"Kadakan" starring Hakim Shahjahan opens in theaters

Released by Wayfarer Films, a division of Dulquer Salmaan

UA | 1 March 2024

Kadakan Malayalam movie is written and directed by debutant Sajil Mampad. Features Hakkim Shah in Kadakan as the lead character with Harisree Ashokan, Ranjith Balakrishnan, Nirmal Palazhi, Bibin Perumbilli, Jaffer Idukki, Sona Olickal, Sarath Sabha, Fahiz Bin Rifai, Manikandan R Achari, Sinoj Varghese, and Geethi Sangeetha. The movie Kadakan is produced by Khaleel Hamed under the banner of Kadathanadan Cinemas, the first production from the banner. The screenplay for the film Kadakan is written by Bodhi and SK Mampad from the story of the director Sajil Mampad.

The chief associate director for the film Kadakan is Bichu. The narrative of Chaliyar is presented in the movie against the backdrop of Nilambur. It's a lighthearted family film. Actor Hakim Shahjahan is famous for his film 'Pranaya Vilasam'.

The audience witnesses the confrontation between the police and the sand mafia in 'Kadakan'. In addition to being the site of the oldest teak plantation in the world, Nilambur is a global leader in the sand and gold sectors. With the outlawing of gold panning and sandblasting, Nilambur turned into a police stronghold. The sand was used in the past to build houses and other structures, but once sandblasting was outlawed, rock dust was used instead. However, the question still stands: does rock blasting have an impact on nature if sandblasting is prohibited due to its disturbance of the natural equilibrium?

The movie 'Kadakan' will be watched by individuals who are familiar with Malabar and Chaliyar. The movie's plot is entirely unrelated. Hakeem Shahjahan, Ranjith, Nirmal Palazhi, Bibin Perumbilli, Jaffer Idukki, Sona Olickal, Sarath Sabha, Fahiz Bin Rifai, Manikandan R Achari, Sinoj Varghese, Geethi Sangeetha, and others are included in the film's distinctive visuals, killer soundtrack, and massive action sequences. Taking on roles three tracks from the movie, as well as the trailer, have been made available.

The subject of the movie is portrayed through an animated rendition of Baby Jean's composition and vocal performance of the title track, "Kurukku". The folkgrapher and his group sang the first song, Chowttum Kuthum. The folk writer penned the lyrics himself. The second song, "Ajjappamada" was performed by Salman SV, Dana Razik, Badusha BM, and Hanan Shah. It was composed by Shamsud Edarikode. Within seconds of their release, all three of these songs became extremely popular. On YouTube, the trailer is trending and has received over a million views.

Dulquer Salmaan released the trailer of Hakim Shahjahan's film 'Kadakan' on 20 February 2024. The trailer, which has been presented in a rural setting with good country beats, mass action scenes, and catchy dialogues, has been prepared in such a way as to excite the audience. The trailer hints that the film will give the audience a great theater experience with a grand soundtrack, adding ingredients to fill the theaters like Adi, Edi, Paka, and Pratikaram.

The first look poster of Kadakan was presented by Lokesh Kanagaraj and the poster was unveiled through the social media handles of Lijo Jose Pellissery on 17 September 2023. The title was revealed on 24^th October 2022 raising the heat of Diwali with the first cracker through the social media platforms of special people. The title poster of the movie has already gained attention on social media. The poster of the film has been prepared in such a way that the entire thing can be understood only by looking at it backward and forward. Initially, the movie was planned with Sreenath Bhasi and replaced with Hakkim Shah

The music for the film Kadakan is composed by Gopi Sundar with lyrics of Shamsud Edarikode, Athul Narukara, and Baby Jean. Gopi Sundar composed two of the film's songs, which have been made available. The audience was drawn in by the first song, "Chowttum Kuthum" which included lyrics by Folkgrapher and music by Gopi Sundar. Sung by Athul Narukara and his group, the song quickly gained popularity on social media. The singers of the second song, "Ajjappamada" which was made available on Lijo Jose Pellissery's official page, were Dana Razik, Salman SV, Badusha BM, and Hanan Shah. The song, which was written by Shamsud Edarikode and composed by Gopi Sundar, is currently popular on YouTube. The dance choreographers of the film are Anagha-Rishdhan (Anagha Maria Varghese and Rishdhan Abdul Rasheed).

As the release of 'Kadakan' approaches, the makers have also organized a 'Kadakan Reel Contest' for the audience to be a part of the film. Those who dance along with their friends or family to the songs of the film can win an international trip. Post the reels on social media by tagging the accounts @kadakan_movie_official @dqswayfarerfilms with the hashtag #Kadakanmoviesongreel. 6 selected people will get the chance to travel internationally led by @terratoursandtravels @smashtoursandtravels @voyagergram_.

Kadakan movie hit the theaters on March 1, 2024. Hakkim Shah's Kadakan is distributed by Dulquer Salmaan's Wayfarer Films. Initially, the movie was planned to be released on February 23, 2024, and was finally postponed to the new date. The highly anticipated film "Kadakan" has received a UA certification.

Lyric Video

Kurukku Title Song

Gopi Sundar .. Music
Baby Jean .. Lyricist, Singer

Video Jukebox

Poridan Pokkiri Kaatti

Gopi Sundar .. Music
Shamsud Edarikode .. Lyricist
Pranavam Sasi .. Singer

Neerumithen Ullalakal

Shanwar .. Music, Singer
Hazbulla Kollam .. Lyricist

Ajjappamada

Gopi Sundar .. Music
Shamsud Edarikode .. Lyricist
Hanan Shah, Badusha BM, Salman SV, Dana Razik .. Singers

Chowttum Kuthum

Gopi Sundar .. Music
Athul Narukara .. Lyricist, Singer

Synopsis

The village in Malappuram, where illicit sand mining is all but common, serves as the backdrop for the film. One of the main players in that industry is our hero, Sulfi, and he and his companions regularly get into battles with a rival gang. The movie depicts the shift in the company dynamic following the introduction of Rajeev, a new CI who used severe tactics to break up the entire nexus.