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  • The Kerala Story Screenings Cancelled In Tamil Nadu Over Law And Order Concerns

    The Kerala Story Screenings Cancelled In Tamil Nadu Over Law And Order Concerns

    Amid stinging reviews, allegedly poor box office collections as well as protests, theatres in Tamil Nadu stopped the screening of “The Kerala Story” in the State from May 7 onwards.

    When this writer tried to book via online platforms for a Sunday afternoon show, it was not possible anymore.

    President of Tamil Nadu Theatre and Multiplex Owners Association, M Subramaniam, popularly known as Tiruppur Subramaniam, confirmed the news that the few multiplexes that had shown the film had decided to withdraw it.

    “The film was only shown in a few multiplexes owned by pan-India groups, mostly PVR. Locally-owned multiplexes had already decided not to show the film, as it did not have any popular stars. In Coimbatore for instance, there were two shows so far — one on Friday and one on Saturday. Even those did not do well. Given that, theatres decided that it was not worth going through the threat of protests and such,” added Subramaniam.

    On April 6, Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) staged a protest against the release of the film in Chennai. Seeman, the party’s coordinator, who is also actor and director, along with NTK cadres, had protested near Anna Nagar Arch.

    Film industry tracker Sreedhar Pillai, who said he was planning to watch the film on Sunday, only to find out it was no longer shown, had also tweeted that the film multiplexes will stop screening “The Kerala Story”.

    “The multiplex owners have cited potential law and order issues and lack of interest as reasons for the move,” said Pillai.

    Meanwhile in Kerala, according to the distributors, E4 Entertainment, 22 screens across the State are screening the films. Although the theatre owners in Kerala had told Press Trust of India before the release of the film that they were not worried about the adverse publicity, on the day of release, on May 5, a few theatres, including PVR Cinemas at Lulu Mall and Oberon Mall in Kochi, decided not to screen the film. When contacted, a spokesperson for PVR Cinemas had declined to comment.

  • BJP organises spl screening of ‘The Kerala Story’ in Thiruvananthapuram

    BJP organises spl screening of ‘The Kerala Story’ in Thiruvananthapuram

    KOCHI: Bharatiya Janata Party’s cultural forum ‘Tapasya’ organised a special screening of the film ‘The Kerala Story’ in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram district on Friday. BJP arranged the special screening today morning at 11.20 at Aries Plus Theatre in Thiruvananthapuram.

    Censor Board member and state secretary Tapasya, GM Mahesh said that all have the right to expression and added that the movie ‘The Kerala Story’ tells facts so let people of Kerala watch and evaluate. “BJP supporters watched the movie during the special screening. Let Kerala society watch and evaluate the movie. It tells the facts. All have the right to expression and why should people fear this movie”, Mahesh said.

    Mahesh further said that there is a planned campaign against the release of this movie. “There is a planned campaign against the release of this movie. In our constitution, fundamental rights and right to expression are important ones. Any person has the right to expression. Cinema is an art in which shows the real issues faced by society”, he said.

    Mahesh added, “This movie is talking about love jihad which has been discussed over 20 years and also about forced conversions. The present government tells that there are no conversions happening in the state right now. But earlier VS Achuthanandan and Oommen Chandy governments had spoken based on data that conversion and love jihad took place here.” He further said that three Bishops have already admitted about the conversions happening from the Christain community.

    “Three Bishops admitted that conversions are happening from Christain community. This is art and naturally every artist have the right to expression. Let Kerala society watch it and evaluate”, Mahesh said. Adding further, Mahesh said, “The censor board has censored seven parts. LuLu mall cancelled the show after booking. Why is a fear regarding this movie? This movie is an alert. Let all watch the movie and so Tapasya arranged a special screening”, he said.

    Earlier, while addressing a rally in poll-bound Karnataka, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that ‘The Kerala Story’ movie which has sparked controversies is based on a terror conspiracy. The Prime Minister said that the film ‘The Kerala Story’ shows the ugly truth of terrorism and exposes terrorists’ design. He added that the film is based on a terror conspiracy.

    “‘The Kerala Story’ film is based on a terror conspiracy. It shows the ugly truth of terrorism and exposes terrorists’ design”, the PM said. He also hit out at the Congress party and said that Congress has shielded terrorism for the vote bank.

    “Congress is opposing the film made on terrorism and standing with terror tendencies. Congress has shielded terrorism for the vote bank”, PM Modi said. Meanwhile, the Kerala High Court on Friday refused to issue a stay order on the release of the film ‘The Kerala Story’.

    Asserting that secular Kerala society will accept the film for what it is, the High Court today asked petitioners how the movie, which it observed is fiction and not history, would create sectarianism and conflict in the society. “Nothing will happen just because the film is screened. The teaser of the film was released in November. What was offensive in the film? What is wrong in saying that Allah is the only God? The country gives the citizen the right to believe in their religion and God and spread it. What was offensive in the trailer?”, the court observed.

