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Kerala News Archive: September 2006
Vineeth Sreenivas to lend voice for father again
Saturday, September 30, 2006 | MP
Young talented singer Vineeth Sreenivasan who had his break with the film, Udayannanu Tharam, with the hit song `Karale, karalinte Karale' is to lend his voice again for his father and actor cum director and script writer Sreenivasan. Vineeth who got to sing for his father in the movie will be doing so again in V M Vinu's upcoming film, Yes your Honor' which has Sreenivasan playing the lead as a junior lawyer. Vayalar Sarat Chandra Varma is the lyricist while Deepak Dev composes the music for the film.
Rising Chikungunya cases in Kerala
Saturday, September 30, 2006 | MP
Kerala's Health Minister has said that there had been a rise in the number of Chikungunya cases reported in the State and so far 42 casualities had been claimed affected by the outbreak of the disease. Chikungunya is a kind of viral fever spread by mosquito bites and the majority of the affected cases in Kerala were from Cherthala in Alappuzha district.Over thousands of people had been admitted to various hospitals in and around Alappuzha due to the disease.
Big films awaits Ramzan
Friday, September 29, 2006 | MP
With every festive season comes a line of big releases from the film industry too. Ramzan is no exception for the Mollywood. This time too there are superstar films set for a clash with Mohanlal's Renjan Pramod directed film Photographer vs. Mammootty's Joshi film, Pothenvava. The others in the list are Dileep's Chakkaramuthu and Suresh Gopi's Bada Dosth. Also in the pipeline are Roshan Andrews film, Notebook, Kamal film Karutha Pakshikal etc.
Kerala to woo tourists with Helicopter tourism
Friday, September 29, 2006 | MP
Kerala is working out on innovative ideas to woo more tourists to the state and helicopter tourism is one such concept that is being introduced in the State soon. The service is being offered by the Great India Tour Company (GITC), in association with King Rotors and Air Charter Private Ltd and is likely to be launched by October mid. The offer comes in different packages covering sectors like 'Capital by air'- that would cover Thiruvanathapuram, 'Fly the hill' -covering hill spots like Munnar, Thekkady, 'Shoreline Flights'- spotting Kanyakumari, Kochi, 'Backwaters by Air'-covering backwater tours in and around Kumarakom etc. Earlier private charter, Air Deccan too had come up with such services to take tourists to major tourist spots in the State.
Sreesanth denied travel to Dubai
Thursday, September 28, 2006 | AA
Indian cricketer Sreesanth was on Wednesday denied passage by the Emigration wing of the Cochin International Airport on the ground that he was not having the requisite emigration clearance.
Classmates a hit!
Wednesday, September 27, 2006 | AA
Classmates directed by Laljose is declared a hit and emerging as the Onam winner. The movie deals with the campus life of 90's and the director and his crew managed to justify the theme to pull it through the box office.
CBI probe called for 2003 Marad incident
Wednesday, September 27, 2006 | MP
A detailed inquiry into the 2003 Marad incidents that led to bloodshed following communal riots in Kozhikode has been sought by the Kerala government. This has been called upon after the Commission findings showed that lapses were found in the then administration under the UDF government. Kerala Home Minister who tabled the report in the Assembly said that a CBI probe was essential to bring out all the aspects of the incident and Centre's support was sought on this regard.
Joshy's next project with Mammootty
Wednesday, September 27, 2006 | MP
Director Joshy's Mammootty starrer Pothenvava is still in the making and is getting readied for release in Ramzan. Meanwhile the filmmaker has already announced another ambitious project with Mammootty in the lead which will be produced by Doha based M Rajan under the banner of Horizon Entertainment. The film will be scripted by director Renjith and is projected for release by mid 2007.
Mullaperiyar: Govt consider alternate options
Tuesday, September 26, 2006 | MP
While pushing for a peaceful settlement on the Mullaperiyar dam issues with Tamilnadu through the Prime Minister's intervetion, the Kerala govt is also planning out alternate options in case the effort for an amicable solutions fails. The govt is even thinking of revoking the agreement and Water Resources and Irrigation Minister has said that the government was even ready to bring in such a resolution in the Assembly. The Government is also said to have proposed construction of an alternative dam.
