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Hindustan Times
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Soubin Shahir claims he was at police station for questioning, not arrested in Manjummel Boys financial fraud case
Actor and producer Soubin Shahir appeared before police in Kochi on Tuesday for questioning in connection with a financial fraud case linked to the hit Malayalam film Manjummel Boys. After questioning at the Maradu police station, Soubin told reporters that he provided all the documents sought by investigators and also submitted his mobile phone on time. Soubin Shahir both starred in and produced Chidambaram's Manjummel Boys. Soubin Shahir clarifies news of arrest in financial fraud case On Tuesday, news broke that Soubin, along with his father Babu Shahir and Shawn Anthony, had been arrested and released on bail. However, Soubin denied that he had been arrested, claiming he had been at the police station for questioning. According to PTI, he said, 'I believe the investigators are now convinced by the facts. Let them examine the documents and take a decision.' Police sources, however, confirmed that Soubin was granted conditional bail by the Kerala High Court, as per PTI, explaining why his arrest was not recorded. The financial fraud case involving Manjummel Boys team Soubin was interrogated in connection with a complaint filed by Siraj Valiyathura, who alleged that the producers promised a 40 per cent profit share over his ₹7 crore investment during the production of Manjummel Boys. As per the court's order, Maradu police are continuing their investigation and have submitted a report to the HC. The report alleges that the accused conspired to cheat the complainant. According to an Asianet report, the court had directed that the actor be present for questioning while granting anticipatory bail. The court also directed that the accused should not be questioned in custody and should be released on bail if arrested. The HC rejected the producers' request to quash the case and turned down the police's request to question them in custody. According to Sacnilk, Manjummel Boys made ₹240.5 crore worldwide. It is the highest-grossing Malayalam film of 2024 and the second highest-grossing Malayalam film ever after Prithviraj Sukumaran's Mohanlal-starrer L2 Empuraan. With inputs from PTI
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shanaya Kapoor reveals her childhood friends Ananya Panday and Suhana Khan guide her in movies: 'We have grown up together hoping for these moments...'
Shanaya Kapoor is debuting in 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan'. She shares a strong bond with friends Ananya Panday and Suhana Khan. They support each other's Bollywood dreams. Ananya guides Shanaya in the industry. Shanaya's debut faced delays. She appeared in Guru Randhawa's music video. Her journey showcases friendship and perseverance. Fans eagerly await her film release. Shanaya Kapoor is finally stepping into the spotlight with her debut film Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, and she isn't doing it alone. Backed by a circle of childhood friends who know the pressures of the industry firsthand—Ananya Panday and Suhana Khan—Shanaya opens up about the strength of their bond, the shared dreams they've nurtured since childhood, and the unwavering support that's helped her navigate her journey to the big screen. In a recent chat with Bollywood Bubble, Shanaya reflected on the deep bond she shares with her childhood friends Ananya Panday and Suhana Khan . Calling it a true sisterhood, she spoke about how the three of them have grown up dreaming of a career in films—and now that it's finally happening, it feels surreal. As the daughter of actor Sanjay Kapoor and Maheep Kapoor, Shanaya hails from a family rooted in the industry, with cousins like Janhvi, Khushi, Sonam, and Arjun Kapoor all making their mark in Bollywood. Speaking about her close-knit bond with Suhana Khan and Ananya Panday—daughters of Shah Rukh Khan and Chunky Panday respectively—Shanaya shared how their friendship is rooted in unconditional support. She revealed that whenever something new comes out about her, Suhana and Ananya are always the first to reach out. Their connection, she said, goes beyond the industry—it's built on genuine love and encouragement that flows both ways. She further shared how Ananya Panday has played a key role in guiding her through her early days in the film industry. From helping her navigate what works and what doesn't, to simply being there through every first, Ananya has been a steady support. Shanaya described their bond—as well as her connection with Suhana Khan—as a true sisterhood. She said it's a blessing to be chasing their dreams together, exchanging experiences, and leaning on each other through the highs and lows. Her long-awaited Bollywood debut has seen its fair share of delays and reshuffles. Initially set to launch with Dharma Productions' Bedhadak, the film was eventually shelved. She was later cast in the Mohanlal-starrer Vrusshabha, which began filming in 2023 but is still awaiting release. Most recently, Shanaya made an appearance in Guru Randhawa's music video titled Vibe, giving fans a glimpse of her screen presence ahead of her film debut.
Indian Express
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Ananya Panday guides me every step of the way', says Shanaya Kapoor: ‘We have grown up together, now chasing our dreams'
After many movie announcements, Shanaya Kapoor is finally making her film debut with Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan. In a recent interview, while promoting her film, Shanaya spoke about the guidance she has received from her childhood friends – Ananya Panday and Suhana Khan. Ananya has been in the movies for a few years now, and Suhana made her debut with Zoya Akhtar's multi-starrer The Archies. Calling their friendship a 'sisterhood', Shanaya shared that she feels blessed to have the support of her friends in the film industry. In a chat with Bollywood Bubble, Shanaya shared, 'It's a sisterhood and yes, we are in the same filed, and we are chasing our dreams. We have grown up together hoping for these moments and it's finally happening.' Shanaya is the daughter of actor Sanjay Kapoor and reality show star Maheep Kapoor. Her cousins Janhvi Kapoor, Khushi Kapoor, Sonam Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor are all actors in the film industry. Talking further about Suhana Khan, daughter of Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan, and Ananya Panday, daughter of actor Chunky Panday, Shanaya Kapoor shared, 'We are filled with just love and support, and I am not just saying it but genuinely, anything of mine that comes out, they are the first ones to message me.' She added, 'That's the kind of love, support, and that's what all three of us have for each other.' ALSO READ | Exclusive | Aamir Khan says already married to Gauri Spratt 'in my heart'; confirms he's starting work on Mahabharat, won't cast known faces Shanaya shared that Ananya has been guiding her through her first steps in the industry. 'Ananya has always been there for me for all my first steps. She has told me, 'This is is how this works, this is how this doesn't work'. And she has always guided me. So it's sisterhood. We are so excited that we are all in this journey of fulfilling our dreams right now. What a beautiful feeling that we come back and we talk about it together. We are helping each other out. We are experiencing the ups and the downs together and I am very grateful that I have them and I can rely on them and call them whenever I need them for anything. I feel it's very tough to find that sisterhood.' Shanaya Kapoor was previously scheduled to make her debut with Dharma Production' Bedhadak, but the project was shelved. She was then announced to star in Mohanlal-starrer Vrusshabha. She started filming for this project in 2023, but it is yet to release. Recently, she was also seen in a music video by Guru Randhawa titled 'Vibe'.
