Kochi, July 3 ( IANS) A fresh power struggle has erupted in the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA), with former president Shwetha Menon challenging the legitimacy of the newly constituted ad hoc committee and asserting that her executive committee remains in office until fresh elections are held. The development comes less than two weeks after AMMA’s Annual General Body (AGB) meeting on June 21, where Shwetha Menon and the entire executive committee announced their resignation amid …
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Chennai, June 29 (IANS) Celebrating the fact that his blockbuster film ‘Drishyam 3’ had completed 40 days in theatres, Malayalam superstar Mohanlal on Monday called the widely loved franchise, “a legacy that continues with trust”.Taking to his X timeline to register the landmark achievement of the third instalment of the film at the box office, Mohanlal wrote, “A story that began with hope. A legacy that continues with trust. Celebrating 40 remarkable days of Drishyam 3.”The film, which has set …
Mumbai, June 27 (IANS) It has been a year since Vishnu Manchu’s epic devotional drama ‘Kannappa’ reached the audience. Marking the special occasion, Vishnu Manchu penned a heartfelt note on social media, looking back at the fulfilling journey, which he claims ended up testing him in every way possible.He wrote on the photo-sharing app, “One year ago today, Kannappa found its way to all of you. (Red heart emoji) Some films entertain. Some films change you. Kannappa did both for me. It was a jour…
Chennai, June 23 (IANS) Actress Trisha on Tuesday wished Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay a happy birthday and posted a picture of the cake cutting event that had happened on his birthday, a day earlier. Taking to her Instagram page to post a picture of the birthday cakes presented to Vijay on his birthday, Trisha wrote, “To the person who makes it all worth it,HBD 00.00.”The “00.00” in her post, indicated that she had been among the first to wish him on his birthday on June 22, contrary…
Thiruvananthapuram, June 23 (IANS) Kerala has intensified its crackdown on drug networks through ‘Operation Toofan’, with 2,954 cases registered and 3,176 people arrested so far, Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala informed the Assembly on Tuesday.The Minister said the government was aiming to turn the campaign into a mass movement against drug abuse and had launched a wider social mobilisation drive by bringing prominent personalities into the fight.As part of the initiative, Chennithala has b…
Chennai, June 20 (IANS) Tharun Moorthy, the director of actor Mohanlal’s upcoming film ‘Athimanoharam’, on Saturday announced that ‘another perfect schedule’ of the film had been wrapped up. Taking to his Instagram page to make the announcement, the director wrote, “Yet another perfect schedule wrapped up! Through rain, heat, and every challenge along the way, my team has been in terrific form. We’ve said goodbye to so many beautiful locations, and many outstanding actors have successfully com…
Kozhikode, June 20 (IANS) The Kerala government’s anti-drug drive, ‘Operation Toofan: The Narcotic Hunt’, is being expanded into a wider social movement, with Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala announcing plans to bring frontline leaders and respected personalities from all sections of society into the campaign.The initiative, which first roped in superstar Mohanlal as a ‘Toofan Warrior’, is now reaching out to religious, social and community leaders to create a statewide network against narcotics…
Thiruvananthapuram, June 19 (IANS) Actor Mohanlal on Friday welcomed the Kerala Budget 2026-27’s major push for Malayalam cinema, describing the decision to look into the long-standing demand of giving it an industry status as a step that would give the film sector new energy, growth and global opportunities.The government’s film package, announced by Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, in his maiden Budget, states that the government will implement comprehensive projects to develop the Malayalam c…
Chennai, June 10 (IANS) Actress and well known producer Radhika Sarathkumar has now penned a heart-touching tribute to her mentor, ace director Bharathiraja, who passed away in the city on Wednesday after battling age-related ailments. Taking to her Instagram page to pen a heart touching post in Tamil, Radhika said, “There were two people who made me what I am. One was my mother. The other was my guru (teacher) Bharathiraja. In just this one year, I have lost both of them. Words cannot describ…
Kochi, June 7 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday condoled the demise of veteran Malayalam actor Salim Kumar, describing him as a versatile performer whose memorable roles left a lasting impression on Indian cinema. In a condolence message posted on X, the Prime Minister said he was deeply saddened by the actor’s passing.“Deeply saddened by the passing of veteran actor Shri Salim Kumar Ji. Over the course of a distinguished career, he made a mark with his versatility and memorable …