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3 Malayalam Movies to Watch on OTT This Week: Velleppam, Hey Balwanth to Sree Vishnu’s Mrithyunjay dub

3 Malayalam Movies to Watch on OTT This Week: Velleppam, Hey Balwanth to Sree Vishnu’s Mrithyunjay dub

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Malayalam movies are once again hitting the streaming space this week with a new array of selections. If you’re exploring new films, here’s a list of Malayalam flicks to check out on OTT platforms. 3 Malayalam Films to Watch on OTT 1. Velleppam Cast: Akshay Radakrishnan, Noorin Shereef, Roma Asrani, Shine Tom Chacko, Sreejith Ravi, Kailash Director: Praveen Raj Pookkadan Genre: Romantic Comedy Drama Runtime: 2 hours and 7 minutes Where to watch: SunNXT Streaming Date: April 3, 2026 Josemon has spent his life avoiding responsibility, allowing his sister Sarah to sacrifice her dreams to support the family. His stagnant world is shaken when Kaleena, an artist commissioned to paint the church, enters his life and challenges his perspective. With a powerful local politician observing from the shadows, Josemon is pushed into an uneasy journey of self-discovery, forcing him to question whether he can finally find a purpose worth fighting for. 2. Hey Balwanth (Malayalam-dub) Cast: Suhas, Shivani Nagaram, Naresh, Vennela Kishore, Ajay Ghosh, Sudharshan, Harsha Vardhan, Annapurna Director: Gopi Atchara Genre: Comedy Drama Runtime: …

Manjummel Boys’ Sreenath Bhasi and Shine Tom Chacko questioned by police for hybrid cannabis case worth Rs 2 crore

Manjummel Boys’ Sreenath Bhasi and Shine Tom Chacko questioned by police for hybrid cannabis case worth Rs 2 crore

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Trigger Warning: This article contains references to drug addiction. Manjummel Boys star Sreenath Bhasi and actor Shine Tom Chacko were questioned by Excise officials in Kerala’s Alappuzha. The actors had been interrogated in connection with a drug bust case that took place earlier this month. According to India Today, the actors were brought in for questioning based on a statement by the prime accused, Christina. As per her statement, she had consumed cannabis along with the actors, which led to them getting served a notice. Later on, both Sreenath and Shine were let out on station bail. The accused, 41-year-old Christina alias Tasleema Sultan, based in Chennai, was a script translator in the film field. As per the report, the Excise team had found 3 kg of weed, presumably from her car, along with the second accused, Feroze. According to an official, “From the initial questioning, it was understood that they have been using ganja regularly for years now. They were in the apartment for a movie discussion. We have to investigate further about the …

Shine Tom Chacko given one last chance to correct his behaviour: Film Employees Federation of Kerala | Malayalam News

Shine Tom Chacko given one last chance to correct his behaviour: Film Employees Federation of Kerala | Malayalam News

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The Film Employees Federation of Kerala (FEFKA) on Tuesday said actor Shine Tom Chacko, accused by actress Vincy Aloshious of misbehaving with her under the influence of drugs, has been given one last chance to correct his behaviour failing which it would be difficult to continue working with him. FEFKA general secretary B Unnikrishnan, in a press meet held here, said that one last opportunity was given to the actor on his request as he is young and a good actor and such individuals “should not be seen as criminals”. “People who get addicted to such behaviours or practices should be given an opportunity to correct themselves as that is the humane thing to do. But this humane approach should not be seen as a weakness,” he emphasised. Story continues below this ad B Unnikrishnan said FEFKA has a strict stand on such matters and it has told Shine Tom Chacko that it can work with him only if he resolves the issue. “He has assured us that he would resolve it,” Unnikrishnan said. He …

Day after actor’s arrest, Kerala minister says no concession for celebrities in war against drugs | Latest News India

Day after actor’s arrest, Kerala minister says no concession for celebrities in war against drugs | Latest News India