Hindustan Times
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
‘L2 Empuraan is where it began': Producer blames Mohanlal film for issues with CBFC over Janaki vs State of Kerala
Even as Union Minister and actor Suresh Gopi's Janaki vs State of Kerala struggles to get certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) due to disagreement over the film's title, producer G Suresh Kumar chimed in to give his two cents. Talking to the press, as per a Manorama Online report, the filmmaker blamed Prithviraj Sukumaran's hit Mohanlal-starrer L2 Empuraan for all these issues. Mohanlal in a still from Prithviraj Sukumaran's L2 Empuraan. L2 Empuraan to be blamed for Janaki vs State of Kerala's issues? Producer Suresh reportedly told the press that the controversy surrounding L2 Empuraan after its release made the censor board hyper-vigilant. 'Empuraan had to be recensored due to the controversy. That's when the censor board became more cautious. That's why this problem has arisen; everything began from there,' he said. Given that the issue is now in the Kerala High Court, he called it a 'powerful institution' and said, 'The court looks whether the name should be mentioned or not. The court can intervene 100 per cent. In my opinion, there will be a favourable verdict. Let the court watch the movie and take the decision,' he added. Incidentally, Suresh Gopi had spoken about the L2 Empuraan controversy in the parliament. He has yet to address the issues faced by his film. The controversy surrounding CBFC and JVSK After the CBFC reportedly denied certification to the film over the name Janaki, an iteration of Goddess Sita in the title, the producers J Phanindra Parameswaran and Sethuraman Nair Kankol filed a petition at the HC challenging the decision. Last week, according to PTI, the court said it would watch the film starring Suresh Gopi and Anupama Parameswaran in the lead roles on 5 July at 10 AM before deciding if the name should be changed. A hearing will be held on 9 July. During the hearing, the CBFC sought more time to file its reply affidavit. The court said it cannot unnecessarily extend the time to file a reply. The court had asked the Board the week before that to submit in writing the decision of its revising committee regarding the movie, which has not yet been certified for public viewing due to the name of its titular character -- Janaki. The Pravin Narayanan-directed film revolves around the legal battle of an assaulted woman named Janaki against the state.
The Hindu
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
JSK – Janaki Vs State of Kerala row: K.C. Venugopal slams Suresh Gopi's silence
All India Congress Committee (AICC) general secretary K.C. Venugopal on Thursday (July 3, 2025) strongly criticised the censor board for denying clearance to the film JSK – Janaki Vs State of Kerala and hit out at Union Minister Suresh Gopi, who plays the lead role, for staying silent on the matter. According to sources, the film was denied certification because the name 'Janaki' – another name for goddess Sita — was used for the lead character, a woman fighting a legal battle after being assaulted. "We've heard actor and Union Minister Suresh Gopi say many times that cinema is his lifeblood – like rice is to daily sustenance. Yet, even as a system he is part of throws mud onto that very rice, he remains silent," Mr. Venugopal wrote in a Facebook post. The Alappuzha MP urged Mr. Gopi, an actor-turned politician, to break his silence and speak up for his own film and for his fellow artistes. Mr. Venugopal accused the censor board of attacking artistic freedom. "The stance taken by the censor board sets fire to the very foundation of freedom of expression," he said. "In cinema and literature, creators have the constitutional freedom to choose titles and names. Denying that is an insult to the Constitution itself," he said. Mr. Venugopal pointed out that names such as Ram, Krishna, Sita, and Radha have been used for decades in Indian films, and many popular movies have carried similar names. "Most personal names in India come from Hindu mythology," he said, adding that the Congress governments never allowed the censor board to act in ways that undermined its credibility. He expressed full support for the film and its makers. "Every censor board member who imposed cuts in the name of narrow-minded politics should study the Constitution and the country's history," the Congress leader said. Venugopal also raised concerns over the larger trend. "Even the Mohanlal-starrer Empuraan had to undergo cuts after being screened in theatres," he said. 'Declared agenda' "Where is the BJP taking this country? What kind of fear is forcing artistes to censor their own creations?" Mr. Venugopal asked and demanded that the Central government and the departments concerned clearly state their position. "The government's continued silence, even after the matter reached the courts, is suspicious," he said. "This appears to be a declared agenda – controlling food, clothing, names, and now even art," the AICC general secretary alleged. Meanwhile, the Kerala High Court on Wednesday said it would watch the film on July 5 before deciding on the censor board's demand to change the name 'Janaki'.
