Yet another stunt master becomes a filmmaker

Jayanth, who has done stunt choreography for more than 250 films, turns director with a movie titled Munthal. According to him, it is an action movie based on extensive research, which would create social awareness among public. A travel story shot in seven countries and 49 locations, the film stars debutant Appu Krishna as the lead hero.

“Though I started my film career as a stuntman, directing films was my long time dream, which has come true today. The hero comes to know of the formula to cure cancer, that was written 1000 years ago by siddhars on palm leaves, which is kept in a secured place and he goes in search of it. His intention is to give it to the government, so that it is available free for people. Meanwhile, a notorious gang also chases the formula for their benefit. What happens next is the crux,” says Jayanth. There are nine actions blocks in the film and each one  has been shot in a different style, he adds. “There are underwater action sequences shot at the Andamans and Thailand,” he concludes.