The devastating Kerala floods of 2018 left a path of devastation and loss across the state. Despite this, stories of heroism have emerged from the depths of despair. Prepare to be enthralled by the critically acclaimed Malayalam film ‘2018: Everyone is a Hero’, which will be available exclusively on Sony LIV on June 7.
The film has become a phenomenon in the world of Malayalam cinema, forging its way to success.
It broke box office records within 10 days of its release, crossing the coveted 100 crore mark.
It is also the highest-grossing Malayalam film of the year, and it is ranked among the top three highest-grossing Malayalam films of all time.
Produced by Venu Kunnappilly, C. K. Padmakumar, and Anto Joseph, ‘2018: Everyone is a Hero’ boasts stellar performances by an ensemble cast, including Tovino Thomas, Kunchako Boban, Asif Ali, Vineeth Sreenivasan, Aparna Balamurali, Kalaiyarasan, Indrans, Sudheesh, Gilu Joseph, Vinitha Koshy, Aju Varghese, Thanvi Ram, and Gauthami Nair.
Following the addition of critically acclaimed films like ‘Kadina Kadoramee Andakadaham’ to its extensive library, this is yet another feather in the platform’s cap.
The film, directed by the visionary Jude Anthany Joseph, highlights the resilience of people from all walks of life who are thrust into the eye of calamity and how unity becomes their driving force.
As the floodwaters rise, their journeys intersect, embodying a community’s unyielding spirit and transforming ordinary men into extraordinary heroes.
Commenting on the same, Jude Anthany Joseph said, “2018: Everyone is a Hero is an homage to the collective experience of the people of Kerala during the 2018 floods and to be able to bring it to the screen and see the kind of love it has been receiving has been a truly fulfilling experience. Through this film, we aimed to commemorate the heroism and courage shown by every individual during the catastrophe. With the film now set to stream on Sony LIV, more and more people get to witness our story and the extraordinary spirit of humanity that helped the state triumph.”