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Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Actor Nivin Pauly, director Abrid Shine booked in cheating case: Filmmaker PS Shamnas alleges financial fraud
Picture Credit: X Malayalam star Nivin Pauly seems to have found himself in legal trouble as, according to the latest reports, the actor, along with filmmaker Abrid Shine, has been booked by the Thalayolaparambu police in Kerala following a complaint lodged by producer PS Shamnas. According to a Gulte report, an FIR has been registered against Nivin and Abrid under Sections 406 (criminal breach of trust) and 420 (cheating) of the IPC. Shamnas alleges that Nivin failed to fulfil financial commitments linked to their 2022 film 'Mahaveeryar', which incurred heavy losses at the box office. Allegations against Nivin Pauly According to Shamnas, Nivin had told him that he would repay him Rs 95 lakh as compensation for his losses and that he would make Shamnas a partner in his next film, 'Action Hero Biju 2', directed by Abrid Shine. Distribution deal dispute The producer went on to say that, following the assurances from Nivin and Abrid, he put an investment of nearly Rs 1.90 crore into 'Action Hero Biju 2'. However, according to Shamnas, Nivin and Abrid recently made a Rs 5 crore distribution deal with a Dubai-based company and never informed him that they had been wrongfully representing the film as being produced by Nivin rather than Indian Movie Makers, which Shamnas had established and registered as the original production company. This alleged breach of trust led Shamnas to approach the authorities, resulting in the lodging of the FIR against both the actor and the director. Nivin Pauly responds Reacting to the allegations, Nivin Pauly has issued a statement clarifying that the dispute between the parties has been under arbitration since June 28. He revealed that a gag order has been placed to maintain confidentiality and stated that further legal action would be taken. Speaking of his work, Nivin Pauly is known for his roles in 'Premam' and 'Action Hero Biju'. He will be next seen in Sarvam Maya and another yet-untitled film where he stars alongside Mamitha Baiju.
New Indian Express
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Nivin Pauly and Aju Varghese share a hearty laugh in Sarvam Maya new poster
Nivin and Aju, who are both an indispensable part of Malayalam cinema today, have acted together in several films, including blockbusters like Thattathin Marayathu, Ohm Shanthi Oshaana, Oru Vadakkan Selfie, and Love Action Drama. They last shared screen space in Varshangalkku Shesham, also directed by Vineeth Sreenivasan. The two also share a great rapport beyond films, as evident from their offscreen interactions. It is worth mentioning that Aju, who recently debuted in Tamil with Ram's Parandhu Po, credited Nivin for helping him land the role. Meanwhile, Sarvam Maya's shooting is progressing at a brisk pace. The makers are planning to release it for Christmas 2025.
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nivin Pauly, Mamitha Baiju to play lead in director Girish's 'Bethlehem Kudumba Unit'
Actors and will play the lead in director 's upcoming Malayalam film that's now been titled 'Bethlehem Kudumba Unit', its makers announced on Friday. The film is to be produced by Bhavana Studios, which is known for having produced superhit Malayalam films like Premalu and Kumbalangi Nights. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Actor Nivin took to his X timeline to share the announcement. He wrote, "This one's for you! Bethlehem Kudumba Unit. Teaming up with Girish AD and Mamitha Baiju. A Bhavana Studios production." The story of the film, which is backed by a talented team on board, has been penned by director Girish AD along with Kiran Josey. Cinematography for the film will be by Ajmal Sabu while music for the film is to be scored by Vishnu Vijay. Akash Joseph Varghese has been roped in as the editor for the film, which is to be distributed by Bhavana. Stating that this film was going to be "very special", Nivin disclosed that production for the film would kick off in September this year. The announcement has left fans of Nivin Pauly super thrilled as the actor has been consistently announcing a list of films, each of which are distinctly different from one another. Nivin Pauly's 'Ramachandra Boss & Co.' teaser promises a comedy heist film Apart from Bethlehem Kudumba Unit, which will be a romantic drama, Nivin Pauly has a series of films lined up, including 'Sarvam Maya' which will be a horror comedy directed by Akhil Sathyan and the Tamil film 'Benz', in which he plays the antagonist. Meanwhile, the production house Bhavana Studios, in its announcement, confirmed that Bethlehem Kudumba Unit would be a romantic tale. For the unaware, Bhavana Studios is a company partnered by director Dileesh Pothan, actor and scenarist .
