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India.com
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Pushpa 2 actor Fahadh Faasil's 17-year-old phone with keypad is worth Rs 10 lakh, he still uses it because...
Actor Fahadh Faasil is known for his power-packed performances. Whether it is Pushpa 2 or Maheshinte Prathikaaram, the man has proved himself time and again. Recently, he has been in the limelight, and the reason will leave you stunned. Yes, the actor has been in the news for his mobile phone! While this may sound absurd to believe, it is indeed a fact. Scroll down to read about it. Why is Fahadh Faasil Still Using a Keypad Phone? Recently, Fahadh gained massive limelight for his unique keypad phone. On July 16, he attended a puja ceremony for his upcoming film Mollywood Times. A video from the event has been making headlines. The 42-year-old actor was seen using a keypad phone. Take a look here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Effin M (@chronograph_2022) How Much Does Fahadh Faasil's Keypad Phone Cost? As per a Hindustan Times report, Fahadh Faasil uses a Vertu Ascent Retro Classic Keypad Phone, a handcrafted luxury device made by the UK-based company Vertu, priced at USD 11,920 (over Rs 10 lakh). According to Vertu's official website, the model is out of stock and no longer in production. Reports suggest that this model, launched in 2008, is best known for its premium build quality, which remains one of its standout features. Why Does Fahadh Faasil Use a Keypad Phone? In 2023, Fahadh Faasil opened up about his decision not to promote his films through social media. During a conversation with Pinkvilla, he said, 'I never had a social media account. I was on Facebook in my college days, and that's all. I prefer to connect with people on a personal basis rather than on social media. I have always been like this, and I don't want to change.'
India Gazette
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
Actor Soubin Shahir granted anticipatory bail in 'Manjummel Boys' financial fraud case in Kochi
Kochi (Kerala) [India], July 8 (ANI): Actor Soubin Shahir was arrested in Kochi, allegedly in a financial fraud case related to the film 'Manjummel Boys'. The court had granted anticipatory bail, and he will be released after recording his arrest, as per the Kochi police. The police had registered a case against Soubin Shahir, an actor-producer, and Shawn Antony, a producer, on a complaint by Siraj Valiathara Hameed that they had not paid him the share of the profit made from the movie, despite his contribution of Rs 7 crore towards its production. Siraj, in his complaint, had mentioned that the producer duo did not even pay him his share of investment for making the movie and that they transferred the profits to their own accounts. This was a violation of the investment agreement he had executed with the producing company, as per the Kochi police. Earlier in 2024, after the success of 'Manjummel Boys', the Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched an investigation into alleged financial irregularities by Soubin's Parava Films. On the work front, Soubin started his film career as an assistant director in the industry with Siddique's Chronic Bachelor (2003). He is known for his works in Charlie (2015), Maheshinte Prathikaaram (2016), Kali (2016), Darvinte Parinamam (2016), Kammatipaadam (2016), Anuraga Karikkin Vellam (2016), Mayanadhi (2017), and Kumbalangi Nights. His first full lead role was in the film Sudani from Nigeria (2018) for which he won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor. In 2024, he played the role of Siju David in 'Manjummel Boys'. He also produced the movie. (ANI)
Mint
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Actor Soubin Shahir granted anticipatory bail in Manjummel Boys financial fraud case in Kochi
Kochi (Kerala) [India], July 8 (ANI): Actor Soubin Shahir was arrested in Kochi, allegedly in a financial fraud case related to the film 'Manjummel Boys'. The court had granted anticipatory bail, and he will be released after recording his arrest, as per the Kochi police. The police had registered a case against Soubin Shahir, an actor-producer, and Shawn Antony, a producer, on a complaint by Siraj Valiathara Hameed that they had not paid him the share of the profit made from the movie, despite his contribution of ₹ 7 crore towards its production. Siraj, in his complaint, had mentioned that the producer duo did not even pay him his share of investment for making the movie and that they transferred the profits to their own accounts. This was a violation of the investment agreement he had executed with the producing company, as per the Kochi police. Earlier in 2024, after the success of 'Manjummel Boys', the Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched an investigation into alleged financial irregularities by Soubin's Parava Films. On the work front, Soubin started his film career as an assistant director in the industry with Siddique's Chronic Bachelor (2003). He is known for his works in Charlie (2015), Maheshinte Prathikaaram (2016), Kali (2016), Darvinte Parinamam (2016), Kammatipaadam (2016), Anuraga Karikkin Vellam (2016), Mayanadhi (2017), and Kumbalangi Nights. His first full lead role was in the film Sudani from Nigeria (2018) for which he won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor. In 2024, he played the role of Siju David in 'Manjummel Boys'. He also produced the movie. (ANI)
