New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS): “Life of Josutty”, which marks Eros International's foray into the Malayalam movie market, will release on September 18.

The project, which is a family drama shot in Idukki, Kerala and New Zealand, is directed by Jeethu Joseph and co-produced by Backwater Studios.

“'Life of Josutty' is not just a family entertainer but a journey through the realities of life," Joseph said in a statement.

The movie is a drama set against the backdrop of a family with a fantasy edge. It features actors, Rachana Narayanankutty, Jyothikrishna, Harish Peradi, Sunil Sugatha, Suraj Vengharamoodu and Kalabhavan Mani.

Eros International managing director Sunil Lulla is happy to be entering the Malayalam film market.

“Malayalam cinema has been blessed with a plethora of gifted directors, writers, actors and produces such diverse range of brilliant stories for discerning audiences. We are very happy to tap into this rich pool of talent by working with notable names like Dileep and Jeethu," Lulla said.

He says "Life of Josutty" promises "solid content for movie lovers with its unique story line backed by such a creative team".

The film's music has been composed by Anil Johnson, who has previously worked on "Drishyam".