Shibu Thameens

Shibu Thameens has been making waves in the Indian film scene, especially with some pretty ambitious projects. If you’ve seen Iru Mugan (2016), you’ll know what I mean—sci-fi, action, and enough twists to make your head spin. The movie isn’t just your typical good-versus-bad fare. It’s got Vikram playing dual roles, which is always a treat, and the whole thing feels like a wild ride through international espionage and madness. Then there’s Puli (2015), which dials up the fantasy in full technicolor. Vijay leads the charge in a world filled with sorcery, mythical creatures, and enough over-the-top set pieces to make you wonder if you accidentally walked into a video game. Honestly, it’s a trip—cheesy at times, but that’s half the fun with these big-budget Tamil films. Mumbaikar (2023) is another beast entirely. Different vibe, grittier, and set smack in the heart of Mumbai. The movie’s all about chaos in the city, with a bunch of lives crossing paths—sometimes violently, sometimes hilariously. It’s sort of a remake of a cult classic, so there’s a lot of pressure there, but Thameens doesn’t shy away from mixing drama, action, and just that messy, unpredictable energy you get in a city like Mumbai. He’s the kind of producer who clearly loves swinging for the fences, never settling for safe or boring. You can always expect a lot of style, some surprises, and a definite stamp of his own personality on everything he touches.