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On November 28, Thursday, Malayalam actor Mohanlal, along with the official handle of Antony Perumbavoor's production house Aashirvad Cinemas, took to their social media to release a video announcing the actor's upcoming roster of releases that can be expected in the months ahead, and in 2025, those announced so far. The announcement video lists out the release date of all of the highly-anticipated projects from the Malayalam actor. This primarily includes his directorial debut film Barroz 3D, which is slated to hit the big screens on December 25, Christmas Day. The release announcement was only recently revealed by the film's makers via a video featuring legendary director Fazil.
Mumbai, Dec 12 (PTI) Malayalam superstar Mohanlal says he will definitely come and work in Hindi movies if filmmakers in Bollywood offer him roles. One of the most influential Malayalam cinema stars, Mohanlal has been part of over 300 films, including all time hits such as "Manichitrathazhu", "Kireedam", "Bharatham", "Drishyam" and "Pulimurugan". "I have done a couple of Hindi films also. But now most of my other films are dubbed into Hindi. When somebody calls me for a role I'll definitely come and work. I don't mind. I don't have a choice. As actors we don't have a choice. Let it come. Let ...Read More >
Chennai: Malayalam actor and director Prithviraj Sukumaran recently revealed that he was given an incredible opportunity by Subaskaran, the head of the renowned Tamil film production house Lyca Productions, to direct a film starring Tamil superstar Rajinikanth. Speaking at the teaser launch of his highly anticipated Malayalam film L2: Empuraan, Prithviraj shared the details, saying, "I have been assigned the task of welcoming Lyca Productions into Malayalam cinema. This obviously is their first ever project in Malayalam. It is a bit of an anecdote. I think now, it is safe to say that Subaskar ...Read More >
Mumbai, June 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bollywood's Khiladi Akshay Kumar showcased his philosophical side as he shared a heartfelt message on the true essence of life. Taking to Instagram, the actor shared a thoughtful note where he emphasized the importance of cherishing small and joyful moments. Kumar also reminded fans that real wealth lies not in material possessions but in the stolen moments of happiness. Sharing his throwback image, the 'Kesari Chapter 2' actor wrote, "In life, we accumulate stolen moments of happiness. That's your real wealth."- A reminder to laugh loud, love deep, and cheris ...Read More >
Chennai, Oct 2 (SocialNews.XYZ) The makers of director Mahesh Narayanan's eagerly-awaited action thriller 'Patriot', featuring both the superstars of Malayalam cinema Mammootty and Mohanlal, on Thursday released an exciting teaser of the film, much to the delight of fans and film enthusiasts. Mohanlal, who took to his X timeline to share the link to the teaser of the star-studded film, wrote, "#PATRIOT official teaser." In addition to the two Malayalam superstars, the film also features acclaimed actors Fahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban, Nayanthara, and Revathy among others. The teaser begins ...Read More >
Chennai: Superstar Rajinikanth Saturday dropped a big update on his eagerly awaited action entertainer Jailer 2, which is being directed by ace director Nelson Dilipkumar. Answering questions posed by mediapersons at the airport, Rajinikanth said that Jailer 2 was in its finishing stage. "The film (Jailer 2) is in its finishing stage. The production house will announce its date of release," he said. However, Rajinikanth just smiled in reply when mediapersons asked him what he would like to say to the people as elections were nearing. When asked when the film in which he was to act with Kama ...Read More >
Janhvi Kapoor dazzles in a Manish Malhotra golden half-saree inspired by the traditional Pattu Pavadai, channeling her mother Sridevi's timeless elegance. (Image: ManishMalhotra05/ instagram) Janhvi Kapoor, who has been on a fashion high this year, is once again making headlines during the promotions of her upcoming film Param Sundari, stunning in exceptionally unique sarees. Her latest outing in a golden half-saree was no exception. Designed by Manish Malhotra, Janhvi looked nothing short of a ...Read More >
