Malayalam: News
12 Sep 2024
Akshay Kumar'Inspired by Vedas and Mahabharata': Priyadarshan teases 'Bhooth Bangla'
After a gap of 14 years, filmmaker Priyadarshan and actor Akshay Kumar are reuniting for the upcoming film Bhooth Bangla.
12 Sep 2024
Clint Eastwood'The Buckingham Murders' to 'Lee': Don't miss these theatrical releases
Film enthusiasts are in for a treat this week as several highly-anticipated movies are set to hit the theaters.
09 Sep 2024
KannurMollywood MeToo: Ranjini reveals famous actor asked for nude photo
In a recent media interaction, television presenter, actor, model, and YouTuber Ranjini Haridas disclosed a disturbing incident. She revealed that a renowned actor had sent her an unsolicited nude photograph.
09 Sep 2024
#MeTooNew book to cover sexual violence cases, including Mollywood horror
The Kerala film industry has been shaken by a wave of #MeToo allegations.
09 Sep 2024
Amitabh Bachchan'Kaantha': Dulquer Salmaan-Rana Daggubati to bring 1950s Madras charm onscreen
The upcoming film Kaantha, featuring Dulquer Salmaan, Bhagyashri Borse, and Samuthirakani in lead roles, was officially launched on Monday.
09 Sep 2024
Malayalam MoviesMollywood's financial crisis: Producers demand an end to dual taxation
The Malayalam film industry is currently grappling with financial challenges.
05 Sep 2024
#MeToo'Groomed me as sex-slave....': Sowmya accuses Tamil director of rape
In the wake of the ongoing Hema Committee report and #MeToo revelations in the Malayalam industry, actor Sujatha, known by her screen name Sowmya, has come forward with alarming allegations.
04 Sep 2024
Hansal MehtaEktaa Kapoor on workplace harassment: 'Need women to run companies'
Producer Ektaa R Kapoor recently addressed the issue of workplace harassment, emphasizing the importance of women holding positions of power in creating safer work environments.
03 Sep 2024
Sexual Harassment'No casting couch in TV': Kamya Punjabi amid Mollywood MeToo
Television actor Kamya Punjabi has claimed that the Hindi TV industry is the "safest" and that there is "no sexual abuse or casting couch."
02 Sep 2024
Kerala High CourtRape case: Malayalam actor Siddique moves HC for anticipatory bail
Malayalam actor Siddique has approached the Kerala High Court, reportedly seeking anticipatory bail in a rape case filed against him.
02 Sep 2024
KeralaAmid Mollywood MeToo, Kerala Congress faces its own 'casting couch'
The Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) or the Kerala unit of the Congress expelled senior leader Simi Rosebell John from its primary membership on Sunday.
01 Sep 2024
MammoottyMammootty supports Hema Committee report, claims 'no powerhouse in cinema'
Malayalam superstar Mammootty has voiced his support for the recommendations made by the Justice Hema Committee, which investigated allegations of sexual harassment and exploitation in the Malayalam film industry.
01 Sep 2024
#MeTooMeToo: Malayalam actor Sajitha was asked to 'adjust' for role
As the #MeToo movement rages on in the Malayalam film industry, another actor has spoken up about her experiences.
31 Aug 2024
KeralaRadikaa Sarathkumar alleges hidden cameras in vanity vans
Tamil actor Radikaa Sarathkumar has claimed that she once discovered hidden cameras in vanity vans while working on a project in Kerala.
30 Aug 2024
Malayalam MoviesMalayalam filmmaker Aashiq Abu quits FEFKA over Hema Committee report
Prominent Malayalam filmmaker Aashiq Abu has announced his resignation from the Film Employees Federation of Kerala (FEFKA) Director's Union.
30 Aug 2024
Indian Penal CodeMeToo: Facing arrest, Jayasurya might not return from New York
Malayalam film actor Jayasurya has been booked in a second sexual assault case within 48 hours, following a new complaint from a female actor.
30 Aug 2024
Indian Penal CodeMalayalam actor Jayasurya faces second FIR over sexual assault allegations
Malayalam actor Jayasurya has been hit with a second First Information Report (FIR) over allegations of sexual misconduct.
29 Aug 2024
Bro DaddyJunior artist alleges 'Bro Daddy' AD raped and blackmailed her
A junior artist from the Malayalam film industry has accused Mansoor Rasheed, the assistant director of the 2022 film Bro Daddy, of sexual assault and blackmail.
29 Aug 2024
BengaluruMollywood MeToo: Aspiring actor claims Ranjith assaulted him in hotel
In a shocking development, Malayalam film director Ranjith has been accused of sexual abuse by a man from Kerala.
