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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Ravanaprabhu' re-release: Mohanlal's iconic double role returns to theatres after 24 years
Re-release of the Malayalam blockbuster 'Ravanaprabhu', starring Mohanlal . The film is getting a new version with 4K visuals and Dolby Atmos sound after almost 24 years. It will be released again in theatres in early 2026. Grand re-release of 'Ravanaprabhu' after nearly 24 years According to the reports of Onmanorama, the Malayalam film 'Ravanaprabhu', starring superstar Mohanlal, is all set for a grand re-release after nearly 24 years. 'Ravanaprabhu' is a very special film in Malayalam cinema . It is the sequel to the classic film 'Devasuram' and was written and directed by Ranjith. The film was released during the Onam season in 2001 and became one of the biggest hits of that year. Mohanlal played a double role in the film as both Mangalassery Neelakandan (the father) and Karthikeyan (the son). This classic film, first released in 2001, is being restored and enhanced for the new generation. It is being remastered to 4K resolution with Dolby Atmos audio, which translates to viewers being able to see much more precise images and improved sound quality. The restoration process is being carried out by Matinee Now, and the movie will be re-released in cinemas in early 2026, probably in January or March, although the exact date has not yet been officially declared. Recent trend in Malayalam cinema This re-run is part of a new trend in Malayalam cinema where some of Mohanlal's older films have been re-released to cinemas. Films like 'Spadikam', 'Chotta Mumbai', and 'Devadoothan' were recently re-released and received great responses from fans, with packed shows and strong box office collections. Seeing that success, many fans had been requesting the return of 'Ravanaprabhu' as well. Cast of the film The film also had a powerful supporting cast, including actors like Vasundhara Das, Revathi, Innocent, Napoleon, Vijayaraghavan, N. F. Varghese, Sai Kumar, Siddique, Manoj K. Jayan, Jagathy Sreekumar, Jagadish, Sukumari, and Manju Pillai. The upcoming re-release of 'Ravanaprabhu' is expected to be more than just a nostalgic treat, it will be a celebration of Mohanlal's legacy, a showcase of timeless storytelling, and a chance for a new generation of viewers to witness a milestone film in Malayalam cinema history, now presented with the best of modern technology.
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First Post
08-07-2025
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Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya to be executed on July 16 for murdering Yemeni national
Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya, who was jailed for killing a Yemeni national, will be executed on July 16, according to a report, citing a social activist read more Nimisha Priya, from Kerala's Palakkad district, was arrested in 2017 for the murder of her business partner, Talal Abdo Mahdi. Image Courtesy: X Kerala nurse Nimisha Priya, who was jailed for killing a Yemeni national, will be executed on July 16, according to a report, citing a social activist. According to a News 18 report, citing Kerala-based news outlet Onmanorama, human rights activist Samuel Jerome, who holds the power of attorney of Nimisha Priya's mother, Prema Kumari, said that prison authorities of Yemen have informed him about the date of her execution. Priya was arrested in 2017 for the alleged murder of her business partner, Talal Abdo Mahdi. In 2020, a Yemeni court sentenced her to death in connection with the case. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'We have been closely following the matter since then. We have been in regular touch with local authorities and her family members and rendered all possible assistance. We continue to closely follow the matter," News 18 quoted sources in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) as saying. Priya, a native of Kerala's Palakkad district, moved to Yemen in 2011 after completing her nursing training, hoping to support her parents, who worked as daily wage labourers. She initially worked tirelessly across several hospitals before deciding to open her own clinic—a long-held dream. In 2014, she met Talal Abdo Mahdi, who offered to help her set up the clinic. Under Yemeni business law, foreign nationals are required to partner with a local to start a business, and the two entered into a partnership. In 2015, Priya and Mahdi launched the clinic in Sana'a. However, their relationship quickly soured. Priya accused Mahdi of abuse and physical torture, claiming he confiscated her passport to prevent her from leaving Yemen. She lodged a police complaint, which led to his arrest in 2016, though he was later released. In 2017, tensions escalated. Determined to recover her passport and return to India, Priya sought help from a local jail warden, who allegedly advised her to use sedatives to subdue Mahdi. Acting on the suggestion, she injected him with sedatives. Mahdi died of an overdose, leading to her arrest and subsequent murder charge. