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Indian Express
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Step inside actor Malavika Mohanan's ‘Kerala inspired Mumbai home', with Athangudi tiles, dark wood interiors and artefacts from her life
Actor Malavika Mohanan invited fans to tour her home in Mumbai in an episode of Gate Crashes by Mashable India, a series where celebrities give their fans a look into their homes and their personal lives. Malavika has transformed the house into a 'memory box' of Kerala, with traditional tiles, furniture and a lot of plants. She began the tour by describing her place as a 'Kerala Oasis in the midst of Mumbai,' and said that she wanted to create something that was inspired by her roots. She talked about loving houses built in the 'Nalikettu' style, and always dreamt of having such a house herself. 'I have seen Nalikettu houses in a lot of Mani Ratnam films, and it used to be a part of a lot of old traditional homes in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, and it looks beautiful. I can't make it in an apartment, but otherwise I would have,' she said. ALSO READ: Take a look inside Hrithik Roshan's family home Malavika refused to take credit for her beautiful home, though, and said, 'My mother decked the whole place by herself. She has a lovely eye for interiors, as you can see.' She then began describing the 'hero' elements of her home, starting with her floor, which was inspired by traditional Athangudi tiles, which hail from a village in Tamil Nadu by the same name, and is quite famous for its Chettinad furniture. She calls the tiles the 'statement piece' of the house. She pointed out the dark wood furniture and artefacts and paintings from South India, including a beautiful Tanjore painting. Malavika explained how she loves vintage Tanjore paintings and how one can look for them in places like Madurai, where people are discarding them for the price of peanuts. She showed off her plants and the Mandir that was also inspired by South Indian culture and said, 'The Mandir was the first thing built in the home; they designated the corner for it, and the rest of the house was constructed after its completion.' Malavika then showed her fans her balcony, which was filled with plants and acts as a 'place of solace and peace for her'. She shared that her mother is very fond of out-of-the-box items, and she buys something from wherever she travels, and how their mutual love for animal artefacts has made their house into sort of a jungle. Malavika admitted that her entire family is a 'sucker for traditional things'.
India.com
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Malavika Mohanan's White Saree Look In Keralas Backwaters Goes Viral — Everything You Need To Know About The Sensational Star
photoDetails english 2900645 South Indian actress Malavika Mohanan has taken the internet by storm with her recent photoshoot in a classic white saree set against the serene backdrop of Kerala's backwaters. The aesthetic visuals, oozing 'desi Pinterest vibes', have gone viral and are being adored by fans across social media. Updated:May 13, 2025, 05:56 PM IST Who is Malavika Mohanan? 1 / 7 Malavika Mohanan is a popular actress in the South Indian film industry, primarily working in Tamil and Malayalam cinema. She is the daughter of renowned cinematographer K.U. Mohanan. The Viral Saree Look 2 / 7 Malavika went viral after posting photos of herself in a simple yet elegant white saree with black borders, captured during a trip through Kerala's scenic backwaters. The look has been praised for its timeless appeal and minimalistic beauty. Acting Debut and Film Journey 3 / 7 Malavika made her acting debut in the Malayalam film Pattam Pole (2013). She gained critical acclaim for her performance in Majid Majidi's Hindi film Beyond the Clouds (2017). She later starred in the Malayalam thriller The Great Father (2017), and made her mark in Tamil cinema with hits like Petta (2019) and Master (2021). From Journalism Aspirations to Acting 4 / 7 Before entering the film industry, Malavika aspired to become a journalist or cinematographer. She completed a degree in Mass Media from Wilson College, Mumbai. How She Transitioned into Acting 5 / 7 After graduation, while considering further studies, Malavika accompanied her father to a shoot for a fairness cream commercial. Veteran actor Mammootty, who starred in the ad, noticed her potential and inquired about her interest in acting. He was on the lookout for a lead actress for a Malayalam film opposite his son Dulquer Salmaan. After some thought, Malavika auditioned, landed the role in Pattam Pole, and gradually honed her acting skills during the filming process. Fans Are Loving It 6 / 7 Fans are going gaga over her latest look, describing it as both aesthetically pleasing and authentically rooted in tradition. The candid images of her enjoying the peaceful backwaters have only added to the charm. Previous Saree Moments 7 / 7 This isn't the first time Malavika has wowed fans with her saree looks. She previously impressed the internet with a stunning red embroidered saree during Onam celebrations, proving her knack for making traditional wear look effortlessly chic.
Time of India
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Malavika Mohanan exposes double standards in the film industry, questions "When will this bias end?"
