The South film industry had another busy day with legal developments, significant personal announcements, political clarifications, and exciting updates from films in the making. Stories from the Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam film industries grabbed attention and kept fans engaged throughout the day. Here’s a roundup of the biggest South cinema stories you shouldn’t miss.
Sudha Kongara moves court over ‘Parasakthi’ salary dues
Director Sudha Kongara filed a case against the makers of ‘Parasakthi’, alleging that they had failed to pay her the agreed amount of Rs 8.39 crore. The court has taken up the matter, making the salary dispute one of the biggest talking points in the Tamil film industry.
Court orders FIR in Ansiba Hassan’s complaint
Actor Ansiba Hassan secured a major legal victory after the Ernakulam Judicial First Class Magistrate Court accepted her complaint against Tini Tom. Earlier, the police had refused to register a case, but the court directed them to file an FIR and conduct an inquiry into her allegations. The order marks a significant step forward in the high-profile dispute within the Malayalam film industry.
Raghava Lawrence clears the air on Trichy East election rumours
Raghava Lawrence clarified that he will not contest from the Trichy East constituency, putting an end to recent political speculation. He said, “Joining politics today and immediately becoming an MLA is not dharma,” adding that such an opportunity should go to dedicated party workers. While confirming his decision to enter politics, Lawrence said he would announce the political party he joins at a later date.
Rahul Ravindran quits X after trolling
Director-actor Rahul Ravindran announced that he is deleting X after facing abusive messages and death threats during an online debate. The backlash followed his comments on a social issue, with trolls targeting both him and his family. Saying the hate had deeply affected his mental peace, Rahul decided to leave the platform, stating that he no longer wanted social media to control his emotions.
Yash teases ‘Toxic’ female cast reveal
Yash teased the much-awaited reveal of the female cast of ‘Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups.’ Responding to fans on X, he said, “Calm down! Ladies take time to come!” and confirmed that the announcement would be unveiled on July 1 at 11:33 AM. The update is expected to feature a special promotional video introducing the film’s star-studded female cast.
