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Indian Express
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
No problems with Shine Tom Chacko, respect him more now: Vincy Aloshious
Malayalam film actor Vincy Aloshious on Tuesday said she no longer has any problems with her colleague Shine Tom Chacko and instead, she 'respects him more' now as he has changed. Her remarks came in response to a reporter's query as to whether they both have any problems with each other now, following Aloshious' accusations of drug use against Chacko in April this year. The query was put to the actors during a press meet to announce the release of their film — Soothravakyam — on July 11. While Shine Tom Chacko answered the query with a question of his own — 'Do you see any problems between us by looking at us?' and said that if it cannot be seen, then there probably are no issues. Vincy Aloshious on the other hand directly said 'no' and then went on to explain why she had raised the issue back then. Also Read | 'I called out to dad, but he wasn't responding': Shine Tom Chacko on fatal crash, says he got 30 stitches, cracked his back Aloshious said that Chacko was the first person or actor she had told that she wants to become an artiste and his rise in the profession has influenced her too in her career. So when she decided to do the film with him, she had this feeling 'that I am working and sharing a space with someone I admired'. 'So that experience (of alleged drug use on set), which may not have been deliberate, from such a person, was unexpected,' she said, in response to which Chacko said, 'I too did not expect it. If you were hurt, then I am sorry.' Vincy Aloshious said that now she has 'more respect' for Shine Tom Chacko in view of the 'change in him' as he 'admitted' what he had done. Aloshious had in April lodged a complaint with the Film Chamber alleging 'inappropriate behaviour' by Chacko under the influence of drugs on the sets of the film. She had also approached the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) regarding the misconduct on the set of the film Soothravakyam, but did not lodge a police complaint. Just after Vincy Aloshious' allegations, Shine Tom Chacko was arrested and then released on bail in a drugs case after he allegedly fled from a hotel here when a District Anti-Narcotic Special Action Force (DANSAF) team carried out a raid there. Also Read | Vincy Aloshious expresses disdain for working with actors who use drugs: 'Why create an uncomfortable workspace?' The actor has been booked under section 238 (causing disappearance of evidence) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and sections 27 (drug consumption) and 29 (abetment and criminal conspiracy) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, in connection with that incident. Subsequently, on June 6, while on his way to Bengaluru with family, Shine Tom Chacko's vehicle met with an accident in which his father died and the actor's left arm suffered a fracture. The actor was not driving the car.
Indian Express
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Producers set to weed out drug abuse in Malayalam film industry; violators must compensate for losses: report
Following multiple allegations, complaints and reports pointing to rampant drug abuse in the industry, Malayalam film producers have decided to take the first concrete step against it. Under the proposed plan, anyone associated with a film's production will have to pay the price, quite literally, if they are found indulging in such practices. According to a report, the Kerala Film Producers' Association (KFPA) is mulling making all artistes and technicians sign a 'no drugs' affidavit alongside their remuneration contracts. Interestingly, the affidavit goes beyond being a mere self-declaration. According to OnManorama, those who violate the terms will be held accountable and required to compensate the producer for any losses incurred due to their behaviour, as it poses a breach of contract. The rules will apply not only at shooting locations but also at accommodation facilities provided by the production team. Given that film productions involve numerous persons offering various services, the KFPA has reached out to the actors' federation, the Association of Malayalam Movie Artistes (AMMA), as well as the directors' and technicians' union, the Film Employees Federation of Kerala (FEFKA), sharing a sample of the proposed affidavit. Reportedly, FEFKA has responded positively, while AMMA is set to discuss the matter at its general body meeting scheduled for June 22 (Sunday) before making a final decision. The KFPA has requested AMMA to communicate its stance by June 24 and aims to implement the guideline on June 26, coinciding with the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. It may be mentioned here that a controversy had erupted recently after State Award-winning actor Vincy Aloshious filed a complaint with AMMA, accusing her Soothravakyam co-star Shine Tom Chacko of harassing her while under the influence of drugs. In the aftermath, producer-actor Sandra Thomas alleged that filmmakers are now allocating a portion of their budgets specifically for drugs. 'Now, a special budget is being allotted exclusively for this. Even separate rooms are allotted for this purpose. It has now reached a stage where both men and women and everyone, irrespective of their status, use it,' she said during an interview last month.
