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Renowned Ex Journalist, Tony Chittettukalam is a Film Director (Chakkaramaavin Kombathu) cum Writer from God’s Own Country, Kerala, India. Chakkaramaavin Kombathu is a 2017 Malayalam language film produced by Rajan Chirayil and Jimson Gopal under the banner Brandex Productions and Chirayil Films, and directed by Tony Chittettukalam. The film stars Gaurav Menon and Derek Rajan in the lead roles along with Joy Mathew, Harisree Asokan, Meera Vasudeva, Anjali Nair, Bindhu Panickar and Kishore Mathew. The music is composed by Bijipal. The screenplay is based on a story written by Arshad Bathery.[1]

Tony Chittettukalam has been active in Professional Writing since 1998. Post Graduate in Botany from St.Berchmans’ College, Changanacherry, Tony focuses on Informative Literature with special emphasis. He writes fiction and non fiction and also deals with science related topics. Official Malayalam Translator for Limca Book of Records from 2014 - 2016, Tony Chittettukalam is now the Adjudicator and official for Best of India Records from New Delhi. Started his career as Sub Editor in the first of its kind Malayalam Daily in Kerala named Deepika in 1998, Tony Chittettukalam worked with Deepika upto 2005, resigning as the Editor in Charge of the first International Edition of Deepika, Deepika Europe. Then he joined as the News Editor of Malayalee Sangamam, Global Malayalam News Weekly being published from Chicago, USA.

Upcoming Entrepreneur, Tony Chittettukalam is now the director of the fastest growing Contracting / Event Management cum Media Business firm named Lifeline Group of Companies, based at Kochi, along with Mr.Jimson Gopal. Mostly, Government Projects are handled by his Company. He is also the Director of Brandex Group, having diversified Business Projects in the Entertainment Industry, Real Estate, Contracting and Trading. Brandex Realtors Private Limited, Brandex Productions & Brandex Books come under Brandex Group.

Books Published

1.	Prukruthi Chikilsa: The book covers topics including Naturopathy, Pranic Healing, Acu pressure etc. Written in the simple language for the common public, the book is very comprehensive in the subjects concerned. The speciality of the book is that, it won’t promote the extremist methods in Naturopathy. Published by Avanthy Publications, Kottayam, the book’s seventh edition is now available in the market.

2.	Meditation Prukruthi jeevanam: People are always confused of Meditation. Most of them feel that, it is a complicated process. Meditation Prukruthi jeevanam is a walk through the simple techniques each and everyone can follow easily for a healthy life. Published by Avanthy Publications, Kottayam, the book’s seventh edition is now available in the market.

3.	Irapidiyan Sasyangalum Visudha Sasyangalum: This book is an interesting piece of science. From the world of plants, there are a lot of peculiar species which are mostly unknown to the public at large. The writer tries to depict a version of the sacred plants and the insectivorous plants, in the book. This will be a useful piece of interesting information for the readers. Published by Avanthy Publications, Kottayam.

4.	Mazhappusthakam: Most celebrated book on Rain fiction in Malayalam. Edited by Tony Chittettukalam and Faizal Bin Ahmed, the book is an interesting piece of Anthology on Rain Fiction in Malayalam. Short stories, Poems and Writings by writers of the ages have been compiled in the book. Published by Pappion Books, Kozhikode in 2002, it was the first book published in the year 2002, being released in the New Year Night by Poet Rosemary and Writer K.P Ramanunny. Second Edition by Olive Books, Kozhikode is available in the book stalls.

5.	Njan Neritta Agnipareekshanangal: This book had been celebrated as the controversial text on Congress Ex MLA Sobhana George. Noticeable fact was that the book was released during the days of scandal against Sobhana regarding document manipulation. Paperback, Kozhikode brought out the book.

6.	Aakarshakamaya Vyakthithwam: Different Personalities can be identified by the personality traits. To understand a person from his traits will be very useful in the fields of business, particularly. The book covers topics on Personality traits in a scientific manner. Pappion Books, Kozhikode is the publisher.

7.	Priority Management: Successful personalities have their own success formulae. It may surely include the ways they manage time, priority wise. The book Priority Management is an authoritative one on the ways of effective Prioritization. Haritham Books, Kozhikode.

8.	CrisisManagement: To handle a crisis effectively needs a tactical attitude. At the same time, crisis management is an art. Art of handing problems and finding solutions can be found out in this book. Haritham Books, Kozhikode.

9.	Pratheekshakalude Manimalika: This is the simplest translation of the book “Great Expectations” by Charles Dickens. Produced for Children, the book is rich in the language presentation in the Children’s Literature pattern. Haritham Books, Kozhikode.

10.	Njanum Ente Ishta kathapathravum: Literary Journalism has got much shelf value these days. The book is a pattern new feature with writers and their favorite characters. How a character is made can be read out between the lines. The writer says himself on the story behind his favorite character. The release of the book as a floating literary event was a much acclaimed news. Pranatha Books, Kochi.

