Mammootty starrer magnum opus '
Mamangam
' has finally hit the screens today, releasing in over 2000 screens across the world. Mammootty fans have turned 'Mamangam' into a festival of sorts as tickets are selling like hot cakes. Those fans who couldn’t watch the film first day first show are disappointed.
In
Kerala, the first show started at 10 am and most theatres are hosting a minimum of four shows a day. In a Kochi theatre, 'Mamangam' has as many as 16 shows on the first day.
Based on the
Mamankam festival
held back in 17th century, 'Mamangam' will see Mammootty essaying the bravest warrior. Directed by M Padmakumar, the film boasts of a stellar cast featuring Unni Mukundan,
Prachi Tehlan, Achuthan, Kaniha, Anusithara, Siddique.
Fans have transformed the release into a celebration, welcoming the movie with Kalaripayattu moves and traditional ritual 'Kettukazhcha' (procession). Even the M-town celebs are excited for ‘Mamangam’.