‘Detective Ujjwalan’ release pushed to THIS date: “Case has taken an unexpected detour”

The release of ‘Detective Ujjwalan’, starring Dhyan Sreenivasan in the lead, has been officially rescheduled.New release date out!Initially slated to hit theatres on May 16, the film will now premiere on May 23. The announcement was made through the film’s official social media channels, along with a brand-new poster of Dhyan in full detective mode.“Ujjwalan’s case has taken an unexpected detour!”In a playful caption accompanying the update, the makers wrote, “Ujjwalan’s case has taken an unexpected detour! Our detective and his motley crew need just a little more time. Case opens on May 23—trust us, it’ll be worth it!”Second installment on WCUDetective Ujjwalan is the second installment in the Weekend Cinematic Universe, following the much-loved superhero film ‘Minnal Murali’. The film is helmed by debutant directors Rahul G and Indraneel Gopeekrishnan. It blends mystery and humour against the vibrant backdrop of a rural village where strange crimes unravel.Dhyan Sreenivasan as Detective UjjwalanDhyan Sreenivasan leads a strong ensemble cast that includes Siju Wilson, Rony David Raj, Kottayam Nazeer, Seema G Nair, Kalabhavan Navas, and Nirmal Palazhi. Newcomers like Ameen Nihal, Nibras, and Shahabas also join the quirky lineup.The cinematography is by husband-wife duo Prem Akkudi and Srayanti—making their Malayalam debut after their work in the Tamil film ‘Gargi’. Other key crew members include art director Koya, makeup artist Shaji Pullappally, costume designer Nissar Rahmath, and chief associate director Ratheesh M Michael. ‘Detective Ujjwalan’ is expected to be marking another hit for Dhyan Sreenivasan after Vineeth Sreenivasan’s directorial ‘Varshangalkku Shesham’, which was a multi-starrer movie. The teaser and promo materials for ‘Detective Ujjwalan’ looked impressive, and the expectations are sky high. Dhyan Sreenivasan will be next seen in the Dileep starrer feel good drama movie ‘Prince and the Family’.