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1 month ago

Mammootty and Mohanlal Reunite

Marking a new chapter in Malayalam cinema, the multi-starrer film directed by Mahesh Narayanan has officially commenced in Sri Lanka. The movie brings Mammootty and Mohanlal together in main roles after 25 years, alongside an impressive cast including Fahadh Faasil, Kunchacko Boban, and Nayanthara. Director of Single.ID and Blue Tiger Movies London Subash Manuel officially switched on the camera,while C.R. …

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1 month ago

Old is gold: Why Bollywood is turning to re-releases amid string of flops

Al Jazeera

As more and more contemporary films fail, producers and exhibitors fall back on time-tested fare and star power to lure viewers back to theatres. For the 27-year-old copy editor, getting to watch the two-part film felt like “finally being introduced to the most memed movie in Indian pop culture” as he found himself commuting for three hours on an August …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

‘No power group in Malayalam cinema’: Actor Mammootty breaks silence on Hema Committee report

New Indian Express

Actor-producer Mammootty broke silence on the Justice Hema Committee report a day after fellow actor and former AMMA president Mohanlal held a press conference to finally address the issue, more than a week after the release of the report. In a Facebook post on Sunday, the actor stated that he welcomed the report explaining that the delay in his response …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Stars have the responsibility to uphold moral values in return for the adulation that they receive, says Pinarayi

The Hindu

Stars have the responsibility to uphold moral values in return for the adulation that they receive from the people, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said here on Saturday at a public event to honour actor Mohanlal. He said that interventions similar to the Hema committee report on issues faced by women as well as other larger problems in the film industry, …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Mohanlal issues first statement on Hema Committee report, says release of report was 'good decision' of govt

India TV News

Days after resigning as Association of Malayalam Movie Artists president, actor Mohanlal has finally broken his silence on the recently released Hema Committee report and said he was not part of any power group in the Malayalam film industry and he has no knowledge of the existence of any such group in the sector. He said the executive panel of …

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8 months ago

Shobana and Mohanlal, one of Malayalam cinema’s favourite pairs, to reunite in Tharun Moorthy’s ‘L 360’

The Hindu

We had previously reported that Malayalam superstar Mohanlal’s 360th film, tentatively called L360, is set to be directed by Tharun Moorthy of Operation Java and Saudi Vellakka fame. Notably, Shobana also appeared in an extended cameo in Mohanlal’s 2009 film Sagar Alias Jacky Reloaded. Other details regarding the project are unknown at the moment Tharun made his debut in 2021 …

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8 months, 1 week ago

Akshay Kumar to debut in Telugu with Vishnu Manchu’s ’Kannappa’, share screen space with Prabhas, Mohanlal. Details here

Live Mint

Bollywood star Akshay Kumar is set to debut in Telugu cinema with Vishnu Manchu-starrer Kannappa, the producers of the movie announced on Tuesday, April 16. A post on the official social media handle of the movie on X stated, “We're thrilled to have Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar onboard for "𝐊𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐚," Vishnu Manchu's magnum opus. Vishnu Manchu, who plays the lead …

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10 months, 4 weeks ago

‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ movie review: Lijo Jose Pellissery and Mohanlal’s epic is nowhere closer to the sum of its parts

The Hindu

Cinema is always about the whole, although there is often the tendency to admire the parts. A prisoners’ revolt that plays out in a riot of colours inside an old fort, a fascinating game of masks which leads up to revelations of the true face of a key character, Madhu Neelakandan’s arresting long shots worth framing on the wall, some …

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1 year, 4 months ago

‘Siddique Was A Big Brother To Me In Cinema And In Life,’ Says Mohanlal

News 18

Malayalam director and screenplay writer Siddique died on Tuesday, August 8 at the age of 63. According to media reports, Siddique suffered a heart attack on Monday and was put on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation support, but he passed away on Tuesday night. South star Mohanlal shared a picture of Siddique and penned a long post in Malayalam, which can be …

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1 year, 5 months ago

Shanaya Kapoor, Zahrah S Khan join Mohanlal’s ‘Vrushabha’

The Hindu

Newcomers Shanaya Kapoor and Zahrah S Khan have joined the cast of superstar Mohanlal's pan-India film Vrushabha, the makers said Saturday. Shanaya, daughter of actor Sanjay Kapoor, will be soon making her Hindi film debut with Karan Johar's home production "Bedhadak". "I’ve always wanted to be a part of a film with such high-level performers like Mohan sir and to …

