Mammootty remains a legendary figure in the Malayalam film industry captivating millions with his exceptional performances and charming personality. While his professional achievements are widely celebrated his humility and charisma also contribute to his immense popularity.
In an interesting incident from 2019, Mammootty turned down a role in a film starring Pawan Kalyan. During the trailer launch event for the film “Mamangam,” producer Allu Aravind shared this anecdote, which intrigued many fans and industry insiders.
Allu Aravind revealed that he once approached Mammootty to play a villain opposite Pawan Kalyan. Although Allu did not specify the film, speculation arose that it might have been the 2008 project “Jalsa.” According to Allu, he explained the significance of the role to Mammootty, emphasizing its strength and importance within the film.
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Mammootty, however, declined the offer with a surprising and insightful response. He asked Allu if it would be appropriate to offer such a role to Chiranjeevi, a leading figure in Telugu cinema. This comparison highlighted Mammootty’s perspective on the types of roles suitable for actors of his and Chiranjeevi’s stature.
Allu Aravind admitted that Mammootty’s response made him realize the mistake he had made in offering the role. The producer respected Mammootty’s decision and understood the reasoning behind it.
Mammootty’s career spans multiple regional film industries, including Malayalam, Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi. His last appearance was in the Malayalam film “Turbo,” released in May 2024. He is set to star in another Malayalam film, “Bazuka” expected to release next year.
