Monday Trivia: 'Malayalee from India' actor Deepak Jethi once locked horns with Mammootty in THIS movie!

Actor Deepak Jethi's recent performance as Sahib in the Nivin Pauly starrer 'Malayalee from India' has garnered widespread acclaim.

Known primarily for his roles in Bollywood films like 'LOC Kargil' and 'Baaghi,' as well as various TV serials, Deepak Jethi's versatility shines through in his portrayal of diverse characters.

However, what many may not know is Deepak Jethi's stint as a terrific villain in a Mammootty film. In the 2010 action flick 'Vandae Maatharam,' where Mammootty and Arjun shared the screen, Deepak Jethi delivered a stunning performance as the antagonist Malik. Despite the film's mixed reviews and lackluster box office performance, Deepak's portrayal left an impact.

Transitioning from villainy to comedy, Deepak Jethi showcased his versatility once again in the Mammootty-Dileep starrer 'Kammath & Kammath,' where he played the character Vikram Chhetri. The film, a comedy entertainer, fared well at the box office.

During the promotional event for 'Malayalee from India,' Deepak Jethi expressed admiration for Mammootty, considering him the most inspiring Malayalee figure.

Additionally, Deepak Jethi has also shared screen space with the iconic actor Mohanlal in the war drama '1971: Beyond Borders,' directed by Major Ravi.

Meanwhile, Deepak Jethi’s previous outing was with the Kamal Haasan starrer spy action drama movie ‘Vishwaroopam 2’.
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