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New Indian Express
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
KFPA says will add OTT revenue to movie collection report
KOCHI: The Kerala Film Producers Association (KFPA) is now set to include OTT revenue in its monthly box office collection report — a notable shift in its approach to industry transparency, amid criticism by a section of members over publicly releasing theatre-collection numbers. The association hit the breaks after publishing figures for January, February, and March this year. According to KFPA vice-president G Suresh Kumar, the delay is due to the proposal to present a more comprehensive financial picture. 'Several films have been sold to OTT platforms. And many producers requested that the monthly numbers reflect both theatre and OTT revenue. Compiling the amounts takes time,' he told TNIE. The move comes in the wake of opposition from some producers to the release of box office figures. 'I don't know who hired the people to facilitate the release of monthly reports of Malayalam films. These are confidential numbers. If a body authorised or constituted by the state is coming out with these figures, then it is understandable,' Santhosh T Kuruvilla, co-producer of films like 'Da Thadiya', 'Mayaanadhi' and 'Nna Thaan Case Kodu', posted on Facebook. He urged those involved to stop spreading false notions about the industry. KFPA secretary B Rakesh said that the reports for April to June will be published after the association's general body meeting and election. 'Officials are working on annual reports and preparing for the election. The figures of the last three months will be released soon after,' he said. According to the three reports released by KFPA, only three films — 'Rekhachithram' starring Asif Ali, the Prithviraj-Mohanlal film 'Empuraan', and 'Officer on Duty' featuring Kunchacko Boban and Priyamani — were commercially successful in the first quarter of 2025. The association maintains that the aim of releasing such data is to raise awareness among producers, particularly newcomers, about financial risks in an industry grappling with mounting losses.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Now trending in Kerala: Post-production at home, personal spaces
Kochi: When Ajayan Adat won the state award for best sound design for the critically acclaimed movie 'Ilaveezha Poonchira', many wondered in which studio the intricate sound layers were crafted. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In reality, its basic design — ambient textures, subtle sonic details and tonal mood shifts — was created in a compact, acoustically treated room inside his modest home. Armed with a high-performance laptop, reference monitors and years of hands-on experience, Ajayan represents a quiet revolution reshaping Mollywood's post-production sector. Increasingly, professionals like him — sound designers, editors, colourists, CG technicians and musicians — are moving from traditional studios to their own spaces, be it apartments, garages or personal dens. The decentralisation of post-production, driven by technology, lower infrastructure costs and digital workflow's flexibility, is transforming the making of Malayalam cinema. "Video editing jobs were decentralised years ago. Now that trend has spread to other post-production areas as well," said Adat. "Personal spaces allow them to enjoy the process and give each project a personal touch. High-end studios are still essential, but mostly for final stages. For instance, in sound design, we can handle initial editing and basic mixing from our own setups. For final mixing, like Dolby Atmos or OTT mastering, we rely on advanced professional studios," said Adat. Music director and sound designer Dawn Vincent, who won the state award for best music in 2023 for 'Nna Thaan Case Kodu', has transformed a bedroom in his Panangad, Kochi, home into a fully functional studio. "Most of my compositions and programming — including the music which won me the award — were done in this room. The work of my latest project 'Oru Durooha Sahacharyathil', starring Kunchako Boban, is progressing here," says Vincent. "Working from my own space allows me to create without time constraints. It helps reduce production costs. Even the previews of my work are done here at home." Movie editor Ajith P Unnikrishnan is now working for a leading banner in Malayalam and has been busy with its editing at his home on the city border. "It's more comfortable. Many now opt for 'work from home' for that reason," he said.
New Indian Express
03-05-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Box office data release triggers outrage among producers in Kerala
KOCHI: The Kerala Film Producers Association's (KFPA) decision to release monthly box office collection figures — a move it claims is aimed at helping investors — is evoking negative reviews. The move, initiated from February, has thrown open a rift, with some producers warning that it could backfire and end up discouraging investment, besides distorting perceptions of success in a fragile market. According to the KFPA's March 2025 report, just one film – L2: Empuraan – out of the 15 released that month was commercially successful. The association defends its decision to release the figures, saying it would help inform producers of industry trends and financial outcomes. However, not everyone is convinced. Producer Sandra Thomas, among those vehemently opposed to the move, said the decision has started hurting the industry. 'The numbers they release are partial. There are multiple sources of income, including OTT rights, remake rights, dubbing rights and theatre collection. When we release the theatre collection, it gives the wrong impression that the entire industry is in loss,' she explained. Santhosh T Kuruvilla, co-producer of films like Da Thadiya, Mayaanadhi and Nna Thaan Case Kodu, too, was critical of the decision. 'I don't know who hired these people to release monthly reports of Malayalam films. These are confidential numbers. If a body authorised or constituted by the state is releasing these figures, then it is understandable,' he posted on social media and called on those involved to stop 'spreading false ideas' about the industry. Kuruvilla warned that publicising box office failures could dampen investor confidence. 'The goal of film production is not just high returns. The entertainment industry works on long-term goals,' he said. However, KFPA vice-president G Sureshkumar said they want to caution new producers about the risks in investing in the sector. 'The numbers were released not to discourage investors. Numerous producers are in debt and experiencing losses. We cannot let this happen. Actors' remuneration and production costs are increasing. Potential producers should be aware of the risks,' he told TNIE.
