Thanupp is a 2024 Indian Malayalam-language film, written and directed by Ragesh Narayanan, in his directorial debut. The film introduces Nidheesh Nambiar and Jibiya T. C. in lead roles. The film was released on 4 October 2024.
Plot.
The young couple, Pratheesh and Treesa, arrive at a beautiful village blessed with hills and rivers. They settle there in a rented room with the help of the villager Prakashan. Pratheesh makes a living by working as a painter in the company of Prakasan. Though the villagers come to like the young couple, they feel something mysterious in Pratheesh and Treesa. Their suspicions increase when the couple ask about the location of the river and some sees them going to river at night. It is the rest of the story of the young couple that the film Thanuppu unravels in a tone of unflinching social commitment.
Production.
Ragesh Narayanan, known for his work as cinematographer in films like "White Boys" (2015), "Hallelooya" (2016) and "Neeraja" (2023), became independent film director with "Thanupp" and Bibin Ashok, an assistant to music director Bijibal, was signed as music director of the same film, which is bank rolled by Anu Ananthan and Dr. Lakshmi. Interestingly, Manikandan P. S. was signed as the cinematographer of the film, though the director himself is a known cameraman.
The film was shot at several locations of Kannur district, Wayanad district, Ernakulam district, Chennai district and Kodagu district. The first look poster was released on 15 February 2024. Actors Aju Varghese and Anaswara Rajan released the trailer on 23 September 2024. The film has won several accolades at film festivals.