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8 years of twists: The full timeline of the Kerala actor assault case

Eight years ago, a top female actor was kidnapped and sexually assaulted in a moving car in Kerala’s Kochi. A couple of months later, Dileep, a superstar in the Malayalam industry, was arrested, accused of masterminding the crime.

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Let Me Explain: Right-wing’s outrage over Empuraan

The Indian right-wing is once again up in arms hounding everyone who is not on their side. This time, the target of their ire is a mainstream Malayalam action film, which dares to depict the 2002 Gujarat riots.

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South Central 21: Empuraan controversy, students’ protests in Hyderabad

In this episode, hosts Pooja Prasanna and Leena Reghunath are joined by The News Minute’s Nandini Chandrashekar, lawyer Nikhil Narendran and environmental journalist Bahar Dutt.

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Empuraan controversy: The Mohanlal starrer isn’t a good movie, but it’s deeply satisfying

This story contains spoilers for L2: Empuraan.

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From Kunal Kamra to Mohanlal to a long-dead emperor, India is the Republic of Intolerance

Between Aurangzeb and Kunal Kamra, we are now fully qualified to call ourselves “The Republic of Intolerance”.

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Mohanlal, Shreya Ghoshal, other influential figures join PM Modi's call to combat obesity with reduced oil consumption

In his latest effort to tackle rising health concerns, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for a nationwide movement to combat obesity and promote healthier eating habits Read further on Dynamite News:

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'Drishyam 3' movie confirmed, actor Mohanlal shares important details

'Drishyam' franchise is expanding! Yes, you read it right. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Abuse, resignations, power nexus: Everything about Kerala’s #MeToo crisis

A spate of #MeToo stories have surfaced from the Malayalam film industry since the release of the Hema Committee report on the working conditions of women in the regional cinema. FIRs related to sexual assault have been lodged against at least four prominent actors of the industry.

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Mohanlal and AMMA did not redeem themselves — they had to go

In a span of two days, all the office-bearers of one of the biggest organisations of actors in India – the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) – have quit. They had to, for in the days following the release of the Hema Committee report – containing disclosures of abuse…

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Why three women’s responses to Hema Committee report call for a feminist introspection

“I have not heard knocks on my door. I don’t know of safety issues in the Malayalam film industry,” said actor Jomol in response to the findings of the Hema Committee report on the working conditions of women in Malayalam cinema. Jomol, who began her career as a child artist,…

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Sangeeth Sivan, maker of super-hit Yodha, passes away in Mumbai

Sangeeth Sivan's legacy in Malayalam cinema was cemented by Yodha (1992), a film with high repeat watch value.

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FEFKA launches insurance scheme for members

FEFKA workers' convention in Kochi with launch of health insurance scheme attended by film industry members.

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Shubhayathra, a short film, aims to create traffic awareness

Short film "Shubhayathra" by Larish KM highlights importance of following traffic rules & dangers of rash behaviour. Produced by Chavara Film School & Parakkat Jewels.

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Hospital to offer free surgery to differently abled children

Mohanlal's KANNUR Vishwashanthi Foundation partners with Baby Memorial Hospital to offer free surgery to 25 differently abled children.

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State CBSE school festival in Kalady from Nov. 24

Youth fest of CBSE schools to be held in Kalady, Kochi. 10,000 students from 2,900 schools to participate. Logo released by Mohanlal. Inaugural function to be attended by Navya Nair, Benny Behanan, MLAs & S. Suhas. 25 venues incl. Sree Sarada Vidyalaya, Adi Shankara Engg. College & Sree Sankara Arts…

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Kochi photographer’s Kollam Era calendar which uses Malayalam numerals is an ode to Malayalam

.Jinson Abraham's Kollavarsham 1199 calendar revives Malayalam numerals. Actor Mohanlal called it a pleasant reminder. Jinson's calendar starts with 1199 KE Chingam and ends with 1120 KE Karkidakam. It celebrates Malayalam numerals and is an attempt at preserving them. The calendar has vintage-toned photographs of two women friends in a…

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‘Kireedam’ bridge emerges prime spot in Kerala’s cinema tourism project

Kerala Tourism to promote Cinema Tourism: Kireedam bridge in Vellayani, famed location of cult classic Mohanlal-starrer, identified as prime spot. Govt. gives ₹1.2M to develop 'Cine Tourism Project—Kireedam Palam' to be completed in 18 months. Other spots include Bekal Fort in Kasaragod, where Mani Ratnam shot 'Uyire...' for 'Bombay'. Tourism…

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Ivory case: HC stays proceedings against Mohanlal

The Kerala High Court on Monday stayed for six months all further proceedings against actor Mohanlal in a case relating to illegal possession of ivory that was pending before the Judicial First Class Magistrate Court (JFMC), Perumbavoor.

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These grandmothers are making a splash on social media

These grandmothers are making a splash on social media by stepping out of their comfort zones

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Mohanlal’s alleged illegal possession of ivory can’t be viewed lightly, says court

Court rejects petition to withdraw prosecution against actor Mohanlal for alleged illegal possession of ivory, noting that it would be against the larger interest of the country. Prosecution failed to satisfy court that ownership certificate issued to actor was valid and reliable. Court refused to accept contention that withdrawal petition…

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Mammootty and Mohanlal join celebrities from different walks of life in a series of videos to raise awareness of autism

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Exclusive Ayurveda centres attract celebrities and the elite from India and across the world

Akshay Kumar, Mohanlal, Ajith and Jayaram are some the stars who shut out the world to begin a conversation with health and wellness courtesy premium Ayurveda retreats

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Ganesh Kumar lashes out at AMMA leadership

In open letter to Mohanlal, he says serious diversion from forum’s stated policy

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Withdrawal petition in Mohanlal’s illegal ivory case filed in hasty manner, says trial court

‘Legal validity of ownership certificate being contested before High Court’

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