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Daveed
Theatrical release poster
Directed byGovind Vishnu
Written by
  • Deepu Rajeevan
  • Govind Vishnu
Produced by
  • Century Max John & Mary Productions
  • Panorama Studios
  • Aby Alex Abhraham
  • Tom Joseph
Starring
CinematographySalu K. Thomas
Edited byRakesh Cherumadam
Music byJustin Varghese
Production
companies
Distributed byCentury Films (India)
Release date
  • 14 February 2025 (2025-02-14)
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Running time
150 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageMalayalam

Daveed is a 2025 Indian Malayalam-language action film directed by Govind Vishnu and written by Deepu Rajeevan and Govind Vishnu.[2] It is produced by Aby Alex Abraham, Tom Joseph, Century Max John & Mary Productions and Panorama Studios.[3][4] The films stars Antony Varghese, Lijomol Jose, Vijayaraghavan, Saiju Kurup and Kichu Tellus in supporting roles.[5]

The film was officially announced on 23 November,[6] 2023. Principal Photography commenced on 24 June 2024,[7] in Thrissur, Ernakulam, and Kottayam. The film's songs and original score were by Justin Varghese. Upon release, the film received generally positive reviews from critics.

Plot

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Ashiq Abu, a middle-aged bouncer who faces a life-changing rivalry with Turkish boxer Sainul Akhmedov.

Cast

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Production

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Development

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The film marks the directorial debut of Govind Vishnu.[8] On 15 June 2024, he announced his collaboration with Antony Varghese and Lijomol Jose for the project, revealing that the script would be co-written by Deepu Rajeevan. The film is set to be produced by John & Mary Productions, Panorama Studios, Aby Alex Abhraham, and Tom Joseph.[9]

The cinematography will be handled by Salu K. Thomas.[10] The film's visuals and pacing are supervised by editor Rakesh Cherumadam.[11]

Casting

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Antony Varghese signed on for Daveed with director Govind Vishnu.[12] The team has announced that Lijomol Jose, Vijayaraghavan, Saiju Kurup, and Kichu Tellus are in the cast. The film will also feature Aju Varghese, Jess Kukku, Nileen Sandra,[13] Mo Ismail, Bibin Perumbally, Ajith Narayanan, Deepu Mohan, and Ramesh Kozhikode in key roles. Additionally, the director has revealed that the movie will introduce several new faces.[14]

Filming

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Principal photography began on 24 June,[15] 2024, with a puja ceremony. The first schedule lasted over 55 days,[16] concluding on 18 August 2024. Filming took place in and around Ernakulam and Kottayam. The second schedule was held from 7 to 22 October, with shooting in Thrissur.[17]

Marketing

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The film was announced with a motion title poster that introduced the cast, accompanied by music from Justin Varghese. The first look poster,[18] featuring Antony Varghese as Abu, a boxer, was released on 11 October 2024. The full cast was later revealed through social media posts. Promotional activities for the film began in early October, though the trailer is yet to be released. Director Govind Vishnu confirmed via his social media that Daveed will hit theaters in February.[19]

Music

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The music and original background score for this film[20] were composed by Justin Varghese. The music rights for the film have been sold to Think Music.[21]

Release

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Theatrical

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The film was released theatrically on 14 February 2025.

Home media

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The digital streaming rights of the film is acquired by ZEE5 and started streaming from 18 April 2025.[22]