29 Aug 2024
KeralaWhat's next for Prithviraj Sukumaran? Thriller 'Nobody' with Nissam Basheer
Acclaimed Malayalam actor Prithviraj Sukumaran and director Nissam Basheer are joining forces for an upcoming project which is now titled Nobody.
29 Aug 2024
Domestic ViolenceWhen Mukesh's ex-wife claimed he kicked her while pregnant
As actor and CPI(M) MLA Mukesh faces serious allegations of sexual misconduct, his ex-wife Saritha's old statements have resurfaced.
28 Aug 2024
#MeToo17 cases registered till now in Mollywood MeToo wave
The #MeToo movement has hit the Malayalam film industry, with 17 cases being registered so far.
28 Aug 2024
#MeToo'Should've spoken earlier...': Khushbu Sundar addresses childhood abuse by father
Actor and politician Khushbu Sundar recently made a shocking revelation, claiming that she was sexually abused by her father when she was just eight years old.
27 Aug 2024
KeralaSexual-harassment scandal: Suresh Gopi avoids Mukesh questions, pushes reporters aside
Union Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas and Tourism, Suresh Gopi, has stirred controversy by refusing to comment on BJP's stance against his opinions regarding the sexual misconduct allegations against his colleague, Mukesh.
27 Aug 2024
MohanlalMohanlal quietly resigns from Malayalam film body amid misconduct scandal
In a significant development, actor and producer Mohanlal has resigned from his position as the president of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA).
27 Aug 2024
Kolkata'Sex thirst...sugar-coated brothels': Actor Ritabhari's revelations expose Bengali industry
Bengali actor Ritabhari Chakraborty has taken to social media to highlight the issue of sexual misconduct in the Bengali film industry.
26 Aug 2024
Sexual HarassmentSridevika accuses Thulasidas of misconduct on 'Avan Chandiyude Makan' set
Actor Sridevika has accused Malayalam filmmaker Thulasidas of inappropriate behavior during the filming of Avan Chandiyude Makan (2006).
26 Aug 2024
MohanlalThilakan rips into Mohanlal for silence amid sexual misconduct claims
Malayalam actor Shammy Thilakan has criticized superstar Mohanlal for his silence over the sexual misconduct allegations against renowned actor Siddique and filmmaker Ranjith.
26 Aug 2024
Chennai4 prominent Malayalam actors face fresh sexual harassment allegations
Actor Minu Muneer has accused several actors, including a two-time CPI(M) MLA, of sexual misconduct.
26 Aug 2024
Bollywood'Kurup' director to explore conman Dhani's life in Bollywood debut
Acclaimed Malayalam filmmaker Srinath Rajendran is all set to make his Bollywood debut with a biographical crime thriller based on the life of notorious conman Dhani Ram Mittal.
26 Aug 2024
BollywoodMaharashtra may form committee to probe casting couch in Bollywood
Following the recent revelations of the Justice Hema Committee report on sexual harassment in the Malayalam film industry, the Maharashtra government is reportedly considering setting up a similar committee, reported Bollywood Hungama.
26 Aug 2024
KeralaSiddique files complaint against Revathy Sampath over sexual assault allegations
Malayalam actor Siddique has lodged a police complaint against actor Revathy Sampath, who recently accused him of sexual misconduct, reported ANI.
25 Aug 2024
MohanlalSiddique quits Association of Malayalam Movie Artists following assault allegations
Prominent Malayalam actor Siddique has stepped down from his role as the general secretary of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA).
23 Aug 2024
ThiruvananthapuramMalayalam actor Nirmal Benny (37) dies due to heart attack
Malayalam film industry is mourning the untimely demise of actor Nirmal Benny, who passed away on Friday at the age of 37.
20 Aug 2024
KeralaWill implement Hema Committee recommendations on women's safety soon: Minister
The K Hema Committee report, which highlights the issues faced by women in the Malayalam film industry, was officially released on Monday, five years after it was submitted to the Kerala government.
19 Aug 2024
AR Rahman'Aadujeevitham' director Blessy addresses Kerala State Film Awards controversy
Blessy, the director of the acclaimed Malayalam film Aadujeevitham, has responded to criticism regarding the movie's recognition at the Kerala State Film Awards 2024.
19 Aug 2024
MohanlalUpdate: Mohanlal's health improving after hospitalization due to breathing issues
Malayalam superstar Mohanlal worried fans when news broke that he had been admitted to a hospital due to a suspected viral respiratory infection, as per a statement released by the medical facility.
12 Aug 2024
Anurag KashyapAnurag Kashyap, GV Prakash collaborate for 8-part thriller series: Report
Renowned filmmaker Anurag Kashyap and musician-actor GV Prakash Kumar are reportedly in discussions to collaborate on an eight-part thriller web series.
08 Aug 2024
GermanyMohanlal's directorial 'Barroz' copied? September release uncertain
The upcoming Malayalam film, Barroz - The Guardian of D'Gama's Treasure, directed by Mohanlal, has been hit with a copyright infringement claim.
