Uttara Unni under scanner in solar scam!

Sources say Malayalam actress Uttara Unni, daughter of actress Urmila Unni, is reportedly under the scanner regarding the solar scam.

Sources say the actress' name appears in the list of people who were flown to Chennai under the auspices of the company. Uttara had also updated her Facebook status in August 2012, saying that she had been selected as the brand ambassador for 'Team Solar''.

Urmila Unni has reportedly made it clear that Uthara has no connection whatsoever with Biju Radhakrishnan or Saritha Nair, the prime accused in the scam and that she went to Chennai in the capacity of a model

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Mollywood's action-packed Eid

The festival season of Eid and Onam is all set to witness Mollywood's much-awaited releases and this year, there are seven Malayalam films scheduled to hit the screens in August after the month of Ramzan, which could be the biggest Eid showdown yet.

With stars like Mammootty, Dileep, Prithviraj and Dulquer Salmaan having major releases, August is all set with enough movies which is bound to enthral fans of all genres and actors. This includes Kadal Kadannu Oru Maathukutty , Mumbai Police Kuttanad , Neelakaasham Pacha Kadal Chuvanna Bhoomi, Kalimannu among others.

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'Njanara Mon' shooting begins!

Debutant director Thufail Ponnani's film Njanara Mon has reportedly started shooting after many delays and long pre-production works.

The film has Maqbool Salmaan, Sreeraman, Sunil Sugatha, Hresh, Joy Mathew and Shajon Kalabhavan in the lead roles and touted to be a rom-com and family entertainer.

The film features many comic actors like Kalabhavan Abhi, Dharmajan and Moly Aunty. Scripted by Arun P R, the film seems will be reportedly revolving around a film related theme.

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'Vedivazhipadu' hits floors!

The regular shooting of Vedivazhipadu, the maiden production venture of director Arun Kumar Aravind reportedly commenced on July 6 in Trivandrum.

Sources say the film is scripted and directed by newcomer Shambu Purushothaman, a graduate of Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute.

Vedivazhipadu features Indrajith Sukumaran, Srijith Ravi, Sunil Sugatha, Murali Gopy, Ashvin Mathew, Mythili, Saiju Kurup, Anushree and Anumol. The film is expected to release in December.

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Arjun Lal in comeback to Mollywood?

Arjun Lal, who played Mohanlal's son in the 2005 film Thanmathra is all set to make a comeback to industry after a hiatus of eight years.

Sources say he will be seen in John Robinson's Asha Black, along with Manoj K Jayan, Sarath Kumar and Joy Mathew.

In the film he plays the role of a musician who has his own band in Bangalore while the title character Asha, who assumes that her father loathes her for being the ugliest girl ever, gradually starts seeking other people's affection.

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Murali Gopy scripting for Dileep-Fahadh's film

Murali Gopy is a busy bee these days with several acting and scripting tasks. Murali, who is currently busy scripting for superstar Mohanlal will reportedly provide script for ad filmmaker Rathish Ambat's film with Dileep and Fahadh Faasil in the lead.

After wrapping Mohanlal's Lucifer, he is expected to start working on the Dileep, Fahadh-starrer only next year. The Ee Adutha Kalathu actor is all set to play a prominent role in the film.

After Lal Jose's 2004 hit movie Rasikan, this will be the second movie that Murali will be scripting for Dileep. Further details about the project would be revealed soon.

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Shaalin Zoya getting busy!

Shaalin Zoya aka Shalu, who made her successful debut in Malayalam with Vysakh's Mallu Singh, is reportedly getting really busy in Mollywood.

Sources say the actress will next be seen in Sunil Ibrahim's Arikil Oraal, which is touted to be a serious and moody role contrary to his role in Mallu Singh.

Following the shoot, sources say the actress has decided to go easy on her choice of movies. Sources say she is waiting for a promising launch pad, which can let her experiment with bold and serious characters.

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Mamta Mohandas for 'Geetanjali'?

Right from the time it was announced that Priyadarshan will be teaming up with Mohanlal in Geethanjali, many names have been doing the rounds as to who will be the heroine in the film.

While it is being said that yesteryear actress Menaka and film producer Suresh Kumar's daughter Keerthi would be making her debut as one of the leading ladies in the film, sources say the role may also go to Mamta Mohandas.

Lakshmi Rai, Sobhana and even Vidya Balan's names were doing the rounds, but sources confirm that Mamta reportedly said that she is not part of the Geetanjali cast.

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Whistle to hit screens!

When director Prashant Raj took up the remake rights for the Tamil sleeper hit Pizza, it aroused a lot of curiosity but the director is reportedly confident that Whistle, will be novel who added that there is no other similarity between Pizza and Whistle.