Yester year actress Padmini passes away
Tuesday, September 26, 2006 | MP
Veteran actress and classical dancer Padmini passed away of cardiac arrest on Sunday night in Chennai. She was 74. A native of Thiruvananthapuram, Padmini is one among the three Travancore sisters. The others being Lalitha and Ragini are also dancers. Also actress Shobhana is Padmini's niece. The legendery actress of yesteryear had acted in many a South Indian and hindi films. Her popular Malayalam films include Fazil's Manjil viringa Pookal, Nokketha Doorathu Kannum Nattu etc.
PM to visit during Kerala Day celebrations
Monday, September 25, 2006 | MP
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh would visit Kerala in November coinciding with this year's Kerala Day celebrations which also marks the State's golden jubilee year, 50 years since its formation. This was informed by the Kerala CM who met with the PM at New Delhi. During his visit Mr Singh is also to lay the foundation stone of the new international terminal for the airport at Thiruvanathapuram. During his meeting with the PM, Kerala CM is said to have discussed issues on the State ban on cola companies, govt's demand for agricultural package etc.
Smart City
Sunday, September 24, 2006 | MP
Smart City is the title of the new Suresh Gopi film which is thedirectorial debut of scriptwriter B Unnikrishnan. Unnikrishnan had written many a scripts for Suresh films like Cover Story, Tiger etc is roping in the actor for the lead role in the film. Suresh Gopi plays an underworld mafia king in the film who operates in the back drop of Kochi premises. Gopika and Laxmy Gopalaswamy are the female leads. Murali, Manoj K jayan, Saikumar, Shammi Thilakan etc are the other casts.Manikanth Kathiricomposes the music while Shibu Chakravarthy is the lyricist.
Dileep teams up with Lal Jose again
Sunday, September 24, 2006 | MP
Malayalam's successful filmmaker Lal Jose who made thoughtful films like Achenuragathu Veedu, Classmates etc is joining with popular actor Dileep again for his forthcoming project. The duo had earlier delivered entertainers like Meesha Madhavan, Chaandupottu which went on to become hits.The new film yet to be titled will be produced by SRD Productions and has all the indications to be another promising film in Dileep's career.
Renuka Menon to enter wedlock
Sunday, September 24, 2006 | MP
Pathaaka heroine and Malayalee actress Renuka Menon from Trichur who has made her dominance in Malayalam as well as in other South Indian languages is finally set to get married. Her Kamal film Nammal was her first break in Malayalam and then Meerayude Dukham Muthuvinte Swapnam, Pathaaka etc. She is getting married to a Software Enginneer based in the US and wedding is likely to take place in November. Like many other actresses who followed the path, Renuka too is said to quit from films after marriage.
Kerala witness 34% rise in foreign tourist arrivals
Sunday, September 24, 2006 | MP
Kerala with its aggressive tourism promotion is attracting a lot of international as well as domestic tourists from all over. This has been marked with a significant rise in its tourist arrivals to the State. The first half of the year has seen a 34% rise in its foreign tourists arrivals while the domestic tourists arrivals also witnessed a 7% rise, said the Kerala Tourism Minister on the sidelines of the press conference to announce the Tourism Mart event that is being held from Sept 28-30. He also added that the tourism growth had generated over Rs 7,000 crore revenues for the State.
Heart attack rates on a rise in Kerala
Saturday, September 23, 2006 | MP
The incidence of heart attacks are on a rise in Kerala according to the medical experts. The increasing heart disesease owed to the changing lifestyles, said President of Cardiological Society of India, Kerala Chapter while talking to reporters. When compared to the national avearage of 6-8 %, the prevalence rate in Kerala was between 10 and 12 persons among 100 adults in the cities while it was recorded 6 - 7 in rural areas. A well balanced diet along with regular exercise,smoking absistence etc. are essential for prevention of heart attacks.
Maanya is Mani's heroine
Saturday, September 23, 2006 | MP
Kannada actress Manya who made her debut in Malayalam with 'Joker' is the heroine for Thulasidas upcoming film, Rakshakan.She has also acted in many other Mallu films like Vakkaalaththu Narayanan Kutty, Kunji koonan, Rakshasaraajaavu etc. Maanya pairs opposite Kalabhavan Mani in Rakshakan. Rakshakan is said to be an action film and has completed with its shooting.The film is likey to reach theaters in October.
