From Superhero Stories To Film Producer: Basil Joseph Starts Production No. 1 With Xylem’s Ananthu
Celebrated Malayalam filmmaker and actor Basil Joseph, best known for his hit films Kunjiramayanam, Godha and the Netflix superhero spectacle Minnal Murali, has now stepped into a brand-new chapter of his career — as a producer.
On social media, Basil introduced his production house “Basil Joseph Entertainment” with a touch of humour and creativity. He unveiled a quirky cartoon animation as the logo reveal, a funny little superhero baby pulling down the Pisa Tower, instantly striking a chord with fans. The playful announcement was received with cheer across Malayalam cinema circles, reflecting Basil’s trademark mix of fun and freshness.
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Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh reacted to Basil Joseph’s production house announcement by dropping a red heart in the comments.
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Basil will not be venturing into this new journey alone. He has teamed up with Dr. Ananthu S, the founder of Xylem Learning, to produce their maiden project jointly. The yet-to-be-titled film has already sparked curiosity, with Basil teasing fans with a behind-the-scenes glimpse of what he called “Production No.1.”
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While the makers are keeping details tightly under wraps, the association has created waves in the industry, given Basil’s reputation for crafting innovative stories and Dr. Ananthu’s dynamic entrepreneurial background.
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For Basil, the move into production feels like a natural extension of his storytelling journey. He started his career assisting Vineeth Sreenivasan in Thira (2013), before making his directorial debut with Kunjiramayanam in 2015. His sports comedy Godha (2017) and the groundbreaking superhero film Minnal Murali (2021) cemented his place as one of Malayalam cinema’s most exciting directors.
As an actor, Basil has also carved a special place in the hearts of audiences. From his memorable supporting role as Fr. Kevin in Joji (2021) to lead roles in Jan. E. Man (2021), Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey (2022), Palthu Janwar (2022), Falimy (2023), and the recent Nunakkuzhi (2024) and Ponman (2025), he has showcased remarkable versatility.
Fans flooded his announcement post with congratulatory messages, while industry colleagues like Tovino Thomas — Basil’s close collaborator in Minnal Murali — humorously quipped about wanting the lead role in the first production. Social media is abuzz with speculations that the debut project could once again explore the superhero genre, though no official confirmation has been made.
Born in Sultan Bathery, Wayanad, in 1989, Basil’s journey has been one of persistence, creativity, and continuous evolution. Married to Elizabeth since 2017 and a father to daughter Hope Elizabeth Basil, he often credits his family for being his strongest support system.
