Coincidently a movie where Nedumudi Venu and KPAC Lalitha shared the screen and played pivotal parts, and is releasing posthumously happens to be ‘Bheeshma Parvam’, helmed by Amal Neerad.
The film features Mammootty in the lead role and the makers has launched the trailer of the film, as a tribute to KPAC Lalitha and Nedumudi Venu. The trailer surely gives goosebumps to the moviebuffs, who were eagerly waiting for an update of the upcoming movie, and it also gives a glimpse of two gems Malayalam cinema lost of late – Nedumudi Venu and KPAC Lalitha. Undoubtedly, Nedumudi Venu and KPAC Lalitha have created the magic they always did, and the trailer is proof.
Check out the trailer here.
#BheeshmaParvam Official TrailerWatch Trailer : https://t.co/rXtLVyaHbO https://t.co/RyuqqY1yeU
— Mammootty (@mammukka) 1645645400000
Cinéastes and movie buffs turned emotional watching the fabulous trailer, and it is trending on social media and the video sharing platforms.
1/6KPAC Lalitha’s priceless performances you must watch
-
<p>KPAC Lalitha is a name that stands synonymous with the word artist. Born as Maheshwari Amma, she ventured into acting at the age of 10, through plays. After a successful stint in theatre, she shifted focus to movies. She debuted in the movie industry in 1969 with ‘Kootukudumbam’ directed by KS Sethumathavan. From working with the who’s who of Malayalam cinema to finding her better half filmmaker Bharathan, Malayalam cinema has been her life.</p><p>KPAC Lalitha’s demise has left a void that is irreversible, but she will live in the hearts of the cinèastes forever, through her eternal performances. Trying to choose five or 10 movies from KPAC Lalitha’s oeuvre would be a wild goose chase, however, we have picked five performances of the actress that has received both audience appreciation and critics’ approval. </p><p>(Picture courtesy: Instagram)</p>
KPAC Lalitha is a name that stands synonymous with the word artist. Born as Maheshwari Amma, she ventured into acting at the age of 10, through plays. After a successful stint in theatre, she shifted focus to movies. She debuted in the movie industry in 1969 with ‘Kootukudumbam’ directed by KS Sethumathavan. From working with the who’s who of Malayalam cinema to finding her better half filmmaker Bharathan, Malayalam cinema has been her life.
KPAC Lalitha’s demise has left a void that is irreversible, but she will live in the hearts of the cinèastes forever, through her eternal performances. Trying to choose five or 10 movies from KPAC Lalitha’s oeuvre would be a wild goose chase, however, we have picked five performances of the actress that has received both audience appreciation and critics’ approval.
(Picture courtesy: Instagram)
-
<p>Fazil’s 1993 release classic ‘Manichithrathazhu’, had a battalion of actors including KPAC Lalitha. The thespian played the role of Bhasura, a relative of the protagonist Ganga (Shobana). KPAC Lalitha’s story telling talent was explored at its best for the film. It is Bhasura, who narrates the tale of Nagavali, a dancer, who was slaughtered and she haunts the palace in vengeance. From the hilarious bathroom scene, to the narration and chasing her husband through the palace, KPAC Lalitha delivered some magnificent moments in the film.</p><p>(Picture courtesy: Twitter)</p>
Fazil’s 1993 release classic ‘Manichithrathazhu’, had a battalion of actors including KPAC Lalitha. The thespian played the role of Bhasura, a relative of the protagonist Ganga (Shobana). KPAC Lalitha’s story telling talent was explored at its best for the film. It is Bhasura, who narrates the tale of Nagavali, a dancer, who was slaughtered and she haunts the palace in vengeance. From the hilarious bathroom scene, to the narration and chasing her husband through the palace, KPAC Lalitha delivered some magnificent moments in the film.
