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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Chandu Salimkumar slams Vinayakan: 'Same person who praised my father now criticises him'
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) A Facebook post by actor Vinayakan has triggered sharp reactions in the Malayalam film industry, particularly from Chandu Salimkumar, son of veteran actor Salim Kumar . Vinayakan, in a now-deleted post shared on the last day, said against individuals who speak out against drug abuse, mocking them as 'alcohol addicts' who have 'ruined all their organs' yet preach to the youth. His controversial post equated alcohol, cannabis, and even women as intoxicants, questioning the credibility of those attempting to raise awareness. Vinayakan also called such people 'dead bodies' who should stay away from public platforms and claimed cinema itself was a drug, accusing others of trying to push their children into the industry for profit. Soon after the post went viral, and later deleted, the netizens started speculating whether the 'Jailer' actor was aiming at Salim Kumar. Vinayakan steps into controversy over 'Who is Oommen Chandy' statement Chandu Salim Kumar's response - 'When Vinayakan first met me…' Chandu Salimkumar hit back directly in a Facebook thread. Recalling a personal interaction, Chandu wrote, 'When Vinayakan first met me, he said, 'These so-called senior actors always kept me at a distance. But your father… he was the only one who stood by me.' That's the kind of person my father is. And now, the same person is saying all this.' Chandu called out Vinayakan's contradictory behaviour, noting that his current stance disregards the compassion once shown to him. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo He added that people battling addiction and striving to recover deserve to speak about their experiences and spread awareness. 'Only those who've lived through it know its true impact,' he wrote. 'If someone made a remark about your mother or sister…' Chandu also took issue with the implications of Vinayakan's messaging at public events. 'You can't go to community programs and say, 'Everyone go drink and ruin your liver like I did,'' he said. He emphasized that people are trying to rebuild their lives and that condemning their efforts sends a dangerous message. Chandu questioned whether speaking against drug use is now considered a crime and closed his rebuttal with a pointed analogy: 'If someone made a remark about your mother or sister at home, would you say it's just the language? You wouldn't. Then why make light of this?' On the work front, Vinayakan will be next seen in Mammootty's 'Kalamkaval'. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
India Today
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Malayalam actor Vinayakan arrested for creating nuisance under alcohol influence
Malayalam actor Vinayakan was arrested on Thursday after he allegedly created a nuisance under the influence of alcohol at a hotel. He was later released on bail. This is not the first time that Vinayakan is facing action for his disorderly behaviour. A few months ago, he was reprimanded for hurling abuse at a neighbour in a inebriated to reports, Vinayakan stayed at a hotel from May 2 as he was shooting for a movie nearby. While checking out of the hotel, he created a ruckus in an intoxicated complaint from the hotel staff, he was arrested by the Anchalummoodu police station. He was taken for a medical check-up, after which a case was filed against him under section 118 (a) (found in a public place, in an intoxicated manner) of the Kerala Police Act. "He was very drunk and was shouting at everyone, even the police," said an officer, according to a PTI of Vinayakan's associates came to his rescue. The 'Jailer' actor was later released on bail after his associate pledged surety for the past, there have been many instances where Vinayakan was accused of creating a nuisance in public places under the influence of alcohol. He was also called out for his unruly behaviour by his neighbours and many other people.
