Geetu Mohandas is a celebrated filmmaker and former actor whose creative journey has spanned decades. From her early days as a child artist to becoming an internationally acclaimed director, Geetu’s career has been nothing short of extraordinary.
On the occasion of Kannada superstar Yash’s birthday, the teaser for Toxic, Geetu’s upcoming action-thriller, was unveiled, generating immense buzz. With Yash in a suave avatar, the teaser also turned the spotlight on its talented director.
Early Life and Acting Career
Born Gayathri Mohandas on February 14, 1981, in Kannur, Kerala, Geetu began her acting career at the age of five with the Malayalam film Onnu Muthal Poojyam Vare (1986), sharing the screen with Mohanlal. Her performance earned her the Kerala State Film Award for Best Child Artist.
Geetu transitioned into adult roles with Life is Beautiful and later appeared in notable Malayalam hits such as Thenkasi Pattanam, Valkannadi, and Akale. Her performance in Akale earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Malayalam. Her acting career concluded with Nammal Thammil (2009), paving the way for her transition to filmmaking.
Directorial Journey
Geetu’s directorial debut was the short fiction film Kelkkunnundo (Are You Listening?) in 2009, which premiered at the International Film Festival Rotterdam. The film won three international awards and the National Film Award, and it was later included in Kerala’s 12th-grade curriculum.
In 2013, Geetu directed her first feature film, Liar’s Dice, starring Geetanjali Thapa and Nawazuddin Siddiqui. The critically acclaimed film won two National Film Awards and was India’s official entry to the 87th Academy Awards for Best Foreign Language Film.
Her second feature, Moothon (The Elder One), premiered at international festivals and won her the Global Filmmaker Award at the Sundance Film Festival. Known for tackling complex themes like identity and love, Moothon solidified her status as a visionary director.
Toxic: Geetu’s Latest Venture
Geetu Mohandas now gears up for her next directorial, Toxic, marking Yash’s return to the big screen after the massive success of KGF: Chapter 2. The teaser promises a stylish and gripping cinematic experience, with Yash in a striking avatar. Toxic is set to release later this year, and fans are eagerly anticipating how Geetu’s signature storytelling will unfold in this action-packed thriller.
This news report is curated with insights from multiple reliable news sources.