(Picture courtesy: Twitter)
-
<p>How long would you go for unrequited love? Well, you should ask Omana from ‘Kanalkkatu’. Helmed by Sathyan Anthikad, ‘Kanalkattu’ featured KPAC Lalitha in the role of Omana. Omana works as a maid to make a living. Lovesick Omana falls for Narayanan (Mammootty), whom she gets married to. Though Omana’s initial acts to seduce Narayanan turns out to be hilarious, she conquers the hearts of the audience, when she unfolds the truth. KPAC Lalitha who has often leave the audience laugh their lungs out, made them well up with the emotional scenes in ‘Kanalkkattu’.</p><p><a href=”https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/news/when-kpac-lalitha-romanced-mammootty-on-screen-for-kanalkkattu/articleshow/89770703.cms”>When KPAC Lalitha romanced Mammootty on screen for ‘Kanalkkattu’</a><br /></p><p>(Picture courtesy: Twitter)</p>
How long would you go for unrequited love? Well, you should ask Omana from ‘Kanalkkatu’. Helmed by Sathyan Anthikad, ‘Kanalkattu’ featured KPAC Lalitha in the role of Omana. Omana works as a maid to make a living. Lovesick Omana falls for Narayanan (Mammootty), whom she gets married to. Though Omana’s initial acts to seduce Narayanan turns out to be hilarious, she conquers the hearts of the audience, when she unfolds the truth. KPAC Lalitha who has often leave the audience laugh their lungs out, made them well up with the emotional scenes in ‘Kanalkkattu’.
When KPAC Lalitha romanced Mammootty on screen for ‘Kanalkkattu’
(Picture courtesy: Twitter)
-
<p>KPAC Lalitha didn’t appear even in a scene of acclaimed filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan’s ‘Mathilukal’, yet, she marked her presence in the film. KPAC Lalitha played the role of Narayani, a prisoner, in ‘Mathilukal’, a movie based on the eponymous novel by Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Narayani, who is lonely, meets Basheer (Mammootty) in prision. They never meet each other, without the hindrance of the wall that separates them. Yet, they fall passionately in love. KPAC Lalitha’s impeccable talent in bringing a character alive, through her voice, was made use by the filmmaker and it turned out to be one of the most celebrated films of the actress.</p><p><a href=”https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/news/exclusive-adoor-gopalakrishnan-on-casting-kpac-lalitha-in-mathilukal-that-was-the-moment-i-realized-no-one-in-malayalam-cinema-could-breathe-life-into-narayani/articleshow/89766615.cms”>EXCLUSIVE – Adoor Gopalakrishnan on casting KPAC Lalitha in ‘Mathilukal’</a></p><p>(Picture courtesy: Twitter)</p>
KPAC Lalitha didn’t appear even in a scene of acclaimed filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan’s ‘Mathilukal’, yet, she marked her presence in the film. KPAC Lalitha played the role of Narayani, a prisoner, in ‘Mathilukal’, a movie based on the eponymous novel by Vaikom Muhammad Basheer. Narayani, who is lonely, meets Basheer (Mammootty) in prision. They never meet each other, without the hindrance of the wall that separates them. Yet, they fall passionately in love. KPAC Lalitha’s impeccable talent in bringing a character alive, through her voice, was made use by the filmmaker and it turned out to be one of the most celebrated films of the actress.
EXCLUSIVE – Adoor Gopalakrishnan on casting KPAC Lalitha in ‘Mathilukal’
(Picture courtesy: Twitter)
-
<p>What does motherhood or being a mother mean? Does it only mean, being a mother to the child you have given birth to? In TK Rajeev Kumar’s ‘Pavithram’, KPAC Lalitha stepped into the shoes of Punchiri. Punchiri is an aunt to Unnikrishnan (Mohanlal). And when Unnikrishnan is left with his infant sister, after the untimely demise of his mother, Punchiri, turns a mother to the child. Though she hasn’t given birth to the child, she breastfeeds the infant, and takes care of the child. It is impossible to watch those scenes without bursting into tears.</p><p>(Picture courtesy: Twitter)</p>
What does motherhood or being a mother mean? Does it only mean, being a mother to the child you have given birth to? In TK Rajeev Kumar’s ‘Pavithram’, KPAC Lalitha stepped into the shoes of Punchiri. Punchiri is an aunt to Unnikrishnan (Mohanlal). And when Unnikrishnan is left with his infant sister, after the untimely demise of his mother, Punchiri, turns a mother to the child. Though she hasn’t given birth to the child, she breastfeeds the infant, and takes care of the child. It is impossible to watch those scenes without bursting into tears.