Lokah: Chapter 1 - Chandra will debut later this month, most likely before Diwali, though the official OTT release date has not yet been confirmed. Kalyani Priyadarshan's most recent book, Lokah: Chapter 1-Chandra, marks a significant turning point in her career. The superhero drama, which was produced by Dulquer Salmaan and directed by Dominic Arun under the Wayfarer Films banner, has changed the course of Malayalam box office history. The film has officially become the highest-grossing Malayal ...Read More >
Meera Vasudevan is a versatile actress who has worked across Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi cinema. Actress Meera Vasudevan has been making headlines after revealing that she has ended her third marriage to cinematographer Vipin Puthiyankam. In a candid Instagram update, she shared that as of August 2025, she is officially single. Ever since Meera publicly announced her divorce, she has once again become the centre of attention, prompting many to revisit both her personal journey and her p ...Read More >
New Delhi: The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki has announced the rollout of its first made-in-India electric vehicle - the e-Vitara SUV - in a major boost to the green segment from its upgraded Gujarat plant, which is now set to become one of the world's largest automotive manufacturing hubs with a projected annual capacity of one million units. Crucially, this facility will serve as Suzuki's global production base for electric vehicles (EVs), exporting to over 100 countries, including advanced markets in Japan and Europe, which is aligned with India's vision of becoming a global aut ...Read More >
Harimurali, who started out as a child actor, was now working as a VFX artist. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * Harimurali, former Malayalam child actor, was found dead at his home in Kerala * He was 27 years old and acted in around 50 films as a child artist * Harimurali worked as a VFX artist in the film industry after his acting career Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Harimurali, former child actor known for Malayalam movies such as ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram, April 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) A sharp political exchange erupted between Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and his Telangana counterpart Revanth Reddy on Friday, with the former launching a detailed rebuttal to remarks made by the latter during his campaign tour in the state. Reddy, who has drawn crowds in Kerala with his fiery speeches, including a swipe using a popular dialogue associated with Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, had criticised the Vijayan government, alleging corruption and governance failure. Responding through a strongly worded Facebook post, Vijayan accuse ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], January 14 (ANI): Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan, best known for his film 'Marco', has announced his decision to step down as the treasurer of the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA). Mukundan took to his Instagram account to share a note in which he explained that increasing work commitments had taken a toll on his "mental health." However, he assured that he would continue in the role until a replacement is found to ensure a smooth transition. "I hope this message finds you well. After much thought and reflection, I have made the difficult decision to step down ...Read More >
New Delhi: The pan-India mythological drama 'Kannappa', starring Vishnu Manchu and featuring cameos by Akshay Kumar, Mohanlal, Prabhas, and Kajal Aggarwal, hit cinemas on June 27, 2025. Despite its star-studded cast and grand production, the film has seen a slow start at the box office. According to early estimates from Sacnilk, 'Kannappa' earned ₹9 crore net in India on its first day of release. Although this marks Vishnu Manchu's biggest opener, it falls short of expectations considering the film's massive budget of ₹200 crore and the presence of big-name stars. The film saw varying occupa ...Read More >
Chennai, October 18: The makers of director Rahul Sadasivan's eagerly awaited horror thriller, 'Dies Irae', on Saturday urged fans and the general public to avoid creating, sharing or resharing unofficial posters of the film, which they said altered the movie's intended tone. Taking to its social media timelines, All Night Shifts, one of the production houses producing the film, said, "We're grateful for the love, enthusiasm and creativity around #Diesirae. However, kindly avoid creating, sharing or resharing unofficial posters which alter the movie's intended tone. All official artwork and u ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 3 (ANI): Monday kick-started on an exciting note for the fans of actor Prabhas as his first look as 'Rudra' was unveiled in the morning. The poster features him in the guise of a hermit, his matted hair flowing wildly, his forehead smeared with sacred chandan, gripping a crescent moon staff that hints at divine power and celestial energy. Sharing his look from the film, Prabhas on social media wrote, " (Om symbol) The Divine Guardian 'Rudra' (Om symbol) Unveiling my look as 'Rudra'. The embodiment of strength and wisdom as the unwavering protector in #K ...Read More >
