Malayalam star Unni Mukundan, riding high on the success of his recent films Marco and Garudan, is all set to take a bold new leap in his career – this time as a director.
On Monday, the actor announced via an emotional Instagram post that he will helm his first feature film, a multilingual superhero drama, marking his directorial debut.
Produced by Gokulam Gopalan under the banner of Sree Gokulam Movies, the yet-untitled film will be co-produced by V.C. Praveen and Baiju Gopalan.
The script is being penned by popular filmmaker Midhun Manuel Thomas, while Krishnettan will serve as the executive producer.
The pre-production work is currently underway, and shooting for the film is scheduled for next year after Unni wraps up his ongoing Telugu commitments.
Sharing a picture of himself standing amidst a collection of superhero figurines, Unni offered a nostalgic peek into his childhood.
“The kid in me grew up believing in legends,” he wrote, recalling how stories of courage and mythical heroes inspired his imagination. “For me these Super Heroes were hope in motion… That kid never really grew up. And more importantly, he never gave up dreaming.”
In his heartfelt message, the actor-turned-director revealed that this superhero film has been a long-cherished dream, one that he has nurtured for years. “Today, he takes a quiet, proud step forward, to tell a story he’s carried in his heart for years. Yep, I’m directing my first feature film. A superhero story. One that’s my own,” Unni said.
The actor also hinted that the film, while rooted in Malayalam cinema, will be released in multiple major Indian languages, signalling his ambition to reach a pan-India audience.
While further details about the film, including its cast and title remain under wraps, fans and industry peers have already begun expressing excitement and support for Unni’s bold new venture.
“Keep me in your prayers. Dream On,” he signed off, staying true to the childlike wonder and big-screen dreams that continue to shape his journey.
With this move, Unni joins a growing list of Indian actors stepping behind the camera, and if his passion is any indication, his directorial debut could be a superhero saga worth the wait.