(Picture courtesy: Twitter)
-
<p>KPAC Lalitha can effortlessly play a romantic. She essayed the role of Karthu in Priyadarshan’s film ‘Thenmavin Kombathu’. Karthu is madly in love with Thampuran (Nedumudi Venu). Though KPAC Lalitha had only a few scenes in the film, she made sure to leave her mark. She expressed Omana’s unrequited love with subtle emotions, and the audience continues to praise the actress for her performance in the film.</p><p>(Picture courtesy: Twitter)</p>
KPAC Lalitha can effortlessly play a romantic. She essayed the role of Karthu in Priyadarshan’s film ‘Thenmavin Kombathu’. Karthu is madly in love with Thampuran (Nedumudi Venu). Though KPAC Lalitha had only a few scenes in the film, she made sure to leave her mark. She expressed Omana’s unrequited love with subtle emotions, and the audience continues to praise the actress for her performance in the film.
(Picture courtesy: Twitter)
Share this on: FacebookTwitterPintrest
1/5Times when KPAC Lalitha turned an incredible storyteller
-
<p> The demise of one of the legendary actresses KPAC Lalitha has created an irreversible void in the Malayalam cinema. As an actress who has aced at performing a variety of roles ranging from comedy to serious ones, she has gifted the industry with several memorable iconic roles. Everything being said, there is one more hidden quality for the actress that the directors have flawlessly applied in the majority of their films, that is KPAC Lalitha’s magnificent ability to narrate backstories in films. There are several instances of her where she simply paints a visual in the viewer’s mind with her style of narration. The director who exceptionally applied her incredible voice acting was none other than the renowned director Adoor Gopalakrishnan in the film ‘Mathilukal’ released in the year 1990. Here let’s take a look at some of the movies where KPAC Lalitha literally lifted the soul of a movie or even infused emotions among the audience with her incredible storytelling.</p><p>(Picture Courtesy : Facebook)</p>
The demise of one of the legendary actresses KPAC Lalitha has created an irreversible void in the Malayalam cinema. As an actress who has aced at performing a variety of roles ranging from comedy to serious ones, she has gifted the industry with several memorable iconic roles. Everything being said, there is one more hidden quality for the actress that the directors have flawlessly applied in the majority of their films, that is KPAC Lalitha’s magnificent ability to narrate backstories in films. There are several instances of her where she simply paints a visual in the viewer’s mind with her style of narration. The director who exceptionally applied her incredible voice acting was none other than the renowned director Adoor Gopalakrishnan in the film ‘Mathilukal’ released in the year 1990. Here let’s take a look at some of the movies where KPAC Lalitha literally lifted the soul of a movie or even infused emotions among the audience with her incredible storytelling.
(Picture Courtesy : Facebook)
-
<p>KPAC Lalitha’s character Bhasura in the film ‘Manichitrathzhu’ literally could be called a guidebook on how to portray a character with the right mix of comedy and emotions. There is one instance in the film where KPAC Lalitha simply unveils her epitome of storytelling skills. In the film, KPAC Lalitha’s character Bhasura Kunjamma narrates a riveting backstory of Karanavar and Nagavalli to the Ganga character played by the actress Shobana. With the right voice modulation with well-paced pauses, KPAC Lalitha simply takes the viewers back into the era. Even though there are no intercut visuals of the backstory shown in this sequence, the audience gets all the right emotions that the director wants to inflict among them. All thanks to the incredible storytelling skill on KPAC Lalitha.</p><p>(Picture Courtesy : Facebook)</p>
KPAC Lalitha’s character Bhasura in the film ‘Manichitrathzhu’ literally could be called a guidebook on how to portray a character with the right mix of comedy and emotions. There is one instance in the film where KPAC Lalitha simply unveils her epitome of storytelling skills. In the film, KPAC Lalitha’s character Bhasura Kunjamma narrates a riveting backstory of Karanavar and Nagavalli to the Ganga character played by the actress Shobana. With the right voice modulation with well-paced pauses, KPAC Lalitha simply takes the viewers back into the era. Even though there are no intercut visuals of the backstory shown in this sequence, the audience gets all the right emotions that the director wants to inflict among them. All thanks to the incredible storytelling skill on KPAC Lalitha.
