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Kerala Martial Arts Series ‘Chekavar’ Unveiled at Film Bazaar


'Chekavar,' a streaming series centered on Kerala's ancient martial art Kalaripayattu is being presented at India's Film Bazaar.

A new streaming series centered on Kerala’s ancient martial art Kalaripayattu is being developed by director Abhilash Vijayan (“That Elephant From the Bridge”) and producer Nithin Lukose (“Paka: River of Blood”) and is participating at India’s Film Bazaar. The project’s timing aligns with growing audience interest in Asian warrior narratives, with Vijayan citing recent series like “Shogun” and “Blue Eye Samurai.” Lukose, whose feature “Paka: River of Blood” played at Toronto after winning awards at Film Bazaar, connected with the material’s cultural roots.

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