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In the same year, a Yemeni trial court sentenced Priya to death. Her mother, Prema Kumari, later appealed the verdict to Yemen's Supreme Court, but the appeal was rejected in 2023. President Rashad al-Alimi also signed off on the execution order, upholding the sentence. With inputs from agencies
News18
08-07-2025
- News18
Nimisha Priya, Kerala Nurse On Death Row In Yemen, To Be Executed On July 16
Nimisha Priya, a nurse from Kerala, will be executed on July 16 for murdering Yemeni national Talal Abdo Mahdi. She moved to Yemen in 2008 and opened a clinic in 2015. Nimisha Priya, a nurse from Kerala who was jailed for murdering a Yemeni national, will be executed on July 16, as per multiple media reports. Samuel Jerome, a human rights activist who holds the power of attorney of Nimisha Priya's mother, Prema Kumari, told Onmanorama that prison authorities of Yemen have informed him about the date of her execution. Priya was arrested for allegedly murdering her business partner, Talal Abdo Mahdi, in 2017. Three years later, a Yemeni court, in 2020, sentenced her to death in the case. Who Is Nimisha Priya? Priya, who hails from Kerala's Palakkad district, moved to Yemen in 2011 after completing her nursing training program. She took the move to support her daily wage labourer parents, according to reports. Initially, she worked day and night in several hospitals in Yemen and then reached a decision to open her own clinic. She came in contact with Talal Abdo Mahdi in 2014 when he promised to assist her in launching her clinic in Yemen, a wish she had for long. According to Yemeni business law, a foreigner is required to partner with a local to launch a business in the Middle East country. They partnered and agreed on terms to open the clinic, in accordance with the law. She went on to start her clinic in 2015 with Mahdi in Sana'a, but soon differences cropped up between them. She had accused Mahdi of abuse and torture. He reportedly even took her passport to ensure she did not leave Yemen. She registered a police complaint against Mahdi, leading to his arrest in 2016. However, he was set free sometime later, according to local media reports. The dispute turned tragic when the duo engaged in a dispute in 2017. Desperate to recover her passport and move back to India, she sought the help of a local jail warden, who suggested using sedatives to incapacitate Mahdi. Acting on the suggestion, she injected him with sedatives in an attempt to retrieve her passport from his possession. However, he died of an overdose, leading to her arrest and conviction in the case. Her mother, Prema Kumari, had even approached the Yemini Supreme Court against the death sentence, but the appeal was rejected in 2023. In 2017, a Yemeni trial court sentenced Priya to death, a verdict later upheld by the Yemeni Supreme Court in 2023. President Rashad al-Alimi had also approved her death sentence. About the Author Saurabh Verma Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: July 08, 2025, 19:38 IST News india Nimisha Priya, Kerala Nurse On Death Row In Yemen, To Be Executed On July 16
News18
08-07-2025
- News18
Nimisha Priya, Indian Nurse On Death Row In Yemen, To Be Executed On July 16