HC lifts State govt ban on colas
Friday, September 22, 2006 | MP
The Kerala High court order has lifted the state government's ban on the colas saying that the govt had no jurisdiction to impose a ban on manufacture and sale of their products."This decision can be taken only by the central government. The state government has no right. The order of the state government banning the products were harsh, unreasonable and taken hurriedly," said the bench after hearing the arguments of both sides. However the State govt responded to the HC order saying that the verdict was unfortunate and said that it would move court for an appeal.
Diwaan
Thursday, September 21, 2006 | MP
Diwaan directed by P Balachandran is said to be a humour filled entertainer. Jagathy Sreekumar along with Kalabhavan Mani plays the male leads in the film. The duo plays the character of pickpocketers in the film. Heroine is said to be newcomer. Other casts include Biju Menon, Thilakan, Cochin Haneefa,Kaviyoor Ponamma etc. N ramesan Nair does the script for the film. Kireedom Unni under the banner of Kripa films produces the film which will start rolling by the end of the year.
ATR on Marad inquiry gets cabinet approval
Thursday, September 21, 2006 | MP
The Action Taken Report (ATR) on the findings of the Judicial Commission that inquired the Marad carnage in 2003 that led to the killing of 9 lives in the coastal village of Kozhikode has been approved by the Keralal cabinet.The probe being done by the Joseph commission is to be placed before the Assembly during this ongoing session, said Kerala Chief Minister. But he divulged to disclose any details on the report.Meanwhile not satisfied with the commission's report,the BJP has called for a CBI inquiry into the incident.
President Kalam in Thiruvananthapuram
Wednesday, September 20, 2006 | MP
President Abdul Kalam is reaching Thiruvananthapuram for a 2 day visit to the state. Kalam is also to attend a seminar at Sree Chitra Thirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology at the capital city and would later visit the Santhigiri Ashram at Pothencode and would have an interactive session with the inmates there. Ahead of the President's visit, security has been tightened across various parts of the city.
Serialmaker K K Rajeev to do film with Mammootty
Wednesday, September 20, 2006 | MP
Popular Malayalam television serial director K K Rajeev is foraying into mainstream cinema. This family serial maker known for popular serials like 'Swapnam', 'Avicharitam', 'Orma', and the presently airing Asianet's 'Ammamanasu' is making his debut film with Mammootty as the lead character. Mammootty plays a drama artist in thse film who has no exprience with acting. Rajeev himself writes the script and the film will start rolling in December.NX Visual Entertainments will produce the film.
Wedding bells for singer Vijay Yesudas
Tuesday, September 19, 2006 | MP
Young singer Vijay Yesudas and second son of legendary singer Dr Yesudas is planning to get married early next year. The singer will tie the knot with Dharshana, a girl from Trivandrum. The couple will get married on January 21st next year at the Trivandrum club.Vijay who has started his public performance with his father at a very young age is quite popular as a play back singer in Malayalam,Tamil and Telungu industries.
Job oppurtunities will be maximised: CM
Tuesday, September 19, 2006 | MP
Kerala Chief Minister VS Achuthandan has said that his government was taking all steps to enhance the job oppurtunities in the State. While stating this at the State Assembly he said that the govt was expecting to create 1.50 lakh jobs directly in IT and IT enabled service sectors itself. And the Tourism sector is expected to create over 50,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities. Private investments at Infopark and Technopark will be entertained to bring in more jobs at the IT sector. He also said that the govt had plans to start a training center at Infopark that is aimed at giving expertise to young skills in their respective fields through industrial training.
Karutha Pakshikal set for Nov release
Monday, September 18, 2006 | MP
Filmmaker Kamal's Karutha Pakshikal featuring Mammootty, Padmapriya in the lead roles is slated for November release. The film had its major shooting in Thrissur. The film tells the story of a Tamilian migrant who makes a living by ironing clothes in a push cart at the streets. The film which is slated for release on Nov 17th will be brought to theaters by Alwin Film Company and Thriveni Movies.
Neyyar croc center to named after Aussie croc hunter
Monday, September 18, 2006 | MP
The Kerala Forest Department's crocodile breeding center at Neyyar will be named after the popular Australian conservationist, Steve Irwin who recently met with a fatal death after a sting ray attack. The Neyyar Crocodile rearing Center will be dedicated in memory of Irwin for his tremendous contributions to conserve crocodiles and other reptiles. This was informed by the Forset Minister and the govt has also plans to renovate the Center to conserve the wild life species with adding in more facilities.
