Kerala State Film Awards 2023 Controversy: Vinayan Releases Evidence Of Manipulation By Chairman Ranjith

Kerala State Film Awards Controversy: Amidst serious allegations against Kerala State Chalachitra Academy chairman Ranjith, a main jury member and the chairman of the preliminary jury of the Kerala State Film Awards, Nemom Pushparaj, confirmed director Vinayan's accusations that Ranjith engaged in manipulative politics to prevent the movie 'Pathonpatham Noottandu' from receiving awards in the Kerala State Film Awards.

Director Vinayan accused Ranjith of meddling in the Kerala State Film Award selection process and misusing his position as Chairman of the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy.

Nemom Pushparaj Confirms Ranjith's Interference in Film Awards

Vinayan presented evidence to support his claim through a Facebook post and released an audio clip of Nemom Pushparaj speaking out against Ranjith, affirming his interference in the award decision.

In the audio, Pushparaj stated that Ranjith has lost all credibility to continue as the Chairman of the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy.

Following the revelations by the jury member, Vinayan urged the Kerala Government to take action against Ranjith, who allegedly manipulated the competition list to sideline a particular movie. Vinayan called for a thorough investigation and accountability from the government.

Earlier, the controversy erupted when director Vinayan accused Kerala State Chalachitra Academy chairman Ranjith of interference in the selection of Kerala State film awards this year. Vinayan also accused that, even though the academy secretary and others received complaints against Ranjith's alleged intervention, the authority didn't take any action.

Vinayan claimed to have substantial evidence proving that Ranjith attempted to prevent his film 'Pathonpatham Noottandu' from receiving any awards. He alleged that although one jury member strongly advocated for the film to receive the award in the category of Best Art Direction, jury member Gauthami opposed the decision under Ranjith's influence.