With Kerala Tourism working on big plans to promote cinema tourism, the ’Kireedam’ bridge in the State capital suburb Vellayani, the famed location of the cult classic Mohanlal-starrer Kireedam, has been identified as a prime spot to attract visitors.
The State government has given administrative sanction of ₹1,22,50,000 to develop the ‘Cine Tourism Project— Kireedam Palam at Vellayani,’ which is to be completed in 18 months.
The roaring success of the 1989 Malayalam blockbuster Kireedam, featuring legendary actor Thilakan and Mohanlal as father and son, has brought the narrow bridge at Vellayani to fame as the locale of emotional scenes of the movie. Since then, the captivating spot has been frequented by cine buffs and tourists.
