We previously reported that Naai Sekar director, Kishore Rajkumar, is all set to make his debut as lead actor with Coimbatore Mappillaii, starring alongside Anna Ben. On Friday, the film's makers announced the release date.
Speaking about the film, as per the official press note, Kishore, who also helms the film, said, "We completed the shooting of Coimbatore Mappillaii in just 29 days. While many films have portrayed overweight people in comic roles, this film features a character with a heavier build as the protagonist. I am happy to be playing that role myself. The film has been crafted to appeal to audiences from all walks of life and to be enjoyed by families together. From beginning to end, the film promises a nonstop dose of laughter and entertainment.”
Coimbatore Mappillaii is scheduled to open in theatres on December 24, planned to capitalise on the Christmas holiday period. The film also stars KS Ravikumar, Ponvannan, Viji Chandrasekhar, Sithappu Saravanan, Vinodhini Vaidhyanathan, Lollu Sabha Manohar, CWC Monisha Blessy, WhatsApp Mani, and Nakkalites Ranjith, among others.
The film has been produced by Karthik Srinivas and Mahaveer Ashok under the company Noise and Grains. It marks the media production and talent management company's maiden production venture.
Praveen Balu has written the screenplay and dialogues for the film alongside director Kishore. Praveen also doubles up as the film's cinematographer. On the technical front, it also has editing by Ram Pandian, choreography by Brinda Master, and art direction by Sri Sasikumar. The makers are yet to announce the film's composer. The film reunites both Praveen and Ram with Kishore after 2022's Naai Sekar, starring Sathish in his first lead role.