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New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Kuttram Kadithal 2 starts filming
The filming for Kuttram Kadithal 2, the sequel to the National Award winning film, Kuttram Kadithal, has begun. The sequel stars JSK Satish Kumar in the lead, who also produces the film. Shooting for the film will take place across South India, in places like Theni and Sirumalai, etc.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Gokul Suresh snubs paparazzi over brother Madhav's film role: 'I know you twist headlines'
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Actor Gokul Suresh recently made headlines for firmly refusing to answer questions about his brother Madhav Suresh 's performance in the film 'Janaki V vs State of Kerala'. Gokul, who accompanied his father Suresh Gopi to watch the movie, was approached by a group of YouTubers posing questions outside the theatre. In a sharp response, Gokul said, "I choose not to respond to paparazzi. Whatever I say gets misrepresented, passed around, and turned into multiple headlines. I'm well aware of how this game is played." Janaki V vs State Of Kerala - Official Trailer His remarks were captured on video and later shared by the same YouTubers — a move that quickly sparked widespread online discussion. Many viewers applauded Gokul for taking a strong stand against what they called the 'sensationalism culture' rampant in digital celebrity coverage. Several social media users praised his composure and transparency, noting that many YouTube paparazzi-style channels often manipulate short clips to generate clickable content. One netizen commented, "What Gokul said is correct." Another comment read, "That's an apt response." A third comment read, "Great job Gokul." Meanwhile, Gokul's brother Madhav Suresh had earlier opened up about similar challenges. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Her blood cancer has relapsed; she needs another transplant Donate For Health Donate Now Undo The actor cited cyberattacks and the stress of misleading headlines. 'JSK' out in theatres Madhav plays a key supporting role in Janaki V vs State of Kerala, a courtroom drama that has generated significant buzz for its strong performances and layered social themes. ETimes gave the movie a rating of 2.5 stars for the film and an excerpt from our review reads, "The film does suffer from its length and a muddled screenplay. A tighter, crisper edit would have served it better. While Suresh Gopi's monologues are familiar to Malayali audiences, they could have been trimmed without taking anything away from the film. Towards the climax, the lengthy dialogues become long-winded and, frankly, grating so close to the resolution. Some awkward English dialogues also stand out. That Pravin resists opting for a 'socially acceptable' ending, however, makes the film watchable."
Time of India
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Janaki V vs State of Kerala' box office collections day 6: Suresh Gopi's film sees Tuesday drop; crosses Rs 4.4 crores
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) After holding a stable run over its opening weekend, 'JSK - Janaki V vs State of Kerala' witnessed a further dip on its sixth day, Tuesday, July 22, 2025. According to the Sacnilk website, the film collected an estimated Rs 26 lakhs at the India box office, bringing its total domestic net to Rs 4.46 crore. While the pace has clearly slowed after Monday's steep drop, the film continues to find pockets of steady interest—particularly in Bengaluru. Occupancy drops across Kerala Reportedly, Tuesday's overall Malayalam occupancy stood at 7.98%, with morning shows starting as low as 3.36% and improving slightly through the day to reach 11.88% by night. Kochi and Trivandrum recorded low footfalls as it was hovering around 7% and 4.75% overall respectively. Bengaluru turned out to be a surprise performer as it was clocking a strong 25.75% overall occupancy. Interestingly, morning shows in Bengaluru were packed, peaking at 43%. ETimes verdict; what's next for 'JSK'? Directed by Pravin Narayanan, the legal drama blends emotional courtroom moments with a socially conscious narrative. The film features a solid ensemble cast including Shruthi Ramachandran, Suresh Gopi , Anupama Parameswaran, and Divya Pillai. ETimes gave the movie a rating of 2.5 stars out of 5 and our review reads, "A tighter, crisper edit would have served it better. While Suresh Gopi's monologues are familiar to Malayali audiences, they could have been trimmed without taking anything away from the film. Towards the climax, the lengthy dialogues become long-winded and, frankly, grating so close to the resolution. Some awkward English dialogues also stand out. That Pravin resists opting for a 'socially acceptable' ending, however, makes the film watchable." While Tuesday's performance indicates a natural dip post-weekend, the film's fate will now hinge on its second weekend.
