Mohanlal recently announced the release of his directorial debut Barroz 3D – Guardian of Treasure Trailer on YouTube, which will be released in theatres worldwide on December 25. With the virtual 3D trailer, audiences get a glimpse of Barroz, a ghost who has been safeguarding Vasco da Gama’s treasure for more than four hundred years. Rooted in equal parts myth, history, and fantasy, the film is a stunning tale moving between eras of Portuguese colonialism to contemporary times.
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Barroz 3D Trailer Unveiled: Mohanlal’s Fantasy Directorial Debut Set for December 25 Release
A Mysterious Story of Riches and Rescue
Written by Jijo Punnoose, Barroz is an adaptation of his novel Barroz: Guardian of D’Gama’s Treasure. The titular character in the story is a ghostly keeper of da Gama’s buried treasure who promises to only let the fortune go to its rightful owner. Co-starring with Mohanlal are Maya, Cesar Lorente Raton, Kallirroi Tziafeta, Tuhin Menon, and Guru Somasundaram. It also hints at a sweet friendship between Barroz and Isabella, the young girl who is fishing when the story starts, shining light on the emotional line alongside this fantasy adventure.
Challenges and Innovations in Production
The path to get Barroz on the silver screen has not been a smooth one. The screenplay was developed first by Jijo for a film long ago, but it was re-imagined by Mohanlal and director T.K. The film, which combines mythology and fantasy, remained the same even though Jijo eventually walked out of the project. Principal photography commenced in March 2021 but was paused due to COVID-19 protocols before resuming in December that year. Though there were issues in terms of budget, the movie was produced by Antony Perumbavoor under Aashirvad Cinemas using high-end 3D sense technology to reach its goal.
A Visual Feast with Emotional Depth
As the trailer reveals, it was filmed 100% in glorious 3D, which should be counted as a major selling point. The trailer shows beautiful scenes from various time periods in which Barroz served as a guardian of da Gama Palace. The music by composer Lydian Nadhaswaram and the elaborate production design add to the immersive nature of it. The movie also showcases properties deserved and Mohanlal’s indirect footsteps in his efforts.
Release and Future Projects
Barroz was initially set to hit theaters in September for Onam but the film’s release was postponed following the announcement of Tovino Thomas’ Ajayante Randam Moshanam. The final release date of December 25 was announced in a special video featuring director Fazil. Apart from Barroz, Mohanlal has an exciting lineup of projects. He will reprise his role in L2: Empuraan, the sequel to Lucifer, and star alongside Mammootty in another upcoming venture. Additionally, his bilingual film Vrushabha is in the pipeline, though delayed. With its compelling narrative and groundbreaking visuals, Barroz is set to redefine the fantasy genre in Malayalam cinema. Fans eagerly await Mohanlal’s directorial vision to unfold on the big screen.
FAQs
What is Barroz about?
Barroz is a fantasy film about a ghost who guards Vasco da Gama’s treasure for over 400 years, waiting to hand it over to the rightful heir.
When is Barroz releasing?
The film is set to release in cinemas worldwide on December 25, 2024.
