Year Ender 2024: From Allu Arjun's Arrest To Hema Committee Report, 7 South Cinemas Controversies In 2024

Year Ender 2024: 2024 is the year of controversies especially when it comes to South Cinemas. The year 2024 is ending with a list consisting of such controversies that turned the heads of many across the country. From recent Allu Arjun's arrest for Pushpa 2 stampede screening to Mollywood #MeToo row, the scandals in South cinemas have kept the audience hooked to the news reports. So, before the year ends, take a look at how controversial it was for the South celebs.

7 South Cinemas Controversies In 2024

1. Darshan Involved In Murdering A Fan

Kannada superstar Darshan Thogudeepa and his friend Pavithra Gowda are accused of brutally murdering a fan, Renukaswamy. The actor was taken into custody in June 11. However, later he managed to get a bail on medical grounds followed by securing a regular bail.

2. Nayanthara-Dhanush Feud Over 3 Seconds Clip

Lady superstar Nayanthara issued an open letter accusing Dhanush for demanding Rs. 10 Cr for using 3 seconds clip from the 2015 film Naanum Rowdy Dhaan in her documentary, Nayanthara: Beyond The Fairy Tale. She has also accused Dhanush of ignoring her when she reached for an NOC.

3. Allu Arjun's Arrest For Pushpa 2 Stampede Case

Allu Arjun was arrested on December 13 and sent to 14-day judicial custody after a woman died in a stampede happened in Pushpa 2 screening. However, he was later granted an interim bail by the Telengana High Court in just five hours.

4. Mollywood #MeToo Row

Justice K Hema's report took an ugly turn when it accused many big names from the Malayalam film industry of molesting, sexually harassing, and discriminating women in the cinemas. From director Ranjith to Nivin Pauly, big names came under the radar.

5. Jayam Ravi-AR Rahman Divorce Announcement

It came as huge shock to the fans when Jayam Ravi and wife Aarti announced their divorce followed by AR Rahman dissolving his nearly 3 decades of marriage with wife Saira Banu. It fueled further rumours of AR Rahman dating bassist Mohini Dey after the latter announced her divorce hours after on the same day.

6. Choreographer Jani Master's National Award Revoked

Jani Master's Nation Award was revoked after the popular choreographer was accused of raping a minor and was booked under POCSO Act. After the charges filed against him, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting withdrew the invitation of the choreographer attending the 70th National Award ceremony.

7. Mohan Babu-Manchu Manoj Family Controversy

Mohan Babu accused youngest son Manchu Manoj and his wife of seizing his home forcibly. He further stated that he fears for his safety. The alleged dispute is over property distribution amongst his sons Manoj and Vishnu, who are half-brothers.