The upcoming Tamil film Arikomban, based on the life of the wild elephant that became a household name in Kerala, is set to hit theatres on December 11. The makers recently unveiled the film's teaser. It is written and directed by Mithun Maheshwaran, who also plays the lead and produced the project. Mithun has previously appeared in films such as Chennaiyil Oru Naal, Engaeyum Eppothum and Biriyani, among others.
Arikomban explores the life of the titular elephant and the struggles of people living in proximity to forests. The makers promise a blend of action and emotional drama, drawing on real-life events. Devika Krishnan plays the female lead in the film, with cinematography by Aneeshlal RS, editing by B Praveen and music by Sagishna Xavier. It is shot in the Pachamalai and Kollimalai hill regions of Tamil Nadu.
Notably, Malayalam filmmaker-actor Sajid Yahiya had earlier announced another project with the same title in 2023, centring on the same subject, but the current status of the film is unknown.
