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A |     Anurag Kashyap’s neo-noir Kennedy achieved a huge feat recently. In a milestone moment for Indian cinema, the film has been selected as the only title from the country to feature in the debut lineup of the Letterboxd Video Store. On December 10, Letterboxd officially launched its online film-rental platform, Video Store, featuring a curated mix of acclaimed movies, exclusive Academy Award submissions, and festival hits unavailable elsewhere.          The platform will let its members watch titles on a transactional video-on-demand (TVOD) model, free from subscriptions. And nestled among nine hand-picked international films is Kennedy, which had its world premiere in 2023 at the Cannes Film Festival.     Kashyap, who wrote the film during the lockdown, says, “I am happy that finally the film will be available for the general audience to watch in some parts of the world. It’s one of my most personal films and would love to get the audience feedback and reaction, and I am thankful to Letterboxd for putting it on their new platform. And I am, hopeful that we’ll soon be able to release it in India too as the producers are working on it.          Kennedy stars Rahul Bhatt and Sunny Leone. Shot largely at night across Mumbai over an intense 30-day schedule, the film follows an insomniac ex-cop, presumed dead, who continues to work for a corrupt system while seeking redemption.     Producer Ranjan Singh adds, “Yes, it’s a great moment that after travelling to almost 30 festivals across the world, the film will be available to cinephiles in these countries and we are extremely proud as the only Indian film in this line-up. We want to thank Letterboxd for choosing Kennedy and our studio partners, Zee Studios for the support that they’ve given to make this possible. We are working together on the India release of the film soon.”     After its Cannes premiere, the film screened at the Sydney International Film Festival (Australia), Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (South Korea), Neuchâtel International Fantastic Film Festival (Switzerland), MOTELX - Lisbon International Horror Film Festival, Indie Meme Film Festival (Austin, Texas), Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (Australia), London Indian Film Festival (UK), Fantastic Fest (USA), Jio MAMI Mumbai Film Festival, and the Kolkata International Film Festival, among others.     The countries where Kennedy will be available are the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Australia, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, and Switzerland.     Also Read: Anurag Kashyap to Star in Sam Anton’s Tamil Techno-thriller Unkill 123。    Fahadh Faasil is widely regarded as one of the most talented and versatile actors in the Malayalam film industry. Even people who don’t follow Malayalam cinema closely are likely familiar with his name. From comedies to intense psychological dramas and eccentric characters, the actor brings a natural ease and authenticity to his roles. Here are ten Fahadh Faasil films that are a must-watch.     In This Article      Kumbalangi NightsSuper DeluxeJojiBangalore DaysAaveshamC U SoonNorth 24 Kaatham22 Female KottayamMalikTranceKumbalangi Nights          Kumbalangi Nights is a 2019 Malayalam film directed by Madhu C Narayanan. It stars Fahadh Faasil, Soubin Shahir, Shane Nigam, Sreenath Bhasi, and Anna Ben, among others. The story follows four brothers, Franky, Bonny, Bobby and Saji, living in the fishing village of Kumbalangi. It explored their relationships that are strained by jealousy, misunderstandings, and past grievances. The film was a commercial success and is considered to be one of the best Malayalam films of the decade. Faasil was praised heavily for his character, and he also developed a cult following. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video.     Super Deluxe          Super Deluxe (2019) is directed by Thiagarajan Kumararaja, featuring an ensemble cast of Vijay Sethupathi, Fahadh Faasil, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Mysskin, and Ramya Krishnan. The film weaves together multiple interconnected stories set in Chennai, exploring dark humour, fate, and the unpredictability of life. In the film, Fahadh plays Mugil, an aspiring actor, who is devastated after discovering his wife's affair but helps her hide her ex-boyfriend's dead body. You can watch it on Netflix.     Joji          Dileesh Pothan's Joji is a contemporary adaptation of William Shakespeare's Macbeth, set against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic. The crime drama stars Fahadh Faasil as Joji, the youngest son of a wealthy family living on a rubber plantation in Kerala. Joji is financially dependent on his father, who is physically abusive towards him. After his father is paralysed following an accident, Joji finds the perfect opportunity to spread his wings. However, when his father is nursed back to health, Joji decides to do the unimaginable. As the story unfolds, Joji's descent into moral ambiguity and the consequences of his choices are explored, reflecting the themes of power and guilt central to Macbeth. The film also stars Baburaj, Shammi Thilakan, Basil Joseph and Unnimaya Prasad, among others. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video.     Bangalore Days          Bangalore Days is a coming-of-age romantic comedy-drama film written and directed by Anjali Menon. It stars Pauly, Dulquer Salmaan, Fahadh Faasil, Nazriya Nazim, Parvathy Thiruvothu and Isha Talwar, among others. The narrative follows three cousins from Kerala who move to Bangalore to pursue their dreams. Fahadh portrays Das, a reserved and introspective man who works as a software engineer in Bangalore. He is married to Kunju (Nazriya Nazim), and their relationship forms a significant subplot in the film. You can watch it on Amazon Prime Video.     Aavesham          Three men from Kerala, Aju Bibi and Shanthan, enrol at an engineering college in Bengaluru but are bullied badly by a gang of seniors. That's when they turn to local gangster Ranga, played by Fahadh Faasil, for help, but the latter gets emotionally attached to them, leading to a series of chaotic events. As the three boys dive deeper into Ranga’s world, events spiral beyond their control. Their academic lives are affected, and it takes a toll on their personal relationships as well. Faasil portrayed the eccentric gangster and brought unmatched energy to his performance. His swagger, unpredictable mood swings, and bursts of humour elevated the film. Aavesham is directed by Jithu Madhavan and also stars Hipzster, Mithun Jai Sankar, Roshan Shanavas, Sajin Gopu and Midhutty. Watch the film on JioHotstar.     C U Soon          C U Soon (2022), directed by Mahesh Narayanan, is India's first Screenlife film. It was shot on an iPhone and was received well by the audience upon its release. The film stars Fahadh Faasil, Roshan Mathew, and Darshana Rajendran. It unfolds through video calls, texts, emails, and CCTV footage, creating a tense atmosphere. Mathew plays Jimmy, a young man in Dubai who meets a woman named Anu online. Their romance takes a dark turn when Anu suddenly disappears after sending a disturbing video message. Faasil plays Kevin, Jimmy's cousin, a cybersecurity expert who plays a key role in uncovering the truth. With a performance confined to screens, the actor managed to project authority and intensity. Watch the film on Amazon Prime Video.     North 24 Kaatham          Fahad's Faasil's characters are never just ordinary people; they mirror human complexities. Just like his previous films, North 24 Kaatham shows him in a completely different light. He plays Harikrishnan, a geeky software architect who struggles with obsessive–compulsive disorder and self-righteousness. During a trip to Thiruvananthapuram, an unexpected hartal forces Hari to travel with two strangers, a social worker and a retired schoolteacher. What begins as an inconvenience slowly becomes a life-changing journey for Hari, as the people he meets challenge his rigid worldview. Watch it on JioHotstar.     22 Female Kottayam          Aashiq Abu's 22 Female Kottayam features Fahadh Faasil in one of his most complex and unsettling roles. The actor plays Cyril, a travel agency worker whose charm hides deep manipulation. The narrative follows Tessa, a young nursing student in Bengaluru who plans to travel to Canada for her career. She meets Cyril and is drawn to his confidence and warmth. But her world comes crashing down when she becomes a victim of sexual assault and later discovers that Cyril was complicit in it. Fahadh delivers a chilling performance as Cyril and embodies the cruelty of a man who represents betrayal in its most personal form. The film also stars Rima Kallingal, Pratap K Pothen and Resmi Sateesh, among others.     Malik          Malik, an intense political crime drama that follows Sulaiman Malik (Fahadh Faasil), his political ambitions and how he rises to power through the criminal underworld. The film begins with his arrest just before he plans to leave for Hajj, and through flashbacks, delves into his transformation into a powerful leader in the coastal village of Ramadapally. His portrayal of Sulaiman is considered one of his career bests. The Mahesh Narayanan directorial also stars Nimisha Sajayan, Vinay Forrt, Joju George and Dileesh Pothan among others.     Trance          Trance follows Viju Prasad (Fahadh), a motivational speaker from Kanyakumari, who lives with his mentally unstable younger brother, Kunjan. However, after Kunjan's suicide, Viju relocates to Mumbai, where he is recruited by a corporate duo, Solomon Davis and Issac Thomas, to pose as a Christian pastor performing fake miracles. Under the alias Pastor Joshua Carlton, Viju's persona becomes a global sensation. However, at the height of his fame, he is invited for a TV interview where he is coerced into performing a miracle. But this leads to unforeseen consequences that change the course of his life. Trance stars an ensemble cast including Fahadh Faasil, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Dileesh Pothan, Nazriya Nazim, Chemban Vinod Jose, Soubin Shahir, Sreenath Bhasi, Vinayakan and Arjun Ashokan. Watch the Anwar Rasheed directorial on Amazon Prime Video.Also Read: “Always a Treat to Watch Fahadh Faasil” - SS Rajamouli’s Son Karthikeya。

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