Malayalam film industry

Actors Prayaga, Sreenath Summoned For Questioning Over Hotel Room Encounter With Alleged Gangster Held With Drugs

Actors Sreenath Bhasi and Prayaga Martin were named in a police report involving gangster Om Prakash, who was arrested for drug possession at a hotel party.

Oct 07, 2024, 20:22 PM IST

CPI-M MLA Mukesh Arrested After Questioning In Former Actress Sexual Abuse Case, Later Released

CPI-M legislator and actor Mukesh was arrested after three hours of questioning by the SIT regarding sexual abuse allegations from a former actress, but was later released on bail.

Sep 24, 2024, 15:58 PM IST

Hema Panel Report: Kerala HC Rebukes Vijayan Government For Delay

The Kerala High Court rebuked the state government for failing to act on the 2019 Justice K Hema Committee report on sexual abuse in the Malayalam film industry.

Sep 10, 2024, 18:29 PM IST

Kannada Actress Sanjjanaa Galrani Seeks CM's Support For Women's Panel In Film Industry

Actor Sanjjanaa Galrani meets Karnataka CM and requests set up of women's committee in Kannada film industry.

Sep 05, 2024, 19:01 PM IST

Rima Kallingal Takes Legal Action Against Singer Suchitra, Sends Defamation Notice

Rima Kallingal has sued playback singer Suchitra for defamation over false claims about a drug party at her residence.

Sep 03, 2024, 18:18 PM IST

NCW Seeks Full Hema Committee Report Over Malayalam Film Industry Sex Abuse

The NCW has expressed concern over the 'incomplete' Hema Committee report, highlighting serious issues of harassment and exploitation in the Malayalam film industry.

Sep 01, 2024, 07:47 AM IST

Mollywood MeToo Aftermath: Police Register Case Against Actor Siddique Following Rape Complaint

Mollywood MeToo Aftermath: Kerala Police said that the Special Investigation Team held a meeting at the police headquarters on Tuesday.

Aug 29, 2024, 15:22 PM IST

Mollywood MeToo Aftermath: Kerala Police Registers FIR Against Actor Mukesh M Following Actress Minu Muneer's Complaint

Sexual Harassment Case: Mukesh alleged that Minu Muneer had previously sought financial assistance and attempted to blackmail him. 

Aug 29, 2024, 13:16 PM IST

Mollywood Sexual Harassment Row: AMMA Dissolved, 17 Cases Reported, Actresses Speak Out - All You Need To Know

MOLLYWOOD UNDER SCANNER: The 235-page report, published after redacting the names of witnesses and the accused, noted that the Malayalam film industry is controlled by about 10 to 15 male producers, directors, and actors who dominate and exert control over the industry.

Aug 28, 2024, 13:23 PM IST

Mohanlal Resigns As AMMA President Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations In Malayalam Film Industry, Rising Criticism

Justice Hema Committee Report: The 235-page report, published after redacting the names of witnesses and the accused, notes that the Malayalam film industry is controlled by about 10 to 15 male producers, directors, and actors who dominate and exert control over the industry.

Aug 27, 2024, 15:20 PM IST

Veteran Malayalam Director M Mohan Dies At 76

Esteemed Malayalam filmmaker M Mohan passed away at a hospital in Kochi on Tuesday, marking the end of an era in the Malayalam film industry.

Aug 27, 2024, 13:27 PM IST

Case Charged Against Filmmaker Ranjith; Four Prominent Actors Face Fresh Sexual Abuse Charges

A more well-known actress from the 1990s also came forward on Monday with allegations of misconduct from years ago against a noted filmmaker. 

Aug 26, 2024, 23:04 PM IST

Kerala Govt Forms SIT To Investigate Allegations Of Harassment In Malayalam Film Industry

The Justice Hema Committee report, which was released on August 19, has revealed systemic issues within the Malayalam film industry, particularly concerning the mistreatment of women.

Aug 26, 2024, 00:02 AM IST

Kerala Govt Forms SIT To Investigate Allegations Of Harassment In Malayalam Film Industry

The Justice Hema Committee report, which was released on August 19, has revealed systemic issues within the Malayalam film industry, particularly concerning the mistreatment of women.

Aug 26, 2024, 00:02 AM IST

Ranjith And Siddique Resign As #MeToo Movement Rocks Malayalam Cinema, Oppn Calls For Minister's Resignation

The disclosure of the Hema Committee report, which highlights numerous sexual abuse cases within the Malayalam film industry, has encouraged many female professionals to publicly disclose the harassment.

Aug 25, 2024, 14:00 PM IST

Justice Hema Report: Kerala Opposition Demands Police Probe Into Sexual Exploitation In Malayalam Film Industry

The Hema Committee's 289-page report's opening reads: "The sky is full of mysteries; with the twinkling stars and the beautiful moon. But, scientific investigation revealed that stars do not twinkle nor does the moon look beautiful. The study, therefore, cautions: 'Do not trust what you see, even salt looks like sugar'."

Aug 20, 2024, 15:37 PM IST

Kerala To Place 'Shadow Police' At Movie Sites Amid Drug Abuse Allegations In Malayalam Film Industry

The producers association of Kerala has recently said that two young actors were reportedly using drugs on a regular basis and many other stars were also involved in this.

May 08, 2023, 16:24 PM IST

Popular Malayalam lyricist Poovachal Khader succumbs to COVID

In a career spanning over four decades  Poovachal Khader wrote lyrics for over 400 Malayalam films for 1,500 Malayalam film songs, some of which have turned into immortal hits.

Jun 22, 2021, 11:55 AM IST

Malayalam actor P Balachandran dies aged 69

Balachandran had been undergoing treatment for illness for the past few months. During his over three-decade-long career in the field of creative works, Balachandran wrote scripts for several popular Malayalam movies including 'Uncle Bun', 'Ulladakkam', 'Aganidevan', 'Pavithram' and 'Punaradhivasam.'

Apr 06, 2021, 14:24 PM IST

Entertainment news: Malayalam actors, film technicians urged to charge 50% less due to coronavirus crisis

Around seven Malayalam films which were all set to hit the screens, during Easter and the Ramzan period and about 26 films are stuck in various stages of production.

Apr 23, 2020, 21:15 PM IST