- By Swati Singh
- Tue, 23 May 2023 07:11 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
2018 To Have A Pan-India Release: Filmmaker Jude Anthany Joseph’s critically and commercially acclaimed Malayalam film 2018, which had its theatrical release on May 5, continues its successful run at the Box Office. In a surprising turn of events, the makers of the movie announced on Tuesday that they are gearing up to release the movie nationwide.
Confirming the film’s Pan-India release, director Jude Anthany Joseph said in an official statement , "We are extremely proud of the film we have made and ecstatic with the response our film received until now from the critics and the audiences. Taking a note of the warmth and love that’s been showered on the film, we have now decided to release “2018” for our audiences nationwide. We are excited and hopeful that the film will continue to make a mark in all states."
Film’s lead actor Tovino Thomas also shared his gratitude towards the audiences and said, "As a team, we are overjoyed with the love and positive response 2018 has been receiving until now, which is why we are more excited to bring the film for Pan-India audiences. More than box-office numbers, it’s the word of appreciation which me and the entire team are getting showered with, that has been very satisfying."
2018 Co-producer Mr. Venu Kunnappilly stated the movie a 'special journey,' adding, "Bringing to the big screen the tragic Kerala floods was an emotional ride and we are glad that our efforts paid off. Critics and audiences have bestowed so much love and appreciation on our film and that’s the biggest reward for us. Taking the same into consideration, as makers we have now decided to present 2018 to the entire nation. We are looking forward to the response we get from audiences pan-India."
2018: Pan India Release
2018 stars Minnal Murali fame actor Tovino Thomas, Indrans, Kunchacko Boban, Aparna Balamurali, Vineeth Sreenivasan, Asif Ali, Lal, Narain, Tanvi Ram, Sshivada, Kalaiyarasan, Aju Varghese, Siddique, Joy Mathew, and Sudheesh. The movie will have a massive pan-India release on Friday, May 26th this week in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu languages, further taking the box-office by storm. As per insiders, the Hindi version of the thriller will be released through E4 Entertainment.
2018 narrates the story of the devastating Kerala floods that occurred in 2018 when people from all walks of life came together to survive the calamity. The film effectively takes forward the message that Humanity can win over adversity.