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Malayalam superstar Mohanlal has given his fans a double treat by announcing his collaboration with two of the most celebrated filmmakers in the industry – Joshiy and Shaji Kailas. The actor, who is currently busy with the shooting of Jeethu Joseph’s ‘12th Man’, will soon join the sets of Joshiy’s film, which is scripted by Chemban Vinod Jose. The untitled project is expected to be a thrilling entertainer that will showcase Mohanlal’s charisma and versatility.

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The news of Mohanlal and Joshiy joining hands was around the corner and fans got excited when film journalist Unni Rajendran confirmed it on his Twitter account. The duo has previously worked together in the 2015 film ‘Lailaa O Lailaa’, which was a commercial success.

As if this was not enough, Unni Rajendran also revealed another exciting news for Mohanlal fans. He tweeted that Mohanlal will be teaming up with Shaji Kailas for another project,...

MollywoodHe hurt his leg, causing a ligament injury, during the shooting of the film 'Vilayath Buddha' in Idukki.Actor Prithviraj was injured in the sets of a Malayalam film in Marayoor of Idukki in Kerala on Sunday, June 25. He hurt his leg, causing a ligament injury, during the shooting of the film Vilayath Buddha. The actor slipped and fell while jumping, hurting his leg, at a bus stand during the shooting of a fight scene. He was at first taken to a nearby hospital in Idukki, and from there, shifted to a private one in Kochi. He is expected to undergo keyhole surgery on Monday. Reports say that he may need to take a break for two to three months after the surgery. Vilayath Buddha is directed by debutant Jayan Nambiar, who worked as an Assistant Director in Prithviraj’s hugely popular film Ayyappanum Koshiyum. The script of...

DeathInnocent was in a critical condition for the past few days and admitted at the Lakeshore Hospital in Kochi, where he passed away on Sunday night.Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, March 27 condoled the death of noted actor Innocent, who passed away a day earlier. The Prime Minister said, "Pained by the passing away of noted actor and former MP Shri Innocent Vareed Thekkethala. He will be remembered for enthralling audiences and filling people's lives with humour. Condolences to his family and admirers. May his soul rest in peace.” Innocent passed away at the age of 75 on Sunday night due to Covid-19 related respiratory issues leading to organ failure and cardiac arrest. Innocent, also a cancer survivor, was in a critical condition for the past few days and admitted at the Lakeshore Hospital in Kochi. A veteran actor of Malayalam films, Innocent essayed roles in over 700 films in a career spanning five decades.

EntertainmentActors Saiju Kurup, Narain, director Shaji Kailas, and producer Badusha attended the private ceremony in Bengaluru on Monday.Instagram/ Chithrasaala WeddingMalayalam actor Rahul Madhav, who recently appeared in several prominent films including Mohanlal starrer 12th Man and Prithviraj’s Kaduva, got married in a private ceremony in Bengaluru on Monday, March 13. Deepashree is the bride. The ceremony was attended by family members and close friends, including those from the industry. Actors Saiju Kurup, Narain, director Shaji Kailas, and producer Badusha were among those in attendance. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chithrasaala Wedding (@chithrasaalaweddingphoto) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chithrasaala Wedding (@chithrasaalaweddingphoto) Soon after the photos from the ceremony were shared online, greetings started to pour in for the new couple. Many celebrities took to social media to extend their wishes. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chithrasaala Wedding (@chithrasaalaweddingphoto...

MollywoodHelmed by Shaji Kailas, the film hit the big screens on July 7.PTIscreengrab/ YouTubeActor Prithviraj Sukumaran's movie Kaduva is set to have its Over-the-top (Ott) premiere on Amazon Prime Video on August 4. The news was announced by the streaming platform on Friday, July 29. The Malayalam action-drama, directed by Shaji Kailas, was theatrically released on July 7 and received positive reviews. Sharing the announcement with fans, Prime video tweeted, “ a tale that will transport you to a 90s rivalry quest. #KaduvaOnPrime, Aug 4 @PrithviOfficial @vivekoberoi.” Speaking about the Ott release, Prithviraj Sukumaran said in a press release that Kaduva is close to his heart and he is looking forward to the digital premiere of the movie. "Malayalam cinema has received so much love from audiences across the globe and I am sure Kaduva' will receive the same love and appreciation upon its release on Prime Video, the 39-year-old actor said in a statement.

OTTThe stakeholders had previously agreed that producers would wait for 42 days after a film’s theatrical release before streaming it on Ott.Tnm StaffDigital NativeThe Film Exhibitors United Organisation of Kerala (Feuok) on Tuesday, July 26 requested that Malayalam films should be streamed on over-the-top (Ott) platforms only after 56 days have passed since their theatrical release. Currently, films are allowed to begin streaming on Ott 42 days after their theatrical release. According to an Indian Express report, the suggestion has been presented by Feuok to the Kerala Film Chamber of Commerce. The report also said that a press conference was held in Kochi by Feuok, where it was said that Malayalam movies have not had a great run at the box office since audiences prefer watching them on Ott platforms where they were streaming without much delay. The Feuok letter urged the film chamber to implement the changes after Onam. The association...

ControversyThe actor said the decision to remove the dialogues was taken on Saturday after he and others involved in the making of the film came to know about the huge backlash on social media over certain dialogues.PTIMalayalam actor Prithviraj Sukumaran on Monday again apologised for certain inappropriate dialogues against persons with disability in his recent film Kaduva and said a version of the movie without the objectionable dialogues has been submitted to the censor board for re-certification that would be sent to the exhibition systems for upload as soon as it is received. The actor, at a press conference held in the state capital, said the decision to remove the dialogues was taken on Saturday after he and others involved in the making of the film came to know about the huge backlash on social media over certain dialogues. To show a print with the inappropriate content removed, the...

Actor Vivek Oberoi has wrapped up shooting for upcoming multilingual film ‘Kaduva’, which stars Prithviraj Sukumaran. Directed by Shaji Kailas, ‘Kaduva’ marks the second collaboration of actors Prithviraj and Vivek, after ‘Lucifer’. Having prepped extensively for the part, Vivek plays a parallel lead in the project. The story reflects a deep conflict between two strong-headed […]...

MollywoodActor Anoop Menon also contributed Rs 1 lakh to the Film Employees Federation of Kerala’s (Fefka) ‘Covid Santhwana Project’.Tnm StaffDigital NativeAmid the second wave of the novel coronavirus in the country, actor and filmmaker Prithviraj Sukumaran contributed Rs 3 lakh to the Film Employees’ Federation of Kerala’s (Fefka) Covid-19 relief fund. Fefka’s General Secretary B Unnikrishnan took to Facebook on Wednesday to thank the actor for his contribution. The union recently announced the ‘Covid Santhwana Project’ to provide aid to members of the 19 unions that fall under Fefka. Many members from the film fraternity are reeling under the impact of the coronavirus pandemic since films had to halt shooting due to lockdown restrictions. The relief scheme aims to extend support to members who have contracted the virus and to those who have been hospitalised after contracting Covid-19. Aid will be provided in the form of financial assistance for Covid-19 patients,...