in the Malayalam film industry. With a career spanning over four decades, he has helmed about 40 films since ...
The Hindu

From Kireedam to Sadayam: Sibi Malayil on why Mohanlal stands apart

On the eve of actor Mohanlal receiving the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, The Hindu spoke with acclaimed filmmaker Sibi Malayil, who has directed some of the actor’s most memorable performances. Malayil ...
Indiatimes

Roshan Mathew on ‘Kotthu’: It has been an absolute honour to work with Sibi Malayil sir

Roshan Mathew, who has recently wrapped up his portions for the upcoming film ‘Kotthu’ has shared his experience working with veteran filmmaker Sibi Malayil. ‘Kotthu’ is helmed by Sibi Malayil and ...