The majority of recent good films' cast lists all have one thing in common: The name of Lukman Avaran. Whether Operation Java (Dir. 2021) Virus, directed by Tharun Moorthy in 2019, Thallumaala (2022, Dir. Aashiq Abu), Khalid Rahman), or Saudi Vellakka (2022, Dir. Tharun Moorthy), Lukman consistently ranks among the ensemble's skilled members.
Lukman has established himself as a name synonymous with delivering outstanding performances thanks to his unwavering dedication to the roles he plays and his remarkable capacity to seamlessly immerse himself in the characters he plays without emulating his own essence. His presence ensures a solid and compelling portrayal, even in films that may not live up to expectations.
The 32-year-old Malayalam entertainer is currently preparing for his third delivery this year, Jackson Bazar Youth, which will hit performance centers on May 19. The movie's May 5 trailer shows a happy adventure with a spirited brass band. In an elite meeting with indianexpress.com, Lukman Avaran dives into his assumptions for the film, his careful task choice cycle, the significant effect of his fellowships on his own and creative turn of events, and that's just the beginning.
"All of the captivating aspects that are shown off in the movie's trailer are present in Jackson Bazar Youth. “It intertwines thrilling moments, elements of revenge, survival challenges, and impactful mass sequences, all while placing a great emphasis on music,” Lukman says. "It defies categorization within a single genre."
As previously stated, the name Lukman Avaran consistently shines brightly on the cast lists of recent commendable films, forming a harmonious pattern. Even though not all of these movies were big hits at the box office, some of them, like Saudi Vellaka and Naradan, set the stage for important debates and new ways of looking at things. When inquired as to whether it was a cognizant choice to be essential for just such movies that have areas of strength for a, Lukman says, "I can't guarantee that it is exclusively my choice or legitimacy. The directors of these films deserve credit for coming up with such fantastic ideas. I am extremely appreciative of these filmmakers' consideration of me and decision to include me in their respective works. I feel privileged to be a part of their creations and think it was a lucky break.
Additionally, Lukman's output stands out from that of his contemporaries due to its unparalleled diversity. The actor, who made his acting debut in Harshad PK's Dayom Panthrandum in 2013, has appeared in a number of groundbreaking films, including KL 10 Patthu (2015, directed by Muhsin Parari, a Nigerian Sudanese (2018, Dir. Mohammed Zakariya), Unda (2019, Dir. Thallumaala, Virus, and Khalid Rahman). In the beyond two years, Lukman has acted in a rom-com dream (Anugraheethan Antony), wrongdoing thrill ride (Activity Java), sci-fi loathsomeness (Churuli), activity spine chiller (Ajagajantharam), satire show (Archana 31 Not Out), neo-noir spine chiller film (Naradan), show film (Saudi Vellakka), tension thrill ride (Aalankam), sports show (Aanaparambile World Cup), and the rom-com film (Sulaikha Manzil).
“When I choose a new film, I try to make sure that it has something that sets it apart from my previous efforts. I'm not alluding to simple actual peculiarity among characters, yet rather a significant uniqueness in their point of view and mentality. Each individual answers feelings in their own eccentric way, in any event, when gone up against with comparative circumstances or sadness. As a result, he continues, "I try to explore new territories in each film, trying to depict a fresh and distinct portrayal of every character."
One element that is by all accounts gradually vanishing from Malayalam is dance tunes. Despite the fact that most recent Malayalam films do not feature songs similar to this, two films that piqued audiences' interest—Thallumaala and Sulaikha Manzil—were praised extensively for their dance numbers. The characters played by Lukman gracefully dance to such songs in both films. At the point when examined concerning his own pleasure in on-screen moving or whether he performs exclusively because of the requests of the film, Lukman declares, "I'm ready to embrace any errand that is expected by the content. I finally entered the world of film after many dreams about it. Therefore, if the film requires it, I am fine with such dance sequences."
One of Lukman Avaran's greatest strengths is the group of friends with whom he frequently works, especially with filmmakers Khalid Rahman, Muhsin Parari, and Zakariya Mohammed. I hold the belief that the people around them, particularly their friends, shape every person in this world. We frequently spend a significant amount of time with friends, despite the fact that members of our family also have an impact. As a result, they have a significant impact on our identities. Our professional paths are also influenced and take shape if these friends are also our colleagues with whom we work. My life would have taken an alternate direction in the event that I had been essential for an alternate gathering of people. I'm at present satisfied and quiet with the spot I have shown up at."