Borneo Post
22-07-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
UMS, JSK Mantanani to strengthen marine biodiversity conservation
Dr Kasim (third right) with Johnny Wong holding the signed MoA. KOTA KINABALU (July 22): Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) and JSK Mantanani Island Resorts Sdn Bhd have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost collaborative efforts in marine biodiversity research and education focused on the Mantanani Islands. The agreement formalises a partnership that began in 2023 when JSK Mantanani took proactive steps to combat the persistent poaching of nesting sea turtles on the island. UMS Vice Chancellor Professor Datuk Dr Kasim Mansor said the MoU opens new avenues for joint research, technology development, knowledge transfer and specialised training between the university and industry partners. 'This partnership is about more than just conservation. It's about fostering a resilient, informed and science-led approach to marine stewardship,' he said during the signing ceremony at the university on Tuesday. Prompted by growing concerns over declining turtle populations, JSK sought technical advice from UMS, laying the groundwork for a structured conservation initiative. With guidance from UMS marine scientists, JSK successfully secured formal approval from the Sabah Wildlife Department to launch a turtle conservation programme. Several JSK staff members have since been trained and appointed as Honorary Wildlife Rangers, granting them legal authority to monitor beaches, relocate turtle nests and manage the JSK Turtle Hatchery. The initiative has already seen positive outcomes, with two green turtle (Chelonia mydas) nests protected so far, achieving a hatching success rate of over 90 per cent. In addition to JSK, four other industry players also signed MoU and Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with UMS. They are Sinar Majutera Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd, Osmosis Nutrition Sdn Bhd, Biocircular Technologies Sdn Bhd and VKL Enterprise. JSK Mantanani, Osmosis Nutrition and Biocircular Technologies will collaborate with the university's Borneo Marine Research Institute, while Sinar Majutera Travel & Tours will work with the Centre for Borneo Indigenous Studies and VKL Enterprise with the Faculty of Sustainable Agriculture. Present at the signing ceremony were JSK Mantanani Island Managing Director, Datuk Johnny Wong Chen Yee; Sinar Majutera Travel & Tours Managing Director, Datuk Seri Nasir Sakaran; Senior Manager of Osmosis Nutrition, Ng Weng Yee; Biocircular Technologies Managing Director, Lam Hua Wei and VKL Enterprise Managing Director, Sharizann Abdul Rahim.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Janaki V vs State of Kerala' box office collections day 5: Suresh Gopi's film stays steady; mints Rs 4.16 Cr
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Suresh Gopi 's return to the courtroom in 'Janaki V vs State of Kerala' continues to draw attention, with the film holding a steady line at the box office through its first five days. As reported by the Sacnilk website, after a reasonably strong four-day start, the legal drama added another Rs 27 lakhs on Monday, taking its total India net to Rs 4.16 crore. Slow but sure: The film's five-day journey 'JSK' opened on Thursday with Rs 1.1 crore, and while it didn't explode over the weekend, it managed to stay afloat — Rs 1 crore on Friday, followed by Rs 90 lakhs on Saturday and Rs 89 lakhs on Sunday. The Monday dip was natural, but the film still managed to pull in some footfall, especially in evening and night shows. Janaki V vs State Of Kerala - Official Trailer Interestingly, it's not just Kerala that's tuning in. Cities like Bengaluru and Chennai are showing decent numbers — Bengaluru, in fact, clocked in over 25% occupancy on Monday, far outpacing Kerala's metros like Kochi and Trivandrum. That's a strong sign the film is finding traction among Malayali diaspora audiences too. What's keeping audiences interested? There's something compelling about seeing Suresh Gopi back in his element — suited up, standing tall in court, voice booming with conviction. He's supported by a solid cast including Shruthi Ramachandran, Anupama Parameswaran, and Divya Pillai, all of whom bring emotional depth to a film that doesn't rely on gimmicks. Also the title controversy boosted the film's traction. 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 The courtroom drama genre isn't always an easy sell, but Janaki V vs State of Kerala has leaned into its subject matter with sincerity. Meanwhile there are also mixed reports for the film. Whether it sees a jump again by next weekend remains to be seen. But for now, it's holding its ground — and that, for a film of this kind, is no small win.