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1 year, 7 months ago

When Mohanlal revealed why he turned down Shankar's offer to play antagonist in Rajinikanth’s Sivaji: The Boss

Hindustan Times

Actor Mohanlal, who is considered the superstar of Malayalam cinema, was once offered the antagonist’s role in Rajinikanth’s Tamil film Sivaji: The Boss. The role was eventually played by actor Suman but do you know why it was turned down by Mohanlal, who has recently worked with Rajinikanth in his upcoming Tamil film, Jailer. In Tamil films, Mohanlal was last …

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1 year, 8 months ago

With top-grossing movies and experimental roles, Malayalam superstar Mammootty has managed to stay relevant

The Hindu

“There are two Mammoottys,” says veteran filmmaker Sathyan Anthikkad. He always reminds me to stay true to the moment.” Dulquer SalmaanActor and Mammootty’s son A part of Malayalam film industry’s golden decade Mammootty’s popularity transcends simplistic paeans for his rugged look, smooth skin and baritone to grudging admiration for his ability to remain contemporary. Unlike Mohanlal, the other superstar in …

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1 year, 10 months ago

Akshay Kumar does bhangra with Mohanlal at a wedding, fans call them 'Priyadarshan ke do anmol ratan'. Watch video

Hindustan Times

Actor Akshay Kumar seems to have had the best time at a recent wedding he attended in Jaipur. After completing a full twirl, as the groom and others in the wedding party clapped for them, Akshay and Mohanlal shared a warm hug. He got a picture clicked with the director and wrote, “Time well spent with Karan @karanjohar.” Mohanlal will …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Mohanlal, Lijo Jose Pellissery team up for their next

The Hindu

There were speculations earlier that Malayalam star Mohanlal will team up with filmmaker Lijo Jose Pellissery for his upcoming film. I'm delighted to announce that my next project will be with one of the most exciting and immensely talented directors in Indian cinema - Lijo Jose Pellissery. The project will be produced by John and Mary Creative, Max Labs and …

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2 years, 2 months ago

Monster movie review: Mohanlal’s cringey acting as a Sikh rivals the script’s creepy homophobia

Firstpost

Mohanlal hams to embarrassing levels as the team of Monster tries to camouflage their closeted conservatism by pretending to care about LGBT-plus rights Language: Malayalam with some Hindi and Punjabi Cast: Mohanlal, Honey Rose, Sudev Nair, Lakshmi Manchu, Leena, K.B. After a terrible first half, there is for a short while in the second half some excitement generated about the …

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2 years, 2 months ago

Mohanlal to play a key role in Dhruva Sarja's new film? Recent photo suggests so

India Today

Mohanlal, widely regarded as one of the finest actors in the country, may soon be seen alongside Kannada star Dhruva Sarja in his film with KVN Production. He wrote on Twitter: "I have run out of words to describe wat I am feeling right nw.The superstar of Indian Film Industry & yet @Mohanlalsir is the most down to earth person.Your …

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2 years, 6 months ago

First Take | When life serves you lemons

Firstpost

Most of the time, Hindi cinema doesn’t know what to do with its 60-plus actors unless it’s Amitabh Bachchan, the only Bollywood veteran for whom roles are still written. I am yet to see a Bollywood script as smart and savvy as The Valet which gives the 60-year old Mexican actor Eugenio González Derbez a role of a lifetime as …

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2 years, 10 months ago

Bro Daddy movie review: A lighthearted family drama about accidental pregnancy

Hindustan Times

Prithviraj Sukumaran’s second directorial project, Bro Daddy, unlike his debut film Lucifer, is a lighthearted entertainer that’s long drawn but fun. Cut from the same cloth as Badhaai Ho, Mohanlal’s film is a family drama about an unplanned pregnancy, and manages to tickle the funny bone while handling the subject quite maturely. Bro Daddy movie review: Mohanlal and Prithviraj Sukumaran …

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2 years, 11 months ago

Mohanlal, Mammootty's Support for Assault Survivor: Mere Optics or Big Change?

