Malayalam film ‘Vadakkan’ bags Best Supernatural Thriller award at Fright Night Film Festival

Malayalam film ‘Vadakkan’, directed by Sajeed A, featuring Kishore and Sruthy Menon in lead roles, has won the Best Supernatural Thriller award at the Fright Night Film Festival in America. Interestingly, ‘Vadakkan’ is the first Malayalam film to win the honour at the festival.

A supernatural thriller, ‘Vadakkan’ is based on the ancient folklore of North Malabar. The film boasts an exceptional crew, including Oscar-winning sound designer Resul Pookkutty, Japanese cinematographer Keiko Nakahara, script and dialogues by Unni R, and music by Bijipal. Renowned Pakistani singer Zebunnisa Bangash and Bollywood lyricist Shellee are also part of the crew.

In a note shared on Instagram, the makers said, “From ancient rituals to modern horrors, the past awakens in unimaginable ways on Brahmagiri Island. Join a paranormal investigator as he delves into a dark world of myths, legends, and ghostly realms. Prepare for a chilling battle of spirits, vengeance, and untold secrets. The first paranormal investigation film in Malayalam.”

Check out the post here.

Earlier, ‘Vadakkan’ had its exclusive market premiere at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival's Marché du Film in the Fantastic Pavilion. The supernatural thriller was officially selected for the Brussels International Fantastic Film Festival earlier.


'Vadakkan' is set to hit theatres in Kerala soon, and it will be released in Malayalam and dubbed in Kannada as well.

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