Movie producer Aashiq Abu, with whom Lukman worked in films like Infection and Halal Romantic tale, as of late said something that he had conflicts with the movies, made by a gathering of youths hailing from the Malabar locale, that emphasis on character governmental issues. Aashiq was asked about his thoughts on Malabar-based films that discuss identity politics by filmmakers like Muhsin Parari and Zakariya Mohammed by the anchor of Malayalam news channel Media One, who was the one who funded the comedy-drama Halal Love Story. Aashiq responded by saying, The identity politics being discussed in the films helmed by the mentioned newcomers from the Malabar region do not meet my standards. I, nonetheless, would help out them while enlisting my conflicts."
“To make good films, a few people from the Malappuram-Malabar region, who were generally thought to be poor, came. They are all legitimately politically aware individuals. It tends to be found in the motion pictures they did in the good 'ol days. Numerous films I disagreed with have had associations with me. It's about their politics and their films. While those disagreements are communicated, this friendship exists. They additionally realize that I have my own perspective," he added.
In an interview with indianexpress.com, Lukman was asked what he thought of Aashiq's statements because he has appeared in nearly every film directed by the aforementioned filmmakers. Aashiq Abu has made his position very understood, and there is no need for additional assessment. Everyone has the right to choose who they want to work with and who they don't. Movies don't just happen because of one thing, right? They include a huge number of components. They are free to choose which projects they take on as a director or producer. In any case, Aashiq communicated his readiness to coordinate on such activities while voicing his conflicts. I am not arguing that his position is correct or incorrect. I'm stressing that I regard his viewpoint and his entitlement to communicate his perspectives."
The Film Exhibitors United Organization of Kerala (FEUOK) announced that it would not be screening films of subpar quality in an effort to save Malayalam cinema and theaters in Kerala from the dire situation they were in as a result of consecutive failures. According to FEUOK's announcement, if a film producer wants to show a film that has been rejected by theaters but still wants to show it in a cinema, they will have to pay screening fees to the theater owners. The organization's president, K Vijayakumar, explained to indianexpress.com that theater owners will decide the quality of movies.
Since Lukman keeps on showing up in such little movies decisively, indianexpress.com inquired as to whether he figures this move would influence little activities that show up without the sponsorship of any stars or famous people. " Throughout its history, the film industry has always faced a variety of obstacles. It has always been plagued by financial constraints and other issues, even decades ago. As of late, I had the chance to watch a couple of meetings highlighting famous film figures from an earlier time, strikingly the late entertainer KP Ummer, which were initially communicated a long while back. They also talked about the same problems that the industry was having at the time in these interviews. The alarming state of Malayalam cinema, particularly in light of the rise of television, was one particular topic of discussion. Television was the primary cause of concern at the time. However, the film industry has always been able to move forward and overcome these challenges. In contrast with those prior times, the systems engaged with entering the business and delivering a film have become somewhat less difficult these days. In any case, in this changed scene, the accentuation on quality becomes critical. Personally, I am of the opinion that audiences are already making well-informed choices by choosing movies that they think are worth their time and passing on those that they don't. Our own encounters act as a demonstration of this reality, as we were very satisfied with the monetary results of our movies like Sulaikha Manzil, Saudi Vellaka, Thallumaala, Activity Java, and Unda. There is no doubt that this trend is influenced by a variety of factors. For instance, films like Romancham and 2018: Everyone Is a Hero... benefited greatly from the support of the audience. In this way, I accept that onlookers are now showing knowing decisions in their film inclinations."
“I wouldn't go so far as to say that theatre owners should have completely ignored such a decision, considering the costs, such as rent and electricity, they must cover for each film screening. However, this does not mean that they should solely consider the film's quality when making decisions. I think this should be the subject of more in-depth discussions. In addition, it would be foolish to implement such decisions without giving them careful consideration. The number of people entering the film industry solely to produce mediocre projects will decrease as people already filter their movie preferences. They will realize that the business world is no longer a place where genuine effort is required to succeed. While anyone can make a movie, establishing a long-term presence in the industry necessitates significant dedication and effort,” he suggests.
Lukman revealed that his next movie, Corona Javan, will be released in theaters in June, following the release of Jackson Bazar Youth this month. In addition, the actor is working on upcoming projects like Rohit VS. Tiki Taka and a film directed by Ullas Chemban, brother of Chemban Vinod Jose, and sponsored by Chembosky Motion Pictures.