Malayalam: News

24 Apr 2025

Australia

Another actor accuses Malayalam star Shine Tom Chacko of misconduct 

Further allegations of misconduct have emerged against Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko, this time from debut actor Aparna Johnson.

18 Apr 2025

Kochi

Where's Shine Tom Chacko? Actor's phone traced to Tamil Nadu

The mystery of Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko's disappearance only gets murkier as his last mobile signal was traced to Tamil Nadu.

17 Apr 2025

Kochi

Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko flees police raid, manhunt on

Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko reportedly escaped the police during a raid at a luxury hotel in Kochi on Wednesday night.

09 Apr 2025

Mohanlal

Everything we know about Mohanlal's upcoming film 'Thudarum'

Malayalam cinema's favorite superstar, Mohanlal, recently announced that his upcoming release Thudarum will hit the screens on April 25.

08 Apr 2025

Box Office

Mohanlal-Prithviraj's 'L2: Empuraan' remains strong; crosses ₹100cr mark in India

Directed by Prithviraj Sukumaran, with Mohanlal in the lead, the Malayalam film L2: Empuraan has crossed the ₹100 crore milestone in India.

04 Apr 2025

Chennai

Veteran Tamil-Malayalam actor Ravikumar Menon dies at 71

Veteran Tamil and Malayalam actor, Ravikumar Menon, who starred in films such as Avargal and Ullaasa Yaathra, has passed away. He was 71.

ED raids offices linked to 'L2: Empuraan' producer 

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has conducted a series of raids on the Tamil Nadu and Kerala offices linked to Gokulam Gopalan, a prominent businessman and film producer.

02 Apr 2025

Box Office

'L2: Empuraan' becomes highest-grossing Malayalam film, beats 'Manjummel Boys' 

The Malayalam film industry has found a new box office champion in Prithviraj Sukumaran's L2: Empuraan. The film has reportedly set a new record as the highest-grossing Malayalam film ever, amassing ₹250cr worldwide.

'L2: Empuraan' is on fire! Mohanlal-Prithviraj's film eyes ₹250cr

Mohanlal and Prithviraj Sukumaran's latest venture, L2: Empuraan, is on a roll!

31 Mar 2025

Mohanlal

Prithviraj's mother defends son amid 'Empuraan' controversy

Actor and Prithviraj Sukumaran's mother, Mallika Sukumaran, has defended her son as the controversy around L2: Empuraan rages on.

28 Mar 2025

Box Office

'L2: Empuraan' smashes records with ₹22 crore opening day collection 

The much-hyped film L2: Empuraan, starring Mohanlal and Prithviraj Sukumaran, has broken box office records on its first day.

27 Mar 2025

Javed Akhtar

Mohanlal defends praying for Mammootty at temple amid criticism 

The Malayalam film industry is now tangled in a controversy after actor Mohanlal offered prayers at the Sabarimala temple for his friend and fellow actor Mammootty.

27 Mar 2025

Kerala

Mohanlal-Prithviraj Sukumaran's 'L2: Empuraan' sequel gets title, 'L3: The Beginning'

The last part of Mohanlal's Lucifer franchise and the sequel to L2: Empuraan, L3: The Beginning, was officially announced on Thursday.

26 Mar 2025

Mohanlal

'Thudarum' trailer: Iconic duo Mohanlal-Shobana reunite in gripping crime drama

The much-awaited trailer of the Malayalam film Thudarum was dropped on Wednesday, starring the iconic actors Mohanlal and Shobana.

24 Mar 2025

Mohanlal

Mohanlal fever: Bengaluru college grants holiday for 'L2: Empuraan'

In a quirky move, a college in Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Bengaluru, has declared a holiday on Thursday to celebrate the release of Malayalam film star Mohanlal's new movie.

18 Mar 2025

AR Rahman

'Baahubali's Malayalam dialogue writer Mankombu Gopalakrishnan dies at 78

Celebrated Malayalam lyricist, screenwriter, and dialogue writer Mankombu Gopalakrishnan passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025. He was 78.

15 Mar 2025

Netflix

Kunchacko Boban-Priyamani's 'Officer on Duty' locks premiere date on Netflix

The Malayalam action thriller, Officer On Duty, starring Kunchacko Boban and Priyamani, is all set to premiere on Netflix on March 20, the streamer announced on Saturday.

27 Feb 2025

Andhra Pradesh

Raashii calls Bollywood unoriginal 

In a recent chat with Zoom, actor Raashii Khanna revealed she was surprised when she realized most Bollywood hits were South Indian remakes.

26 Feb 2025

Akshay Kumar

Dharma Productions teams up with 'Marco' director for action thriller 

Dharma Productions has announced a collaboration with acclaimed Malayalam filmmaker Haneef Adeni. Known for his recent commercial and critical success, Marco, Adeni will be directing a high-impact action film under the Dharma banner.

26 Feb 2025

Manju Warrier

'L2: Empuraan': Prithviraj Sukumaran teases 'complex, coherent' narrative

Actor-director Prithviraj Sukumaran recently unveiled his character Zayed Masood from the upcoming Malayalam film L2: Empuraan.