05 Aug 2024
Bengaluru'Kalki 2898 AD' registers solid haul even on Day 39
Prabhas's Kalki 2898 AD, continues to perform strongly at the box office, amassing an estimated ₹639.7cr India net in its first 39 days.
04 Aug 2024
Keerthy SureshFilmfare Awards South: Nani, Siddharth, Mammootty among winners
The 69th SOBHA Filmfare Awards South, a prestigious event celebrating the best of Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada cinema from the past year, took place in Hyderabad on Saturday.
29 Jul 2024
MammoottyMammootty's 'Bazooka' September release delayed due to unfinished filming: Report
The highly anticipated thriller Bazooka, starring superstar Mammootty and directed by Deeno Dennis, has encountered a delay in its scheduled Onam 2024 release, reported OTTplay.
16 Jul 2024
Deepika Padukone'Kalki 2898 AD' continues strong run, closes in on 'Jawan'
The blockbuster film Kalki 2898 AD, featuring Prabhas and Deepika Padukone, continues to attract large audiences into its third week.
14 Jul 2024
KochiTrailer release date revealed for Mohanlal-Mammootty-Fahadh Faasil's Vasudevan Nair anthology
The much-awaited anthology series based on the works of Jnanpith Award-winning writer MT Vasudevan Nair, titled Manorathangal, is set to have its trailer launched.
14 Jul 2024
Dharma Productions'Kill': Two Telugu A-listers battle for dacoit drama remake rights!
The Bollywood film Kill, starring actors Lakshya and Raghav Juyal, has become a surprise hit, earning ₹11cr in its first week.
14 Jul 2024
Box OfficePrithviraj Sukumaran's 'The Goat Life' to debut on Netflix soon
Prithviraj Sukumaran's hit film, The Goat Life, is set for a Netflix release on July 19.
09 Jul 2024
Amitabh Bachchan'Kalki 2898 AD' sees sharp decline in box office collection
The science fiction film Kalki 2898 AD, featuring Prabhas and Deepika Padukone, witnessed a significant drop of over 74.41% in its box office collection on the second Monday, as reported by industry tracker Sacnilk.
27 Jun 2024
KochiMalayalam actor Siddique's son Rasheen (37) dies of respiratory failure
Veteran Malayalam actor Siddique is mourning the death of his elder son, Rasheen, who passed away on Thursday, June 27.
27 Jun 2024
Deepika Padukone'Kalki 2898 AD' Hindi looking at ₹20+cr Day 1 opening
The much-awaited film Kalki 2898 AD, directed by Nag Ashwin and starring a host of celebrities including Deepika Padukone, Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani, has finally been released.
25 Jun 2024
Mrunal Thakur'The Family Star's Hindi version to stream on JioCinema
The Family Star, featuring Vijay Deverakonda and Mrunal Thakur, is currently available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video in Tamil and Telugu.
24 Jun 2024
Prithviraj SukumaranPrithviraj Sukumaran's 'Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil' set to stream on Disney+ Hotstar
Following a successful theatrical run, Prithviraj Sukumaran starrer Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil is gearing up for an OTT release on Disney+ Hotstar.
09 Jun 2024
Fahadh FaasilFahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban's next film now titled 'Bougainvillea'
Acclaimed cinematographer and filmmaker, Amal Neerad, has announced his latest project titled Bougainvillea, two years after the success of his gangster action film Bheeshma Parvam.
08 Jun 2024
Fahadh FaasilFahadh Faasil-Kunchacko shine in explosive posters for Amal Neerad's next
Fahadh Faasil and Kunchacko Boban are set to star in a new Malayalam movie directed by Amal Neerad.
29 May 2024
Malayalam MoviesMalayalam director Omar Lulu calls rape accusations a 'money-driven' scheme
Malayalam film director Omar Lulu, celebrated for his romantic comedy Oru Adaar Love (2019), has been accused of rape and is currently under investigation by the Kerala Police.
23 May 2024
Box Office'Aranmanai 4' breaks box office records, grosses ₹100 crore
Aranmanai 4, a Tamil horror-comedy directed by Sundar C, has set new records at the Kollywood box office.
17 May 2024
Cannes Film FestivalMalayalam film 'Vadakkan' debuts at Cannes Film Festival
The Malayalam film, Vadakkan, is set to debut at the esteemed Cannes Film Festival's Marché du Film Fantastic Pavilion.
14 May 2024
Tovino ThomasWhat is the 'Vazhakk' issue? Tovino Thomas versus Sasidharan explained
A disagreement has arisen between Malayalam film director Sanal Kumar Sasidharan and actor Tovino Thomas regarding the release of their movie, Vazhakk (2022).
