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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kerala Crimes Files 2 set to premiere on THIS date; second teaser builds suspense
The highly anticipated second season of the Malayalam web series Kerala Crime Files has finally gotten its premiere date. Titled Kerala Crime Files: The Hunt for CPO Ambili, the new season intensifies the mystery and drama with a gripping storyline that has already started generating buzz online. The recently released second teaser builds suspense masterfully, offering glimpses into a high-stakes investigation while withholding a clear verdict on the central character, Civil Police Officer Ambili Raju. The role is portrayed by acclaimed actor Indrans, whose performance is already being hailed as one of the season's biggest highlights. The series marks the return of popular actors Aju Varghese and Lal, who reprise their roles from the first season that struck a chord with Malayalam web series viewers. Joining the ensemble this time is Arjun Radhakrishnan , known for his compelling performances in Rocket Boys, Ullozhukku, and Kannur Squad. He plays a leading role in the investigation that unfolds around the sudden disappearance of CPO Ambili Raju . The story kicks off when a blood-stained mobile phone is discovered in a drainage ditch, prompting an intense police inquiry. With Ambili missing and clues pointing in his direction, the case spirals into a complex web of doubt and deception. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo Alongside the lead cast, the series boasts a strong supporting lineup including Harishree Ashokan, Renjit Shekar, Sanju Sanichen, Suresh Babu, Navas Vallikkunnu, Noorin Shereef, Jeo Baby, Fara Shibla, and Bilas Chandrasekharan. Kerala Crime Files Season 2 is helmed by director Ahammed Khabeer, with a screenplay by Bahul Ramesh—best known for the critically acclaimed film Kishkinda Kaandam. The music is composed by Hesham Abdul Wahab , adding a moody and immersive layer to the tense narrative. The series will have its much-awaited premiere on June 20.
New Indian Express
03-06-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
Parvathy Thiruvothu criticises Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan over delay in implementing Hema Committee reforms
Actor Parvathy Thiruvothu has sharply criticised the Kerala government for its inaction over the long-pending Hema Committee report, calling out the administration's failure to implement promised reforms more than five years after the report's submission in 2019. Taking to Instagram, Parvathy tagged Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in a story that read: 'Now can we focus on the actual reason this committee was formed? Putting policies in place to help make regulations in the industry? What is happening with that? No rush, eh? It's only been five and a half years since the report was submitted.' The Ullozhukku actor's remarks come at a time when reports have surfaced that the police intend to drop the remaining cases registered based on the Hema Committee's findings. Of the 35 cases initially filed by the Special Investigation Team (SIT), 21 have already been closed. The remaining 14 are also likely to be withdrawn, with police citing the complainants' unwillingness to pursue legal proceedings.
Indian Express
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Kalpana never got the recognition she deserved from cinema,' says sister Urvashi: ‘She would have received many good roles today'
'Kalpana should have been alive today,' Urvashi said without missing a beat. Was it the beloved elder sister or the unparalleled co-star she missed the most? Not sure. But I could see Urvashi's eyes glittering and her face lighting up as she began speaking about Kalpana. A moment or two later, I realised that those must have been the same reactions she noticed in me too, as we were discussing one of our favourite artistes; a talent like no other. In an exclusive conversation with SCREEN, legendary South Indian actor Urvashi spoke in depth about her late elder sister Kalpana and how she influenced her, not just as a sibling, but as someone who brought joy to those around her by putting a smile on their faces. 'She influenced me in every way. As actors, all our mannerisms came from our mother. Even when talking at home or on the phone, one couldn't tell if it's mom, me or Kalpana. In Tamil Nadu, it's easy for the people to recognise because mom and Kalpana's Tamil had a Malayalam accent. Since I didn't have that, they identified me that way,' she observed. 'As for acting, nobody really influenced me because I didn't come into the world of cinema with that kind of passion or desire. But personally, Kalpana influenced me a lot. Her spontaneous humour… that flow she had… the ability to capture an audience so charmingly. That skill is very rare among women. I haven't seen anyone else like her,' Urvashi recalled. 'Not just now… Even when she was in school, there was always an audience around her. The senior girls in tenth grade would say, 'Kalpana, please come join us,' and take her home to get her to make them laugh. And she'd take me along too. We (Urvashi and their eldest sister Kalaranjini) received special treatment from others for being Kalpana's sisters. She was that popular,' she added. Nonetheless, Urvashi also strongly emphasised that Kalpana never got the recognition she deserved from cinema. When asked whether Kalpana would have received extraordinary roles — like the one Urvashi played in director Christo Tomy's Ullozhukku, which earned her a sixth Kerala State Film Award for Best Actress — she agreed. The acting legend also shared her belief that Kalpana would have managed to break the glass ceiling, too, and move beyond the stereotypical roles she often received. 'Kalpana should have been alive today, I often wish. I still do. Today's directors have such foresight. I'm not undermining the old directors, nor intentionally praising the new ones. However, those today have the courage to take creative risks. Take an artiste like Indrans, for example. (If not for today's filmmakers) The talent within him would have never come out. He has immense knowledge about costumes, a classic way of thinking, and reads extensively. Today's directors gave him the platform to express those things,' she pointed out. Urvashi continued, 'The last role that Kalpana did in Charlie (the 2015 Martin Prakkat directorial featuring Dulquer Salmaan and Parvathy Thiruvothu in the lead roles) is an example. Certainly, she could have done many good roles. Maybe even Ullozhukku itself, Kalpana could have done beautifully.' Anandu Suresh is a Senior sub-editor at Indian Express Online. He specialises in Malayalam cinema, but doesn't limit himself to it and explores various aspects of the art form. He also pens a column titled Cinema Anatomy, where he delves extensively into the diverse layers and dimensions of cinema, aiming to uncover deeper meanings and foster continuous discourse. Anandu previously worked with The New Indian Express' news desk in Hyderabad, Telangana. You can follow him on Twitter @anandu_suresh_ and write (or send movie recommendations) to him at ... Read More