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
I want to make a film that is rewatchable even two decades later: Akhil
has had an eventful first half of the year — writing the story for a Sathyan Anthikad-Mohanlal film and directing his own film with in the lead. The Pachuvum Albhuthavilakkum director is currently on the sets of Sarvam Maya and spoke to us about the film, working with Nivin, and collaborating with his father, and brother, director Anoop Sathyan. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He says, 'Theatre run is based on luck, but I want to make a film that is rewatchable even 20 years down the line.' A rural drama about a ghost My wish to do a rural drama set in a village came true with this film. I was born and brought up in a village. Even my dad hasn't explored that space in years. I've made a film that will prompt people to go back to their rural roots. There are also elements of fantasy in the film, in which a ghost is the main character. 'Nivin and I are scared of horror films' Ask Akhil about the film's tagline 'The Ghost Next Door', and he says, 'It is a version of a ghost. Not a scary ghost.' Interestingly, Akhil doesn't watch a lot of horror films. 'I don't watch horror films, and if I do, I mute them. Nivin is also scared of horror films, so when these two people join for a film with supernatural elements, it definitely won't be a scary movie. However, there are elements of mystery in it, so we can't be blamed if it does scare someone (laughs).' He further says, 'We have used sync sound for the ghost. Sound design is not something we usually give great importance to over here, but we have brought in for this, and honestly, sound design is like the oxygen for a film.' 'Content is key no matter where a film is set' The content and situations have to be engaging. If that works, it doesn't matter if the film is based in a village or city. Whether the film is set in a flat or a village, if you can bring the audience into the screen through the power of writing, then nothing else matters. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now 'Nivin has put in a lot of effort to transform' Nivin is very good at playing a hero who gets trapped in situations, and here, he plays exactly that. He has put in a lot of effort to overcome the difficulties he has been through in the past few years. He is as fresh as a washed bowl. We can feel the change, and when we see him through the camera, it's like I'm looking at him from 10 years ago. He has focused on diet, food, etc. While people talk about Nivin's humour, we see his emotional side, too — something we should talk about. I have always wanted to do a film with elements of humour and emotion with him. 'A fresh version of the Nivin-Aju combo' Nivin suggested , who also plays a major role in the film. We were worried it might be a typical combo, but surprisingly, it turned out to be very different. What I feel is that both of them have honed their craft and kept learning over the past 15 years. The output is definitely different and fresh. There is some loud humour in the film, too. Janardhanan uncle is playing a major role in the film — a full-fledged role alongside Nivin. At this age, he has performed so gracefully. The Nivin–Janardhanan combo is very fun to watch, especially with the generational gap between them. 'I know Justin's strength; the output he gives me is very different' I recently worked with Justin in Hridayapoorvam, too. Sarvam Maya is also a musical. And I don't have another option before me because I know Justin's strength. The output he gives me is very different, and that music comes from love. I deal with him the same way I deal with an actor, and all the input he gets about the story reflects in his work. Music is the thread that ties up the story. 'Hridayapoorvam is the first collaboration of all three of us' I'm lucky to have got the chance to write a story for a Sathyan Anthikad- film. At the same time, I was working on Sarvam Maya, too. I also handled the music section of Hridayapoorvam. Anoop also worked in it as the associate director. This is the first collaboration of all three of us. It's not a big drama, but a film with simple themes and a lightweight Mohanlal. It's a clean drama with humour and emotions. We jokingly call it Mohanlal's Premalu. I personally love seeing Lalettan smile and on the last day, he was like… 'Ayyo, is the shoot already done?' Our collaboration (with his father and brother) happened by coincidence. I got an idea and shared it with Achan, who then took it forward. Anoop and I also got the chance to write a few scenes in it.
The Hindu
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Nivin Pauly's film with Akhil Sathyan titled ‘Sarvam Maya'; first look out
We had previously reported that Malayalam star Nivin Pauly has teamed up with Pachuvum Athbutha Vilakkum-maker Akhil Sathyan for a new film. Now, on Tuesday (July 1), the makers announced that the film's been titled Sarvam Maya. The makers unveiled a first-look poster of the film to announce the news. The poster features Nivin's character, with the sacred ash on his forehead, looking above with a raised eyebrow. According to reports, the film is a musical romance with fantasy elements in the mix. Starring Preity Mukhundhan as the female lead, the cast of Sarvam Maya also features Aju Varghese, Althaf Salim, and Janardhanan among others. According to reports, Riya Shibu, the influencer and producer known for producing Vikram's Tamil film Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2, is also starring in a pivotal role in Sarvam Maya. With music scored by Justin Prabhakaran, the film has cinematography by Sharan Velayudhan. Director Akhil has also edited the film. Ajayya Kumar and Rajeev Menon produce Sarvam Maya under their Fire Fly Films production banner. Notably, apart from this, Nivin also has Dolby Dineshan with Thamar KV; Baby Girl, directed by Arun Varma of Garudan fame; Dear Students, co-starring Nayanthara;Multiverse Manmadhan, a superhero film; the much-awaited sequel film Action Hero Biju 2; and Shekhara Varma Rajavu, directed by Anurag Manohar, in various stages of production. While the actor's long-delayed Tamil film Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai is expected to release soon, he is set to make a splash in Raghava Lawrence's upcoming film Benz, which is part of the popular Lokesh Cinematic Universe.