(Picture Courtesy : Facebook)
-
<p>The storytelling sequence in the Prithviraj Sukumaran starrer film ‘Adam Joan’ has a close resemblance to the film ‘Manichitrathazhu’. In this film, KPAC Lalitha’s character narrates the story of a cult society that worships satan. KPAC Lalitha’s narration on Karuthachanoottu, the cult worship, sends chills down one’s spine and really lifts the entire horror ambiance of the film. Along with her incredible and terrifying story aeration, KPAC Lalitha uses subtle expressions, showing doubt towards Lena’s character on whether she is a part of the cult, literally creating a terrifying mood among the audience. This scene is hands down, one of the best scenes in the film Adam Joan.</p><p>(Picture Courtesy : Facebook)</p>
The storytelling sequence in the Prithviraj Sukumaran starrer film ‘Adam Joan’ has a close resemblance to the film ‘Manichitrathazhu’. In this film, KPAC Lalitha’s character narrates the story of a cult society that worships satan. KPAC Lalitha’s narration on Karuthachanoottu, the cult worship, sends chills down one’s spine and really lifts the entire horror ambiance of the film. Along with her incredible and terrifying story aeration, KPAC Lalitha uses subtle expressions, showing doubt towards Lena’s character on whether she is a part of the cult, literally creating a terrifying mood among the audience. This scene is hands down, one of the best scenes in the film Adam Joan.
(Picture Courtesy : Facebook)
-
<p>The climax of the Rojin Thomas directorial feel-good movie ‘Home’, is literally the backbone of the entire film. The director brilliantly brought out the storyteller in the actress KPAC Lalitha and used it in one of the pivotal moments in the film. Different from the other two terrifying narration styles used in ‘Manichitrathazhu’ and ‘Adam Joan’, KPAC Lalitha paints a beautiful feel-good backstory in the minds of the audience. Within a short screen time, the actress unveils the magnum opus of her talent in the film Home’.</p><p>(Picture Courtesy : Facebook)</p>
The climax of the Rojin Thomas directorial feel-good movie ‘Home’, is literally the backbone of the entire film. The director brilliantly brought out the storyteller in the actress KPAC Lalitha and used it in one of the pivotal moments in the film. Different from the other two terrifying narration styles used in ‘Manichitrathazhu’ and ‘Adam Joan’, KPAC Lalitha paints a beautiful feel-good backstory in the minds of the audience. Within a short screen time, the actress unveils the magnum opus of her talent in the film Home’.
(Picture Courtesy : Facebook)
-
<p>There are several instances in the film ‘Vietnam Colony’ in which KPAC Lalitha unveils the magnificent storyteller in her. One of those prominent sequences is when the actor Mohanlal’s character listens to a story told by KPAC Lalitha’s character about their town and how the thug Rawther and his villain gang are making their lives terrible. KPAC Lalitha brilliantly outlines the entire back story of their town with this 3-minute sequence. Her narration also foreshadows some of the pivotal moments in the film. </p><p>(Picture Courtesy : Facebook)</p>
There are several instances in the film ‘Vietnam Colony’ in which KPAC Lalitha unveils the magnificent storyteller in her. One of those prominent sequences is when the actor Mohanlal’s character listens to a story told by KPAC Lalitha’s character about their town and how the thug Rawther and his villain gang are making their lives terrible. KPAC Lalitha brilliantly outlines the entire back story of their town with this 3-minute sequence. Her narration also foreshadows some of the pivotal moments in the film.
