Bengaluru: The highly anticipated film Thug Life, starring Kamal Haasan and directed by Mani Ratnam, has hit a roadblock in Karnataka. The Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) has officially banned the film’s release in the state, citing the actor’s controversial remarks about the Kannada language. During a promotional event, Kamal Haasan sparked outrage by Read More…
Thrissur: The historic Ragam Theatre—long a cultural landmark in the heart of Thrissur—has officially come under the ownership of Bharat Lejan Multi-State Housing Cooperative Society (BLM). Backed by a High Court ruling, BLM successfully installed its board and inaugurated its office at the venue, signaling a new chapter in the theatre’s legacy. The board installation Read More…
Kochi: Popular Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan is facing serious allegations after his longtime manager accused him of physical assault. The complaint, filed at the InfoPark Police Station, claims the actor attacked him at a DLF apartment in Kochi. According to the complaint, tensions flared after Unni Mukundan’s latest film Get Set Baby underperformed. The manager Read More…
Jaipur – As tensions between India and Pakistan simmer, a group of Jaipur sweet shop owners stirred controversy by renaming beloved Indian delicacies such as Mysore Pak, Gond Pak, and Moti Pak, adding the prefix “Shree” to their names. But the move has met with strong opposition from none other than a direct descendant of Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: On his 65th birthday, legendary Malayalam actor Mohanlal gave his fans the ultimate gift — the announcement of his official biography, titled “Mukharagam”, chronicling his extraordinary 47-year journey in cinema. Authored by Bhanuprakash and published by Mathrubhumi Books, the biography features a foreword by iconic writer M. T. Vasudevan Nair. Mohanlal shared the news Read More…
London: Making literary history, acclaimed Kannada author and social activist Banu Mushtaq has won the International Booker Prize for her moving short story collection “Heart Lamp”, a bold and intimate portrayal of life within the South Asian Muslim community. The book was translated from Kannada to English by journalist and writer Deepa Bhasthi, who will Read More…
A rap concert by Kerala artist Vedan descended into chaos on Sunday evening, May 18, when a massive crowd surge at Kotta Maithanam in Palakkad left at least 15 fans injured. The event, part of the Kerala government’s fourth anniversary celebrations, saw gates shut by 6:00 PM due to overwhelming attendance. However, with the show Read More…
Veteran actress and political leader Gautami has approached the Chennai Police Commissioner, claiming that her life is in danger due to escalating threats linked to a high-value property dispute. In a formal petition, she appealed for immediate police protection, citing serious concerns for her safety. According to Gautami, a man identified as Alagappan has illegally Read More…
The re-release of Chotta Mumbai, the cult classic starring Mohanlal and directed by Anwar Rasheed, has been postponed to June. Originally scheduled to return to theatres on May 21 in a 4K Dolby Atmos version, the release has now been rescheduled, confirmed producer Maniyanpilla Raju through social media. The decision comes in light of the Read More…
Mohanlal has once again proven his box office dominance with his latest blockbuster Thudarum, which has now officially become the highest-grossing Malayalam film in Kerala, overtaking the record previously held by L2: Empuraan. As of May 10, 2025, Thudarum has grossed an impressive ₹83 crore in Kerala, surpassing Empuraan‘s local collection of ₹86.35 crore. This Read More…