Happy Birthday Prithviraj Sukumaran: From winning a National Award to directing one of Malayalam Cinema's highest-grossing films, here's a look at his journey and achievements. Prithviraj Sukumaran Birthday: Malayalam actor Prithviraj Sukumaran celebrates his 43rd birthday today, on October 16. Over the past two decades, he has built a remarkable career in Indian cinema, earning acclaim not only as an actor but also as a director. His journey began in 2002 with Ranjith Balakrishnan's romantic d ...Read More >
The 71st National Film Awards became a night of milestones, nostalgia, and celebration for Indian cinema. Among the most memorable highlights was Rani Mukerji's long-awaited recognition, as she bagged her first National Award for Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway. Draped in an elegant saree, Rani was seated in the front row next to Shah Rukh Khan, her long-time co-star with whom she has delivered some of Hindi cinema's most loved films. The sight of the two together immediately caught the cameras and se ...Read More >
Countering the points raised by Vijayan's letter to him earlier in the day, Revanth Reddy dashed off a reply, raising questions over Kerala's claims on poverty eradication and governance. "You tweeted that by late 2025, Kerala is set to become the first state to completely eradicate extreme poverty. We are in April 2026. In your letter, you speak of 64,006 families still receiving micro-plans. I ask plainly: has extreme poverty been eradicated? Was the November 1, 2025 declaration independently ...Read More >
Production on the film Barroz began in March 2021 and the unit was shot in Kochi, Gao, Bangkok and Chennai, among other places. Mohanlal has been grabbing headlines since he announced his directorial debut with Barroz. Well, the film's trailer has already been released but today there was a launch event in Mumbai city. Akshay Kumar was spotted at the event. Mohanlal and Akshay Kumar posed for the camera and shared a fun chat. The video is going viral. In the video, shared by Snehzala, we can se ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], August 28 (ANI): The 'Bramayugam' director Rahul Sadasivan is back with another horror thriller titled 'Dies Irae'. It stars Pranav Mohanlal, son of superstar Mohanlal, in the lead role. The makers of 'Dies Irae' have released a teaser for the movie, which is slated for release on the occasion of Halloween 2025. The film will hit the theatres on October 31. In the teaser, Pranav's character appears to be tormented by the death of someone close, with the haunting line, "When someone dies holding deep hatred or unfulfilled desire... their soul never truly l ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 4 (ANI): Actor Kartik Aaryan has officially kicked off the shooting for his next film, 'Naagzilla', confirming the same on Instagram, while celebrating one year of 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3'. Days after the announcement, the makers have offered a glimpse from the first day of shooting, which commenced with a traditional muhurat puja. Also Read | Jesse Eisenberg To Donate His Kidney to a Stranger, Calls It a 'No-Brainer' and 'Essentially Risk-Free' Act of Kindness (Watch Video). "We're not just rolling...we're slithering into the world of #Naagzilla! Day 1 was ...Read More >
Just days after actor Dileep was acquitted in the 2017 actress assault case, a new controversy is buzzing within the Malayalam film industry. The release of promotional material for Dileep's upcoming film Bha Bha Ba has drawn strong reactions, especially after Mohanlal shared the film's poster and trailer. Actor and dubbing artiste Bhagyalakshmi has now openly slammed Mohanlal's move, calling it insensitive and ethically troubling. Bhagyalakshmi was speaking on the sidelines of the International ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 3 (ANI): Monday kick-started on an exciting note for the fans of actor Prabhas as his first look as 'Rudra' was unveiled in the morning. The poster