Arana Puranam
Inhouse Film
Introducing “Arana Puranam,” our mini sequel to “Kandittund!” Mr. P.N.K Panicker’s animated avatar reveals how Arana, the humble red-tailed skink, acquired a famous trait. Don’t miss the legend unfold!
CLIENT
Inhouse
DATE
2023
DIRECTOR
Adithi Krishnadas
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Suresh Eriyat
BEHIND THE SCENES
Episode 1
“Immerse yourself in the creative journey of ‘Aranapuranam’ with our Behind The Scenes (BTS) Part 1, focusing exclusively on the preproduction phase of our latest Malayalam animated short. This BTS glimpse offers a rare look at the meticulous planning and artistic process that goes into bringing the vibrant world of ‘Aranapuranam’ to life. From storyboarding to character design and world-building, see how our dedicated team combines traditional Malayalam culture with animation to tell a story that resonates. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover the inspiration, challenges, and breakthroughs that have shaped the making of ‘Aranapuranam.’”
Episode 2
Check out the way we went about creating animatics for the film- We believe this is an important stage in the production where one can lock the precise shot plan and emotional delivery of a film even before its production. Unveiling the Art Behind the Scenes: Dive into the making of our latest Malayalam short film with an exclusive look at our animatics. This is more than just a behind-the-scenes glimpse; it’s a treasure trove for film enthusiasts and budding filmmakers alike. Learn, get inspired, and discover the dedication and creativity that fuel our storytelling.
Episode 3
This episode of Behind the Scenes of Aranapuranam showcases one of the key ingredients of this film- Sound & Music. Working with super talented Nandhu Kartha on the music front and the master of sound design, Oscar winner Resul Pookkutty, we managed to add another dimension to this beautiful short film. We express our sincere gratitude to all those who supported us through this 11 month journey.
Episode 4
As we bring the ‘Behind The Scenes’ series of ‘Aranapuranam’ to a close, join us for this final episode where we conclude our creative journey. This ultimate installment gives you an all-encompassing look at the culmination of our efforts from storyboarding to the final frames, blending traditional Malayalam culture with innovative animation techniques. Throughout this series, we’ve shared the meticulous planning and artistic processes that brought the vibrant world of ‘Aranapuranam’ to life. We hope these insights inspire and equip aspiring animators to craft their own unique stories. Dive into this concluding episode to discover the final challenges and breakthroughs our team faced. Your journey as an animator starts here—imbued with the spirit and learnings from ‘Aranapuranam.’ Don’t miss this final opportunity to draw inspiration from our team’s dedication and creativity!
CREDITS
A film by – Adithi Krishnadas
Based on a story narrated by – Mr. P.N.K Panicker
As interviewed by – Suresh Eriyat
Creative director – Suresh Eriyat
Executive Producers – Suresh Eriyat, Nilima Eriyat
Original Score Composed by – Nandhu Kartha
Sound Design – Resul Pookutty (CAS, MPSE), Vijaykumar (MPSE)
Re-recording Mixer – Bibin Dev
Sound Editor – Vijaykumar (MPSE)
Dubbing Supervisor – Arun Varma
Pre-Production and Art Direction – Adithi Krishnadas
Animation – Adithi Krishnadas, Oorjit B.S, Ashin Munnu K
Additional Animation – Tanvi Palathinkal, Ishita Srivastava, Kratika Sunkar, Mavis Joshi
Cleanup and Colour – Tanvi Palathinkal, Kratika Sunkar, Shivani Sadwelkar, Muhammad Fayas, Soham Samant, Ishita Srivastava, Shania Symons, Mavis Joshi, Ashin Munnu K, Oorjit B.S, Adithi K
Backgrounds and Layout – Adithi Krishnadas
Editing and Compositing – Adithi Krishnadas
Foley Artists – Varun Visoi, Shiva Shambhu Dhigel
Foley Editor – Vijaykumar (MPSE)
Foley Studio – Foleywalkers, Mumbai
Sound post work done at – Canaries Post Sound
Sound Recordist – Subin Joseph
Recording Studio – Lal Media, Kochi
Voice Actors – Suresh Eriyat, Adithi Krishnadas, Oorjit B.S, Ashin Munnu K
IT Support – Satish Gautam
Support staff – Shubhangi Salvi, Reshma Bhogwekar, Kalpesh Palkar, Lilly Valsan
Special Thanks – Anand Babu, Rebecca Rechana Paul, Ameen Ali Shanavas, Ayisha Nishara, Arundathi K, Mini R, Krishnadas K
Produced By – Studio Eeksaurus PVT.LTD