Kattalan ropes in Ravi Basrur weeks before release, replacing Ajaneesh Lokanath

With its theatrical release just around the corner, Antony Varghese, aka Pepe's Kattalan has made a notable last-minute change to its technical crew. Composer Ravi Basrur known for his work in the magnum opus KGF has officially joined the project, stepping in for Ajaneesh Lokanath, who was earlier associated with the film.

Ajaneesh Lokanath, best known for his work in Kantara, had already contributed to Kattalan, including composing the track ‘Majako Mallika’ and creating the teaser’s background score. However, his sudden departure at such a late stage has raised questions, especially since the film is nearing completion and gearing up for release.

The entry of Ravi Basrur, however, brings a distinct advantage as Basrur is best known for his high-impact scores in films like KGF and Salaar and has built a reputation for crafting music that enhances scale and intensity. While it remains uncertain whether any of Ajaneesh Lokanath’s earlier work will be retained, Ravi Basrur now takes full charge of shaping the film’s musical identity.

Also read: In conversation with Ajaneesh Loknath: Crafting the sound of Kantara: Chapter 1

About Kattalan

Headlined by Antony Varghese, popularly known as Pepe, Kattalan is an action thriller set in the backdrop of ivory smuggling. The film marks the directorial debut of Paul George, who has co-written the script with Joby Varghese and Jero Jacob. Dialogues are penned by noted writer Unni R, adding depth to the storytelling.

Kattalan also features a wide-ranging cast, including Dushara Vijayan, Sunil, Kabir Duhan Singh, Jagadish, Siddique, Anson Paul, Raj Tirandasu, rapper Baby Jean, Hipster, singer Hanan Shaah, Parth Tiwari, and Shibin S Raghav alongside Antony Varghese.

On the technical side, cinematography is handled by Renadive, while editing is led by Shameer Muhammed. Action choreography is by Kecha Khamphakdee, known for designing large-scale stunt sequences.

As Kattalan moves into its final stages of post-production ahead of its May release, the addition of Ravi Basrur signals a clear intent to strengthen its overall appeal. For Antony Varghese aka Pepe, the film adds another action-heavy project to his filmography, while for Basrur, it marks a further expansion into Malayalam cinema.

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