‘Yakshiyum Njanum’ release barren

Director Vinayan’s ‘Yakshiyum Njanum’ which was to be release on July 30 has not made it. Vinayan, who is always critical of the Malayalam super stars, has again blamed a group of actors including the super stars for plotting to stall his film’ release.

The film which was all set to release was blocked by the Kerala Film Chamber saying it did not have the publicity clearance certificate from the chamber. Today Vinayan has requested the Chief Minister to step in and sort out the issue.

‘Yakshiyum Njanum’ is as understood by the title is a love story starring newcomers Gowtham, Shyam, Meghna Nair in the lead.

Mohammed Asif to star in Malayalam movie

Pakistani fast bowler Mohammed Asif will make his film debut with a Malayalam movie, directed by lyricist Kaithapram Damodaran Namboodiri.

The shooting of the film, titled Mazhavillinnattamvare (Till the tip of the rainbow), is scheduled to begin in September.

Besides Asif, Mazhavillinnattamvare will also mark the directorial debut of Kaithapram, who has penned hundreds of songs and won several national and State awards.

“Asif is now busy playing cricket in England. He will be free by September to begin shooting in Kannur,” Kaithapram told.

To play role of coach
“The film begins with Asif coming to a cricket camp in Kannur as a coach. When he travels from Lahore to Kerala, he has a personal mission too. The film will progress through his journey to his goal.”

Kaithapram has also penned the story, besides writing the the script and lyrics.

There will be five songs and a ghazal, the mixing of which will be done in London. The songs will be rendered by K.J. Yesudas, Udit Narayan, Shankar Mahadevan, K.S. Chitra, Deepankuran and Shreya Ghoshal.

The film is being produced by a Sharjah-based entrepreneur M. Mukundan, who hails from Kannur, under the banner of Valluvankadavu Recreations.

Kavya Madhavan files for divorce

Kavya Madhavan has finally filed her divorce papers at the Ernakulam Family Court in Kochi. She also filed another petition with the Ernakulam First Class Magistrate Court against her husband and in-laws under the Domestic Violence Act for causing mental stress.

Kavya, got married to computer engineer Nischal Chandra in February last year and decided to call it a day from the film industry at the height of her popularity. After few months living in Kuwait with her husband, Kavya returned to her parents’ home.

Record satellite price for ‘Christian Brothers’

Asianet has bought the television rights of ‘Christian Brothers’ for a big 3 crores and this has set a new bench mark in Malayalam satellite television.

The highest price paid for the television rights of a movie so far was 2.86 crores. That was for Mohanlal starrer T20 paid by Surya TV. Now another Mohanlal film has broken that record and set a new record.

Anjali ventures into Mollywood

Anjali is all set to make her Mollywood debut. The actress would be seen opposite Jayasuriya in the upcoming Malayalam film Payyans.

The film is directed by Leo Thaddeus. The film talks about the relationship, love and bonding between a father and a son. Jayasuriya plays the son, Lal plays the father and as per reports Rohini plays the mother.

Saritha and Mukesh Divorce Appeal postponed

The divorce petition of Saritha and her husband Mukesh has been deferred to 21st September.

The actor and actress married in 1987, couple has two sons who are 20 and 17.

About 10 years back, the couple had difference of opinion and Saritha called for the separation leading to divorce, which is still pending on the bench of honorary court in Chennai.

The family court as per the formalities ordered a 6 month separation period and ordered the couple for counseling.

Archana Kavi first appearance in Tamil

Archana Jose Kavi has got her first Tamil offer and that was from Vasanthabalan who made some memorable films like ‘Veyil’ and ‘Angadi Theru’.

Director Vasanthabalan made the official announcement few days ago. 'Aravaan' film will have ‘Eeram’ fame Aadhi as the protagonist. Archana Kavi and Dhanshika are the two heroines in the film. ‘Veyil’ fame Pasupathy is also playing an important role.

‘Aravaan’ is a period film happening in the 18th century Tamil Nadu. Popular singer Karthik is debuting as the music composer. Siddarth of 'Yaaradi Nee Mohini' fame would wield the camera. T Siva of Amma Creations would produce the film.

Thilakan on Facebook !

Thilakan is in popular social networking website Facebook! The account is created and managed by Thilakan fans in a bid to support their favourite actor who has been banned by AMMA and FEFKA.

In its disclosure, the page says: "This is not the official page of actor Thilakan and is not connected with him in any way. This is created by a core Thilakan fan and fellow fans are welcome. Envyists, narcissists, i.e. AMMA, FEFKA stay away. Only Thilakan-ists stay here."

M G Radhakrishnan passed away

M G Radhakrishnan passed away at a private hospital this afternoon. He was 72.

Born on August 8, 1937 at Haripad, in Alappuzha, he was a disciple of Sree Vidyadhiraja Hridayanjali, an Indian ascetic, and has composed music for ascetic's lyrics, which was sung by his younger sister Dr K Omanakutty, a Carnatic vocalist.

Radhakrishnan had worked as a staff and became the senior music composer in Akashvani, Thiruvananthapuram. In 1962, he joined All India Radio.

He has also composed the poems of Kamala Das.

It was Radhakrishnan who introduced K S Chithra to the Malayalam film industry. M G Sreekumar is his younger brother.

Mohanlal is now on Twitter

One of the finest actors in Indian cinema Mohanlal, the living legend and superstar of Malayalam cinema is now on Twitter. His id -@Lal_Mohanlal .

It was Amitabh Bachchan who had persuaded Mohanlal to join Twitter. Amitabh had tweeted that after requesting Aamir Khan to join Twitter, he would persuade Mohanlal to join the bandwagon.

Big B who was shooting with Mohanlal in Ooty was able to convince the star to join the social networking site. Today morning Bachchan tweeted that Lal has joined and he is also impressed with the Malayalam superstar’s blog which is hand written by the actor.