News18
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Jailer Actor Vinayakan Arrested Again For Drinking And Disorderly Behaviour In Kerala
Last Updated: Earlier in January, he found himself at the centre of a controversy after a video surfaced online showing him verbally abusing a neighbour. Malayalam actor Vinayakan, known for his role in Rajinikanth's starrer Jailer, was arrested in Kollam, Kerala, for allegedly causing a disturbance at a hotel while under the influence of alcohol. The incident occurred during his checkout from a hotel where he had been staying since May 2 for a film shoot. The video has also gone viral on social media. Hindustan Times has reported that Vinayakan was taken into custody on May 8 in Anchalummoodu, Kerala, after he screamed at hotel authorities upon being asked to complete check-out formalities. Following this, the hotel staff called the police, who arrived and took Vinayakan into custody. A case has also been filed against the actor under section 118 (a) (found in a public place, in an intoxicated manner) of the Kerala Police Act at the Anchalummoodu station. Reportedly, he was released on bail later. Earlier, Vinayakan landed in controversy for his unruly behaviour in public. In September last year, while flying from Kochi to Goa, the actor got into a scuffle with CISF personnel at the airport. The actor was allegedly drunk at that time, too. In January, he found himself at the centre of a controversy after a video surfaced online showing him verbally abusing a neighbour. The video, which quickly went viral, has sparked widespread criticism. It shows Vinayakan aggressively yelling at his neighbour from the balcony of his home and also displaying indecent behaviour by removing his mundu (dhoti). During this angry outburst, the actor also falls to the ground but he keeps screaming obscenities and exposing himself. The video has been trending on X (formerly known as Twitter) since morning. Following the backlash, Vinakayan issued a public apology, acknowledging his actions and expressing regret for the incident. The actor took to Facebook to write in Malayalam which is loosely translated in English as, 'As a film actor and as a person, I cannot handle many issues. I apologise to the public for all the negative energy that has come from my side. Let the discussions continue." On the work front, Vinayakan will reportedly be seen next in Karinthandan and Dhruva Natchathiram. The actor is known for his works in Malayalam and Tamil films. In Malayalam, he was last seen in Unni Mukundan's Rs 100-crore grosser, Marco. In Rajinikanth's Tamil film, Jailer, he played the role of Varman. First Published:
The Hindu
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Malayalam actor Vinayakan arrested for drunk, disorderly behaviour; released later
Malayalam actor Vinayakan was on Thursday (May 8, 2025) arrested for allegedly creating a nuisance at a hotel in Kollam, Kerala, while under the influence of alcohol and later released on station bail. An officer of Anchalummoodu police station said that the actor had been staying at the hotel since May 2 as part of a move shoot nearby and during checkout on Thursday, he created a scene at the establishment while intoxicated. The police were called and he was taken for a medical check-up and then to the Anchalummoodu police station where a case under Section 118 (a) (found in a public place, in an intoxicated manner) of the Kerala Police Act was registered against him, the officer said. "He was shouting at everyone, even the police," he said. According to visuals on TV channels, the Jailer actor was seen shouting at the police inside the station also. The officer said that the actor was released on station bail, following one of his associates standing as surety for him. This is not the first time the actor has been arrested for creating a ruckus while intoxicated. There have been several similar incidents in the past.
Hindustan Times
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Jailer, Marco actor Vinayakan again creates ruckus while allegedly drunk, arrested for drunk & disorderly behaviour
Malayalam actor Vinayakan, best known for his role as the antagonist in Rajinikanth's blockbuster Jailer, was arrested in Kerala on Thursday for drunk and disorderly behaviour. The actor allegedly created a ruckus outside the hotel where he had been staying earlier this month and was apprehended by the police. Reports stated that the actor was released on bail later. (Also read: Malayalam actor Vinayakan arrested at Hyderabad airport for 'causing ruckus') Republic reported that Vinayakan was taken into custody on May 8 in Anchalummoodu, Kerala, after he created a scene and screamed at hotel authorities upon being asked to complete check-out formalities. The actor had been staying in the hotel for some time while shooting a film close to the location. After the hotel staff called the cops, the police arrived and took Vinayakan into custody. A case was filed against the actor under section 118 (a) (found in a public place, in an intoxicated manner) of the Kerala Police Act at the Anchalummoodu station. Visuals of the actor screaming at hotel staff have emerged on social media as well. Republic quoted a police officer as confirming that the actor was indeed drunk. 'He was drunk and was shouting at everyone, even the police," said an official from the Anchalummoodu police station. This is not the first time that Vinayakan has courted controversy over his unruly behaviour in public. In September last year, while flying from Kochi to Goa, the actor got into a scuffle with CISF personnel at the airport. The actor was allegedly drunk at that time, too. In January this year, he faced flak after a video of him yelling at his neighbour went viral. Born in Kerala, Vinayakan is known for his work in Malayalam and Tamil films, including Jailer and Marco. He won the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor in 2016 for his leading role as Ganga in Rajiv Ravi's Kammatipaadam.
