Animal Music Composer Harshavardhan Rameshwar Makes Malayalam Debut with Bhavanas Anomie

By Apr 8, 2025 0

Renowned for his powerful background scores in Bollywood films like Animal, Kabir Singh, and Arjun Reddy, Harshavardhan Rameshwar is now set to make his entry into Malayalam cinema. The composer will be lending his musical expertise to the upcoming psychological thriller Anomie, which also marks actress Bhavana’s debut as a producer.

The film’s team shared the announcement on social media, welcoming Rameshwar to the Malayalam film industry with the caption: “ANOMIE welcomes the musical sensation Harshavardhan Rameshwar to Mollywood! Get ready for a symphony of brilliance!” The news has already generated a buzz among cinephiles eager to see how Rameshwar’s signature sound translates into Malayalam storytelling.

'Animal' Music Composer Harshavardhan Rameshwar

Bhavana’s First Venture as a Producer

Helmed by director Riyas Marath, Anomie stars Bhavana alongside veteran actor Rahman. The project is expected to deliver a gripping narrative infused with intense psychological themes, and it is already being recognized for its high production values and technical finesse.

Bhavana, producing the film under her own banner Bhavana Film Productions, expressed her excitement on social media, referring to the film as a “musical journey unlike any other.” The collaboration with Rameshwar reflects her intent to push creative boundaries both in front of and behind the camera.

Ensemble Cast and Technical Strength

The cast includes a mix of emerging and established talents such as Vishnu Agastya, Binu Pappu, Shebin Benson, Arjun Lal, and Drishya Raghunath. On the visual front, the film brings in Sujith Sarang—celebrated for his work in Dear Comrade and Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru—as cinematographer, with editing by Kiran Das, known for Romancham and Rorschach.

Backing the film are co-producers Dr. C.J. Roy (Confident Group), APK Cinema, and Bhavana Film Productions. The crew also includes renowned colorist JD (Gangs of Wasseypur, Mulk), action coordinators Action Santhosh and Thavasi Raj, and VFX teams from Egg White and Digi Bricks. Sync Cinema is overseeing sound design to enhance the immersive experience.

Shot over 100 days across diverse locations such as Ernakulam, Mumbai, Pollachi, Kodaikanal, and Coimbatore, the film’s visuals are expected to match its psychological depth. The title and first look were unveiled by actor Dulquer Salmaan on social media, amplifying anticipation.