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Kerala excise minister MB Rajesh said on Sunday that the state government and its police and excise wings will deal with the drugs lobby with ‘an iron fist’ and that no industry will be given any preference or concession in the war against drugs. Day after actor’s arrest, Kerala minister says no concession for celebrities in war against drugs The minister’s statement comes just a day after prominent Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko was arrested by the Kochi city police in a drugs-related case and booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. Chacko has also been accused of misbehaviour towards an actor on a film set after consuming drugs, though no FIR has been filed yet in the regard. “The state is involved in a war against drugs and the police and excise departments are working on a war footing against drugs with strong measures. It has been made clear several times that no field or industry is given any kind of special attention,” Rajesh told reporters in Palakkad on Sunday. “The …

Shine Tom Chacko’s brother Joe John responds to his drug allegations with sarcasm: ‘Won’t even give me ₹5000’

Shine Tom Chacko’s brother Joe John responds to his drug allegations with sarcasm: ‘Won’t even give me ₹5000’

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Apr 20, 2025 01:07 PM IST Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko’s brother Joe John Chacko spoke to reporters after his arrest in drug case. Here’s what he said.  Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko was arrested in Kochi on Saturday in a drug case before being released on bail. His brother, Joe John Chacko, spoke to reporters outside the police station and responded with sarcasm when asked about drug deal allegations, according to an OnManorama report. (Also Read: Unni Mukundan defends film industry amid Shine Tom Chacko’s arrest in drugs case: ‘Cinema alone cannot be blamed’) Shine Tom Chacko’s brother Joe John Chacko spoke to the press in Kochi. Joe John responds to brother Shine Tom Chacko’s drug deal allegations Joe was asked about Shine’s alleged ₹20,000 transaction with a known drug dealer in Kochi. He responded, “This is someone who won’t even give me ₹5000 when I ask for it, how will he play ₹20,000 to someone else?” He also got sarcastic when asked if his brother was being taken to a de-addiction centre. “Maybe …

Marco actor Unni Mukundan REACTS to Shine Tom Chacko’s drug case, says movies should not be blamed; ‘Cinema mirrors what’s…’

Marco actor Unni Mukundan REACTS to Shine Tom Chacko’s drug case, says movies should not be blamed; ‘Cinema mirrors what’s…’

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Trigger Warning: This article contains references to drug addiction. Marco actor Unni Mukundan recently reacted to the arrest of actor Shine Tom Chacko in connection with drug use and criminal activities. In an interaction with OnManorama, the actor made it clear that cinema alone can’t be held responsible for such incidents. In his words, the actor said, “It is not right to say that drug abuse and crime rates are increasing under the influence of cinema. Cinema mirrors what’s happening in society; it doesn’t encourage drug use. It cannot influence society in that way.” The actor added that it should be investigated how such contraband substances are making their way into Kerala, especially in schools. Referring to the criticisms his film Marco received—alleging the promotion of violence and substance use—he defended the film for its cinematic integrity. The actor said, “It is unfortunate that, in a country with educated people, awareness still needs to be created against drug abuse. The problem is not the movie Marco. Isn’t it just a movie? The film points out …

Team ‘Soothravakyam’ supports ICC inquiry into actor Vincy Aloshious” allegations

Team ‘Soothravakyam’ supports ICC inquiry into actor Vincy Aloshious” allegations

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Kochi, The team behind the upcoming Malayalam film ‘Soothravakyam’, starring Vincy Aloshious and Shine Tom Chacko, on Saturday expressed full support for the ongoing inquiry by the Internal Complaints Committee and the Film Chamber into Vincy’s complaint of alleged misconduct by Chacko on the film’s set. Team ‘Soothravakyam’ supports ICC inquiry into actor Vincy Aloshious” allegations At a press conference, producer Srikanth Kandragula said the ICC and the Film Chamber would hold a meeting on April 21 to investigate the matter. “Not as a producer, but as someone who deeply cares for Malayalam cinema, I want fairness and transparency. The committee must uncover facts that may not be known to the crew,” he said. Kandragula, who is also an actor and director, clarified that the set was drug-free to the best of his knowledge. His statement comes in the wake of Shine Tom Chacko’s arrest in a separate drug case, from which he was released on bail the same day. He said he only came to know of the allegations through the media the next …

