Malayalam Wrap up: Mohanlal's 'Peruchazhi' to Release in 500 Screens; Prithviraj Inaugurates Asif Ali's New Cafe and More [PHOTOS+VIDEO]

Mohanlal's "Peruchazhi" to Release in 500 Screens

The upcoming Malayalam film "Peruchazhi" starring Mohanlal is reportedly set for a massive release. The reports are that the film will be released in 500 screens worldwide, which is the highest release ever by a Malayalam cinema.

The Arun Vaidhyanathan directorial, which will be released on 29 August is distributed by Friday Tickets in Kerala and Fox Star Studios will be distributing it outside Kerala.

Meanwhile, its US distribution will be done by Friday Tickets and will be screened with English subtitles outside Kerala. The film's Middle East release is confirmed to be on 4 September.

The film, produced by Sandra Thomas and Vijay Babu under the banner of Friday Film House, is also certified "U" by the Central Board of Film Certification.

Prithviraj Inaugurates Asif Ali's New Cafe

After actor Dileep, the new generation actor Asif Ali has also entered into the gastronomy business.

Asif's new Belgian cafe named Waffle Street was inaugurated by actor Prithviraj and Hibi Eden MLA on Tuesday.

The inaugural function was also a small star studded function. Many celebrities, including Prathap Pothan, P. Sukumar, Madhu Warrier, Poornima Indrajith, Apoorva Bose and Aparna Nair made their presence felt.

Waffle Street specializes in Belgian waffles, crepes and donuts. The cafe is located in Panampally Nagar, Kochi.

"Om Shanthi Osana" Director to Make His Acting Debut in "Premam"

The upcoming film "Premam" has created a lot of buzz since its announcement.

The latest news is that the Nivin Pauly starrer will also see "Om Shanthi Osana" director Jude Antony Joseph making his debut as an actor.

"Premam" is directed by Alphonse Putharen who had directed Nivin in the super hit film "Neram" and music album "Yuvvh".

"Premam" is produced by Anwar Rasheed Entertainment, while the cinematography is handled by Anend. C. Chandran.

Rajesh Murugeshan of "Pistha" song fame from "Neram" will do the music for this Nivin starrer as well.