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Moneycontrol•19-10-2026, 15:14
Mamitha Baiju Thanks Girish AD For Believing In Her
  • •Actress Mamitha Baiju expressed deep gratitude to filmmaker Girish AD for casting her as the lead heroine in the blockbuster Malayalam movie Bethlehem Kudumba Unit.
  • •Mamitha revealed that Girish offered her the role of Ashley right after Super Sharanya wrapped up, even before it was released in theatres.
  • •The actress admitted she initially doubted her ability to carry a film as a leading lady, making Girish's trust even more meaningful to her.
  • •Directed by Girish AD and starring Nivin Pauly alongside Mamitha, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit crossed Rs 325 crore at the worldwide box office.
  • •Mamitha also thanked the entire cast, crew, and technicians whose collective efforts contributed to the historic success of the film.

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Mamitha Baiju expressed profound gratitude to filmmaker Girish AD for believing in her and casting her as the lead heroine Ashley when she was still unsure of her capabilities. She thanked him for trusting her during both Premalu and Bethlehem Kudumba Unit.

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit grossed over Rs 325 crore worldwide, surpassing Lokah: Chapter 1 to become the biggest commercial hit and highest-grossing film in Malayalam cinema history.

Following its successful theatrical run, Bethlehem Kudumba Unit began streaming on JioHotstar starting October 2, 2026, and is available in five different languages.