The Quint

Almost over 10 hours after the survivor in the Kerala actor sexual assault case put out a social media post about the harrowing attack and her struggle for justice, the superstars of Malayalam cinema - Mohanlal and Mammootty, finally shared her post on their Instagram stories. "Respect" was the message Mohanlal chose to type out while reposting the survivor's note. …

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3 years ago

Mohanlal's epic 'Marakkar' to premiere on OTT on December 17

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: Director Priyadarshan's historical magnum opus 'Marakkar: Arabikkadalinte Simham', featuring Malayalam superstar Mohanlal in the lead, will premiere on Prime Video on December 17, the OTT platform announced on Monday. Produced by Antony Perumbavoor of Aashirvad Cinemas, the film boasts of a stellar cast with Arjun Sarja, Suniel Shetty, Manju Warrier, Keerthy Suresh, the late Nedumudi Venu, and Pranav Mohanlal …

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3 years ago

Marakkar Arabikadalinte Simham movie review: Mohanlal-led war drama is remarkably unremarkable

Firstpost

Earlier this year, Marakkar scooped up three National Awards, including the coveted National Award for Best Feature Film. Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham is the exact opposite of these films — it lionises its lead male star in a cliched manner, the story and storytelling feel generic and, barring an engaging patch or two, it is indistinguishable from other formulaic war dramas …

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3 years, 1 month ago

Lakshmi Manchu excited for her Malayalam debut

Deccan Chronicle

Lakshmi Manchu has forayed into Malayalam cinema and that too with none other than one of the superstars of the Malayalam film industry — Mohanlal — with the film, Monster. I think for someone who’s such a big star, that was very kind of him.” In her excitement and surprise of having been offered the part, Lakshmi tells us she’d …

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3 years, 1 month ago

National Award-winning Mohanlal-starrer 'Marakkar' headed for OTT release

India TV News

Movie theatres opened across Kerala after six months on Monday, with the first film slated to be released on the big screen on Wednesday, but the producer of Malayalam superstar Mohanlal's award-winning film, "Marakkar: Lion of Arabian Sea", directed by the acclaimed director Priyadarshan, is mulling a possible OTT release. Speaking to the media here on Monday, the film's producer, …

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3 years, 3 months ago

Not Enough Is Said About Mammootty's Impact on Malayalam Cinema of the 80s

The Quint

“I register the passage of time when belles traverse from youth to middle age”, is one of parallel college tutor-turned-IAS officer Haridasan’s quick repartees in the 1988-film Mukthi, delivered with aplomb by Mammootty. The ‘Mega Star’ of Kerala, who turned 70 this week, is often hailed for looking youthful and radiant at his age, while all his heroines from yesteryears …

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Mammootty and Mohanlal Reunite

Old is gold: Why Bollywood is turning to re-releases amid string of flops

‘No power group in Malayalam cinema’: Actor Mammootty breaks silence on Hema Committee report

Stars have the responsibility to uphold moral values in return for the adulation that they receive, says Pinarayi

Mohanlal issues first statement on Hema Committee report, says release of report was 'good decision' of govt

Shobana and Mohanlal, one of Malayalam cinema’s favourite pairs, to reunite in Tharun Moorthy’s ‘L 360’

Akshay Kumar to debut in Telugu with Vishnu Manchu’s ’Kannappa’, share screen space with Prabhas, Mohanlal. Details here

‘Malaikottai Vaaliban’ movie review: Lijo Jose Pellissery and Mohanlal’s epic is nowhere closer to the sum of its parts

‘Siddique Was A Big Brother To Me In Cinema And In Life,’ Says Mohanlal

Shanaya Kapoor, Zahrah S Khan join Mohanlal’s ‘Vrushabha’

When Mohanlal revealed why he turned down Shankar's offer to play antagonist in Rajinikanth’s Sivaji: The Boss

With top-grossing movies and experimental roles, Malayalam superstar Mammootty has managed to stay relevant

Akshay Kumar does bhangra with Mohanlal at a wedding, fans call them 'Priyadarshan ke do anmol ratan'. Watch video

Mohanlal, Lijo Jose Pellissery team up for their next

Monster movie review: Mohanlal’s cringey acting as a Sikh rivals the script’s creepy homophobia

Mohanlal to play a key role in Dhruva Sarja's new film? Recent photo suggests so

First Take | When life serves you lemons

Bro Daddy movie review: A lighthearted family drama about accidental pregnancy

Mohanlal, Mammootty's Support for Assault Survivor: Mere Optics or Big Change?

Mohanlal's epic 'Marakkar' to premiere on OTT on December 17

Marakkar Arabikadalinte Simham movie review: Mohanlal-led war drama is remarkably unremarkable

Lakshmi Manchu excited for her Malayalam debut

National Award-winning Mohanlal-starrer 'Marakkar' headed for OTT release

Not Enough Is Said About Mammootty's Impact on Malayalam Cinema of the 80s