News for 'Malayalam cinema'

Bromance Review: Mindless, Loud Comedy That Entertains

Bromance Review: Mindless, Loud Comedy That Entertains

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Bromance is a fun film that doesn't take itself too seriously, observes Arjun Menon.

Kerala govt to appeal Dileep's acquittal in actress assault case

Kerala govt to appeal Dileep's acquittal in actress assault case

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Kerala government announces its decision to appeal against the acquittal of Malayalam actor Dileep in the actress assault case, citing incomplete justice for the survivor. The court found six others guilty. The decision follows reactions from political leaders, film industry figures, and the public.

Bengali actor accuses Malayalam director of misbehaving

Bengali actor accuses Malayalam director of misbehaving

Rediff.com24 Aug 2024

Ranjith has reportedly rejected Bengali actor Sreelekha Mitra's charge and said he was the "real victim" in the case.

Mohanlal's Message To Pushpa 2 Lovers

Mohanlal's Message To Pushpa 2 Lovers

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

'My simple prayer is that...'

Mahima Nambiar Is So Adorable!

Mahima Nambiar Is So Adorable!

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Mahima Nambiar is all about bringing joy and sparkle wherever she goes.

Rishab Shetty Returns With Kantara Chapter 1

Rishab Shetty Returns With Kantara Chapter 1

Rediff.com22 Sep 2025

Kantara Chapter 1 is scheduled for a worldwide release on October 2, in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali and English.

MeToo in Mollywood: Mohanlal breaks silence, says he can't...

MeToo in Mollywood: Mohanlal breaks silence, says he can't...

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

Top actor Mohanlal on Saturday broke his silence over the shocking revelations in the Justice Hema Committee report which has shaken the Malayalam film industry, and said the entire industry is answerable to the questions raised but the actors' association is targeted and blamed for everything.

Raha's Birthday Present for Papa Ranbir

Raha's Birthday Present for Papa Ranbir

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'I spent the entire day with Alia and Raha and just did nothing.'

2024: The Best South Films

2024: The Best South Films

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Arjun Menon looks at the Top 10 South films that made an impact in 2024.

SIT files chargesheet against Kerala actor-MLA in sexual assault case

SIT files chargesheet against Kerala actor-MLA in sexual assault case

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

The chargesheet filed at the Ernakulam judicial magistrate court claims that there is digital evidence against Mukesh in the case.

L2: Empuraan: The Aamir Khan Connection

L2: Empuraan: The Aamir Khan Connection

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

'Aamir messaged me asking me, 'Is my sister good in the film?' I said, 'Sir, she is a lot better than good.' Mayur Sanap, Hitesh Harisinghani and Afsar Dayatar report from the trailer launch of L2: Empuraan.

'Fans Threaten Me And Say...'

'Fans Threaten Me And Say...'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

'...and say that if I don't wear a sari, they will unfollow me.' 'Today, if I have 2.9 million followers on Instagram, out of that, the majority is from the South.' 'Telugu has given me the most fame and money.'

Probe report blows lid off sexual harassment in Mollywood

Probe report blows lid off sexual harassment in Mollywood

Rediff.com19 Aug 2024

The much-awaited report of the Justice Hema Committee, the government-appointed panel in 2019 that studied issues faced by women in the Malayalam film industry, comprises explosive accounts of harassment, exploitation, and ill-treatment being faced by women.

The Thilakan Interview: Malayalam superstars are insecure

The Thilakan Interview: Malayalam superstars are insecure

Rediff.com25 Sep 2012

Malayalam actor Thilakan talks about the controversies that surround his life, in an interview published in January 2008.

Mammootty, Mohanlal, Fahadh Want To Tell Stories

Mammootty, Mohanlal, Fahadh Want To Tell Stories

Rediff.com17 Jul 2024

Arjun Menon gives us a preview of what the Manorathangal series will offer us.

At 59, Shah Rukh Wins 1st National Award

At 59, Shah Rukh Wins 1st National Award

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

Shah Rukh Khan won his first National Film Award for best actor for Jawan, sharing the honour with Vikrant Massey for 12th Fail. Rani Mukerji was named best actress for Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway. 12th Fail was adjudged best feature film.

Kamal Haasan's Malayalam comeback

Kamal Haasan's Malayalam comeback

Rediff.com3 Aug 2010

Get your low down on what's happening in Malayalam cinema, right here!

Malayalam directors allege shabby treatment

Malayalam directors allege shabby treatment

Rediff.com28 Nov 2005

'The festival is supporting only Bollywood and mainstream cinema,' they allege.

OTT This Week: Romance, Revenge, Robots

OTT This Week: Romance, Revenge, Robots

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Sukanya Verma lists everything that's there on OTT this week.