25 Feb 2025

Box Office

Kerala film producers call for strike, AMMA refuses to participate

The Kerala Film Producers's Association (KFPA) has reportedly called for a one-day token strike in Kochi, demanding a slew of changes including a cut in actors' fees.

24 Feb 2025

Anurag Kashyap

Anurag Kashyap to present Hindi version of Malayalam thriller 'Footage'

Acclaimed filmmaker Anurag Kashyap is all set to present the Hindi adaptation of the Malayalam thriller Footage.

21 Feb 2025

Prabhu Deva

Tamil actor walks out of Prabhu Deva's concert alleging discrimination

Tamil actor Srushti Dange has taken to social media to announce that she has pulled out of an upcoming concert featuring legendary dancer-actor Prabhu Deva.

21 Feb 2025

Telugu Films

Why Unni Mukundan has 'no-kissing,' 'no-intimacy' rule in films

Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan, who is known for his role in the A-certified film Marco, recently revealed his "no-kissing, no-intimacy" policy for films.

20 Feb 2025

Mohanlal

'Drishyam 3' confirmed! Mohanlal, Jeethu Joseph reunite

Malayalam cinema's superstar, Mohanlal, has confirmed his collaboration with director Jeethu Joseph for the third installment of the successful Drishyam franchise.

19 Feb 2025

Mohanlal

Mohanlal to star in Anoop Menon's next directorial venture

Malayalam cinema icon, Mohanlal, has announced his next film project for 2025. The yet-to-be-titled movie is written and directed by actor-filmmaker Anoop Menon.

07 Feb 2025

Mammootty

'Bazooka': Mammootty's action thriller gets release date; poster unveiled

The upcoming Malayalam action thriller, Bazooka, has got fans excited with the release of a new poster and its release date on Friday.

07 Feb 2025

Cannes Film Festival

Malayalam film 'Vadakkan' gets India's first-ever audio trailer

The makers of Vadakkan, a Malayalam paranormal thriller film, have released India's first-ever audio trailer. The unique promotional strategy was released on social media on Thursday.

02 Feb 2025

Sexual Assault

Kerala: Chargesheet filed against actor-politician Mukesh in sexual assault case

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has filed a chargesheet against Malayalam actor and CPI(M) MLA M Mukesh, accusing him of sexual assault.

31 Jan 2025

SonyLIV

When, where to watch Unni Mukundan's gore-fest 'Marco'

The makers of Unni Mukundan's latest film, Marco, have announced that the movie will start streaming on SonyLIV from February 14.

28 Jan 2025

Padma Shri

'Manichitrathazhu' to Padma Bhushan: Inspiring journey of Shobana

Shobana Chandrakumar Pillai or simply Shobana is an inspiration for many.

25 Jan 2025

Bollywood

'Marco' star Unni Mukundan preparing for Bollywood debut? Actor reveals

Unni Mukundan, the lead actor of the Malayalam action film Marco, recently opened up about the movie's surprise success in an interview with Hindustan Times.

14 Jan 2025

Kerala High Court

Businessman Boby Chemmanur gets bail in Honey Rose's harassment case

The Kerala High Court has granted bail to businessman Boby Chemmanur, accused of sexual harassment by Malayalam actor Honey Rose.

09 Jan 2025

Sexual Assault

Businessman Boby Chemmanur denied bail in Honey Rose harassment case

Business tycoon Boby Chemmanur has been sent to 14 days of judicial custody by the Ernakulam First Class Judicial Magistrate Court following a sexual harassment complaint filed by actor Honey Rose.

07 Jan 2025

Malayalam Movies

AMMA supports Honey Rose after backing controversial actors Mukesh, Baburaj

The Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) has extended support to actor Honey Rose after she complained of being harassed.

07 Jan 2025

Malayalam Movies

300-liter of 'sugar-like' blood used in the making of 'Marco'

Unni Mukundan's latest release Marco has been hailed as India's most graphic production yet.

04 Jan 2025

Disney+ Hotstar

Why Vincy Aloshious turned down 'All We Imagine as Light'

Renowned Malayalam actor Vincy Aloshious recently disclosed that she was offered a role in All We Imagine as Light but turned it down.

02 Jan 2025

Malayalam Movies

'Manjummel Boys' meets 'Aavesham': Talents unite for new Malayalam project

In a major collaboration, India's KVN Productions and Thespian Films have announced an untitled Malayalam-language feature film.

01 Jan 2025

Ajay Devgn

Mohanlal discusses 'Drishyam 3': Is crossover with Ajay Devgn coming

Mohanlal recently spoke about the possibility of a crossover between the Malayalam and Hindi versions of the Drishyam franchise.

31 Dec 2024

Mohanlal

Made on ₹150cr, 'Barroz' might be Malayalam cinema's costliest flop

Mohanlal's directorial debut, Barroz, has been termed a "below-average grosser" at the box office.