Starring Chiranjeevi Sarja and Pranitha in the lead, the film is touted to be  a romantic thriller, something rarely attempted in the Kannada film industry.

Whistle will have a simultaneous all-India release today where for the first time a Kannada film will hit theatres in cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kochi, Pune, Hyderabad,  and Chennai on the same day.

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Kunchacko, Bhama in Oru Rathri Randu Pakal

Kunchacko Boban and Bhama are pairing up once again in the movie Oru Rathri Randu Pakal. They were seen as a pair earlier in Sakudumbam Syamala and Sevens. This movie is directed by debutante Jijo Anthony. The film is produced by Mani under the banner of Relax Entertainment. Amal is the writer of the film, and the director himself has done the scripting. Lena, Soumya, Sijurose, Manoj K Jayan, Kalabhavan Mani, Prem Kumar, Joy Mathew and Saiju Kurup are the other cast seen in supporting roles. Notebook fame music director Mejo Joseph is composing the music. The movie is expected to go on floors by July 15.

Currently, Kunchacko is busy with his upcoming Lal Jose flick Pullipulikalum Aattinkuttiyum opposite Namitha Pramod. The movie deals with the social issues in Kuttanad, through the life of a hapless youth. Bhama was in the news for her Hollywood debut. She also had a release in Kannada. She has 100 Degree Celsius, Katha Veedu and D Company in Malayalam, which are under filming. Her other film Swapnangalil Haisel Mary's releasing date is yet to be finalised.

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Dulquar-Nazriya: The new pair

Mollywood industry got chance to witness many new onscreen pairs earlier this time. Some of them proved a hit, but others were never seen again. Salala Mobiles, the movie directed by Sharath, will have yet another new onscreen pair. It is Dulquar Salman and Nazriya Nazim this time. The movie will go on floors by September. Nazriya made her entry into the industry through the movie Palunku, where she played the daughter of Mammootty. Again she was seen in the Mohanlal film Oru Naal Varum and in a lead role opposite Nivin Pauly in Neram. The movie was a hit. She is also doing a film in Tamil opposite Dhanush titled Naiyaandi. Dulquar Salman seems to be lucky these days. With loads of good character roles in hand, the actor has made an easy way into the industry. His movies like ABCD, Second Show and Usthad Hotel had won good appreciation. Pattam Pole is under progress and Neelakasham Pachakadal Chuvanna Bhoomi is getting released next month. Now his upcoming movie Salala Mobiles is also sure to fetch him some good review.

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Pranav Mohanlal as hero in Major Ravi's next!

Pranav Mohanlal made a public appearance earlier during the CCL match. And now he all set to make a comeback to the industry as a hero through Major Ravi's next flick. This will be his second movie as an actor. Pranav was seen in Major Ravi directed Punarjani, and had won the Kerala State Award for the Best Child Actor. After that he did Onnaman, where he did Mohanlal's childhood role. Also he has done a cameo in Sagar Elias Jackie. Major Ravi Pranav Mohanlal Biography Upcoming Movies Fanspeak Videos Photos View All The title of the film is yet to be announced. With Pranav's entry, we can see one more star kid taking a filmi plunge. Mammootty's son Dulquar Salman has already made his way into the films. He has done quite a number of good characters in this short span and more of them are coming on his way. Director and actor Fazil's son Fahad Fazil has made a big comeback and is successful. So, now it is the turn of Pranav. He is all set to take his father's footsteps, and undoubtedly he is sure to win the success.

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Top 5 Actresses In Mollywood

We see many posts regarding the top five actresses in Bollywood, Tollywood and Kollywood but never get a chance to witness anything from Mollywood. It may be because all Malayalam actresses are popular even there! Whatever might be the reason, the industry is gifted with many actresses that have acting as their passion. Our heroes are just outstanding and needs no words to describe. But when it comes to heroines, they seem to be an unimportant factor. Last year, the industry witnessed some major women oriented films and all of them were a blockbuster. Rima Kallingal's 22 Female Kottayam, Kavya Madhavan's Bhakthajanangalude Sradhakku, Revathy's Molly Aunty Rocks, Mamta Mohandas' My Boss and Swetha Menon's Ithra Maatram - all had the female lead. We have many more upcoming flicks of the same viz 100 Degree Celsius, Kalimannu etc. Kalimannu even has the real life delivery been shot in the film, thus was much criticized. If we take a look at the present actresses in the industry, we can count on them based on the characters they have performed. But moreover, some stay in our hearts with a single film and some after many. Taking a list we have Kavya, Shobana, Manju Warrier, Samyukta, Mamta, Swetha and the list goes on. Let's have a look at the actresses who were successful in making a place in our hearts with a single flick....

