The Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) has, for the first time in its history, elected women to its top leadership roles. Celebrated actress Shwetha Menon has taken charge as President, while Cuckoo Parameswaran has been chosen as General Secretary. Actor Unni Shivapal will serve as Treasurer. The closely watched election saw Shwetha triumph over Read More…
Singapore: A local company has announced a paid holiday for its Tamil employees on August 14 to mark the global release of Superstar Rajinikanth’s much-awaited film Coolie. Alongside the day off, the firm is offering first-day-first-show tickets and a S$30 allowance for food and beverages. The initiative, introduced under the company’s “workers’ welfare and stress Read More…
South India is gearing up for a cinematic storm as Coolie, Rajinikanth’s highly anticipated action thriller directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, hits theaters with early morning fanfare. Advance bookings opened in Kerala on August 8 at 10 AM, with select cinemas offering an exclusive 6 AM First Day First Show (FDFS) on August 14—a treat for Read More…
The 71st National Film Awards were announced today, with top honors going to some of Indian cinema’s biggest names. Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey jointly bagged the Best Actor award, while Rani Mukerji was named Best Actress. Sudipto Sen won Best Director for his controversial yet impactful film The Kerala Story. The Best Feature Read More…
New Delhi – Anticipation is high as the 71st National Film Awards are set to be announced today at 6 PM, honoring the finest Indian cinema certified in 2023. The official jury report will be submitted by 4 PM, paving the way for the evening’s much-awaited revelations. Leading the buzz is Vikrant Massey, widely tipped Read More…
The Supreme Court has refused to cancel the anticipatory bail granted to Malayalam actor Soubin Shahir, his father Babu Shahir, and producer Shaun Antony in a high-profile fraud case linked to the blockbuster film Manjummel Boys. Citing that the matter appeared to be a civil dispute under arbitration, the apex court declined to intervene, prompting Read More…
Kochi: Malayalam actor and producer Soubin Shahir has landed in legal hot water after being arrested by Maradu police on Tuesday in connection with a multi-crore investment fraud linked to the blockbuster film ‘Manjummel Boys’. The arrest came following an intense four-hour interrogation, though Soubin was later released on station bail due to a prior Read More…
Malayalam cinema icon Mohanlal has been honoured as the highest GST-paying actor in Kerala for the fiscal year 2024–25, marking a proud moment for the state’s entertainment industry. The recognition came during the GST Day celebrations held at Tagore Theatre, where State Finance Minister K. N. Balagopal presented the award, lauding the veteran actor’s outstanding Read More…
In a proud moment for Indian cinema, legendary actor Kamal Haasan and versatile star Ayushmann Khurrana have been invited to join the prestigious Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), granting them the right to vote for the 2025 Oscars. Announced on June 26, the Academy’s latest list includes 534 new global invitees, among Read More…
The Kerala Film Producers’ Association (KFPA) has announced a first-of-its-kind initiative mandating all actors and crew members to sign a “No-Drug Affidavit” before starting work on a film. Effective from June 26—coinciding with the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking—this legally binding clause will be part of remuneration contracts. The affidavit includes a Read More…