Thadavu, a critically acclaimed drama film, will be released in theatres on February 21, the makers announced on Monday. Directed by debutant Fazil Razak, the film provides an in-depth look at the solitary life of a middle-aged woman living in North Kerala, exploring themes of isolation, resilience, and personal growth.
Fazil Razak received widespread recognition for his direction, winning the Best Debut Director award at the 54th Kerala State Film Awards. Beena R Chandran, the film's lead actress, shared the Best Actress award with veteran actor Urvashi. Thadavu made its debut at the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) in 2023, where it was recognized for its powerful storytelling and cinematic brilliance. The film won the Rajata Chakoram for Best Debut Director and the audience poll award, marking its exceptional impact on the audience.
The technical team behind the film includes cinematographer Mridul S, editor Vinayak Suthan, and background score composer Vaisakh Somanath. Thadavu is produced by Fazil Razak, Pramod Dev, and Tanvi Gandhi.
Fazil Razak, known for his previous short films Athiru and Pira, both of which were featured at the 2021 International Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala (IDSFFK), marks his debut in feature film direction with Thadavu.
