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Resignation of Dr. Biju from KSFDC Board Sparks Controversy in Kerala Film Industry

Resignation of Dr. Biju from KSFDC Board Sparks Controversy Thiruvananthapuram: In a surprising turn of events, Dr. Biju, a member of the Kerala State Film Development Corporation (KSFDC) Board, has tendered his resignation citing professional reasons. The resignation was conveyed to the Managing Director of KSFDC via email. Conflict with Ranjith Film Academy Chairman The […]

Highlighting Malayalam Films and Mrinal Sen’s Works at Thiruvananthapuram Film Festival

Upcoming Film Festival in Thiruvananthapuram A total of 12 Malayalam films, each based on thought-provoking themes such as individuals, suicide, body, identity and hope, are set to be showcased at the upcoming film festival in Thiruvananthapuram. Highlights from the Lineup O.Baby: An action drama thriller film directed by Ranjan Pramod. Kathal The Core: A hit […]

Controversy Surrounding IFFK Lifetime Achievement Award for Anti-Communist Director

Controversy Surrounding IFFK Lifetime Achievement Award There has been a growing controversy surrounding the decision to honor Polish director Krzysztof Sanusi with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK). Critics have pointed out that Sanusi has been open about his anti-communist views, leading to questions about the appropriateness of honoring […]

Exploring Occupation, Conflict, and Peace: Films of the Anti-Occupation Package at the 28th IFFK

Anti-Occupation Films to be Screened at 28th IFFK Thiruvananthapuram: The 28th International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) will feature a special anti-occupation package, showcasing seven impactful films in the context of the West Asian conflict. Among the films to be screened include ‘Omar’ by Palestinian-Dutch director Hani Abu Asad, ‘Degrade’ by Arab Nasser and Tarzan […]

Attam: Journey of a Debut Film at the Goa International Film Festival

Goa International Film Festival to Feature ‘Attam’ as Opening Film Jolly Anthony, a tile worker in Paravur, and Santhosh Murali, an instrumentalist at the Palluruthy temple, are making their debut in the film ‘Attam,’ which has been selected as the opening film at the Goa International Film Festival. This film features 11 actors in their […]

Jayam Ravi Expresses Love for Kerala and Appreciation for International Film Festival

Jayam Ravi: A Beloved Star of South Indian Cinema Jayam Ravi, a prominent figure in the realm of South Indian cinema, has cemented his place as one of the all-time favorite stars among audiences. His breakthrough came with the Tamil film ‘M Kumaran Son of Mahalakshmi’, captivating audiences and earning him widespread recognition. In an […]

‘Coo…coo…coo’; Harish barks against Ranjith, and then barks

Harish Peradi’s protest against the director and chairman of the film academy, Ranjith. Harish came out against Ranjith through a video posted on Facebook. Harish starts the video by saying that this howling and barking is a protest against the behavior of Ranjith, who compared the protesters to dogs at the film festival held with […]

IFFK 2022: Golden Globe for the Bolivian film ‘Utama’; Audience Award for Good Morning

Thiruvananthapuram: The closing ceremonies of the International Film Festival are underway in Thiruvananthapuram. The closing ceremony started at 6pm. When chairman Ranjith was invited to the stage for the opening speech of the program inaugurated by minister VN Vasavan, the audience welcomed him with cheers. Hungarian director Bela Thar will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award […]