Rifle Club (film) explained

Rifle Club
Director:Aashiq Abu
Music:Rex Vijayan
Cinematography:Aashiq Abu
Editing:V Saajan
Distributor:Sree Gokulam Movies (Worldwide)
Dream Big Films
Released:[1]
Runtime:115 Minutes
Country:India
Language:Malayalam

Rifle Club[2] is an upcoming Indian Malayalam-language action thriller film directed by Aashiq Abu and written by Syam Pushkaran, Dileesh Karunakaran, and Suhas.[3] The film is produced by Aashiq Abu, Vincent Vadakkan, and Vishal Vincent Tony under the banners of OPM Cinemas and TRU Stories. The film features an ensemble cast of Vijayaraghavan, Dileesh Pothan, Anurag Kashyap, Vani Viswanath, and Hanumankind in prominent roles.[4]

The project was officially announced on March 16, 2024. Principal photography began on March 20, 2024, with filming taking place in Mundakayam, the Rajahmundry forest, Thrissur, and Ernakulam. The production was completed on July 19, 2024. The film's music and background score were composed by Rex Vijayan.[5] Set against a rural backdrop, the film blends action and drama. The movie marks the acting debut of rapper Hanumankind and the Malayalam movie debut of Anurag Kashyap.[6] [7]

Premise

A historic rifle club becomes the setting for a gripping fight for survival as its members, expert hunters bound by a shared passion, must come together to confront the wrath of a vengeful arms dealer and his lethal gang. Set against the backdrop of the Western Ghats, the film follows the hunters as they use their skills and legacy to battle for their lives. According to news reports, the plot weaves a tense narrative of survival, action, and the preservation of tradition.[8]

Production

Development

The film marks the 19th directorial venture of Aashiq Abu. On March 16, 2024, he announced his collaboration with Dileesh Pothan, Anurag Kashyap, and Vijayaraghavan for the project, revealing that the script would be written by Syam Pushkaran, Dileesh Karunakaran, and Suhas. The film is produced by Aashiq Abu himself, along with Vincent Vadakkan and Vishal Vincent Tony under the banners of OPM Cinemas and TRU Stories. [9] [10]

The cinematography for Rifle Club will be handled by Aashiq Abu himself. He announced on his social media that he would take on both the direction and cinematography for the film. The film's visuals and pacing are supervised by editor V Saajan.[11]

Casting

Following the success of his previous projects, Dileesh Pothan signed on for Rifle Club with director Aashiq Abu. The team announced that Anurag Kashyap, Vijayaraghavan, Vani Viswanath, and Hanumankind will play lead roles, with Vani Viswanath taking the female lead. The film will also feature Vineeth Kumar, Suresh Krishna, Vishnu Agasthya, Darshana Rajendran, Unnimaya Prasad, and Surabhi Lakshmi in key roles. Additionally, the director has revealed that the movie will introduce few new faces to the audience.[12]

Filming

Filming began on 20 March 2024, with the primary shoot taking place in Mundakayam, Kottayam district, Kerala. Key scenes were filmed in rugged terrains, with additional shoots in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, and Thrissur, Kerala. Some portions of the film were also shot at Kochi Studio.The filming wrapped up by November 2024. Cinematography was handled by Aashiq Abu, and V Saajan was responsible for the editing. The shooting process was kept private, with only a few stills released towards the end of production..[13] [14]

Release

The film is in the middle of its promotional campaign, The crew announced that the film is scheduled to be released on December 19, 2024. [15] [16]

Notes and References

  1. News: ‘Rifle Club’ release date: Aashiq Abu’s film to hit the big screens on THIS date. 22 November 2024. Times of India. en . 22 November 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20241122022726/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/news/rifle-club-release-date-aashiq-abus-film-to-hit-the-big-screens-on-this-date/articleshow/115547054.cms. live .
  2. Web site: Aashiq Abu's Rifle Club Release Date Announced! . . Rohit Panikker . 22 November 2024 . 2 December 2024.
  3. News: Ittiyanam and family set to make Christmas explosive! Release poster for "Rifle Club" unveiled. 23 November 2024. Mathrubhumi. en . 23 November 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20241123074454/https://english.mathrubhumi.com/movies-music/news/rifle-club-aashiq-abu-christmas-release-1.10103060. live .
  4. News: ‘Gandharva Ganam’: Rex Vijayan's party track from ‘Rifle Club sets the mood. 21 November 2024. Times of India. en . 21 November 2024. https://web.archive.org/web/20241121053226/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/music/gandharva-ganam-rex-vijayans-party-track-from-rifle-club-sets-the-mood/articleshow/115514986.cms. live .
  5. Web site: Vani Viswanath is Ittiyanam in Aashiq Abu directorial 'Rifle Club' . . 7 November 2024 . 2 December 2024.
  6. Web site: First-Look Poster Of Anurag Kashyap Unveiled For 'Rifle Club' . . Shashiprasad SM . 11 September 2024 . 2 December 2024.
  7. Web site: Anurag Kashyap to make acting debut in Malayalam with Aashiq Abu's Rifle Club . . 17 March 2024 . 2 December 2024.
  8. Web site: Big Dawgs rapper Hanumankind to make acting debut with Ashiq Abu's Rifle Club? Anurag Kashyap reveals character poster . . 18 August 2024 . 2 December 2024.
  9. Web site: Aashiq Abu assembles a formidable cast and crew for Rifle Club . . 16 March 2024 . 2 December 2024.
  10. Web site: It's a wrap for Aashiq Abu's 'Rifle Club' . . 20 July 2024 . 2 December 2024.
  11. Web site: Aashiq Abu's Rifle Club to hit theatres during this festival season . . Gayathri Krishna . 20 July 2024 . 2 December 2024.
  12. Web site: Aashiq Abu's 'Rifle Club' packs up shooting . . 22 July 2024 . 2 December 2024.
  13. Web site: Aashiq Abu wraps up shoot for 'Rifle Club', starring Anurag Kashyap . . 20 July 2024 . 2 December 2024.
  14. Web site: Aashiq Abu's new film 'Rifle Club' goes on floors . . 21 March 2024 . 2 December 2024.
  15. Web site: Barroz to Rifle Club: Most-awaited Malayalam theatrical releases in December 2024 . . Divya P . 30 November 2024 . 2 December 2024.
  16. Web site: Ashiq Abu's 'Rifle Club' to release on 19 December . The South First . 22 November 2024 . 2 December 2024.