During the Legislative Assembly's Question Hour, MLA Adv. Fathima Thahliya highlighted the film Chiram, which stars Anoop Menon and Aishwarya Mithun in lead roles. A special screening for public representatives was recently hosted at Aries Plex theatre in Thiruvananthapuram, drawing several elected officials after the Assembly session—including T.K. Govindan, T.K. Praveen, Vidya Balakrishnan, Xavier Chittilappilly, Manoj Moothedan, and N.K. Akbar.
Elected officials emphasised that special viewing opportunities should be arranged for younger audiences, noting how Chiram fosters a deeper appreciation for nature and local communities. They highlighted that the film could help students and youth discover scenic landscapes that exist across different regions. Co-director Sindhu Paradayil revealed that the narrative was inspired by the real-life experiences of a teacher serving in a tribal belt.
Adding to its appeal, the soundtrack — composed by M. Jayachandran and Girish Narayanan — has struck a chord with listeners, with a Hindi track performed by the 'Nandagovindam' ensemble receiving widespread acclaim. Shot across picturesque locations in Kolkata, Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Kerala, Chiram has captured strong viewer interest as it successfully enters its second week in theatres.
Combining romance, travel, and the rich tradition of Baul music, Chiram was filmed across Kolkata and Kerala. Starring Anoop Menon and Aiswarya Midhun Koroth in lead roles — supported by Geethi Sangeetha, Sreekanth Murali, and Shelly Kishore — the story centres on Seeta, a researcher studying Baul music who falls for a photographer named Sam. When Sam mysteriously vanishes during their journey through tribal Kerala, Seeta embarks on a years-long path of resilience and self-discovery.