Pink Villa
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
4 new Malayalam movies releasing in theaters this week (May 26 - June 1): Soothravakyam, Shaman to Moonwalk
Theaters across Kerala are gearing up for a fresh round of Malayalam film releases. This week brings an exciting mix—some films will tug at your heart, while others might leave you at the edge of your seat. With each story offering something different, there's plenty to look forward to on the big screen. So, what are you waiting for? Continue reading to know all about the upcoming Malayalam movies releasing in theaters this week. Malayalam theatrical releases this week 1. Soothravakyam Cast: Shine Tom Chacko, Vincy Aloshious, Deepak Parambol Release date: May 30, 2025 The film follows the life of Christo Xavier, a circle inspector known for his unique approach to policing. Alongside his duties, he takes on the role of a mentor to a group of 11th-grade students. He turns his police station into a space that serves the children of the town. However, things take a serious turn when a person goes missing. This incident leads to an intense investigation. 2. Once Upon A Time There Was A Kallan Cast: Sreenath Bhasi, Kottayam Nazeer, Tini Tom Release date: May 30, 2025 Once Upon A Time There Was A Kallan tells the story of an elderly man living all alone in a big and quiet house. One night, a thief sneaks into his home but ends up getting trapped inside. Instead of reacting with fear or anger, the old man chooses not to call the police. He decides to talk to the thief, and an unexpected friendship begins. 3. Shaman Cast: Pious Paul, Athulya S Release date: May 30, 2025 Shaman revolves around the life of a woman who, after facing a personal loss, goes on a trip with her friends to find peace. However, her dreams start to reflect strange real-life events. As the mystery deepens, she struggles to tell what is real and what is illusion. The truth seems to exist beyond her own imagination. 4. Moonwalk Cast: Anunath VP, Siddharth Babu, Sujith Prapanchan Release date: May 30, 2025 Moonwalk is set in a remote Kerala village during the late 1980s. The film draws inspiration from true events. It follows a group of young people who want to learn and perform breakdance. The story shows the challenges they encounter on their journey to master the dance. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates!
India Today
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Actor Shine Tom Chacko admitted to de-addiction centre amid drug abuse claims
Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko was admitted to a de-addiction centre amid drug abuse claims by his co-stars. Recently, 'Soothravakyam' co-star Vincy Aloshious filed a complaint with the Kerala Film Chamber of Commerce alleging misconduct and drug usage on the film sets. Soon after the claims, he was arrested by the police, where he confessed to using narcotic expressed his wish to overcome his addiction and hence he has now been admitted to the rehabilitation centre. Upon Vincy's complaint, the Kerala film body informed Chacko's family and said that he needed professional assistance for his to Mathrubhumi report, the 'Leo' actor will undergo treatment as part of the Kerala government's de-addiction programme called 'Vimukthi'. His treatment will be supervised by the Excise department. While Vincy Aloshious did not file a police complaint, the Excise Department took notice of it and arrested Shine Tom Chacko. After being grilled for hours, he was let out on Shine Tom Chacko and Sreenath Bhasi were questioned by the Excise department in connection with the hybrid ganja case. Recently, director Khalid Rahman and Ashraf Hamza were arrested for the possession of this month, the Excise officials in Kerala's Alappuzha seized hybrid ganja worth Rs 2 crore from Christina and Feroz. The 41-year-old Christina claimed that she had consumed drugs with Chacko and Bhasi, after which they were summoned by the police.
The Hindu
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Action against Shine will be decided after ICC report, says film chamber
The Kerala Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) has stated that a decision on the action to be taken against actor Shine Tom Chacko over the allegations of drug abuse and misbehaviour raised against him by actor Vincy Aloshious will be taken after receiving the report of the internal complaints committee (ICC) of the movie Soothravakyam. The KFCC is the co-ordinating body of the monitoring committee set up against workplace harassment of women in the Malayalam film industry. The ICC of the movie will submit its report before the committee for follow-up action. Allegation raised Vincy had alleged that Shine had misbehaved with her on the set of Soothravakyam and was found spitting a white powder while rehearsing a scene. Saji Nanthiattu, general secretary of the KFCC, said on Friday that the ICC was expected to submit the report within 10 days of launching the probe into the complaints. The chamber has made it already clear that it will not be lenient in the fight against drug menace on film sets and those responsible for such violations will feel the heat, he said. He criticised the meeting between Mr. Chacko and the leadership of the Film Employees Federation of Kerala in Kochi on Tuesday. After the meeting, the federation representatives had announced that the actor would be given one more chance for a course correction. 'I feel it was inappropriate for the federation to have made such a statement, especially when the ICC's probe was progressing,' he said. As job providers, it remains the mandate of the producers to take such a call after analysing the complaints related to professional misconduct. The presence of the producer of Soothravakyam at the meeting was also unwarranted, he said.
