Actor Suriya has publicly expressed his gratitude to Malayalam star Tovino Thomas for his special cameo appearance in the film Scene. Directed by Jithu Madhavan, the movie features Suriya as DSP Inbaraj, a police officer noted for his cheerful demeanor and unconventional investigation methods.
The makers of the film recently released a promotional clip on their official Instagram handle showcasing Tovino Thomas’s character, Victor, in a tense confrontation with Suriya’s DSP Inbaraj inside a jail. Reposting the clip, Suriya acknowledged the actor’s contribution, writing on social media, “Dear Tovino Thomas, I can’t thank you enough for being our Victor. The love and generosity with which you came on board means more to me than words can express.” Suriya further described the project as a “love letter to Malayalam cinema,” thanking the various technicians and co-actors from the industry who participated in the production.
In Scene, Tovino Thomas portrays a character described as a “quirky and menacing perfume serial killer.” The film, which marks Suriya’s third release this year, blends elements of a crime-thriller with the comedic style associated with director Jithu Madhavan. Alongside the two leads, the cast includes Nazriya Nazim, Naslen—who is making his Tamil film debut—as well as actors John Vijay and Anandaraj.
Key facts
- The film Scene has reached a worldwide box office collection of over Rs 211.20 crore.
- As of the second Friday, the film’s total India net collection reached Rs 117.70 crore, with an India gross of Rs 136.70 crore.
- On that same Friday, the film recorded 4,049 shows across India, with the Tamil version contributing Rs 4.40 crore and the Telugu version Rs 1.60 crore.
- Tovino Thomas’s role as Victor was kept under wraps and not revealed until the film’s theatrical release.
Why it matters
The film is currently in its second week in theatres. Its commercial success, particularly the robust domestic collection of over Rs 136 crore, highlights the audience reception to the collaboration between prominent stars from the Tamil and Malayalam film industries.
Source: Times of India, Hindustan Times
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