'11.	Pope John Paul Randaman: Lokathinte Prakasa Gopuram: The Saint Pope John Paul 2nd and his contributions to the Catholic Church is an ever time history. The book on the Pope has been delivered in the market while the newly elected Pope was getting into the limelight. Best seller of the year for Avanthy Publications, Kottayam.

12.	Marpapaye Ariyan: The book covers the saintly life of Pope John Paul 2nd and familiarise Benedict 16th to the public. The book is relevant with the time of publishing. St.Jude Books, Kozhikode.

13.	Funny Mathematics: This is the translation of the book by Palliyara Sreedharan on interesting Mathematical solutions. Purely inspiring and useful piece for the student community, the book has been published by St.Jude Books, Kozhikode.

14.	Vijayathinte Ner rekha: Success stories of Business Magnets getting depicted in the book in the beautiful narrative style. The life and business of Milgram Korah John, Santhimadom Radhakrishnan, Dr.Jayathilakan and Dr.Pathrose Parathuvayalil seems to be the life out of business. The book is a motivating piece for the young entrepreneurs. Lifeline Publications, Kochi-25.

15.	Hridayapoorvam:Dr.Jayathilakan: Dr.Jayathilakan is the famous Ayurvedic Cardiologist who has cured more than 50,000 patients from heart failures, purely by Ayurvedic Medicine. The success story of Dr.Jayathilakan finds relevance in this situation. The book has been prepared in a beautiful narrative style. Lifeline Publications, Kochi-25.

16.	Heartfelt: An epilogue to Dr.Jayathilakan: This book is the translation of Hridayapoorvam:Dr.Jayathilakan. Business oriented production, to be given to the patients coming over to Dr.Jayathilakan from outside Kerala. He is no more last year and his children who are doctors of the same criterion, carries on treatment. Lifeline Publications, Kochi-25.

17.	Kaivela Vol.1: Translation of the Book “Hands on” by Arvind Gupta. Activity oriented book for School Children written in a pattern of Children’s Literature. DC Books, Kottayam.

18.	Kaivela Vol.2: This is the second volume of the translation of the Book “Hands on” by Arvind Gupta. Activity oriented book for School Children. DC Books, Kottayam.

19.	Kaalathinte Kaiyoppu: This is the journey of a Journalist through the life he has seen. Writers, Politicians, Social Personalities etc. are brought out in the chapters and their traits have been analysed. Presentation of worldly thoughts in comparison with the classics in literature finds a new unique way of presentation, probably a journalist only can do. Lifeline Publications, Kochi-25.

20.	Raathri: Malayalathinte Raakkanavukal: Largest of the Literary Anthology in Malayalam, Raathri is a beautiful collection of short stories and poems on Night by Malayalam writers. Personalised writings by writers also finds attractive. Malayalam Literature and Night coincides in a beautiful pattern in the book of 324 pages. Purely a reference oriented fiction work. Olive Books, Kozhikode.

21.	Scotland yard Detective: Metropolitan Policing is World Famous. Apart from Sherlock Homes’ stories, the investigative stories from Metropolitan Police are far interesting. The book is a unique collection of Investigative Stories by Scotland Yard, including Jack the Ripper and Pakistan President Benazir Bhutto’s forensic report. Olive Books, Kozhikode.

22.	Cheriya Chuvadukalum Valiya Jeevithavum: Guinness Pakru

The smallest actor in Indian Film Industry tells to the readers on his life and the tracks he has crossed to own a position in the celebrity sector. The hardships and the challenges Pakru has faced will really be a motivation to the Keralites and the Indians as a whole who feel depressed due to inferiority complex by different issues. It has been written for the general readers and Guinness Pakru by Tony Chittettukalam. Olive Books, Kozhikode.

23.	K.S Chithra: Anubhavam Orma Yathra:

The celebrity singer of South India reveals of her personal experiences, memoirs, travel experiences etc. in this book written by Tony Chittettukalam. Lengthy interview with K.S Chithra and also the songs sung by the singer for Malayalam have been included in the book. The book is an interesting one for the music lovers, while at the same time, having the looks of a reference volume. Olive Books, Kozhikode.

24.	Karyam Kauthukam: Written for the School going children, this piece of informative literature has been appraised much by the student community. The book of more than 200 pages covers various interesting topics to the children, which are at the same time having academic interest too. Suitable for school projects, this book is still available in the market. Olive Books, Kozhikode.

25.	Ningalkkum Crisis Manageravam: Crisis Management has got prime relevance in this new generation. People find it very difficult to solve their issues. The way of approach to the problem is the matter it counts. The book Ningalkkum Crisis Manageravam tells us how to approach a crisis, find the apt solution and solve it amicably. Written in a beautiful narrative style, this book will impress the readers in their practical life. Harmony Books, Kozhikode.

26.	Prathisandhikale Tholppichu Vijayiyavam: One who utilizes the chances which comes across succeeds in life. The book is an inspiring piece for all who likes to have success in life. Olive Books, Kozhikode.

27.	Jeevithavijayathinu Mungananakramam: In the present lifestyles, the importance of managing time has grown manifold. Those who try to settle things in time will have success in the entire life. This is an inspiring book on the subject. Haritham Books, Kozhikode.

