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Time of India
33 minutes ago
- Time of India
Fefka, SAMAM seek police action against Vinayakan
Kochi: Film Employees Federation of Kerala (Fefka) and Malayalam playback singers' organisation SAMAM have demanded police action against actor Vinayakan, who hurled abuses at singer K J Yesudas in a Facebook post recently. Though the award-winning actor removed the post, criticism has been widespread against him from various quarters since then. Strongly condemning Vinayakan's post, the Fefka music directors' union demanded strict legal action against him for "insulting Yesudas publicly". "Despite coming from a challenging social and economic background, Yesudas rose to become a revered figure in music. Insulting such a great artist is a disgraceful act," said a statement by the union. "Beyond film songs, Yesudas is celebrated for popularising Carnatic music. His contributions to music are invaluable, having sung in almost every Indian language. Every Malayali takes pride in Yesudas and no artist can tolerate hearing him being insulted publicly," it said. SAMAM also issued a statement against Vinayakan on Saturday. It has also approached chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan and cultural minister Saji Cherian, demanding a police case be registered against Vinayakan. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why Seniors Are Snapping Up This TV Box, We Explain! Techno Mag Learn More Undo Yesudas is the chairman of the singers' organisation. Titled 'Vinayakan's actions are unforgivable!' the statement was critical of the offensive remarks by the actor, terming them "disgraceful and deplorable to the Malayali community". "We will go to any length against this cyber hooliganism. If Vinayakan does not publicly apologize to Yesudas and the community (not just a simple "Sorry"), there will be no audience for his films or public appearances," the statement said. Amid criticism from various quarters, Vinayakan posted 'Sorry' on Facebook a day after posting the abusive remarks. Earlier, playback singers G Venugopal and K G Markose also criticised Vinayakan for the Facebook post on Yesudas. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Time of India
Throwback: When Sreenivasan had stirred controversy over Mohanlal and Prem Nazir's unfulfilled dream
The Malayalam film industry was abuzz with controversy following actor Sreenivasan's revelations about a decades-old, unfulfilled project involving superstars Mohanlal and Prem Nazir. Sreenivasan's comments reignited a discussion about a film that Prem Nazir had intended to direct with Mohanlal in the lead which was a dream that, tragically, never came to fruition. This throwback moment, brought to light by Sreenivasan, stirred up significant debate among fans and industry insiders. The unmade film, which had been a topic of speculation for years, now has a new layer of detail, adding to the intrigue surrounding the two legendary actors and their shared history. Let's take a closer look at the controversy. Sreenivasan's allegation Sreenivasan had disclosed that Prem Nazir had given Mohanlal the script and expressed his desire to direct a movie with him in the lead role. Sreenivasan, however, claims that Mohanlal made fun of Nazir's goals and questioned why he decided to take on new projects at such a young age. Sreenivasan went on to say that on the day of Mohanlal's engagement, Nazir had even given him an advance check. Unfortunately, Nazir passed away during the shooting of 'Varavelpu,' before the project could proceed ahead. Shanawas Nazir clarifies Prem Nazir's son Shanawas responded by sharing his viewpoint with Kerala Kaumudi Online. He stated that Sreenivasan was in fact given the script and that Nazir did wish to collaborate with Mohanlal. He remembered that Mohanlal and Priyadarshan used to come to their house to talk about stories. In addition to finishing the script, Nazir was hoping to work with Mammootty on a movie, but his sudden passing put an end to those plans. Shanawas accepted he wasn't sure what was true when questioned about the allegations against him. It was difficult not to believe, he said, because Sreenivasan was the one who said it. 'Sandesham' Sreenivasan also revealed that Sathyan Anthikad's film 'Sandesham,' a cult classic, was influenced by his concept for Nazir. He claimed that the story started to take shape during the filming of 'Kadathanadan Ambadi,' when Prem Nazir first stated his intention to make the movie. Sreenivasan and Mohanlal's strained relationship Sreenivasan continued after the previous incident. He also discussed his tense connection with Mohanlal. Sreenivasan sarcastically remarked, "Mohanlal is a complete actor," referring to a recent scenario in which Mohanlal kissed him on a television show. Regarding Saroj Kumar's character, which many consider to be a parody of Mohanlal, Sreenivasan acknowledged that their relationship had never been particularly pleasant. He boldly said that he had repeatedly exposed Lal's hypocrisy and that he aimed to write everything out in the open before he passed away.
Time of India
2 hours ago
- Time of India
Throwback: When Kamal Haasan had wished for Mohanlal to break Prem Nazir's legendary record
During a wave of birthday wishes for Malayalam superstar Mohanlal on his 64th birthday, a message from fellow legend Kamal Haasan stood out. The heartfelt tribute from Haasan showcased the deep bond between the two actors, going beyond a simple greeting to a classic throwback moment. Haasan's special birthday message expressed his admiration for Mohanlal's career and his hope that he would surpass the legendary record of 500 films held by the late actor Prem Nazir. This anecdote reflects a long-standing friendship and mutual respect that the duo has shared in the film industry for decades. Let's take a closer look at the throwback moment. Kamal Haasan's inspiring message for Mohanlal Taking to X (formerly Twitter) timeline, Kamal Haasan had penned a special message for Mohanlal. He wrote, 'Lead man for forty years among a very critical and discerning audience. 400 films? Some might exclaim in disbelief. I, on the contrary, am looking forward to him beating Mr. Prem Nazir's record of 500 films. On his birthday, that is my best wish to him. The best of health to you, Mr. Mohanlal, to break many more records. ' His wish was not only a celebration of Mohanlal's legacy but also a hopeful nod toward his future milestones. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Use an AI Writing Tool That Actually Understands Your Voice Grammarly Install Now Undo Chiranjeevi's warm wishes to Mohanlal Joining in from the Telugu film industry, superstar Chiranjeevi also posted his birthday greetings on X (previously Twitter). He wrote, 'Wishing my dear Lalettan Mohanlal a very happy birthday! May you be blessed with good health and happiness and continue to amaze us through your artistry for many, many years." Malayalam film fraternity extends warm wishes to Mohanlal Closer to home, many Malayalam film stars too, extended their wishes to Mohanlal. Notable among them were Mammootty, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Tovino Thomas, Navya Nair, and celebrated actress Manju Warrier. Mohanlal on the work front Mohanlal was last seen in the epic devotional film, 'Kannappa,'which had failed at the box-office and 'Thudarum' that had garnered rave reviews for his performance. He will be seen in 'Hridayapoorvam,' a family drama with Malavika Mohanan.
