Tijo Thankachan

I believe every frame has a purpose, every cut has a rhythm, and every story deserves to be told with emotion, clarity, and impact.

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Feature films5+
Best editor awards5
Studio founded2019
Feature films

Edited for the Screen

www.tijothankachan.com
Teresa Had A Dream
English, 2020

Teresa Had A Dream

An English-language drama on the life and vision of Servant of God Mother Teresa of St. Rose of Lima, directed by Raju Abraham and written by John Paul. As film editor, Tijo Thankachan shaped the emotional depth and storytelling flow of this inspiring narrative.

Udan Adi Mangalayam
Malayalam, 2023

Udan Adi Mangalayam

Written and directed by Vishnu Rathikumar and produced by Subhash Chithrasala under Kalamela Cinemas, the film follows Janaki, a village girl chasing her dreams while facing social challenges and the influence of social media.

Two Men Army
Malayalam, 2024

Two Men Army

Directed by Nissar and produced by Kasim Kandoth under SK Communications, the film features Indrans, Shaheen Siddique, Kailash, Subramanian Bolgatty, Thirumala Ramachandran, and more.

Kerala Express
Malayalam, 2019

Kerala Express

Directed by debutant Akshay Ajith, starring Ishaan Dev and Manpreeth, Kerala Express is a suspense-filled story about love and friendships centered around a coffee shop where key characters meet.

Brilliant Idea
Hindi, 2026

Brilliant Idea

A Hindi comedy directed by Rabinder Parasher. As film editor, Tijo Thankachan shaped the rhythm, humor, and storytelling flow of this entertaining journey about South Asian restaurant owners chasing success and the American Dream through a series of hilarious "brilliant ideas."

Future projects

Exploring New Horizons

Upcoming projects aim to blend engaging narratives with technical excellence, pushing boundaries across genres while keeping the emotional center of the story intact.

Every feature film is a chapter in Tijo Thankachan's growth as a filmmaker and editor, from intense dramas and heartwarming stories to thrillers, documentaries, ads, lyrical videos, and short films.

Recognition

Awarded for the Cut.

5

Best Editor Awards

Recognition across feature films, documentaries, and short films for editing that supports emotion, rhythm, and story clarity.

Best Editor Award

Two Men Army, Malayalam Movie

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Best Editor Award

Teresa Had A Dream, English Movie

Feature

Best Editor Award

Glare of Handlooms, Documentary

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Best Editor Award

Princess of Pictures, Malayalam Short Film

Short

Best Editor Award

Diyayude Prayanam, Indian Film House

Short
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Portfolio 2026

A glimpse of my work

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