28.	Prathisandhikale Engine Neritam: There are many tips to solve problems in life. All these will be getting out of our practical experiences too. This motivational book will empower the readers. Haritham Books, Kozhikode.

29.	Vijayathinu Chila Rasakkoottukal: Life is a beautiful task. There can be so many interesting aspects to get succeed in life. This book put forward the factual interests from life which can be motivational for everybody. Olive Books, Kozhikode.  30.	Subhayatra Traffic Book: As part of Traffic Awareness project “Subhayatra” by Kerala Police, Tony Chittettukalam has prepared this activity book for school children, along with Jimson Gopal. More than eight lakh copies of the book have been circulated in schools by the Government, so far. Kerala Police, Thiruvananthapuram.

31.	Abhibhashakarum Kuttanweshakarum Kure Kesukalum: Investigative stories collected from reputed Advocates and Police Officers have been compiled together to make a fiction oriented book named “Abhibhashakarum Kuttanweshakarum Kure Kesukalum”. This book is part of investigation by a journalist, which reveals the mysteries behind criminal cases. Surya Books, Kochi.

32.	Vidyarthikalkku Kure Vijayamanthrangal: This is a Motivational and Inspirational Book for the younger generation, discussing the aspects of career orientation, educational tips, positive thinking etc. Published by Harmony Books, Kozhikode, an Imprint of Olive Books.

Website: www.tonychittettukalam.com

Publishers: Major Publishers who have published books by Tony Chittettukalam:

DC Books, Kottayam Olive Books, Kozhikode Pappion Books, Kozhikode Paperback, Kozhikode Harmony Books, Kozhikode Haritham Books, Kozhikode St.Jude Books, Kozhikode Avanthy Publications, Kottayam Pranatha Books, Ernakulam Lifeline Publications, Kochi-25 Surya Books, Kochi

As a Director

“Chakkaramaavin Kombathu” The Malayalam Feature Film has been depicted based on the short story “Meenukalude Aakasavum Paravakalude Bhoomiyum” by reputed short story writer Arshad Bathery. The story has been there in the Kerala Syllabus Malayalam Text Book for 7th Standard students for more than 4 years. It has been included in the syllabus of 2017-18 too. Along with the story, one another story by Arshad Bathery has been clubbed together to make a HUMOUR BASED FAMILY DRAMA WITH A SOCIALLY RELEVANT CONTENT.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L-IAHOrm_uo&t=7s

Highlights of the Film

Coming back of Meera Vasudev, again to Malayalam Industry •	Coming back of Harisree Asokan •	National Award Winner Gourav Menon (Film: Ben) as Uthaman •	National Award Winner Aadish Pranav (Film: Kunjudaivam) as Fasalu •	Three outstanding Songs by Bijibal, National Award Winner - Melemanthu (Melody sung by Subha) - Alanjoriyana Theerathu (Title Song by Bijibal) - Manjaniyum Pularikalum (Children’s Fast song by Sreya Jayadeep & Devadath Bijibal) •	Reputed Technicians - Bijibal (Background Score & Music, National Award Winner		- Joby James DOP ( Kunjudaivam fame)		- Rajesh Nenmara Make up  (State Award Winner)		- Kumar Edappal Costume (State Award Winner)		- Rafeeq Ahmed Lyrics  (State Award Winner)		- K.Rajagopal Editor (State Award Winner)		- Sunil Lavanya Art Director (“Force of Destiny”, Paul Cox film )		- Arshad Bathery Writer  (Sakthi Award and other awards)

Joy Mathew, Harisri Asokan, Indrans, Kishore, Meera Vasudev, Anjali Nair, Master Gourav Menon, Master Derick Rajan, Master Aadish Praveen, Sethulakshmi, Bindu Panicker, K.L Antony, Bijukkuttan, Manoj Guinness, Vinod Kedamangalam, Viju Kodungalloor, Dominic etc. are the major artistes in the film. It was released in theatres in Kerala on 17.11.2017.

Other Major Directorial Ventures: •	Jaithrayathra (Corporate Video Profile for Jeevan TV & Indiavision) •	Subhayatra (Traffic Campaign for Kerala Police with Mohanlal - 10 Short Films https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTVr76Elyx20aJDRZDoBP6w) •	SVEEP (Election Short Film on behalf of Election Commission https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XVaf9gvgRQ)

E mail: tonychittettukalam@gmail.com

References:

http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-features/tp-metroplus/a-different-kind-of-writer/article3186858.ece

http://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/kochi/article322535.ece?service=print

http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/interviews/article348713.ece

http://www.deccanchronicle.com/lifestyle/viral-and-trending/230316/ten-short-films-with-a-big-actor.html

https://www.deccanchronicle.com/content/tags/tony-chittettukalam

http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/malayalam/2017/jun/19/meera-vasudevan-is-back-in-malayalam-1618562.html

http://www.vanitha.in/celluloid/movies/chakkara-mavin-kombathu-movie-latest-trailor-video.html