Marupuram,
the
Malayalam
movie
released
in
the
year
1990
did
feature
Jayaram
and
Mukesh
in
the
lead
roles.
The
movie,
directed
by
Viji
Thampy
was
in
the
lines
of
a
thriller.
The
film,
despite
being
a
good
one
hasn't
received
the
credits
that
it
deserved.
In
fact,
the
film
has
even
earned
the
tag
of
one
of
the
most
underrated
thrillers
of
the
early
1990's.
Marupuram
narrated
the
tale
of
two
youngsters
named
Sethu
and
Roy,
portrayed
by
Jayaram
and
Mukesh
respectively.
Under
certain
circumstances
Sethu
opts
for
a
job
as
an
estate
manager
where
some
troubles
are
awaiting
him.
Not
many
know
that
the
film
had
its
script
written
by
Ranjith
along
with
Kaloor
Dennis.
The
first
half
of
the
movie
was
filled
with
comedy
elements
while
the
second
half
thrills
you.
Apart
from
Jayaram
and
Mukesh,
the
film
also
featured
Sukumaran,
Urvashi,
ashokan,
Lalu
Alex,
Jagathy
Sreekumar
in
the
lead
roles.
Marupram
has
a
plot,
which
is
quite
relevant
even
now.
Considering
all
these,
what
if
this
film
is
remade
now?
Who
all
can
replace
Jayaram,
Mukesh
and
other
host
of
actors
in
the
new
version?
In
this
week's
Past
To
Present,
we
discuss
about
this
interesting
scenario.
Tovino
Thomas
As
Sethu
The
character
of
Sethu,
a
jobless
youth
who
turns
out
to
be
an
Estate
Manager
in
the
latter
half
of
the
movie
was
portrayed
by
Jayaram
in
the
original.
If
the
film
is
remade
now,
we
feel
that
Tovino
Thomas
will
be
the
right
option
for
this
role,
both
look
wise
and
talent
wise.
Neeraj
Madhav
As
Roy
Roy,
portrayed
by
Mukesh
in
the
original
version
is
a
character
with
both
humorous
and
serious
side.
Coming
to
the
newer
version,
we
feel
that
Neeraj
Madhav
will
be
an
apt
choice
for
this
role
and
the
Oru
Mexican
Aparatha
combo
would
look
perfect
together.
Siddique
As
Ossac
Thomas
The
character
of
Issac
Thomas,
who
is
an
investigation
officer,
plays
an
important
role
in
the
movie.
Sukumaran
had
made
this
role
a
memorable
one
with
his
unique
way
of
presentation.
At
present,
Siddique
is
one
such
actor
who
can
do
complete
justice
to
the
role,
if
the
film
is
remade.
Rajisha
Vijayan
As
Ratna
Ratna
is
the
owner
of
the
lodge
in
which
Sethu
and
Roy
stay.
At
the
same
time,
she
is
also
the
love
interest
of
Sethu.
Actress
Urvashi
had
played
this
role
in
the
original
and
at
present,
Rajisha
Vijayan
will
be
the
apt
choice
for
this
role,
if
the
film
is
remade.
Suraj
Venjaramoodu
As
Chakkunni
How
can
we
forget
this
character,
which
was
taken
to
another
level
by
the
enigmatic
performance
of
Jagathy
Sreekumar?
If
the
film
is
remade,
Suraj
Venjaramoodu
will
be
the
apt
choice
for
this
role.