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India Today
27-05-2025
- General
- India Today
More containers from sunken ship wash ashore in Kerala, chemical spill feared
Four large containers have washed ashore along the Kerala coast in Thiruvananthapuram district, specifically in Varkala and Chirayinkeezhu taluks, heightening concern among local residents and fishing communities. The incident follows a statewide alert after a Liberian-flagged cargo ship carrying over 640 containers, including 13 with hazardous materials, sank off the Kochi coast on Sunday. Containers from the vessel have since been washing ashore across various parts of the have not yet confirmed the contents of the containers, though some are reported to contain bundled materials. The police have issued strict warnings urging the public to avoid touching or approaching the containers or any debris found Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Customs officials had confirmed that 29 containers washed up across the state, including 27 in Kollam and two in Alappuzha on Tuesday. Some containers are marked yellow and have visible plastic materials, while others remain sealed. At least one container in Alappuzha burst open after colliding with a seawall, spilling its contents onto the beach. Of particular concern are containers carrying calcium carbide, a chemical that can release highly flammable acetylene gas upon contact with seawater. The Office of the Chief Commissioner of Customs, Thiruvananthapuram Zone, has strongly advised the public to stay away from any floating or beached containers or debris, warning of the potential danger. The Customs Department has also cautioned that unauthorised removal or pilferage of cargo, which is non-duty paid, is illegal. Surveillance efforts are ongoing along the coast, with Customs Marine and Preventive Units working in coordination with other agencies to secure affected areas. All zones where containers have been located have been cordoned off, and the public is prohibited from approaching within 200 are also managing the environmental fallout from the shipwreck, which resulted in a major oil spill. The ICG reported that the vessel was carrying over 450 metric tonnes of diesel and furnace oil, which are now leaking into the sea. In Thiruvananthapuram, the container sightings have heightened anxiety among residents. Fishing is the primary livelihood in the area, and locals fear the uncertainty could have long-term impacts. Martin, a resident, said, 'People here are scared. To address their concern, the government should make clear what is inside these containers. Many people here depend on fishing. People will be scared to buy fish from now on citing that the water had chemical content. So the government should adopt measures to make people understand the reality. We also hope these containers are removed from here soon.'Near one of the beaches where the containers washed ashore, a tea stall operated by a couple, Shobhana and Pathrose, remains busy. The couple described their initial concern but said they felt reassured after speaking with officials. 'Chemical is the only concern. But the chemical is heavy so it won't reach the shore. It won't float is what we understand. That's what the officials said. The natural change in weather is a concern. On top of that, this happened. But as per officials, nothing will happen so there is ultimately nothing major to worry about,' they added, 'We saw in the news that we should not touch or go near this. We didn't go when we got to know this. Officers said that it's tea, milk powder and all that was found. Now there is no tension as such.'Michael, another resident, said locals were taking precautions. 'We are residents of this locality. These containers are empty. We didn't go near this still. Police asked us not to go near it. Many people came here to see it but nobody crossed the barricade that they have kept. They told us it's danger to go near it. It will be difficult to remove it from here.'Kerala Finance Minister KN Balagopal tried to ease public fears, stating: 'Everyone has to stay vigilant for the next 72 hours also. There is no alarming situation like what we expected initially. These containers that have been spotted are all empty. It doesn't have anything hazardous. The procedure now is to remove these from here. We needed Customs approval for opening this. They have given approval. By tomorrow we will remove these from here.' advertisementIN THIS STORY#Kerala
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mohanlal's Thudarum OTT release date announced. When and where to watch the history-making Malayalam movie
