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Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan launched the state's first Film Policy Conclave, featuring industry heavyweights like Mohanlal. Key discussions revolved around workplace safety, defined working hours, and legal safeguards against online hate. State Minister Saji Cherian emphasized the need for balanced grievance redressal systems and stricter policy enforcement. The conclave also addressed public concerns like high theatre food prices and festival film selection processes.

Key Points: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan Inaugurates Film Policy Conclave with Mohanlal

  • Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurates first-ever Film Policy Conclave
  • Mohanlal joins discussions on industry reforms
  • Panels address work hours, online hate, and job security
  • Calls for gender-balanced grievance cells and festival jury
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Kerala Film Policy Conclave Day 1: Discussions on inclusivity, work load, online hate and more take centrestage

Kerala's first Film Policy Conclave addresses inclusivity, work conditions, and online hate with CM Pinarayi Vijayan and Mohanlal leading discussions.

"The entire film industry should not be seen as problematic. The issues we witness are isolated incidents. – Saji Cherian"

Thiruvananthapuram, August 3

In a first-of-its-kind initiative, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the Kerala Film Policy Conclave in Thiruvananthapuram on Saturday, August 2.

Several leading voices from the Malayalam film industry came forward to take part in the conclave, including superstar Mohanlal.

The first day of the event saw key discussions on the issues in the industry, focused on promoting inclusivity, safety, employment laws, working hours, legal safeguards and much more.

State minister Saji Cherian, who was also present at the event, spoke to the media and shared details about the discussions at the conclave.

Cherian noted that the first day of the Kerala Film Policy Conclave concluded successfully with the participation of many prominent personalities and five panels.

Some of the key issues that were actively discussed during the conclave were on "defined working hours, employment laws, work overload, and job security. There was also a strong suggestion that both male and female representatives must be present in grievance redressal cells. Discussions at the conclave strongly raised the demand for legal safeguards against online hate and cyberattacks. There was also a call to form a state-level jury for selecting films for various film festivals."

Cherian also spoke about a public demand to reduce the cost of food items sold in theatres.

"The entire film industry should not be seen as problematic. The issues we witness are isolated incidents. Once the policy framework is in place, stricter measures will be adopted wherever necessary," he added.

The Kerala Chief Minister also shared an update from the conclave, stating that the initiative marked a significant step in shaping the future of Malayalam cinema.

https://x.com/pinarayivijayan/status/1951644829252722983

Speaking at the event, the CM reiterated his thoughts on the 71st National Film Awards, calling out the recognition of Adah Sharma's 'The Kerala Story.'

The film received the Best Director and Best Cinematographer awards.

- ANI

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Priya S
As a woman working in the industry, I'm so happy to see discussions about gender representation in grievance cells. The online hate part is also crucial - female actors face so much trolling just for expressing opinions. Kerala leading the way again! 💪
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Rahul R
While the initiatives are good, I hope this doesn't become another bureaucratic exercise. Malayalam cinema needs practical solutions, not just policies on paper. The food prices in theaters point is valid though - why pay ₹200 for a small popcorn? 😅
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Sarah B
Interesting to see Kerala taking the lead in film industry reforms. The discussion on legal safeguards against online hate is particularly relevant globally. Hope other Indian states follow this model for their regional cinema industries too.
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Mohan K
The CM bringing up 'The Kerala Story' awards was unnecessary. This conclave should focus on worker welfare, not political statements. Let's keep cinema and politics separate for once!
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Divya L
As an aspiring filmmaker, I'm excited about the state-level jury proposal for film festivals. Currently it's so difficult for new talents to get recognition. More transparency in selections will help discover fresh voices in Malayalam cinema 🌟

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