(Picture Courtesy : Facebook)
Share this on: FacebookTwitterPintrest
Helmed by Amal Neerad, ‘Bheeshma Parvam’ features Mammootty in the role of an ex-gangster Michael, while actors, Soubin Shahir, Sreenath Bhasi, Farhaan Faasil, Shine Tom Chacko, Dileesh Pothan, Nedumudi Venu, KPAC Lalitha, Nadhiya Moidu, Lena, and Jinu Joseph have roped to play some pivotal roles in the film.
1/10KPAC Lalitha’s memorable roles
-
-
<p>Though KPAC Lalitha wasn’t shown on the screen, her voice completed the character in ‘Mathilukal’.</p>
Though KPAC Lalitha wasn’t shown on the screen, her voice completed the character in ‘Mathilukal’.
-
<p>She played the role of Omana in ‘Kanalkkattu’, and romanced Mammootty onscreen.<u style=”font-size: 14px;”></u></p>
She played the role of Omana in ‘Kanalkkattu’, and romanced Mammootty onscreen.
-
<p>Remember the dynamic Bhasura from ‘Manichithrathazhu’?</p>
Remember the dynamic Bhasura from ‘Manichithrathazhu’?
-
<p>How far will you go for love? Take cues from Karthu from ‘Thenmavin Kombathu’!</p>
How far will you go for love? Take cues from Karthu from ‘Thenmavin Kombathu’!
-
<p>Punchiri from ‘Pavithram’ proved that motherhood has deeper meaning than bringing up your own child. </p>
Punchiri from ‘Pavithram’ proved that motherhood has deeper meaning than bringing up your own child.
-
<p>KPAC Lalitha gave a tough competition for thespian Thilakan when the duo played an onscreen couple in ‘Spadikam’.</p>
KPAC Lalitha gave a tough competition for thespian Thilakan when the duo played an onscreen couple in ‘Spadikam’.
-
<p>She received the National award for best supporting actress for her role in the 1990 release ‘Amaram’. </p>
She received the National award for best supporting actress for her role in the 1990 release ‘Amaram’.
-
<p>The Jayaraj directorial bagged KPAC Lalitha her second National award for best supporting actress.</p>
The Jayaraj directorial bagged KPAC Lalitha her second National award for best supporting actress.
-
Share this on: FacebookTwitterPintrest
1/10Rare photos of KPAC Lalitha
-
-
<p>A throwback picture of KPAC Lalitha with her husband Bharathan. </p>
A throwback picture of KPAC Lalitha with her husband Bharathan.
-
<p>KPAC Lalitha and husband Bharathan with their elder kid. </p>
KPAC Lalitha and husband Bharathan with their elder kid.
-
<p>A priceless picture of young KPAC Lalitha. </p>
A priceless picture of young KPAC Lalitha.
-
<p>KPAC Lalitha was a multi-facted talent. </p>
KPAC Lalitha was a multi-facted talent.
-
<p>KPAC Lalitha has always approached life with a smile. </p>
KPAC Lalitha has always approached life with a smile.
-
<p>A family picture of KPAC Lalitha with her husband and their two kids. </p>
A family picture of KPAC Lalitha with her husband and their two kids.
-
<p>When KPAC Lalitha received the National award for the best supporting artist. </p>
When KPAC Lalitha received the National award for the best supporting artist.
-
<p>KPAC Lalitha filming for ‘Venkalam’ helmed by her husband Bharathan.</p>
KPAC Lalitha filming for ‘Venkalam’ helmed by her husband Bharathan.
-
<p>Yet another picture of KPAC Lalitha with husband Bharathan.</p>
Yet another picture of KPAC Lalitha with husband Bharathan.
Share this on: FacebookTwitterPintrest
Meanwhile, KPAC Lalitha was laid to rest at her residence ‘Orma’, in Wadakkanchery, Thrissur, with full state honours on Wednesday (Feb 23). Wife of late legendary filmmaker Bharathan, KPAC Lalitha is survived by her son Sidharth and daughter Sreekutty.
