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The trailer for 'Hridayapoorvam,' starring Mohanlal and Malavika Mohanan, has been released, offering a glimpse into a heartwarming family drama set for an Onam release. Mohanlal plays Sandeep, a heart transplant survivor on a journey to meet his donor's family. Along the way, he encounters Mohanan's character, adding a new dimension to his life.

Shriya Pilgaonkar joins Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan in Priyadarshan's upcoming thriller, 'Haiwaan,' marking her return to mainstream cinema after success on streaming platforms. The film, a Hindi remake of the Malayalam thriller 'Oppam,' commenced shooting in Kochi, reuniting Akshay and Saif after 17 years. Akshay Kumar is rumored to play the antagonist.

Veteran filmmaker Priyadarshan has revealed that he is preparing to retire from filmmaking after completing two major projects, Haiwaan and the much-anticipated Hera Pheri 3. Currently in Kochi shooting for Haiwaan, the acclaimed director opened up about the film, his collaborations with Akshay Kumar, and why he feels the time has come to step away from cinema. After Haiwaan, Priyadarshan plans to direct his 100th film, with Mohanlal in the lead once again.