Unni Mukundan defends film industry amid Shine Tom Chacko’s arrest in drugs case: ‘Cinema alone cannot be blamed’

Unni Mukundan defends film industry amid Shine Tom Chacko’s arrest in drugs case: ‘Cinema alone cannot be blamed’

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Apr 19, 2025 07:20 PM IST Unni Mukundan spoke to reporters at the sidelines of an event in Kochi and defended the film industry amid Vincy Aloshious’ complaint on Shine Tom Chacko. Actor Unni Mukundan said on Saturday that cinema does not promote narcotic abuse but only reflects what is happening in society. He welcomed a female actor speaking out recently against drug use on movie sets, calling it a “positive step”. He added that everybody should introspect why drug consumption and crime rate are on the rise in a state where the literacy rate is so high. (Also Read: Vincy Aloshous reveals name of her co-actor who used drugs on set) Shine Tom Chacko was pursued by the police in a drugs case and Unni Mukundan had this to say. Unni Mukundan defends film industry “It is not right to say that drug abuse and crime rate are increasing under the influence of cinema,” Unni told reporters in Kochi on the sidelines of a programme. “Cinema cannot influence society in that way,” he claimed. …

Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko booked by Kerala police in alleged drug case

Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko booked by Kerala police in alleged drug case

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Trigger Warning: This article contains references to drug addiction. Shine Tom Chacko was arrested by Kerala Police on April 19, 2025, after a four-hour-long interrogation. As per a report by India Today, the actor was booked under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. He was charged under Sections 27 (consumption of narcotic drugs or psychotropic substances) and 29 (abetment and criminal conspiracy) of the NDPS Act. The police are set to conduct medical examinations and other proceedings soon. According to the same report, the actor was apprehended on Saturday by Kochi police after he fled his hotel room. Shine Tom Chacko, who was staying on the third floor, allegedly jumped out of the window to a lower floor and escaped through the pool area to avoid a police raid. The incident reportedly occurred during a routine drug search conducted by the police. While no narcotics were found in his room, his attempt to evade the authorities raised suspicions. Thereafter, Shine Tom Chacko was served a notice by the authorities to appear at the …

Producer accuses Sreenath Bhasi of demanding cannabis during shoot: ‘He won’t be in the right mood’

Producer accuses Sreenath Bhasi of demanding cannabis during shoot: ‘He won’t be in the right mood’

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Apr 18, 2025 04:22 PM IST Amid controversy surrounding Shine Tom Chacko in the drug raid case, producer Haseeb Malabar has claimed that Sreenath Bhasi demanded ‘stuff’ from him on set. The Malayalam film industry has been in the limelight for the last few days. Actor Shine Tom Chacko was reportedly caught escaping a Kochi hotel during a drug raid on Wednesday. Kochi city police on Thursday said a notice will be issued to the actor for escaping the scene. Now in a different case, producer Haseeb Malabar has claimed that actor Sreenath Bhasi demanded cannabis during the middle of a shoot. Haseeb is producing Sreenath’s upcoming film Namukku Kodathiyil Kaanam. (Also read: Malayalam star Shine Tom Chacko caught on CCTV fleeing hotel room during drug raid in Kochi, police issues notice. Watch) Sreenath Bhasi has been accused of demanding cannabis on set. (Facebook/Sreenath Bhasi) What the producer said Speaking to Matrubhumi, Haseeb said, “One night, not directly to me, but through the boy I had assigned to him, I got a call around 2.45 …