After a phenomenal run in cinema theatres, Malayalam blockbuster Thudarum is now headed to digital platforms or OTTs. The film, which hit theatres on April 25, 2025, will make its OTT debut on May 30 via JioHotstar, streaming in five languages: Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi. Given its family-oriented theme, emotional storytelling, and the star power of Mohanlal and Shobhana , the film is set to find a new fan base among OTT audiences. The timing of this release is significant, as it comes after the film rewrote box office history by grossing an unprecedented Rs 100 crore in Kerala alone. This feat places Thudarum among the highest-grossing Malayalam films ever, and its OTT release is now poised to broaden its already massive reach. Directed by Tharun Moorthy, Thudarum resonated strongly with both critics and audiences, turning its critical acclaim into a commercial juggernaut. While most Malayalam films rely on pan-India audiences to cross the Rs 100 crore mark, Thudarum achieved this milestone solely within Kerala, making it a rare and remarkable success story in regional cinema. Now, the film's OTTis expected to bring in a fresh wave of viewers, especially those who missed catching it in theatres. A Story Rooted in Emotion and Simplicity At the heart of Thudarum is a simple yet profound story. Set in the tranquil hill town of Ranni, the film follows Shanmughan, a modest taxi driver whose life revolves around his aging Ambassador car, a symbol of pride and nostalgia. When circumstances force him into a moral and emotional trial, he must decide how far he's willing to go for the things he holds most dear. This grounded, character-driven narrative is a hallmark of Tharun Moorthy's filmmaking. In Thudarum, he once again proves his knack for extracting depth from seemingly ordinary lives. The Return of a Legendary Pairing One of the key elements that fueled the buzz around Thudarum was the reunion of Mohanlal and Shobhana after nearly two decades. Their on-screen chemistry, which has stood the test of time, was previously seen in beloved Malayalam classics like Manichithrathazhu, Thenmavin Kombathu, and Mambazhakkalam. Thudarum marks their 56th collaboration and brings a nostalgic charm that appealed strongly to fans. Shobhana's role in the film has been widely appreciated, with critics praising her poise and emotional depth. Mohanlal delivered a nuanced performance that reminded viewers why he continues to be one of Indian cinema's most enduring and versatile actors. A Birthday Amid Success Thudarum's roaring success coincides with a major personal milestone for Mohanlal, who turned 65 on May 21, 2025. Social media was flooded with birthday wishes from fans, industry peers, and dignitaries—including Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. It was a fitting celebration for an actor whose recent hits, including L2: Empuraan and Thudarum, have reaffirmed his star power. Celebrating both his birthday and the triumph of his latest film, Mohanlal also announced two new philanthropic initiatives through his ViswaSanthi Foundation, highlighting his continued commitment to public welfare alongside his cinematic contributions.
Pink Villa
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Thudarum Kerala Box Office 1 Month: Mohanlal starrer family entertainer grosses Rs 116 crore in 31 days
Thudarum, starring Mohanlal and Shobhana, not only won over the audience but also at the box office. Directed by Tharun Moorthy, the family entertainer kicked off with Rs 5 crore and went on to emerge as the first ever Malayalam movie to score over the Rs 100 crore mark in Kerala. The movie has now completed its one month at the box office. Bankrolled by Rejaputhra Visual Media, Thudarum added around Rs 2.40 crore in its 5th weekend, with Rs 1.10 crore coming on Day 31 (5th Sunday). The all-time blockbuster movie witnessed a never-before-seen trend at the box office. The Mohanlal starrer is now standing at Rs 116 crore after one month of its run in its home turf. The worldwide gross collection of Thudarum is around Rs 225 crore, only behind Manjummel Boys (Rs 242 crore) and L2 Empuraan (Rs 265 crore). The much-loved movie is expected to wind its theatrical run somewhere around Rs 125 crore in Kerala, while its global cume could be around Rs 235 crore to Rs 240 crore. It will be interesting to see how it fares in the coming days. Day-wise box office collections of Thudarum are as follows: Day Gross Kerala collection 1 Rs 5.10 crore 2 Rs 7.00 crore 3 Rs 8.20 crore 4 Rs 6.85 crore 5 Rs 6.50 crore 6 Rs 6.30 crore 7 Rs 7.05 crore 8 Rs 5.65 crore 9 Rs 6.35 crore 10 Rs 7.50 crore 11 Rs 5.30 crore 12 Rs 4.50 crore 13 Rs 4 crore 14 Rs 3.35 crore 15 Rs 3 crore 16 Rs 3.80 crore 17 Rs 4.80 crore 18 Rs 2.70 crore 19 Rs 2.30 crore 20 Rs 1.90 crore 21 Rs 1.35 crore 22 Rs 1.50 crore 23 Rs 1.80 crore 24 Rs 2.00 crore 25 Rs 1.25 crore 26 Rs 1.20 crore 27 Rs 1.30 crore 28 Rs 1.20 crore 29 Rs 0.60 crore 30 Rs 0.70 crore 31 Rs 1.10 crore (est.) Total Rs 116.15 crore (est.) Thudarum is in cinemas now Thudarum is now playing in cinemas. You can book your tickets from the online ticket booking web portals or grab them from the counter itself. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates.
