The Movement for Independent Cinema, made up of independent filmmakers, is calling for the reorganization of the State Chalachithra Academy and the State Film Development Corporation. They are advocating for an independent filmmaker to lead the Academy, as they believe appointing someone from commercial cinema would detract from promoting independent films. The Academy has been…
Filmmaker Lijo Jose Pellissery clarified that he is not part of the Progressive Filmmakers’ Association that is being launched as an alternative to existing organizations in the Malayalam film industry. While he supports the concept of an independent collective of filmmakers and producers, he stated that any announcement about his involvement would come from him…
A well-known actress in the Telugu film industry has urged industry bigwigs to question director Trivikram Srinivas over a complaint she filed against him. The actress did not provide details of the complaint but expressed frustration that it was not taken seriously by the Movie Artistes’ Association. She also criticized National Award-winning choreographer Jani Master…
A group of filmmakers in the Malayalam film industry are coming together to form a new organization called the Progressive Filmmakers’ Association. This association aims to prioritize equality, cooperation, and social justice while safeguarding the rights of everyone in the filmmaking community. Filmmaker Rajeev Ravi mentioned that the industry is currently being run in a…
The Kerala State Chalachitra Academy is looking for detailed ideas for a 30-second signature film for the upcoming International Film Festival of Kerala. The academy will review the ideas, storyboards, and budgets submitted and assign work based on excellence and cost. Proposals must be submitted by October 3 in a sealed envelope. They are also…
A group of five men attacked the production manager of a Malayalam film set in Karaparamba, stabbing him with a pen knife over a dispute about rental payment for a motorcycle. The victim was hospitalized with stab wounds to his knee. The incident disrupted the shooting of the film “Haal.” The attackers became violent when…
The Kerala High Court has ruled that it is legal to install cooling film on motor vehicles under the amended Rules. This decision came after a petition was filed by a company that manufactures cooling film, a vehicle owner who was fined for using it, and an organization that was threatened with registration cancellation for…
A tragic incident occurred during the filming of Kannada filmmaker Yogaraj Bhat’s movie, where a crew member named Mohan Kumar fell from a ladder and passed away. The incident took place on September 3 near Adakamaranahalli. The police have registered a case against Bhat and three others involved in the production. Mohan Kumar, who was…
Michael Douglas reflected on his impressive 55-year career in Hollywood while being honored at the France’s Deauville American Film Festival in 2024. He emphasized the importance of hard work and belief in material, rather than worrying about his role in a project. Douglas expressed gratitude for the talented people he has worked with over the…