features him in the guise of a hermit, his matted hair flowing wildly, his forehead smeared with sacred chandan, gripping a crescent moon staff that hints at divine power and celestial energy. Also Read | 'Homewrecker?': Samantha Ruth Prabhu Trolled After Viral Pics With Raj Nidimoru at World Pickleball League 2025 Fuel Dating Rumours. Sharing his look from the film, Prabhas on social media wrote, " (Om sym ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: Veteran actor Mohanlal's daughter Vismaya is all set to make her acting debut with Jude Anthany Joseph's Thudakkam. Taking to social media, Mohanlal expressed excitement over his daughter's first film, which will be produced by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Ashirvad Films, which has always been associated with Mohanlal films. He shared the first look poster of the film and sent her the best wishes. His post read, "Dear Mayakutty, may your "Thudakkam" be just the first step in a lifelong love affair with cinema. #Thudakkam Written and Directed by Jude Anthany Jos ...Read More >
Chennai, July 19: The makers of director Sathyan Anthikad's eagerly-awaited family drama 'Hridayapoorvam', featuring Malayalam superstar Mohanlal in the lead, on Saturday released the teaser of the film much to the delight of fans and film buffs. Mohanlal took to his social media timelines to share the link to the teaser of the film on YouTube. He wrote, "#Hridayapoorvam official teaser #August28 OnamRelease #HridayapoorvamTeaser" The hilarious teaser begins with Mohanlal's funny conversation with a non-Malayali fan of actor Fahadh Faasil. The conversation begins with the young man asking Moh ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], October 1 (ANI): Malayalam superstar Mammootty is back on the sets, resuming his work after a brief break. Taking to his Instagram handle, the actor shared a picture of himself, posing by the side of his car as he appeared healthy and rejuvenated in an orange shirt, white trousers and black shoes. "Back to doing what I love most in life after a short break. Words aren't enough to thank everyone who checked on me during my absence. The camera is calling," Mammootty wrote in the caption. https://www.instagram.com/p/DPOdVQbEv9y/ Fans were elated as soon as ...Read More >
Malayalam star Mammootty has recently taken a hiatus from shooting following an unspecified health issue for which he received treatment. Fans have been waiting for the actor to resume his next project, and the latest reports have an update. Director Mahesh Narayanan has recently revealed that Mammootty will soon return to the set of his upcoming film, Patriot. In a recent interview with OnManorama, filmmaker Mahesh Narayanan spoke about the actor returning to the set. The filmmaker revealed th ...Read More >
The Kerala High Court on Friday (October 24, 2025) held as "illegal and unenforceable" the ownership certificates given by the Principal Chief Conservator of Forest and Wildlife for the ivory items in the possession of actor Mohanlal at his resident at Thevara, Kochi, in 2011. A Division Bench of Justice A.K. Jayasankaran Nambiar and Justice Jobin Sebastian issued the order on a public interest litigations (PIL) filed by James Mathew, a former Forest officer, and Paulose A.A. of Ernakulam who ch ...Read More >
Bengaluru, April 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Royal Challengers Bengaluru wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma said last season's title has only strengthened the team's hunger to build something lasting at the franchise. Jitesh continues to be an integral part of the RCB. Not just with the bat has he been impressive in the last season, but his heroics with the gloves have been equally brilliant. Jitesh continues to be an integral part of the RCB. Not just with the bat has he been impressive in the last season, but his heroics with the gloves have been equally brilliant. "This is not a one-year thing. We ...Read More >
Chennai, April 3: Well known brand Amazon has now issued a public notice in which it has strongly put across the point that it is the sole and exclusive holder of all digital rights of actor Mohanlal's eagerly awaited film 'Drishyam 3' and that any entity dealing with the film or its digital rights in contravention of Amazon's exclusivity would be doing so at its own risk. In a statement, Amazon Seller Services Private Limited said, "Notice is hereby given that Amazon Seller Services Private Limited (Amazon), pursuant to the valid exercise of its rights under subsisting agreements between Aas ...Read More >