Last Updated: Nimisha Priya, a nurse from Kerala, will be executed on July 16 for murdering Yemeni national Talal Abdo Mahdi. She moved to Yemen in 2008 and opened a clinic in 2015. Nimisha Priya, a nurse from Kerala who was jailed for murdering a Yemeni national, will be executed on July 16, as per multiple media reports. Samuel Jerome, a human rights activist who holds the power of attorney of Nimisha Priya's mother, Prema Kumari, told Onmanorama that prison authorities of Yemen have informed him about the date of her execution. Who Is Nimisha Priya? Priya, who hails from Kerala's Palakkad district, moved to Yemen in 2011 after completing her nursing training program. She took the move to support her daily wage labourer parents, according to reports. Initially, she worked day and night in several hospitals in Yemen and then reached a decision to open her own clinic. She came in contact with Talal Abdo Mahdi in 2014 when he promised to assist her in launching her clinic in Yemen, a wish she had for long. According to Yemeni business law, a foreigner is required to partner with a local to launch a business in the Middle East country. They partnered and agreed on terms to open the clinic, in accordance with the law. She went on to start her clinic in 2015 with Mahdi, but soon differences cropped up between them. She had accused Mahdi of abuse and torture. He reportedly even took her passport to ensure she did not leave Yemen. She registered a police complaint against Mahdi, leading to his arrest in 2016. However, he was set free sometime later, according to local media reports. The dispute turned tragic when the duo engaged in a dispute in 2017. Desperate to recover her passport and move back to India, she sought the help of a local jail warden, who suggested using sedatives to incapacitate Mahdi. Acting on the suggestion, she injected him with sedatives in an attempt to retrieve her passport from his possession. However, he died of an overdose, leading to her arrest and conviction in the case. Nimisha's 57-year-old mother, Prema Kumari, had reached Yemen's capital Sana'a earlier this year and has been staying there to secure a waiver of the death penalty and negotiate the blood money with the victim's family, reported The New Indian Express. Her mother, Prema Kumari, had even approached the Yemini Supreme Court against the death sentence, but the appeal was rejected in 2023. In 2018, a Yemeni trial court sentenced Priya to death, a verdict later upheld by the Yemeni Supreme Court in 2023. Recently, President Rashad al-Alimi's approval of the death sentence has intensified the urgency of the situation.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Vidya Balan's ‘Punjabi House' reel: Funny scene goes viral, Malayalam stars react
Bollywood actress Vidya Balan recently shared a fun and nostalgic video on Instagram that made everyone smile. She recreated a famous comedy scene from the Malayalam film 'Punjabi House', which quickly went viral. About Vidya Balan She is an award-winning Bollywood actress famous for her powerful performances. She has acted in many hit films like 'The Dirty Picture', and 'Tumhari Sulu' and she is loved for playing bold, powerful, and emotional characters. She is also known for her confidence, graceful style, and love for Indian culture. Vidya Balan's Funny Reel Goes Viral on Social Media According to the reports of Onmanorama, recently Vidya Balan posted a short and funny video on her Instagram that quickly went viral. In the video she lip-synced a well-known scene from the Malayalam comedy movie 'Punjabi House'. The scene is called the "chor" scene and is one of the favorites among Malayalam movie fans. Her impeccable timing and expressions enhanced the reel even further, and fans enjoyed how she pulled off this iconic comedy moment. This particular scene from the film is so funny because there is a mix-up of languages. In Malayalam, "chor" is rice, but the same term is a thief in Hindi. In the original movie, the Punjabi woman is approached by comedian Harisree Ashokan 's character for a request for rice. Due to the language difference, what was meant to be a request for rice translates to an accusation of being a thief. The misunderstanding results in a comedy of errors, which became an all-time classic scene for Malayalam cinema . by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo Vidya Balan re-lived this scene with a great deal of charm and fidelity. Malayalam Celebrities React to Vidya Balan's Viral 'Chor' Scene The video quickly went viral, and many celebrities from the Malayalam industry appreciated it. Aishwarya Lekshmi commented 'cutesssstttttttttt,' and Mahima Nambiar also wrote 'Cuteeeeee.' One fan commented, 'Ramanan supremacy. Totally rocked it, Vidya!'by referring to Harisree Ashokan's iconic character Ramanan, who is still celebrated for his comic role in the film. This isn't the first time Vidya Balan has entertained her followers with lip-sync videos. She is known for sharing funny and nostalgic reels on Instagram, often recreating famous dialogues or scenes from movies.
