Tovino Thomas's latest action film, ‘Ajayante Randam Moshanam’ (ARM), directed by Jithin Lal, highlights the Malayalam film industry's reputation for content-driven films made on a modest budget. In a recent interview, Tovino spoke about the close-knit relationships within the industry, emphasising the strong bonds between its makers.
He observed, "The smaller size of our industry keeps us closer, and to compete with larger films, we need to unite." He also noted that in films like ‘Virus’ and ‘Lucifer’, actors collaborate closely, illustrating the industry's spirit of teamwork.
This collaborative spirit is evident during filming, where actors often work together continuously to avoid costly breaks. Tovino emphasised that this collective effort not only streamlines the production process but also helps keep the film's budget in check.
Tovino Thomas discussed the financial constraints in the Malayalam film industry, noting that budget and time limitations have forced technicians, directors, and actors to be more resourceful. "We compensate for the lack of luxury with smarter ideas," he said. His latest film, ‘Ajayante Randam Moshanam’, has been in production for over six years and stars Tovino alongside Krithi Shetty, Aishwarya Rajesh, and Basil Joseph.