1. Shobana 
Shobana is one of the most graceful actresses seen in Malayalam. Her passion for dancing is so much that she quit films for it. She made her debut in April 18 opposite Balachandra Menon, after which she conquered the industry until she quit.


2. Manju Warrier 
Though she did not get much time to settle in the industry, she had made an imprint with her first flick Sallapam, opposite Dileep. After that we witnessed many such roles that were extra-ordinary. Kannezhuthi Pottuthottu and Kanmadham can be cited as an example.



3. Kavya Madhavan 
Kavya is like a girl next door for Malayalees. She is more popular for her family oriented roles. Made her debut as a child artist and after a gap, Kavya returned to the industry as a heroine through Dileep flick Chandranudikkunnadikkil. Their pair was a success and have many to their credits.


4. Shweta Menon 
With some experiments on her roles, Shweta has been very much successful to gain the throne in Mollywood. She was even rewarded for it. Her performances in Paleri Maanikyam, Salt n Pepper were just outstanding. She is to do more and we can see it in her upcoming films.



5. Rima Kallingal 
Rima's first flick did not do much good as a film, but she became popular. Her movie 22 Female Kottayam showed us some spectacular moments, which still remains in our hearts. She has many more coming up her way, where she is to portray many such characters that is sure to fetch a place in our hearts.

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Top 5 Highest Paid Actors In Mollywood

No matter which state or religion you belong to, one is always interested in knowing all about your favourite actors and actresses. Now that we had already welcomed 2013, it's the time to look back on their earnings to relist them according to the highest paid this year. Surely any of these do not need introduction because they are found in hearts and pretty much prominent faces in industry. You might be having the same in mind as to what is listed here. When a comparison is made, we find that Mollywood is the lowest paid industry in India. Highest pay for a Bollywood actor is around 30crore, while in Kollwood Rajinikanth is paid around 50crore. When it comes to Tollywood actor Mahesh Babu gets about 15crore and for actor Darshan of Sandalwood, it is around 4-5crore. Now these figures itself suggest the differences among the industry. Actors are paid so high that they are turning as producers and produce their own films as well as others. Now take a look at the top 5 highest paid actors in Mollywood and find yourself that what makes the listed actors outstand the community.

1. Mohanlal 
Mohanlal can be called as the most refined actor in the industry. One do not feel that he is acting. His mannerisms keeps one thinking of the same for quite a long time. And undoubtedly he is the highest paid actor in the industry with 1.50crore


2. Mammootty 
He is the complete actor. A youthful person, very young at heart. Though he is weak at dancing, his other performances curb it. Nowadays we have seen Mammootty doing many experimental roles and to an extent he is successful. He is the second highest paid actor with 1.30crore.

3. Dileep 
Dileep is the third highest paid actor in Mollywood with 1.15crore. He has done quite a many experiments on his roles and has made his fans proud. He was awarded the State Award for the best actor. He made his entry into films through mimicry.

4. Prithviraj 
Though he seems to be a rough n tough guy, Prithviraj has been successful in building up his career. He has even made his entry into Bollywood. He is the fourth highest paid actor in the industry with 1crore.

5. Fahad Fazil 
Fahad has become like a boy next door. With his films he has made an impact among the audience. He has become very choosy and this has helped him to stay in the industry with a successful career graph. He is the fifth highest paid actor in the industry with 90lakhs.

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Prithviraj and Fahad coming together

Antichrist will come to the world when it is about to end. One will feel that he will save us but will never - is a saying. Director Lijo Jose Pellissery is back again with another movie tilted Antichrist. Prithviraj plays the central role in the movie. The movie also cast Indrajith and Fahad Fazil in the lead. Written by the National Award Winning Writer PF Mathews, the movie is said to be a horror thriller. The film can be expected as a feast to their fans. Prithviraj is getting another chance to prove himself once again through this film. Produced by Sibi Thottupuram and Joby Mundamattom (SJM Entertainments Pvt Ltd), the movie has its camera wielded by Abinandhan Ramanujam. The film has its editing done by Manoj. The movie is expected to get released by next year only.

Currently, Prithviraj is very busy with Memories and London Bridge which under filming. Meghna Raj plays opposite him in Memories. Prithviraj is once again seen as a cop in this movie. Whereas in London Bridge, Andrea Jeremiah and Nanditha are playing opposite him. The movie is expected to be a romantic one. On the other hand, Fahad too has a handful of films coming up. North 24 Kaatham, Olipporu, Artist are under filming. He has also signed for three untitled films. Antichrist has all the three - Fahad, Pritvi and Indran, coming together for the first time, and is surely going to be a hit.

