Malayalam cinema
- Kerala
Amid hate campaign, makers of L2: Empuraan delete 24 scenes
Following the uproar by Hindutva supporters against Mohanlal movie L2: Empuraan, its makers have deleted 24 scenes, including a 29-second scene depicting violence against Muslim women. L2: Empuraan, a sequel to the…
- Entertainment
Malayalam cinema strike from June 1 to protest soaring remunerations, ‘unfriendly’ polices
Kochi: Various Malayalam film bodies, which have been in regular consultations on issues facing the industry, on Thursday called for a total shutdown of all film activities, including shooting and screening of…
- India
SC extends interim anticipatory bail of Malayalam actor Siddique in rape case
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday extended for a week the interim anticipatory bail to Malayalam actor Siddique, who faces alleged charges of raping an actress. A Bench of Justices Bela…
- India
SC extends interim anticipatory bail of Malayalam actor Siddique in rape case
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday extended for two weeks the interim anticipatory bail to Malayalam actor Siddique, who faces alleged charges of raping a young actress. A bench of Justices…
- India
Amidst crisis, Malayalam cinema to get new film association
Thiruvananthapuram: At a time when the Malayalam cinema industry is reeling from the shocking revelations in the Justice K Hema Committee report, a group of film personalities are set to launch a…
- Entertainment
Inside actor Mammootty’s aka Muhammad Kutty Ismail’s lavish lifestyle
Hyderabad: Mammootty, whose real name is Muhammad Kutty Panaparambil Ismail, is one of the biggest stars in South Indian cinema. With a career that has spanned over 50 years, he has become…
- Entertainment
Another case filed against director Ranjith for sexual assault
Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala police have registered a second sexual assault case against film director Ranjith following a complaint by an aspiring actor. The case was filed in Kozhikode and is the latest development after the release of…
- India
‘Welcome any probe’: Actor Mukesh denies former actress’ allegations
Thiruvananthapuram: A day after former actress Minu Muneer levelled grave allegations of sexual harassment against him, actor-turned-CPI-M legislator Mukesh on Tuesday denied the charges and welcomed a probe into them. Mukesh, who…
- Kerala
Mohanlal resigns as AMMA prez, executive committee disbanded
In the wake of serious allegations of sexual abuse in the Malayalam film industry, the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) leadership panel was disbanded and the organisation’s President and leading actor,…
- Kerala
Malayalam filmmaker Ranjith resigns over misbehaviour charge
Thiruvananthapuram: Malayalam filmmaker Ranjith on Sunday resigned as the chairman of Kerala Chalachitra Academy following allegations of misbehaviour levelled against him by a Bengali actor. The Bengali actress recently alleged that the…
- Kerala
Hema Committee report: Oppn seeks resignation of Kerala culture minister
Kochi: Leader of the Opposition in the Kerala Assembly V D Satheesan on Saturday sought the resignation of state Culture Minister Saji Cherian, alleging that the Left leader was taking sides with…
- India
Female actors face harassment in Malayalam film industry, says report
Thiruvananthapuram: Justice Hema Committee report released on Monday sheds light on the widespread and persistent sexual harassment faced by women in the Malayalam cinema industry, with many alleging they were subjected to…
- Entertainment
Popular Malayalam film director Harikumar passes away
Thiruvananthapuram: Popular Malayalam film director Harikumar passed away at a private hospital here on Monday evening. He was 70. Ailing from cancer, he was under treatment for a while. In a career…
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Mahira Khan to make her South Indian debut: Telugu or Malayalam?
Hyderabad: Actress Mahira Khan, who is not only popular in her homeland Pakistan but also in India and beyond, has captivated audiences with her exceptional acting skills. From her stellar performance in…
