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Mohanlal's 'Thudarum' selected for the IFFI: 'Thank you for this incredible recognition'
Kerala, Nov 7: Mollywood superstar Mohanlal said, "Thank you for this incredible recognition" as his action thriller "Thudarum" gets officially selected for the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI).
Kerala Minister defends jury over children's film snub as actress Deva Nandha voices disappointment
Thiruvananthapuram, Nov 4: State Minister for Films and Culture Saji Cherian on Tuesday sought to defend the jury's decision not to confer any award on children's films at the 2024 Kerala State Film Awards, even as young child actress Deva Nandha criticised the move.
Kerala all set for road film 'Innocent' release on Nov 7
Thiruvananthapuram Oct 27: The much-anticipated film 'Innocent', starring Althaf Salim in the lead role, has completed production and is set for release on November 7.
CM Vijayan hails Mohanlal's Dadasaheb Phalke honour as golden milestone for Malayalam cinema
Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 4: Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Saturday hailed actor Mohanlal's Dadasaheb Phalke Award as a proud moment for every Malayali and a golden milestone in the history of Malayalam cinema.
e-Ticketing system for Kerala Theatres on the anvil
Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 29: In a major step aimed at modernising Kerala's film industry, the Kerala State Film Development Corporation (KSFDC) and the Digital University of Kerala on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop software for a statewide e-ticketing system for theatres.
Proud achievement for Malayalam cinema and myself: Mohanlal
Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 20: Actor Mohanlal shared his first reaction after being honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023, describing it as a major recognition for himself and a proud achievement for Malayalam cinema.
Shaji Kailas begins filming for 'Varavu' with Joju George
Thiruvananthapuram, Sept 9: Acclaimed filmmaker Shaji Kailas has commenced shooting for his latest action thriller Varavu in the scenic high ranges of Munnar.
Sivaranjini J directorial 'Victoria' becomes India's solo entry at 27th Shanghai International Film Festival, filmmaker shares her journey
Washington DC, June 16: Director Sivaranjini J is thrilled as her debut feature film Victoria has been selected as the sole entry from India at the 27th Shanghai International Film Festival (SIFF) 2025. The film will be screened under the Asian New Talent section of the festival.
Injured actor Shine Tom Chacko to undergo surgery after father's funeral on Monday
Thrissur, June 7: Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko, who was injured when his car crashed with a lorry at Dharmapuri in Tamil Nadu, will need to undergo surgery on his left hand, according to doctors attending on him.
Shine Tom Chacko's father dies in road accident, actor injured
Thrissur, June 6: Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko's father died when a car, in which he was on the way to Bengaluru, crashed with a lorry at Dharmapuri near Salem on Friday.
Mammootty's largesse saves four-year-old child suffering from heart ailment
Malappuram, April 26: Actor Mammootty, known for providing much-needed succour to patients seeking financial assistance, has helped a four-year-old girl suffering from a heart ailment.
My biggest asset, my family: Tovino Thomas
Chennai, April 25: Malayalam actor Tovino Thomas has now penned an adorable post to his parents, who have been together for 42 years, saying he and his siblings learnt from them to be happy with what they had and to dream big when they could.
14-year-old Kerala actor to head Child Jury at 55th Giffoni International Film Festival in Italy
Thiruvananthapuram, April 18: In a rare honour, 14-year-old Sidhanshu Sanjeev Sivan from Kerala has been selected to chair the children's jury at the 55th edition of the Giffoni International Film Festival in Italy.
Even after 24 cuts, 'Empuraan' faces fresh questions from Organiser on Prithviraj and Murali Gopy
Thiruvananthapuram, April 2: Despite undergoing 24 cuts and significant edits, the Mohanlal-starrer Empuraan remains under scrutiny. Two earlier articles in the RSS mouthpiece Organiser had already put the film team on the defensive, prompting the revisions. However, a new article published on Wednesday has raised further concerns, this time questioning director Prithviraj Sukumaran and screenwriter Murali Gopy.
An art form should be seen as an art form: Kerala Minister Saji Cherian on 'L2: Empuraan' row
Thiruvananthapuram, March 31: Kerala Culture and Youth Affairs Minister Saji Cherian spoke about the controversy surrounding Prithviraj Sukumaran's directorial L2: Empuraan and said "an art form should be seen as an art form".
After Mohanlal, RSS mouthpiece targets Prithviraj over 'Empuraan' as producers make cuts
Thiruvananthapuram, March 31: After targeting Mohanlal, RSS-affiliated publication Organiser has now turned its guns on actor-director Prithviraj Sukumaran over his much-anticipated film Empuraan.
We all take responsibility for it...: Mohanlal issues apology, regrets distress to fans over 'Empuraan'
Thiruvananthapuram, March 30: Superstar Mohanlal issued a statement on Sunday, days after the release of 'L2: Empuraan', addressing concerns surrounding the film's political and social themes.
Cinema is a mirror to society, not just a villain: Veteran Kerala actors
Thiruvananthapuram, March 1: Amid rising concerns over the growing involvement of teenagers and youths in criminal activities in Kerala, the influence of cinema has once again become a topic of debate.