    Helmed by Sudipto Sen and produced by Vipul Amrutlal Shah, the film has triggered a massive political row with various leaders reacting to the upcoming movie. ‘The Kerala Story’ stars Adah Sharma, Yogita Bihani, Siddhi Idnani and Sonia Balani in the lead roles. The trailer of Sen’s film ‘The Kerala Story’ came under fire as it claimed that 32,000 girls from the state went missing and later joined the terrorist group, ISIS.

    Faced with backlash the makers then withdrew the figure and called the movie the story of three women from Kerala, in its trailer description.

  • Tipu Sultan’s disfigured face seen in the film’s teaser

    Tipu Sultan’s disfigured face seen in the film’s teaser

    The teaser of the film ‘Tipu’ has been released. Controversy has also started on social media as soon as the teaser arrived. Actually, this film is based on King of Mysore Tipu Sultan. In fact, the achievements of Tipu Sultan have been told in many books. The children are taught the history of how Tipu Sultan fought to overthrow the British rule. But, producer Sandeep Singh has described Tipu Sultan as anti-Hinduism in his film. He has claimed through the teaser of the film that Tipu Sultan had destroyed 8000 Hindu temples in his time. Not only this, Tipu Sultan also corrupted the religion of lakhs of Hindus.

    He doesn’t even deserve to be called Sultan – Sandeep Singh
    Makers gave proof of Tipu Sultan being anti-Hindu through the first text in the teaser of the film. Then in the film, the disfigured face of the actor who played the role of Tipu Sultan was shown. Not only this, filmmaker Sandeep Singh said during the teaser launch, “To be honest, Tipu Sultan doesn’t even deserve to be called Sultan. Our history textbooks show that Tipu Sultan was a brave man. But, any Don’t know his malevolent side. I want to show his real face to the future generation.”

    His brutalities were hidden – author
    And the film’s writer Rajat Sethi said, ‘Tipu Sultan is such a historical figure who was exaggerated and his cruelties were neatly hidden. Not only history but popular culture, films, theaters etc. also gave a balanced portrayal of Tipu. But, this film of ours will try to improve this story.

  • Samantha Ruth Prabhu tops IMDb’s list of popular Indian celebrities

    Samantha Ruth Prabhu tops IMDb’s list of popular Indian celebrities

    Samantha Ruth Prabhu is one of the most popular actresses of Indian cinema who enjoys immense love from across the country. After topping the Ormax charts 7 times in a row, the actress continues to make headlines as she now tops IMDb’s Most Popular Indian Celebrities feature.

    Samantha’s immense popularity started with her cult song ‘Oo Antwa’ from the blockbuster film Pushpa, and the song made the actress a household name. Apart from this she came up with completely new roles in The ‘Family Man’, ‘Yashoda’, and most recently ‘Shakuntalam’ and each time the actress won the hearts of the audience and created new buzz from every corner. Also, her recent appearance in a hot black outfit at the ‘Citadel’ London premiere won the hearts of the audience. Which has indeed kept him on top every single time, as always this time also at #1 on IMDb Popular Indian Celebrities.

    Samantha lovingly enjoys stardom from fans who continue to shower their phenomenal love on her down-to-earth demeanor and exceptional performing abilities. A complete package in herself, Samantha not only excels as an actress but also grabs attention of all her co-stars with her dancing skills and on-screen charisma. On the work front, the actress will next be seen in Citadel, Kushi and some other unannounced projects.

  • Veteran Tamil director, actor Manobala dies at 69

    Veteran Tamil director, actor Manobala dies at 69

    CHENNAI: Director-turned-actor and producer Manobala passed away today, according to a Daily Thanthi report. He was 69.

    It is reported that the reason of sudden demise is failing heart condition.

    When DT Next last contacted him, he said that Sathurangavettai 2 might not see a release.

    It is reported that the actor underwent angio-treatment earlier in January.

    Manobala was known to be a livewire on the film sets he was a part of and always came up with spontaneous jokes off the camera and kept the sets lively.

    However, in the last couple of years, he hasn’t been the same due to his failing health. Manobala came to the sets, went about his work and quietly left for his vanity van.

    His production venture Sathurangavettai 2 was slated for a release in January but didn’t see the light of the day as distributors didn’t show up in the last minute. In his latest and last interaction with us in less than 10 days, he returned the call and sounded low only to tell us that Sathurangavettai 2 might not release.

    Manobala made his acting debut in ‘Puthiya Vaarpugal’ (1979) helmed by Bharathiraja. The actor was last seen in ‘Naai Sekar Returns’ directed by Suraj.