Merger decison only after talks with LDF:Pawar
Sunday, September 17, 2006 | MP
NCP chief Sharad Pawar has said that a decison on the proposed merger of DIC party with NCP will be made only after discussions with LDF on this regard. He said that as his party was also a part of the ruling LDF in Kerala, a final decision could be taken only after consultaion with them. He said that talks were on and a final stance could be reached within 10 days time. Pawar also denied the fact that the merger could have any effect on his party's relations with the Congress.
Palunku
Sunday, September 17, 2006 | MP
Palunku is acclaimed director Blessy's new film with Mammootty playing the lead.The duo's earlier project Kazchcha had earned many awards. Palunku tells the story of a farmer and the issues surrounding him. Howli Puttur produces the film under the banner of Dream Team productions. The heroine is yet to be finalised. It is said that Jagathy Sreekumar plays a key role in the film.Blessy himself writes the script. The film will begin with its shooting from Oct in and around Idukki.
Fabmall supermarkets forays into Kerala
Saturday, September 16, 2006 | MP
The leading food and grocery retail chain Trinethra Super Retail Limited (TSRL), is foraying into the Kerala market under the Fabmall supermarket brand. The TSRL group has already opened its first store in Fort Kochi and more are coming up at Tripunithura, Kaloor, Edapally, Kadavanthra,Aluva, Kakkanad, Angamaly, Kottayam etc.Besides the firm also plans 25 new fabmall outlets across Kerala within next 6 months including regions like Kolenchery, Muvattupuzha, Kottayam City, Mavelikara, Alleppey, Trichur and Palakkad.
Baba Kalyani
Saturday, September 16, 2006 | MP
Baba Kalyani is the new film announced by action filmmaker Shaji Kailas.The film has actor Mohanlal playing the lead. Earlier Shaji Kailas had announced a project with Mohanlal by the name, Alibai. But lately the project is postponed and instead Baba Kalyani will be the first to be made. Mohanlal plays a police officer in the film which is said to be an action thriller. Mamta Mohandas will be the heroine. The story is being scripted by popular writer S. N Swami.Antony Perumbavoor produces the film.
Shaji Kailas changes his project plans
Friday, September 15, 2006 | MP
Action director Shaji Kailas has changed his project plans. Shaji was supposed to take a film with Mohanlal by the name, Alibhai. Lately the project is being changed and instead he will take another film titled Baba Kalyani with Mohanlal itself.The film will be launched later this year. Mamta Mohandas will pair opposite Lal in the film.
John Mathai is new Chief Secretary
Friday, September 15, 2006 | MP
John Mathai who was the additional Chief Secretary has been chosen as the new Chief Secretary of Kerala. Mr John, an IAS officer would replace Muhammed Riasuddin who served the post and Muhammed would now be appointed as the Director of Institute of Management in government.Nivedita P Haran would be the new Pricipal Secretary in the Revenue Department. This was informed by the Chief Minister after a cabinet meeting.
Air Sahara starts Delhi-Kochi-Tvm flight from Oct5
Thursday, September 14, 2006 | MP
Air Sahara is expanding its network connections by adding Thiruvanathapuram to its destination list. The new flight would operate daily between Delhi-Kochi-Thiruvananthapuram with effective from October 5th 2006. The flight will start at 7:35am from Delhi and will reach Kochi. It will leave Kochi at 11:10am and would reach Thiruvanathapuram at 11:50am. On its return service,the flight would leave from Tvm at 12:30pm and would reach Delhi at 3:50pm.
Parthasarathi
Thursday, September 14, 2006 | MP
Parthasarathi is being directed by Johnson Esthappan who made his debut as a director with Ponmudipuzhayorathu in 2005. His new film has Kalabhavan Mani playing the lead of a Tamilian character, Parthasarathi Gownder who is engaged with eatery business. The film is said to be another action thriller like Mani's recent films.The director himself writes the script for the film.The film is produced under the banner of Mata Cine Arts.
