Abrid Shine

Malayalam romantic comedy-drama 'Spa,' directed by Abrid Shine, is set for its OTT debut on ManoramaMAX starting May 28, 2026. The film, which premiered in theaters on February 13, centers on Mathan's quest to distinguish real love from his idealized notions. Actress Shruthy Menon shared insights into her character portrayal and the film's supportive set environment.

‘Poomaram’ director Abrid Shine is all praise for director Ajai Vasudev and his film ‘Shylock’

Interestingly, Abrid himself was a photographer, for a magazine, before he turned filmmaker.

The film's crew has come come up with a mobile app

Suresh Gopi and Abrid Shine are set to collaborate on their next project titled 'Idikkalam,' a revenge-fueled action thriller. This highly anticipated union has sparked excitement among fans of the megastar. Abrid Shine, known for his commendable repertoire with movies like '1983' and 'Mahaveeryar,' is recognized for his unique storytelling. Suresh Gopi's choice of diverse and compelling roles continues to enthrall audiences, following the success of his previous film 'Garudan.' Directed by debutant Arun Varma, 'Garudan' showcased stellar performances from Biju Menon, Malavika, Divya Pillai, and more.

After a long gap, the Mollywood young superstar Nivin Pauly is back in the game with Abrid Shine’s time travel fantasy flick ‘Mahaveeryar’. As the film is all set to release on the next day (July 20) early reactions are all in for Nivin Pauly’s time travel movie. A popular entertainment industry tracker, columnist, and writer Sreedhar Pillai attended the first screening of Abrid Shine’s directorial film.

Malayalam film 'Spa', directed by Abrid Shine, has been rescheduled from February 12 to February 13 due to a nationwide strike. This shift now pits the movie against three other releases, including Rajesh Madhavan's directorial debut. The film delves into the questionable activities within a spa setting.

It is an action film which will be released in January 2020

Director Abrid Shine's 'Spa' has received an 'A' certificate and is set for a February 12 release. Shine describes the film as a fun, adult-oriented entertainer set within a spa, promising a soft, humorous tone. The movie features a strong ensemble cast and a dedicated technical crew, with its first song marking singer Minmini's comeback.

Abrid Shine's 'Spa' opened to a modest Rs 4 lakhs worldwide, with India net at Rs 3 lakhs. The film, set in a city spa, explores clients' varied desires and therapists' challenges. Despite a bold premise sparking online talk, early mixed reviews suggest its box office fate hinges on strong city audience reception and weekend collections.

'Poomaram' director Abrid Shine is working hard on his next titled 'The Kung Fu Master'. Touted to be an all-out action film, the narrative is rooted in martial arts.

Abrid Shine's 'Spa' has garnered attention for its unconventional and grounded storytelling, exploring themes of male desire and societal taboos with humor. Despite a modest box office collection of Rs 23 lakhs worldwide in its first four days, the film is receiving positive social media feedback for its bold subject matter and realistic approach, potentially inspiring future filmmakers.

Malayalam filmmakers Abrid Shine and Jibu Jacob have collaborated for a new film titled ‘Bheekaran’. Shine is scripting the film, while Jacob takes on the role of director. Joemon Jyothir will play the lead role. Details about the rest of the cast remain undisclosed, and the film will commence production soon. The title poster was launched on social media.

Mahaveeryar

Actress Honey Rose is set to star in the upcoming film 'Rachel', directed by Anandini Bala and co-written by Rahul Manappatt and Abrid Shine. The first look poster features the actress holding a blood-stained butcher's knife against an intense backdrop.

Abrid Shine's latest, 'Spa,' a niche adult comedy, is holding steady at the box office, collecting Rs 38 lakhs worldwide in eight days. The film, praised for its humorous and realistic portrayal of male desires within a spa setting, features Vineeth Thattil and Siddharth Bharathan. Audiences are responding positively to its unique conversations and situational humor.

Regarding the star cast of the film, the source says that the film will have newcomers

The Kerala High Court has temporarily halted fraud proceedings against actor Nivin Pauly and director Abrid Shine related to 'Action Hero Biju 2', offering Pauly a respite. Co-producer P.S. Shamnas alleged financial fraud, claiming he was cheated out of Rs 1.90 crore after being promised a partnership. Nivin, however, asserts his company owns the rights, accusing Shamnas of forgery.

Abrid Shine's adult comedy 'Spa' showed a slight uptick in box office collections on its second day, earning Rs 9 lakhs worldwide and Rs 5 lakhs net in India. While not a massive commercial success yet, the film's improved performance and mixed-to-decent social media reception are providing some encouragement for its theatrical run.

The second installment of 'Action Hero Biju' is confirmed, with Nivin Pauly returning as SI Biju Paulose. The film, directed by Abrid Shine, will soon begin production. The 2016 release gained appreciation for its realistic portrayal of police officers' lives. The cast and crew for the sequel are yet to be announced.

Poomaram is poetic yet so realistic, he wrote

The sequel 'Action Hero Biju 2' is facing legal trouble as Nivin Pauly and producer P.S. Shamnaz accuse each other of wrongdoing. Nivin claims forgery in the film's rights, alleging Shamnaz submitted a fake contract, while Shamnaz denies this, stating Nivin's complaint is retaliation for a cheating case he filed against the actor and director Abrid Shine. Both parties have filed police complaints, leading to summons being issued.

Early reactions to ‘Mahaveeryar’ says that the film has a very decent first half with most of the comedies that make you laugh out loud. Top-notch making of the film is also said to be the highlight of Abrid Shine’s directorial film. Much adulation is given to the actor Nivin Pauly who is playing a saint character named Apoornandhan Swamy. Netizens say that Nivin Pauly’s performance is truly terrific in the movie.