11 May 2024
MohanlalOnam season may witness clash of Tovino Thomas, Mohanlal's films
The upcoming Onam season in September promises excitement for Malayalam Cinema as two highly-anticipated period dramas are eyeing to release on the same day.
10 May 2024
Kerala'Aavesham' nears ₹100 crore despite OTT release
The Malayalam film Aavesham has nearly reached the ₹100 crore mark, grossing approximately ₹99.5 crore in its four-week run at the Indian box office.
07 May 2024
Fahadh Faasil'Aavesham' set for Prime Video premiere after box office success
The Malayalam film industry, currently experiencing a golden age, has another reason to celebrate as Fahadh Faasil's action drama Aavesham prepares for its debut on OTT.
05 May 2024
Tovino ThomasTovino Thomas's 'Nadikar' earns over ₹2cr in first two days
The Malayalam comedy-drama, Nadikar, starring Tovino Thomas entered theaters with high anticipation but unfortunately, it hasn't been sailing smoothly.
30 Apr 2024
Fahadh Faasil'Aavesham' box office: ₹125cr worldwide mark surpassed on Day 19
Fahadh Faasil's latest Malayalam film, Aavesham, directed by Jithu Madhavan, continues to captivate audiences and dominate the box office.
24 Apr 2024
Malayalam MoviesLegal trouble for 'Manjummel Boys' producers; booked on cheating charges
The makers of the popular Malayalam film Manjummel Boys are facing legal action, accused of cheating by the Kerala Police.
22 Apr 2024
MohanlalMohanlal and Shobana's 'L360' starts rolling; superstar shares photos
Malayalam cinema's beloved duo, Mohanlal and Shobana, are set to share the screen once again in director Tharun Moorthy's upcoming film, tentatively titled L360.
21 Apr 2024
Prithviraj SukumaranPrithviraj Sukumaran's 'Aadujeevitham' hits ₹150cr global box office milestone
The Malayalam survival drama, Aadujeevitham: The Goat Life, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and directed by Blessy, has surpassed the ₹150cr mark in global collections on its 25th day (Sunday), reportedly.
16 Apr 2024
Padma ShriPadma Shri Carnatic musician KG Jayan dies at 89
KG Jayan, a celebrated figure in the world of Carnatic music, reportedly died early Tuesday morning. He was 89.
10 Apr 2024
ThiruvananthapuramRenowned Malayalam film producer Gandhimathi Balan dies at 66
Gandhimathi Balan, a celebrated producer in the Malayalam film industry, passed away on Wednesday in Thiruvananthapuram at the age of 66.
02 Apr 2024
OTT releasesOTT: Malayalam film 'Premalu' to stream on Disney+ Hotstar
The Malayalam film industry started 2024 with the successful romantic comedy-drama Premalu, starring Mamitha Baiju and Naslen.
31 Mar 2024
Malayalam Movies'Aattam' director envisions Malayalam cinema on par with Iranian-Korean films
The Malayalam film industry, known for its high-quality cinema production on modest budgets, has reached another milestone with the release of the critically acclaimed movie Aattam (2023).
24 Mar 2024
Malayalam Movies'Malayalee From India's song 'Krishna' mocks age disparity in cinema
The soon-to-be-released Malayalam movie Malayalee From India, directed by Dijo Jose Antony, dropped a fresh song named Krishna on Sunday.
18 Mar 2024
TrivandrumArundhathi Nair on ventilator after road accident, confirms sister
Arundhathi Nair, a celebrated figure in the Tamil and Malayalam cinema, was gravely injured in a motorcycle accident last week (March 14).
14 Mar 2024
RajamouliSS Rajamouli praises Malayalam industry for producing 'better actors'
Acclaimed director SS Rajamouli recently attended the Telugu launch event for the Naslen K Gafoor starrer Premalu, where he shared his admiration for the Malayalam film industry.
09 Mar 2024
Prithviraj Sukumaran'The Goat Life' trailer features Prithviraj Sukumaran's mesmerizing desert odyssey
After months of anticipation, the official trailer for The Goat Life (titled Aadujeevitham in Malayalam) has finally been released!
25 Feb 2024
Box OfficeBox office: Mammootty's 'Bramayugam' crosses Rs. 20cr mark in India
Mammootty's period horror flick Bramayugam has been garnering praise from both viewers and critics since its global premiere on February 15.
04 Feb 2024
Happy Birthday'Ritu' to '2018': Malayalam actor Asif Ali's notable films
Malayalam actor-producer Asif Ali stepped into showbiz in 2009 with Ritu, where he played a landmark gay character.
22 Jan 2024
Ram MandirConsecration ceremony: Malayalam celebrities face criticism over Constitution Preamble posts
Many prominent Indian celebrities gathered in Ayodhya to attend the historic Ram Mandir consecration ceremony on Monday.
