Mammootty’s Team Dismisses Cancer Rumors, Confirms Actor Is on Vacation and Fasting for Ramzan

Recent rumors about Malayalam superstar Mammootty’s health have been officially dismissed by his team. Speculation had been circulating that the 73-year-old actor was diagnosed with cancer and was stepping away from acting.

However, his team has clarified that the news is false, confirming that Mammootty is in good health and is currently on vacation for Ramzan fasting.

A statement from his team read, “It is fake news. He is on vacation because he is fasting for Ramzan. He is on a break from his shoot schedule as well because of that. In fact, after the break, he will go back to shooting for Mahesh Narayanan’s film with Mohanlal.”

Mammootty to Resume Shooting After Ramzan

Mammootty’s team reassured fans that the actor will soon return to work after his Ramzan break. He is set to resume filming Mahesh Narayanan’s new project alongside Mohanlal.

This film marks the first collaboration between Mammootty and Mohanlal in over a decade, raising anticipation among fans.

The movie, tentatively titled MMMN (Mammootty, Mohanlal, Mahesh Narayanan), began filming in Sri Lanka and features a star-studded cast, including Fahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban, Nayanthara, and Darshana Rajendran.

The film is expected to be one of the biggest releases in the Malayalam film industry.

Mammootty’s Upcoming Projects

Mammootty recently shared a new poster for his upcoming film, Bazooka, an action thriller directed by Deeno Dennis.

Initially announced in 2023, the film faced delays due to production issues but is now set for release on April 10, 2025. Alongside Mammootty, Bazooka stars Gautham Vasudev Menon, Babu Antony, Iswarya Menon, Neeta Pillai, and Gayathri Iyer.

Mammootty was last seen in Dominic and the Ladies’ Purse, an investigative comedy directed by Gautham Menon.

Released on January 23, the film received mixed reviews, but Mammootty’s performance was widely appreciated. He played Dominic, a former police officer turned detective, who gets drawn into a conspiracy after attempting to find the owner of a lost purse.

The movie also starred Gokul Suresh, Lena, Siddique, Vijay Babu, and Viji Venkatesh.

Recognition and Awards

Mammootty remains one of the most celebrated actors in Indian cinema. He recently won his 15th Filmfare Award for his role in Nanpakal Nerathu Mayakkam (2023), directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery.

The actor also received critical acclaim for his performance in Kaathal: The Core.

The Hindustan Times reviewed Dominic and the Ladies’ Purse, praising Mammootty’s performance but criticizing the film’s slow pace and some poorly executed scenes.

The review noted, “The film’s pace is extremely slow and tests your patience in some parts, like the unnecessary songs or the badly choreographed fights, for instance. You wish the director would just get on with the investigation.”

Mammootty and Mohanlal Reunite for MMMN

Fans are excited to see Mammootty and Mohanlal back together on screen in Mahesh Narayanan’s film. The duo last appeared together in hit films like Avidathepole Ivideyum, Adiyozhukkukal, Karimpinpoovinakkare, Mazha Peyyunnu Maddalam Kottunnu, Adhwaytham, Vishnulokam, and No. 20 Madras Mail.

Nayanthara, who has shared the screen with Mammootty in films like Rapakal, Thaskara Veeran, Bhaskar the Rascal, and Puthiya Niyamam, also plays a key role in MMMN.

The production company, Anto Joseph Film Company, recently shared a video of Nayanthara’s warm welcome to the set, building further excitement for the project.

MMMN boasts a strong ensemble cast, including Fahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban, Shaheen Siddique, Sanal Aman, Danish Husain, Revathi, Zarin Shihab, Darshana Rajendran, Renji Panicker, and Rajiv Menon.

The film is set to have a shooting schedule spanning over 150 days across several locations, including Delhi, Hyderabad, Kochi, Visakhapatnam, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Azerbaijan, Abu Dhabi, and London.

Mammootty’s Future in Cinema

Mammootty’s upcoming slate includes not only Bazooka but also an untitled project, Megastar 428, which marks the 428th film of his illustrious career.

With such a packed schedule, Mammootty remains a dominant force in the Malayalam film industry.

No Plans for Retirement

Despite the health rumors, Mammootty’s team has made it clear that the actor is not stepping away from films anytime soon.

His disciplined lifestyle and commitment to his work remain unchanged, and fans can expect to see more of Mammootty in the years to come.