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Time of India
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Directors Khalid Rahman and Ashraf Hamza to be suspended over drug case, CONFIRMS FEFKA president
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Film Employees Federation of Kerala (FEFKA) President Sibi Malayil has confirmed that directors Khalid Rahman and Ashraf Hamza will be suspended following their recent arrest in connection with a drug-related case. Suspension in response to rising drug concerns The directors were arrested by the excise department for allegedly possessing hybrid ganja. The arrest took place after a raid on a flat in Kochi early on Sunday morning, where 1.5 grams of the drug was seized. The flat, reportedly rented by cinematographer Sameer Thahir, was raided by the excise team around 2 am. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Villas In Dubai | Search Ads View Deals Undo FEFKA's action to tackle drug abuse Talking to On Manorama, Sibi Malayil emphasized that this suspension is part of a broader initiative to curb the increasing concerns of drug use within the Malayalam film industry. He stated that, as there are several cases of an increase in drug abuse inside the Malayalam film industry, they have decided to take strict action. A seven-member committee established FEFKA has been actively working on improving internal monitoring, and as part of this effort, a seven-member committee has been stationed at film locations since March to keep a check on drug use. The popular director Siby Malayil also referred to a previous instance when a makeup artist caught using drugs was suspended under FEFKA's guidance. Cooperation with law enforcement The FEFKA president further assured that the organization would fully cooperate with law enforcement in any investigations related to drug use in the industry. Despite the suspension, Khalid Rahman and Ashrad Hamza were later released on station bail. Alappuzha Gymkhana | Song - Panjara Punch On the other hand, Khalid Rahman's recent outing was the entertainer film 'Alappuzha Gymkhana', which received a decent 3.5-star rating from ETimes. The Naslen starrer also raked in good numbers at the box office.
Time of India
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Khalid Rahman, Ashraf Hamza among three held for hybrid ganja possession
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) In a late-night raid, Malayalam film directors Khalid Rahman and Ashraf Hamza , along with a third individual, Shalif Mohammed, were arrested by the Excise Department in Kochi for possession of hybrid ganja . 2 am raid According to Mathrubhumi News, the operation took place around 2 am on Sunday at a flat near the Gosree Bridge, reportedly owned by cinematographer Sameer Thahir. Authorities recovered 1.6 grams of hybrid ganja from the premises. Granted station bail Following their arrest, the trio was granted station bail. Sources from the Excise Department confirmed that the raid was carried out based on confidential information, highlighting growing concerns about drug use within the industry. Alappuzha Gymkhana | Song - Panjara Punch On the work front, Khalid Rahman's recent outing was the Naslen starrer 'Alappuzha Gymkhana' which turned out to be a superhit with glowing reviews. Update on Shine Tom Chacko case Meanwhile, the Malayalam film industry witnessed another controversy involving actor Shine Tom Chacko earlier this week. Actress Vincy Aloshious filed a formal complaint against Shine, accusing him of drug use and inappropriate behavior on a film set. The matter was addressed during an internal committee meeting held in Kochi, where Shine Tom Chacko apologised to Vincy and the committee members, assuring them that he would maintain professionalism going forward. He insisted that his behavior was not intentional. What was the issue? Following the meeting, the Kerala Film Body issued Shine Tom Chacko a final warning. Vincy had earlier made a strong statement during a "No to Drugs" campaign, vowing not to work with actors who use drugs. Her comments sparked widespread discussion, leading her to release a clarifying video on Instagram where she explained the uncomfortable situation she and a colleague faced due to an inebriated co-actor.