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Mohanlal's makeover in Jilla

Mohanlal has no films for his fans this Onam. But he is getting ready with a big treat for them with his upcoming flick Jilla. This Vijay starred movie has already made it to the headlines. Mohanlal is also playing the central character in the film. He gets a complete makeover in the movie. It might remind us of his role in Ravanaprabhu, where he was seen in a double role, both as father and son. Jilla presents Lal bearing the culture of Madurai. The story is taking place in a small village Karakkudy, in Tamil Nadu. With slight white beard and moustache, Lal gets a new look of that of a serious fifty-year-old man. He plays the role of Siva, the landlord of Karakkudy village. Jilla narrates the story of the bondage between Siva and his adopted son Shakthi. Vijay is seen as Shakthi in the film. The movie Jilla, has adopted the crude culture of Madurai into it. The movie has one more highlight adding to it. Poornima Bhagyaraj, who was Mohanlal's first heroine in his first film, is playing opposite him in this film. Titled Manjil Virinja Pookkal, the movie had Mohanlal playing the villain and Poornima as the female lead. And after many years, they are teaming up again as hero and heroine. Jilla has a prolonged shooting schedule for six months, and so it is scheduled for a Pongal release.

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Nayantara is back!

After a long period of exile, Nayantara is making a come back to the industry. She will be seen in two films in Kollywood. It is her first onscreen appearance after her break-up with Prabhu Deva. One film opposite Arya titled Raja Rani will be releasing on August. The other movie has Ajith playing the male lead. Nayantara plays the female lead in the film. This movie is directed by Vishnuvardhan, is expected to get released in September. Nayantara and Prabhu Deva were in the headlines for their affair and later for their break-up. After that she kept back from the industry, while Prabhu Deva became more busy in Bollywood. He had divorced his wife for marrying Nayantara, but what went wrong between them is still a mystery. Nayantara made her entry into the industry through Malayalam film Manasinakkare opposite Jayaram followed by Vismayathumbathu along with Mohanlal. After that she entered Tamil and Telugu industry and never got a chance to turn back. She always made it to the headlines with her relationships. She had an affair with Simbu, but it went flop. After that it was Prabhu Deva. That too was unsuccessful. Now, she is making a come back and what the industry has in store for her is yet to be seen!

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Fahad's North 24 Kaatham progressing

Fahad Fazil is geared up for his next film titled North 24 Kaatham. With an unusual title, the movie has already attaracted the audience. Directed by debutante Anil Radhakrishna Menon, the movie is a journey of '24 Kaatham'. One Kaatham is sixteen kilometers. So the movie elaborates a story that has a journey of 384 kilometers of travelling. Fahad Fazil, Nedumudi Venu and Swathi Reddy are playing the central characters in the film. Harikrishnan, an IT professional, Gopalettan who is a communist and a social worker Narayani are the passengers in a train. They do not know each other and has their own destiny. But fate make all the three to get down at the same station. There they come to know each other and unite to work for a unique goal to help one among them. They travel together and face situations that they have never faced in their life. This is the plot of the story. Fahad Fazil plays the role of Harikrishnan, Nedumudi as Gopalettan and Swathi is seen as Narayani. The director himself has scripted the film under the banner of E for Entertainment. Jayesh Nair has wielded the camera for the film. Rafeeq Ahmed has penned the lyrics and the music is composed by Govind Menon. Other cast includes Mukundan, Thalaivasal Vijay, Chemban Vinod Jose, Premji Amaran, Sreenath Bhasi, Sudhi Kopa, Geetha, are seen in supporting roles. The shooting of the film is progressing at Palakkad.

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Amala Paul to romance Darshan?

Kannada film industry is all set to welcome yet another Malayali actress. After Bhama, Parvathi Menon, Priyamani, Nayantara, Navya Nair and Bhavana,2013-07-10 fast-growing actress Amala Paul is gearing up to make her debut in Sandalwood. Amala Paul has been reportedly approached by the director of Ambareesh, Mahesh Sukhdhare, who has offered the film to her and waiting for her response. It is said that she is likely to give her nod soon. Meanwhile, the director has also plans to cast an actress from Karnataka. It is believed that Darshan, whose banner has given opportunity for a few local faces on earlier occasions, suggested Mahesh Sukhdhare to choose a Kannada actress. The director might cast a local talent for the second fiddle and rumour has it that Shweta Srivatsav of Simple Agi Ondh Love Story fame is in the race to bag the role. According to the director, Ambareesh is being made with a huge budget. It is a tailor-made role for the Challenging Star. Mahesh Sukhdhare has penned the story and screenplay for the movie. It will hit the floors on August 15.

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