Thriller Manju, known for his high-octane performances and powerful action roles, is stepping into a completely different character for his latest film, Mugila Mallige. In this upcoming project, he plays Muttatti Devaraj, a nuanced and emotional character, breaking away from his usual roles as a police officer or action hero. Produced by Nagaraj Reddy under the ANR Pictures banner and directed by RK Gandhi, who also wrote the story, screenplay, and dialogues, Mugila Mallige delves into a complex love story centered around themes of passion, conflict, and emotional depth.
The film stars Sanath and Sahana Chandrashekhar as the lead protagonists, who are seen navigating the ups and downs of their relationship. Thriller Manju shares screen space with veteran actress Bhavya, who plays his wife in the film.
The team has already completed filming significant portions in picturesque locations such as Kambalipur, Katerramma, Bhaktarhalli, Poojena Agrahar, Gattiganabe, and Hosakote. They are now preparing for the next phase of filming in Sakaleshpur and Madikeri, promising stunning new backdrops for the story.
The film’s technical team includes cinematographer Abhinandan Shetty, music composed by Aniruddha Shastry, and lyrics by Rajeev Krishna. Thriller Manju, known for his expertise in stunts, is also handling the action sequences. The ensemble cast features Rajesh, Shankar, MV Samay, Kishore Kumble, Shivu Kasaragod, Siddayya Hiremath, Ravi, Deena, Brinda, Naga, Jayaram, Yuveen, Satyavara Nagesh, Vasantha Nayak, Kiran Gattiganabe, Monica, and more.
