Neeraj Madhav, Althaf Salim-Starrer ‘Pluto’ Hits Theatres Today

The Malayalam sci-fi comedy Pluto, starring Neeraj Madhav and Althaf Salim in the lead roles, has hit theatres worldwide today, July 30.

Directed by Shamal Chacko, the film blends comedy with science fiction, promising audiences a fresh and entertaining cinematic experience.

The screenplay has been written by Niyas Mohammed, while Reju Kumar and Resmi Reju produce the film under the banner Orchid Films International.

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Pluto marks an interesting addition to Malayalam cinema’s growing list of experimental films, bringing together humour and science fiction in a genre that is relatively unexplored in the industry.

The film features Neeraj Madhav, Althaf Salim and Arsha Biju in pivotal roles, with the makers aiming to deliver a light-hearted entertainer packed with comedy and unexpected twists.

On the technical front, Sreeraj Raveendran has handled the cinematography, while Shamal Chacko and Appu N. Bhattathiri have jointly edited the film.

The music has been composed by Ashwin Aryan and Arcado, adding to the film’s vibrant tone.

The film is also significant for Althaf Salim, who continues his successful run as an actor after directing Odum Kuthira Chaadum Kuthira, starring Fahadh Faasil and Kalyani Priyadarshan.

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While the directorial venture received a mixed response at the box office, Althaf has remained a familiar face in Malayalam cinema with his effortless comic performances.

This movie also marks Neeraj Madhav’s return to the big screen after the success of his OTT release Love Under Construction.