Mollywood actor tovino thomas has embarked on his next cinematic venture, Identity, with the commencement of shooting on december 9, 2023. Paired with Munnal Murali, the film marks a reunion for Tovino with directors Anas Khan and akhil Paul, known for their collaboration on the 2020 thriller Forensic. Adding to the film’s allure, trisha krishnan, making her return to malayalam cinema since her debut in 2018 release, Hey Jude alongside Nivin Pauly, will play a pivotal role.
A sneak peek into the film’s production was shared by co-director akhil Paul on Instagram. The posted photo from the sets was accompanied by a caption that teased, “The Game begins,” and a tag for Tovino Thomas. The director expressed the excitement for the project with the hashtag “rolling now.”
The post garnered an enthusiastic response from fans, with comments like “Waiting,” “Wishing you the best, Tovi,” and predictions of success for Identity. The anticipation for the film has skyrocketed, fueled by the success of the directorial duo’s previous collaboration, Forensic, a psychological thriller that captivated audiences in 2020.
Forensic showcased tovino thomas as Dr. Samuel john Kaatookaran, entangled in a complex investigation of murders and abductions. The film earned acclaim and became the highest-rated malayalam movie on television. Its success led to a hindi remake with the same title, starring vikrant massey and radhika Apte.