Shikkari Shambhu (2018)
A laugh-out-loud Malayalam adventure comedy about a cowardly hero, a terrified village, and one very inconvenient tiger.
Shikkari Shambhu - Movie Information
- Original Title: ശിക്കാരി ശംഭു
- Release Year: 2018
- Directed by: Sugeeth
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Adventure, Comedy
- Runtime: 2h 20m
- Original Language: Malayalam
- Spoken Languages: Malayalam
- Release Date (Theatrical): January 20, 2018 (India - U)
- Alternative Titles: Shikari Shambu (IN)
- Production Companies: Angel Maria Cinemas
- Production Countries: India
Shikkari Shambhu - Plot
When an entire village is terrorised by the news of a tiger on the loose, they turn to Peeli and his jolly gang of friends for help. but has he got it in him to stop the dreaded predator from wreaking more havoc?
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Shikkari Shambhu - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Sugeeth
Main Cast
- Kunchacko Boban
- Vishnu Unnikrishnan
- Hareesh Perumanna
- Sshivada Nair
- Alphy Panjikaran
- Aji John
- Maniyanpilla Raju
- Salim Kumar
- Johny Antony
- Sadiq
Writers
- Nishad K.Koya
- Shanavas Abbas
- Raju Chandra
Shikkari Shambhu - FAQs
What is Shikkari Shambhu about?
Shikkari Shambhu is a Malayalam comedy about a village thrown into panic when a tiger is reported on the loose. The frightened villagers place their hopes in Peeli (Kunchacko Boban) and his cheerful gang of friends, despite serious doubts about whether they are up to the challenge.
Who plays Peelipose in Shikkari Shambhu?
Kunchacko Boban plays Peelipose, the lovably inept central character of Shikkari Shambhu. The role showcases his comedic range as a bumbling would-be hero tasked with protecting a village from a tiger, despite being far from the fearless hunter everyone hopes he will be.
Who are the main actors in Shikkari Shambhu?
The main cast includes Kunchacko Boban, Vishnu Unnikrishnan, Hareesh Perumanna, Sshivada Nair, Alphy Panjikaran, Aji John, Maniyanpilla Raju, Salim Kumar, Johny Antony, and Sadiq. The ensemble brings together several popular Malayalam comedy performers.
When was Shikkari Shambhu released?
Shikkari Shambhu was released on January 20, 2018, in India with a U certificate, making it suitable for all audiences. The film arrived during the Pongal and Makar Sankranti holiday season, a traditionally competitive period for Malayalam and South Indian cinema releases.
Is Shikkari Shambhu based on a true story?
No, Shikkari Shambhu is not based on a true story. It is an original fictional comedy inspired by the popular Indian comic book character Shikari Shambu, a bumbling hunter created by Harihar and published in the Tinkle magazine series, reimagined here in a Malayalam village setting.
Is Shikkari Shambhu based on the Tinkle comic character?
Yes, Shikkari Shambhu draws inspiration from Shikari Shambu, the beloved cowardly hunter character from India's iconic Tinkle comic magazine. The film adapts the spirit of the original character — a self-proclaimed hunter who is actually terrified of animals — into a full-length Malayalam comedy adventure.
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Who directed Shikkari Shambhu?
Shikkari Shambhu was directed by Sugeeth, a Malayalam filmmaker known for his work in the comedy genre. The film was produced under Angel Maria Cinemas and features a screenplay by Nishad K. Koya, Shanavas Abbas, and Raju Chandra, with music composed by Sreejith Edavana.
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