Reception

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Gopika Is of TimesofIndia gave the film a 3.5 out of 5 rating mentioning "Debutant director Govind Vishnu's Daveed is a well-made, entertaining sports drama. The film, given its genre, could have ended up being very predictable—and it is, to an extent—but the execution and the journey to these plot points are what make Daveed an engrossing experience".[23] Swathi P Ajith of Onmanorama gave the film a positive review saying "The film may not have the scale of a Hollywood sports drama, but the effort put into it, the work behind the scenes, and Pepe's strong performance hold it together. While it keeps things grounded, the film delivers where it matters, making it a worthy watch in theaters".[24]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "ബോക്സറായി ആന്റണി പെപ്പെ;'ദാവീദ്'". Madhyamam. November 2024. Archived from the original on 30 November 2024. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
  2. ^ "First look poster of Antony Varghese's actioner 'Daveed' is out! -See inside". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 20 November 2024. Retrieved 11 October 2024.
  3. ^ "Antony Varghese Pepe's 'Daveed' wrapped up". The Times of India. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  4. ^ "Antony Varghese's Movie Daveed Completes Its First Schedule". News18. Archived from the original on 21 August 2024. Retrieved 20 August 2024.
  5. ^ "Antony Varghese Pepe's Next Film Is Titled Daveed". Times Now. Archived from the original on 25 June 2024. Retrieved 25 June 2024.
  6. ^ "'ഡബിള്‍ പഞ്ചിന് ഇത്തിരി ഇടവേള'; ആന്റണി പെപ്പെയുടെ 'ദാവീദ്' ആദ്യ ഷെഡ്യൂള്‍ പൂര്‍ത്തിയായി". Mathrubhumi. Archived from the original on 19 August 2024. Retrieved 19 August 2024.
  7. ^ "Shooting of Antony Varghese Pepe's film 'Daveed' begins". Kerala Kaumudi. Retrieved 24 June 2024.
  8. ^ "First Look Of Antony Varghese Pepe's Daveed Out!". Times Now. Archived from the original on 30 November 2024. Retrieved 11 October 2024.
  9. ^ "ബോക്സറായി ആന്റണി വര്‍ഗീസ്; 'ദാവീദ്' ആരംഭിച്ചു". News18 Malayalam (in Malayalam). Archived from the original on 24 June 2024. Retrieved 24 June 2024.
  10. ^ "Pepe 13 is now titled Daveed: Check out the motion poster of Antony Varghese's upcoming action flick". Desimartini. Archived from the original on 23 June 2024. Retrieved 23 June 2024.
  11. ^ "Antony Varghese Pepe to star in Daveed, poster released". Mathrubhumi. Archived from the original on 25 June 2024. Retrieved 24 June 2024.
  12. ^ "'ഞങ്ങൾ തുടങ്ങുകയാണ് എല്ലാവരുടേം പ്രാർത്ഥന വേണം': ആന്റണി വർഗീസിന്റെ 'ദാവീദ്' വരുന്നു". Vanitha (in Malayalam). Archived from the original on 30 November 2024. Retrieved 25 June 2024.
  13. ^ "Filming Of Antony Varghese Pepe's Daveed Wrapped Up!". Times Now. Retrieved 25 October 2024.
  14. ^ "Antony Varghese's Daveed launched". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 25 July 2024. Retrieved 24 June 2024.
  15. ^ "It's a wrap for Antony Varghese's Daveed". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 30 November 2024. Retrieved 23 October 2024.
  16. ^ "Antony Varghese Pepe to star in Daveed, poster released". News18. Archived from the original on 21 August 2024. Retrieved 20 August 2024.
  17. ^ "ബോക്സറായി ആന്റണി വര്‍ഗീസ്; 'ദാവീദ്' ആരംഭിച്ചു". News18 Malayalam (in Malayalam). Retrieved 24 June 2024.
  18. ^ "Antony Varghese Pepe flexes his muscles as boxer Ashiq Abu in Daveed, first look out". Cinema Express. Retrieved 11 October 2024.
  19. ^ "Release window announced for Antony Varghese's Daveed". Asianet News (in Malayalam). Retrieved 18 August 2024.
  20. ^ "ആക്ഷനില്‍ കസറാൻ ആന്റണി വര്‍ഗീസ്, ചിത്രത്തിന് പേരിട്ടു". Asianet News. Retrieved 24 June 2024.
  21. ^ "'വാലിബനു' ശേഷം 'ദാവീദു'മായി ജോൺ ആൻഡ് മേരി പ്രൊഡക്‌ഷൻ; നായകൻ പെപ്പെ". Manorama Online (in Malayalam). Archived from the original on 30 November 2024. Retrieved 24 June 2024.
  22. ^ "Daveed OTT: പെപ്പെയുടെ ആക്ഷൻ ചിത്രം ദാവീദ് ഒടിടിയിൽ എപ്പോൾ കാണാം?". The Indian Express (in Malayalam). 12 April 2025. Retrieved 12 April 2025.
  23. ^ "Daveed Movie Review : Antony Varghese Shines in This Engaging Malayalam Sports Drama". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 15 February 2025.
  24. ^ "'Daveed': A boxing drama that lands its punches with heart and sweat | Movie Review". ‘Daveed’: A boxing drama that lands its punches with heart and sweat | Movie Review. Retrieved 15 February 2025.
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