Mammootty has not only ruled Malayalam cinema, alongside his contemporary Mohanlal, as an indomitable superstar for the past four decades but has also captivated audiences with numerous spectacular performances, cementing his status as one of the finest actors in the country. With an extensive repertoire filled with brilliant movies and remarkable performances, he has also inspired countless young talents over the years, many of whom eventually found their way into the world of cinema. Recently, actor Anumol shared her experience working with Mammootty, whom she has always admired and cherished, in the segment Kadugannawa: Oru Yathra Kurippu from the anthology streaming series Manorathangal (2024). "Before that, I had only seen Mammookka (Mammootty) on screen. Since the film used sync sound, whenever the shoot started, everyone not involved in the scene would be asked to leave. But I remained glued to the monitor so that I could watch him perform. I wanted to understand how he used his body for the character," she shared during a chat with Can Channel Media. Cinema Anatomy | Sreenivasan: The star Malayalam actor-screenwriter whose movies propelled legends like Mohanlal and Priyadarshan to greater heights She also praised the megastar’s work ethic, noting that despite his immense experience and seniority, he approaches every shoot with enthusiasm and energy — unlike many younger actors, including herself, who, she admitted, might occasionally feel lazy. "These qualities have all contributed to his superstardom and enduring legacy," she added. Anumol further revealed that she even took a photograph of Mammootty’s feet while working with him. "I wanted to study everything — his acting, his dressing and even the way he moves his hands and feet while performing. No one will believe this, but I once took a photo of his feet. I was constantly observing him from head to toe," she said. ICYMI | When Srividya opened up about her romantic relationship with Kamal Haasan, revealed the reason behind their breakup: ‘I felt that my life was over’ Manorathangal consists of nine segments, each based on short stories by veteran writer-filmmaker MT Vasudevan Nair, serving as a tribute to the Jnanpith awardee. Helmed by Ranjith, Kadugannawa also features Vineeth in a key role. Presented by Kamal Haasan, the anthology’s ensemble cast includes Mohanlal, Fahadh Faasil, Asif Ali, Parvathy Thiruvothu, Indrajith Sukumaran, Aparna Balamurali, Biju Menon, Nedumudi Venu, Siddique, Mamukkoya, Vineeth and Indrans, among others.