    (With inputs from Bureau)

  • Video: Vigilantes force Muslim man to wear skull cap, bow before cow in Maha

    Video: Vigilantes force Muslim man to wear skull cap, bow before cow in Maha

    A video of cow vigilantes forcing a Muslim driver transporting cattle to wear a skull cap and bow before a cow, in the presence of police personnel surfaced on social media and stirred outrage and condemnation. The victim was also reportedly beaten up by the mob leading to injuries.

    The incident reportedly happened in Maharashtra’s Latur and the victim was admitted to a hospital.

    According to a report by the TOI, the Latur superintendent of police (SP), Somay Munde, has initiated action against two constables and three home guards, in whose presence a group of people were allegedly seen to be heckling and assaulting a driver transporting cattle in a video clip.

    Munde told TOI, “We have taken serious cognizance of the incident and attached the two constables seen in the video to the police headquarters and also initiated a departmental inquiry against them. The three home guards’ deployment has been cancelled.”

    Afzal Qureshi, a local activist, has reportedly filed a police complaint asking that action be taken against the mob of persons witnessed assaulting the driver. The driver has also been charged with several provisions of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.

    Qureshi claimed, “The driver had loaded a total of 15 cattle into a mini-truck from a Patoda-based animal market and sent them to Ausa market on April 23. He had all the required legal documents for trading the animals. But before reaching the market, some people waylaid his vehicle. The police reached the spot. Despite the legal documents, an FIR was registered against the driver for cruelty to animals.”

    According to the Latur SP, the victim panicked and his blood pressure shot up. “The police got him admitted to a hospital. Still, we will look into the complaint,” the report quoted him.

  • Salman and Aamir celebrated Eid, shared picture for fans

    Salman and Aamir celebrated Eid, shared picture for fans

    Mumbai (IANS) | Bollywood superstars Salman Khan and Aamir Khan celebrated Eid together and posed for pictures for fans. Salman shared the picture on Instagram. In the picture, Salman is looking handsome in a black shirt and matching pants. Aamir wore a blue T-shirt and black jeans.

    In the photo, both are seen smiling for the camera.

    Salman wrote: Chand Mubarak.

    Sangeeta Bijlani wrote in the comment section: Chand Mubarak.

    On the work front, Salman has treated his fans with Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, directed by Farhad Samji, on the occasion of Eid. It stars Pooja Hegde, Shehnaaz Gill, Palak Tiwari and Venkatesh Daggubati in lead roles.

    Aamir was last seen in the film ‘Lal Singh Chadha’ with Kareena Kapoor.

    –IANS

  • Parineeti Chopra engaged to Raghav Chadha, marriage in October

    Parineeti Chopra engaged to Raghav Chadha, marriage in October

    Mumbai (IANS) | The news of dating of Bollywood actress Parineeti Chopra and Aam Aadmi Party leader Raghav Chadha was already coming. His marriage was also believed to be fixed. Now both have taken the first step in this direction by getting engaged. Recently Parineeti was seen wearing a silver band on her ring finger. According to media reports, Parineeti and Raghav got engaged in a traditional roka ceremony in the presence of family and close relatives. It is being told that both will get married by the end of October this year.

    The report states that Parineeti is in no hurry to get married as she is very busy with her shoots. Interestingly, Parineeti’s cousin Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who will soon be seen in the streaming series ‘Citadel’, will be in India in the last week of October to attend the 23rd edition of Jio MAMI Film Festival.

    On the work front, Parineeti will be seen in Imtiaz Ali directorial ‘Chamkila’ opposite Diljit Dosanjh. It is being told that this film is inspired by Punjabi singer Amar Singh Chamkila.

    –IANS

  • IT raid at producer Jayantilal Gada and Vinod Bhanushali’s house

    IT raid at producer Jayantilal Gada and Vinod Bhanushali’s house

    Mumbai : The Income Tax Department has raided several production houses in Mumbai regarding tax evasion. During this, raids have been conducted at producer Vinod Bhanushali’s house, office including Bhanushali Studios Limited and Hits Music located in BKC. Apart from this, the search operation of Income Tax is also going on at Jayantilal Gada of Production House Pen. Apart from these, the search operation of income tax is going on at 3 more production houses. This search operation of IT is going on regarding irregularities in income tax and tax eviction.

  • Akshay Kumar removed from BIG Bollywood film!

    Akshay Kumar removed from BIG Bollywood film!

    Mumbai: Get ready for some exciting B-Town news! The upcoming sequel to the blockbuster hit Rowdy Rathore is the talk of the town. The film, a remake of Rajamouli and Raviteja’s blockbuster Vikramarkudu, starred Akshay Kumar as a rowdy cop.

    But the latest rumour has it that Akshay Kumar will not appear in the sequel. Yes, you read that right! According to buzz, Siddharth Malhotra will take on the role of the rowdy cop instead as Akshay has been removed from the movie. The exact reason behind his ouster is not known yet. The sequel, produced by the dynamic duo of Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Shabina Khan, is already making waves in the industry.