Malavika Mohanan , who made her debut with the Malayalam film ' Pattam Pole ', has steadily captured the hearts of Tamil audiences with her performances in popular films like 'Petta', 'Master', and 'Thangalaan'. Currently, she is busy shooting for ' Sardar 2', a sequel that has already created a lot of buzz. Known for her bold opinions and candid interviews, Malavika recently opened up about a pressing issue she has observed in the film industry, the deep-rooted gender bias. Actors wearing a 'Mask' of respectfulness, says Malavika Mohanan In a recent interview with Hauterrfly , Malavika Mohanan pointed out how some actors in the industry project a false image of being respectful towards women. "There are a few actors who put on a facade, wearing a 'mask' at the right time to earn a good reputation," she said. She revealed that over the past five years, she has come across many such individuals who cleverly maintain this dual image, acting differently when the cameras are off. Malavika shares her eye-opening experiences over five years by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like There are holes in her heart! Please help my daughter! Donate For Health Donate Now Undo Malavika Mohanan elaborated that these actors know exactly when to speak and behave in a way that earns them public approval, especially concerning women's issues. However, their true nature often emerges when they are away from the spotlight. She shared her disappointment at witnessing this hypocrisy firsthand, noting how vastly some personalities change once the cameras stop rolling. Malavika calls for an end to deep-rooted gender discrimination Questioning the need for such pretenses, Malavika Mohanan strongly criticized the lingering disparity between how men and women are treated in the industry. "This mindset of seeing men one way and women another has deeply rooted itself in cinema," she said. Expressing her frustration, she wondered aloud when this discriminatory attitude would finally end. Her brave comments have once again highlighted the ongoing need for real change behind the glamour of the silver screen.
New Indian Express
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Malavika Mohanan slams male co-stars for misogynistic behavior
Actor Malavika Mohanan has spoken out again about the unfair treatment of women in the film industry. In a recent interview with Hauterrfly , she said that many male actors are pretending to be feminists in public, but their real behaviour tells a different story. Malavika said that even though people talk about change, the gender gap in the film industry is still very real. 'I don't think this disparity has ever ended in the film industry,' she said. 'Men have gotten smart. I've seen many male actors, especially in the last five to six years, who know how to act woke.' She explained that these actors know the right things to say in public to seem like they support women. They talk about treating women equally and being progressive. But behind the scenes, she has seen these same people behave in a completely opposite way. 'They become the most misogynistic person ever,' she said. 'It's hypocrisy.' Malavika's words point to a serious problem where some men in the film industry wear a mask of feminism for the public but don't actually practise it in real life. According to her, this kind of fake behaviour is harmful and dishonest. In the same interview, she also spoke about how female actors are judged for their looks. She said that in the South Indian film industry, there's a strange obsession with showing the navel, and people often comment on her body. 'I used to be very confused at first because I grew up in Mumbai,' she said. 'It was very new to me that people were so focused on the navel. You even see photos online where they zoom into a woman's body. The navel obsession is real.' She said she often gets comments about her weight whenever she gains or loses a little. This shows how much pressure women face to look a certain way in films, rather than being valued for their talent. Despite all this, Malavika continues to focus on her work. She is seen acting alongside Mohanlal for the first time in Hridayapoorvam , a film directed by Sathyan Anthikad.
Hindustan Times
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Malavika Mohanan slams male actors for faking feminism: ‘They know how to put on the mask of being woke'
Actor Malavika Mohanan has slammed the deep-rooted misogyny in the film industry. She has criticised male co-stars who pretend to be feminists, saying they "know how to put on a mask. Also read: Malavika Mohanan admits 'navel obsession' is very real in South films, recalls being trolled for being too skinny Malavika shared her views during an interview with Hauterrfly. Malavika said, "I don't think this disparity has ever ended in the film industry. I also think that men have really gotten smart, and I have seen this in a lot of male actors, suddenly, in the last 5–6 years, they know how to put on the mask of being woke." She added, 'They know exactly what lines to say that make them come across like a feminist, as a very forward-thinking person, someone who treats women as equals. And I have seen them go back from the public eye and become the most misogynistic person ever. It's hypocrisy." In 2024, Malavika starred in the Tamil film Thangalaan and the Hindi film Yudhra. She will soon share the screen with Prabhas in the Telugu film The Raja Saab. The film also stars Nidhhi Agerwal and Riddhi Kumar. Sanjay Dutt is rumoured to play a cameo in the film, though an official announcement has yet to be made. The film went on floors in 2022 but was officially announced in 2024. She will also be seen with Karthi in the Tamil film Sardar 2, apart from Hridayapoorvam in Malayalam. Malavika will be acting with Mohanlal for the first time in Hridayapoorvam, directed by Sathyan Anthikad. Recently, she hit back at fan pointing out 33 year age gap between her and Mohanlal. A fan wrote, '65 year old man playing the love interest of a 30 year old. What is with these veteran actors desperate to play roles that don't fit their ages?' Mohanlal is 64 and Malavika is 31. She hit back, asking them who said she was romancing Mohanlal in the film, 'who told you it's a love interest? Stop judging people and a film with your half baked baseless assumptions.'