Malayalam actors Fahadh Faasil and Nazriya Nazim to wed

Malayalam actors Fahadh Faasil and Nazriya Nazim to wed

Rediff.com20 Jan 2014

The star couple will tie the knot in August this year

Coolie Review: Powerhouse Rajinikanth!

Coolie Review: Powerhouse Rajinikanth!

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

But for those who come to watch Rajini for a larger-than-life, first-day-first-show vibe, he will not disappoint in Coolie, raves Divya Nair.

The TOP five Malayalam films so far

The TOP five Malayalam films so far

Rediff.com1 Jul 2014

Here are five successful Malayalam films that hit the screens in the first half of 2014.

'Mohanlal Can Forego Anything To Give His Best'

'Mohanlal Can Forego Anything To Give His Best'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

What we see in him today is not just stardom, but the reflection of his sincerity, humility, and an artist who carries the fragrance of his roots, asserts K R Nayar, who has known the Dadasaheb Phalke Award winner from their school and college days.

The Rise Of The Mid-Range Movie Hit

The Rise Of The Mid-Range Movie Hit

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

While super hits like Jawaan are missing this year, it has been filled with a range of medium-range hits such as Crew, Teri Baaton Ne Uljhaa Diya and Guntur Kaaram, observes Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

'Shaji Karun Was The Last Real Master Filmmaker'

'Shaji Karun Was The Last Real Master Filmmaker'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

'He was a tremendous artist of a very high order, gone too soon. He not only reshaped the visual language of Indian Cinema through his cinematography in Aravindan's films, Shaji sir gave us all a sense of direction through his mainstream work as a cameraman.'

The 5 WORST Malayalam Films

The 5 WORST Malayalam Films

Rediff.com3 Jan 2016

We list Malayalam cinema's worst films of 2015.

Malayalam films to dominate at IFFI

Malayalam films to dominate at IFFI

Rediff.com20 Oct 2011

Among the 24 feature films chosen for the Indian Panorama section in IFFI 7 of them are Malayalam films.

The Top Malayalam Actors of 2012

The Top Malayalam Actors of 2012

Rediff.com9 Jan 2013

Fahadh Faasil tops the list with his brilliant performances in 22 Female Kottayam, Diamond Necklace

Simple, Sweet Swathi

Simple, Sweet Swathi

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

The actor who made her debut in Malayalam cinema with Pavi Caretaker, has a wardrobe full of gorgeous fits.

Bhoomi Malayalam salutes women

Bhoomi Malayalam salutes women

Rediff.com19 May 2009

Through his films, National award winning director T V Chandran has handled many relevant social issues, like few others do.

The Top Malayalam Commercial Hits of 2013

The Top Malayalam Commercial Hits of 2013

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

Here's looking at five Malayalam films that made the biggest impact at the box office.

Ramzan proves lucky for Malayalam films

Ramzan proves lucky for Malayalam films

Rediff.com23 Sep 2010

Get your low down on what's happening in the world of Malayalam cinema, right here!

Check out the Malayalam releases this week

Check out the Malayalam releases this week

Rediff.com24 Nov 2011

It's quite to be a tough fight this week.

Malayalam actor Prithviraj to romance Rani Mukerji

Malayalam actor Prithviraj to romance Rani Mukerji

Rediff.com17 Oct 2011

Get your lowdown of what's happening in Malayalam cinema.

New films galore in Malayalam

New films galore in Malayalam

Rediff.com19 Nov 2010

Get your low down on what's happening in the world of Malayalam cinema, right here!

'Food for media': Suresh Gopi on #MeToo in Mollywood

'Food for media': Suresh Gopi on #MeToo in Mollywood

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

The actor-politician however, said they should not try to destroy such a huge industry like cinema.

Rekhachithram Review: Alternate History Saves The Day

Rekhachithram Review: Alternate History Saves The Day

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Rekhachitram is the latest in an assembly line of films that use the period setting and mythic allure of the past to drive home the suspense of relatively straightforward genre stories, notes Arjun Menon.

Four Malayalam films to release this Onam

Four Malayalam films to release this Onam

Rediff.com17 Aug 2012

Mr.Marumakan, Friday, Thappana and Run Baby Run are all set to release this festive season.

Low-key Christmas for Malayalam film industry

Low-key Christmas for Malayalam film industry

Rediff.com24 Dec 2010

Fans will have to settle down for Tees Maar Khan or Toonpur Ka Superrhero.

The Painter Who Made A Blockbuster Movie

The Painter Who Made A Blockbuster Movie

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

'Story-telling is at the core of everything I do.'