Dileep recently played the lead role in Bha Bha Ba. The actor has now announced his next project, Neekkam, which is his 152nd film. The upcoming film will be directed by debutant Jagan Shaji Kailash, son of veteran director Shaji Kailash.
The official name of Dileep’s D152 is Nikkam.
The makers of Neekkam described the film as an “inevitable step” on social media. Presents the first-look poster Dilip In a pensive avatar, with a heavy beard and stern expression.
The character is seen walking through the crowd and seriously landing in the rain while holding an umbrella.
As the film is directed by Jagan Shaji Kailas, it marks his debut as a director after working as an assistant director to his father in the Prithviraj Sukumaran starrer Kaduva. He also worked on Kaval starring Suresh Gopi.
Neekkam will be bankrolled by Sandeep Sanon and Alex E Kurian under the banner of Urvasi Theaters and Kaka Stories Productions. The screenplay is written by Vibin Balachandran, music by Deepak Dev and background score by Mujeeb Majeed.
Cinematography is handled by Ajay David Kachapilly, while Suraj ES serves as editor.
Dilip’s work front
Dilip was last seen headlining bha bha ba. The film is based on a quirky con man named Radar, who kidnaps Kerala Chief Minister CK Joseph by giving him a drink laced with laxatives.
The Chief Minister’s son, an NEA officer named Noble, takes charge of the investigation, supported by a small team working as double agents. As the story unfolds, the Chief Minister’s old relationship with a thug is revealed, leading to a series of chaotic, ridiculous and illogical situations.
Apart from the CID Moses actor, the film also stars Vineeth Sreenivasan, Baiju Santhosh, Dhyan Sreenivasan and Sandy Master in lead roles. moreover, MohanlalSJ Suryah, Salim Kumar and Riyaz Khan make cameo appearances. Directed by debutant Dhananjay Shankar, the film is available for streaming on ZEE5.
Although it is not confirmed, Dileep is expected to work with the filmmaker once again.
