Kathanar Trailer: Hollywood-Level VFX, Ancient Folklore, and Mysterious Powers Unveiled

• The horror-fantasy film 'Kathanar' trailer showcases Hollywood-level VFX and is set in 9th-century Kerala, featuring a Christian priest with magical powers.
• Jayasurya and Anushka Shetty star, with Anushka making her Malayalam debut in a mysterious and powerful role; the film will release in 14 languages.
• The story draws from Kerala's folklore (Etiyatimala), similar to 'Kantara' and 'Tumbbad', focusing on magic, fantasy, and mystery rather than Hollywood superheroes.
• Kathanar, a real-life priest from 9th-century Kerala folklore, learned occult practices and could control both light and darkness, making his character unique.
• Trailer dialogues hint at historical elements like Kanthaloor Salai (a hub for art, science, and occult practices) and the Chera dynasty's conflict with the Cholas, with Kathanar emerging as a supernatural protector.