Major DIC(K) leaders quit party
Wednesday, September 13, 2006 | MP
On the wake of a move for alliance between the DIC (K)-NCP, major leaders of the Karunakaran led DIC (K) party had left the party objecting to the party's stance for a merger with the NCP. DIC(K) state Vice-President P Sankaran has announced of his decision to leave the party. Some of his associates like DIC(K) district Vice-President and General Secretary also had opposed the merger and has shown interest in joining with the Congress. Meanwhile Congress Opposition leader had said that Congress was ready to welcome anyone who returned to the party from DIC.
Notebook to hit theaters on Oct 15
Wednesday, September 13, 2006 | MP
Notebook a campus film directed by young talent Roshan Andrews is awaiting release in October. The film tells a love story and deals with problems of young minds.The film features mostly of newcomers. Notebook is mainly shot in the locales of Ootty is produced under the banner of Grihalakshmy Productions.
Pathaaka
Wednesday, September 13, 2006 | MP
Pathaka directed by K Madhu is a movie inspired on the sex scandal scam involving a Kerala Minister.Suresh Gopi plays the lead along with veteran actress Sheela playing his mom. Others include Navya Nair, Manoj.K.Jayan,Janardhanan, Lalu Alex etc. Pathaka is another political thriller with the ususal affair. For Suresh Gopi its just another routine role from his series of action oriented political films. The film deals with too many plots and subplots and lacks a solid and refreshing story. One may enjoy the show if you are a die hard Suresh Gopi fan!
Kerala Vision channel soon
Wednesday, September 13, 2006 | MP
Another Malayalam channel named Kerala Vision is soon to go on air by Sept 15th.The channel is being promoted by the network of Kerala cable TV operators in the state.The channel will use the optical fibre cable network of the Railways to link all the districts within the state for its tramsmission. The channel also claims to offer unique and informative content quiet distinct from the other channels.
Conflict among DIC on merger with NCP
Tuesday, September 12, 2006 | MP
The Karunakaran led party, Democratic Indira Congress (DIC) 's merger with Sharad Pawar's NCP has led to conflict among leaders within the party. Many of the DIC(K)'s supporters are opposing the proposed merger move and even threatened to leave the party if such a merger happens.Meanwhile leaders of both party are holding talks on the union and an NCP-DIC merger would mean the coming together of two parties orginally split away from the Congress.
World meet on Mountain ungulates at Munnar
Monday, September 11, 2006 | MP
The fourth World Congress on Mountain Ungulates will be held in Munnar, Kerala from September 12-15th. The event is jointly being organised by High Range Wildlife and Environment Preservation Association of Munnar along with the Caprinae Specialist Group of the World Conservation Union (IUCN). This is the first time the event is being organised in Asia.The Eravikulam National Park at Munnar has the rare species of the mountain ungulate, the Nilgiri tahr, a wild mountain goat species.
Gopika turns advocate
Monday, September 11, 2006 | MP
Actress Gopika who is riding high on success with hits like Chandu pottu, Keerthichakra etc.is lately donning a lawyer's role in Joshy film, Pothenvava. She plays opposite Mammoootty in the film. She plays a strong supportive role to Mammootty's character in the film who often have to fight legal cases due to problems caused by him.It would be a great change for Gopika who will be seen in a rather ambitious role in the film.
Bada Dosth,Pothenvava progresses in Kochi
Sunday, September 10, 2006 | MP
After the Onam films, next set of big films are already rolling on at Kochi. Joshy's film Pothenvava is ongoing with its shooting at Kakkanadu and premises. Benny P. Nayarambalam is script writer for the film which features Mammootty,Gopika, Usha Utup etc. Suresh Gopi's Viji Tampi directed 'Bada Dosth' is also underway with its shooting at Kochi.Jyothirmayi,Karthika, are the female leads and is being produced by actor Siddique.
Pawar assures Kerala of agricultural package
Sunday, September 10, 2006 | MP
Union Agriculture Minister Sharad Pawar on his visit to Kerala gave assurance of special agricultural package to the State soon.Kerala has demanded an aid of Rs.56.65-billion that includes a Rs.34.12 billion financial package for drought-affected districts like Palakkad, Wayanad, Kozhikode, Idukki and Alappuzha and Rs.22.53 billion for the entire farm sector in the state. The minister also said that special focus would be given to debt relief, farmer crisis, watershed development, irrigation, horticulture development, rainwater harvesting and animal husbandry etc.
