Kochi: Indian Cinema icon Mohanlal took to social media to share a deeply touching message following the theatrical release of Thudakkam, the high-octane action thriller directed by Jude Anthany Joseph. The film marks the silver screen debut of Mohanlal’s daughter, Vismaya Mohanlal, alongside Aashish Joe Antony, son of acclaimed producer Antony Perumbavoor.
Reflecting on this milestone moment in his family’s life, Mohanlal expressed immense gratitude to the audience for showering love and encouragement on the young debutants.
”A father’s heart couldn’t ask for more. Watching Vismaya begin her journey with Thudakkam, and seeing the love you’ve shown her, is a blessing I’ll always cherish. It warms my heart with immense joy to see Aashish Joe Antony, whom I have known and loved since he was a little boy, sharing this beautiful journey alongside her. Thank you for embracing them both with such warmth 🙏”
A New Chapter for Mollywood
Thudakkam, produced under the banner of Aashirvad Cinemas, has generated significant buzz with Vismaya starring as the central character, Meenu, and delivering impressive action sequences that display her martial arts background. Aashish Joe Antony delivers a compelling performance in a key role, adding depth and intensity to the story.
For film lovers who have grown up watching Mohanlal and producer Antony Perumbavoor’s iconic partnership behind the camera, seeing their second generation step into the limelight together in Thudakkam marks a heartwarming, full-circle moment for Malayalam cinema.
A Second-Generation Legacy Begins
In Thudakkam, Vismaya Mohanlal headlines the film as Meenu, a young woman whose peaceful life is upended by unexpected circumstances. Leveraged heavily in the film’s action set-pieces is Vismaya’s real-life background in martial arts, including Muay Thai, which brings grounded, authentic choreography to her performance.
Aashish Joe Antony delivers a sharp, compelling performance in a crucial role, providing depth and conflict to the central narrative.
For film enthusiasts who have witnessed the legendary box-office partnership between Mohanlal and producer Antony Perumbavoor over three decades—yielding historic blockbusters like Lucifer, Drishyam, and Pulimurugan—seeing their children share the screen represents a heartwarming, generational milestone for Malayalam cinema.
