Chinna Chinna Aasai
| Chinna Chinna Aasai | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Varsha Vasudev |
| Written by | Varsha Vasudev |
| Produced by | Abhijith Babuji |
| Starring | Indrans Madhoo |
| Cinematography | Faiz Siddik |
| Edited by | Reckson Joseph |
| Music by | Govind Vasantha |
Production company | Babuji Productions |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Malayalam |
| Box office | ₹3 crore |
Chinna Chinna Aasai (transl. Little, little desire) is a 2026 Malayalam-language romantic drama film written and directed by Varsha Vasudev in her feature film debut.[1] The film is produced by Abhijith Babuji under the banner of Babuji Productions. It stars Indrans and Madhoo in the lead roles, with music composed by Govind Vasantha.[2]
The film is set in Varanasi and derives its title from a song from the 1992 Tamil film Roja, also starring Madhoo. The first look poster of the film was unveiled by Mani Ratnam who directed that film.[3][4] The film was released on 19 June 2026.[5]
Cast
- Indrans as Madhavan Maash
- Madhoo as Leela
- Sai Janani as young Leela
- Aparna Balamurali as Janaki
- Jaffer Sadiq as Shetty
- Vishnu Agasthya as Trainchar
- Thambi Ramaiah as Tamil Association Officer
- Kaali Venkat as Leela's father
- Martin Jishil as Tour Coordinator
- Praveen Pancham Jaishwar as Boatman
- Sudhakar Mani as Chaiwala
- Arvind Dubey as Purohithan
- Jayant Raina as Kishan Bhai
- Gaurav as Tamil Association Officer's helper
- Aaradhya Kanojia as Diya
- T.D.C. Singh as Announcer
- Basanta Gupta as Saree Shop woman
- Praveen Singh as Fighting husband
- Priya Khatwani as Fighting wife
- Praveen Pandey as Hassan Bhai
- Isha Shukla as Khadeeja
- Meenakshi Dixit as Geetha
- Balram Panda as Gopal Ji
- Goswami as Karmi
- Ravikant Mishra as Thattukada Bhai
- Mohit Gupta as Giant Wheel Boy
- Ashutosh Yadav as Thief
- Seoul as Flautist
Production
Chinna Chinna Aasai is written and directed by Varsha Vasudev, who previously directed the short film Ente Narayanikku.[6]
Release and reception
The film was released on 19 June 2026.[7][8] Vishal Menon of The Hollywood Reporter India wrote, "Chinna Chinna Aasai is an extraordinary reflection on how it’s always the smallest of things that matter most when nothing else matters at all".[9] Athira M. of The Hindu said that "The film's slow pace might not appeal to many viewers. Even then, Chinna Chinna Aasai is a film that will embrace you with its warmth and make you reflect on love, relationships, and life as a whole."[10] Anandu Suresh of The Indian Express said that "Even if we try our best to like the movie somehow, its ending completely ruins the whole experience, with a climax that one can see coming from ten miles away."[11] Anjana of The Times of India said that "Chinna Chinna Aasai succeeds as a tender exploration of elderly romance. It reminds us that love does not belong to any age. Like Varanasi itself, the film gently suggests that every journey, no matter how late, can lead to peace."[12]
Home Media
The film's digital rights were bagged by JioHotstar.[13]
References
- ↑ Santhosh, Vivek (2026-06-19). "Chinna Chinna Aasai Movie Review: Indrans and Madhoo elevate this tender tale of two lonely souls". Cinema Express. Retrieved 2026-06-20.
- ↑ "Chinna Chinna Aasai review: Indrans, Madhoo lead an underwhelming tale of self-discovery". The Indian Express. 2026-06-20. Retrieved 2026-06-20.
- ↑ "Mani Ratnam unveils first look of Indrans-Madhoo's Chinna Chinna Aasai". The New Indian Express. 19 May 2025. Retrieved 20 December 2025.
- ↑ "33 വർഷത്തിന് ശേഷം 'ചിന്ന ചിന്ന ആസൈ' നിമിഷത്തിനു സാക്ഷിയായി മണിരത്നം; കൂടെ ഇന്ദ്രൻസും മധുബാലയും". News18 Malayalam. 19 May 2025. Retrieved 20 December 2025.
- ↑ "മധുബാല-ഇന്ദ്രൻസ് ചിത്രം; 'ചിന്ന ചിന്ന ആസൈ' സെക്കന്റ് ലുക്ക് പുറത്ത്". Mathrubhumi. 6 December 2025. Retrieved 20 December 2025.
- ↑ "Madhoo and Indrans team up for Chinna Chinna Aasai; Mani Ratnam unveils first look". Filmfare. 19 May 2025. Retrieved 20 December 2025.
- ↑ "Chinna Chinna Aasai trailer: 34 years after Roja, Madhoo in search of herself in Varanasi". The Indian Express. 2026-06-14. Retrieved 2026-06-20.
- ↑ "മനോഹരിയായ വാരണാസി, പ്രകടനങ്ങളിൽ മുന്നേറുന്ന 'ചിന്ന ചിന്ന ആസൈ'; റിവ്യൂ". Asianet News Malayalam (in Malayalam). Retrieved 2026-06-20.
- ↑ Menon, Vishal (2026-06-30). "'Chinna Chinna Aasai' Movie Review: Lost And Found In Banaras". The Hollywood Reporter India. Retrieved 2026-07-01.
- ↑ M, Athira (2026-06-20). "'Chinna Chinna Aasai' review: Indrans, Madhoo elevate this simple, poignant tale". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2026-07-18.
- ↑ "Chinna Chinna Aasai review: Indrans, Madhoo lead an underwhelming tale of self-discovery". The Indian Express. 2026-06-20. Retrieved 2026-07-18.
- ↑ "Chinna Chinna Aasai Movie Review: Indrans and Madhoo's charm bring emotional heft to this mature romance". The Times of India. Retrieved 2026-07-18.
- ↑ "'Chinna Chinna Aasai' OTT release: When and where to watch Indrans and Madhoo's drama". The Times of India. 2026-07-18. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2026-07-18.