Medical CET declared invalid by panel
Saturday, September 9, 2006 | MP
A Supervisory Committee appointed by the govt has declared the entrance test conducted by the Kerala private medical colleges mangement as invalid."The Common Entrance Test for medical course for 2006-07 was not fair and transparent," said the report. The committee headed by Mohammed also recommended the government to take adequate steps to ensure that the medical admission procedure is being conducted beneficial to the students.Meanwhile the Private Medical College Managements Association has denied the report and said that it would seek judicial probe into the issue.
Chakkarapottan turns Chakkaramuthu
Saturday, September 9, 2006 | MP
Dileep's Lohitadas film produced by Seven Arts Films has been renamed as Chakkaramuthu. Dileep plays a tailor in the film.Kavya Madhavan is the heroine. The film has started with its shooting near Bharataputza, in and around Shornur and Ottapalam.The film is projected as Dileep's Ramzan release.
Mahasamudram
Friday, September 8, 2006 | MP
Mahasamudram directed by S.Janardhanan comes out as a mass entertainer in which Mohanlal plays a local fisherman. The film promises to be a visual treat for all the Lal fans. Though there is nothing new in the storyline, the catchy dialogues,action packed stunt scenes, the sea side romance and songs is fair enough to keep the film going.Heroine Laila has nothing much to offer. M.Jayachandran's music offers some good songs. Jagathy Sreekumar, Innocent, Rahman, Jagdeesh, Sai Kumar etc are the other cast in team. The film could have bettered in many ways, but alltogether it turns out as as masala fick meant for the festive season.
Intnl travel expo kicks off in Tvm
Friday, September 8, 2006 | MP
Ahead of the forthcoming tourism season in Kerala, an international travel exhibition has begun in Thiruvananthapuram. The 3 day event titled, 'International Travel Expo 2006,' that kicked off on Sept 7th at the St. Joseph School Exhibition Centre is being organised by the Kerala Tourism. The expo showcases various exhibits and ventures in the tourism industry and is being participated by tourism boards of other Indian states and various other countries.
CM gives a boost to Technocity project
Thursday, September 7, 2006 | MP
Kerala CM is trying his best to speed up the land acquisition process for the development of the proposed Technocity project at Pallipuram in Thiruvanathapuram.The government plans to acquire over 500 acres of land for the project and even had appointed a special officer for setting up the land."We expect the special officer to acquire the land in less than a year, and then it is up to the government to decide on the modus operandi for the development of Technocity",said Technopark CEO.
Classmates
Thursday, September 7, 2006 | MP
Classmates directed by Lal Jose is definitely a different film told on the backdrop of campus life. The film is a take on the old college days which brings in the sweet and sour memories of college and hostel life. the The young college gang consisting of Pritviraj, Indrajeet, Jayasurya, Narain, Kavya and new face Radhika has all done their job well and with naturalism. A well weaved in script is the greatest highlight of the film.Alex Paul's music adds some soothing flavor to the story. Altogether the film stands out among the Onam films released and purely serves as a great entertainer well bundled with comedy, romance, student politics and lots of fun filled memories.
Classmates makes an impact among Onam flicks
Wednesday, September 6, 2006 | MP
Lal Jose film, Classmates which was released last week has succeeded to make an impact among the Onam films. The film themed on youth and campus life got a a warm welcome at the theaters. While the other big films like Bhargava Charitam, Don and Pathaka all made a usual affair, this youth film tend to be crowd puller especially a entertainer among the youngsters.The film also has a young muti cast with Pritviraj,Jayasurya, Indrajeet, Kavya, Radhika etc in the lead.
Kuruvilla to take over as Public Works Minister
Wednesday, September 6, 2006 | MP
T. U. Kuruvila will take charge as the new Public Works Minister in place of P J Joseph who had resigned from the State cabinet following allegations against him. However the new Minister's swearing in ceremony is likely to be delayed till next week as the Governor is out of the State for a week. Kuruvilla comes from the Kerala Congress (Joseph) group and is an MLA representing Kotamangalam.
Pakal
Tuesday, September 5, 2006 | MP
Pakal is the new project from producer turned debutant director Naushad. Prithviraj plays the hero in the film which deals on social relevant issues. Jyothirmayi plays the heroine. Its the first time Pritvi and Jyothirmayi are pairing on screen. Veteran actor Thilakan, actor Jagdeesh, Sudeesh etc plays key roles in the film. Santhosh Mathai and Biju produces the film under the banner of Cinema movies. M G Rdhakrishnan composes the music to the lines of lyricist Girish Puthenchery. The movie has already been launched and the shooting will soon progress in Thiruvanthapuram and premises.
