Usha Uthup acting as Mammootty’s mom!!

Usha Uthup, the original Diva of Indian pop music is making her screen debut in Malayalam films as Mammootty’s mother! The film titled Pothen Vava is directed by Joshy.

Usha Uthup is a name to reckon with in the music scene for over three decades. She has enthralled listeners in many languages and still continues to leave an indelible mark on the music scene in India. She well-known among Malayalees and has a huge fan following in the state. Her husky voice, kancheevaram sarees, huge bindis and glass bangles are a rage among her admirers.

In Pothen Vava written by Benny P.Nayarambalam, she plays a crucial role as Vakil Amma. According to Lal of ‘Lal Creations’ the producer of the film: “Like Anjooran of Godfather, played by N.N Pillai, Vakil Amma in Pothen Vava is the pivot around which the film revolves”. He also said that when they approached her, she immediately jumped at the idea to play this central character.

Pothen Vavais Mammootty’s 2006 Ramzan release and it promises to be a family entertainer.