Pink Villa
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Thudarum Kerala Box Office Day 28: Mohanlal starrer continues trailblazing run, adds Rs 1.20 crore
Thudarum, starring Mohanlal in the lead role, is holding well at the box office. Released on April 25th, the movie is running in its fourth week. It will soon complete its one-month theatrical run at the box office. The Mohanlal and Shobhana starrer turned out to be a big success for the makers. Directed by Tharun Moorthy, the family entertainer clocked over Rs 100 crore in Kerala alone in 19 days and became the first movie to achieve this record. As per estimates, the movie collected Rs 1.20 crore on Day 28, bringing the total cume to Rs 113.75 crore gross at the Kerala box office. It will face Tovino Thomas starrer Narivetta from May 23rd onwards. Let's see how the movie performs in its 5th weekend. Day-wise box office collections of Thudarum are as follows: Day Gross Kerala collection 1 Rs 5.10 crore 2 Rs 7.00 crore 3 Rs 8.20 crore 4 Rs 6.85 crore 5 Rs 6.50 crore 6 Rs 6.30 crore 7 Rs 7.05 crore 8 Rs 5.65 crore 9 Rs 6.35 crore 10 Rs 7.50 crore 11 Rs 5.30 crore 12 Rs 4.50 crore 13 Rs 4 crore 14 Rs 3.35 crore 15 Rs 3 crore 16 Rs 3.80 crore 17 Rs 4.80 crore 18 Rs 2.70 crore 19 Rs 2.30 crore 20 Rs 1.90 crore 21 Rs 1.35 crore 22 Rs 1.50 crore 23 Rs 1.80 crore 24 Rs 2.00 crore 25 Rs 1.25 crore 26 Rs 1.20 crore 27 Rs 1.30 crore 28 Rs 1.20 crore (est.) Total Rs 113.75 crore (est.) Thudarum is in cinemas now Thudarum is now playing in cinemas. You can book your tickets from the online ticket booking web portals or grab them from the counter itself. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates. Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and our research. The figures can be approximate, and Pinkvilla does not make any claims about the authenticity of the data. However, they are adequately indicative of the box-office performance of the films in question.
Pink Villa
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Thudarum Box Office Benchmarks: Mohanlal's mega-blockbuster scripts history; sells highest 43.50 lakh tickets on BookMyShow
Mohanlal starrer Thudarum continues to storm the box office. The Malayalam movie has broken many records and kept on doing so even in its 4th week. Starring Mohanlal and Shobhana, the movie has now bagged another massive milestone for a Malayalam movie. Backed by Rejaputhra Visual Media, the family entertainer wrote history by selling the highest number of tickets via BookMyShow among Malayalam movies. The movie sold around 43.50 lakh (4.35 Million) tickets on BMS and topped the charts. It crossed the previous record holder, Manjummel Boys, which had registered around 4.30 million admissions on the same ticket-booking platform. As Thudarum continues to gain traction, it will be interesting to see how far the movie can go from here on. Interestingly, Mohanlal's previous release L2 Empuraan had sold around 3.75 million tickets during its entire run and now stands at the third spot among the top admissions for Malayalam movies via BookMyShow. Two out of the top five movies in this list belong to Lalettan. For the unversed, Thudarum has grossed around Rs 110 crore in Kerala. It will face a new competition from May 23rd as Tovino Thomas' Narivetta is hitting the screens. It will be interesting to see how the movie performs in its fifth week. Top 5 Malayalam Films by Ticket Sales on BookMyShow: Thudarum – 4.35M*+ ManjummelBoys – 4.30M Empuraan – 3.75M Aavesham – 3.00M Aadujeevitham – 2.92M Thudarum in cinemas Thudarum is playing in cinemas nearby. You can book your tickets from the online ticket-booking websites or grab them from the counter itself. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates.