Onam festivities woos tourists
Tuesday, September 5, 2006 | MP
Onam celebrations in Kerala is drawing large crowd including domestic and international tourists from all over. State government too had elaborate Onam festivities with colourful events, fireworks and spectacular art and dance forms. Kerala being the fastest emerging tourist destination in the world, the week long Onam festival jointly conducted by the Tourism dept is drawing a huge turnout of crowds everywhere. Keralites all over are in a festive mood with markets and streets packed up with shoppers for the Onam season.
Sreesanth not in Champions trophy team
Monday, September 4, 2006 | MP
Kerala cricketer Sreesanth has not been listed in the Champions Trophy Indian team that was announced by the selection committee for the ICC Champions trophy scheduled for Novemember. However the fast bowler has been picked up for the tri series DLF Cup in Malaysia. Selector Kiran More has said that Sreesanth was being temporarly omitted out of the Champions Trophy squad so as to give chance to RP Singh who has been bowling well of late.
Padmapriya again for Anwar film
Monday, September 4, 2006 | MP
Young filmmaker Anwar Rasheed who went on to make a super hit with his debut film Rajamanikyam is preparing for his next film, Chota Mumbai. If it was Mammootty who starred in his first film, Anwar is tryng his next with Mohanlal. But interestingly the director is keeping his heroine intact. He has chosen none other than Padmapriya, his first film's heroine as the female lead for his second film too. With the actress popularity sky rocketing, Padmapriya is quite busy out there in the Malayalam film industry.
Kerala willing to end dam disputes with TN
Sunday, September 3, 2006 | MP
Kerala's Water Resources Minister has said that the State was willing to end its disputes with Tamil Nadu over the Mullaperiyar dam issues. The minister said that govt was ready for negotiations on its part for mutual agrrements with Tamil Nadu for amicable settlement on the issues. The govt had even asked for Center's intervention on the matter saying raising dam height was unsafe for the public living in its surrounding disrticts as the dam was located in at a quake sensitive region.
Moonamathoral
Sunday, September 3, 2006 | MP
Moonamathoral holds significance as being Malayalam's first digital movie. Directed by V K Prakash, the film tells a horror story of a murder mystery. The film is technically brilliant with cameraman Lokanathan deserving special mention. However the script is the most disappointing factor in the film.Jayaram, Jyothirmai, Samvritha Sunil, Vineeth etc are good in their respective roles. Music director Ouseppachan makes a good comeback with some good melodies in the film.
Blessy's new ventures with Dileep, Mammootty
Sunday, September 3, 2006 | MP
Young and talented Malayalam filmmaker Blessy is planning out on a couple of films lately. The projects in the making are one with Mamootty in the lead which is expected for release early next year. Howli Potoor is said to produce this film. And the other venture is with actor Dileep. Blessy is yet to come up with the script and other details are awaited soon.
Kanaka Simhasanam
Friday, September 1, 2006 | MP
Malayalam filmmaker Rajasenan who had delivered many a family entertainer hits with actor Jayaram is coming together again for another venture. The film is titled Kanaka Simhasanam and will be produced by M.Mani under the banner of Sunitha productions. The duo had lastly worked for Madhuchandralekha. Actress Mamta Mohandaswho paired with Jayaram in Madhuchandralekha is said to be the heroine for this film too. Other female lead is Lakshmi Gopalsamy.Also casts Jagathy, Suraj, Kochu Preman, Bindhu Panikkar etc. The film is said to start rolling in September at Vadakkanchery. The film is slated for Christmas release.
Govt to introduce handloom wear in schools
Friday, September 1, 2006 | MP
Kerala govt is planning to introduce handloom uniforms in the government run schools. The proposal being put forward by the govt is intended to give a boost to the sinking handloom industry in the state. The hand spun uniforms woven out of cotton is likely to be introduced in schools once in a week from next year onwards. However no child will be forced to wear the handloom made uniforms, said Industries Minister. If the scheme is succesfully implemented in schools it could employ many rural population in the handloom sector.
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