Thrissur - in Popular Culture

In Popular Culture

  • Malayalam writer Sarah Joseph's works are generally set in the background of City of Thrissur and nearby areas.
  • Malayalam director Padmarajan's film Thoovanathumbikal was shot in City of Thrissur. Almost all the main characters speak with a Thrissur accent for Malayalam. The character played by the lead actor Mohanlal was based on a citizen of Thrissur, Karakkath Unni Menon, and his friends like Vijayan Karot.
  • Malayalam director Ranjith's film Pranchiyettan and The Saint is based on Thrissur's Rice Bazaar. Malayalam actor Mammootty plays the lead role of a Thrissur-based rice vendor merchant, Francis aka Ari Pranchi.

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