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Back in 2018, actor Nivin Pauly addressed the perceived rivalry between himself, Dulquer Salmaan, and Fahadh Faasil. The three actors, who represent the new age of Malayalam cinema, were already showcasing their versatility beyond the Malayalam industry, acting in both Tamil and Hindi films. Fans often speculated about competition among them, but Nivin was clear that this was not the case.

Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra, Malayalam cinema's first female superhero film, made a strong debut. The film starring Kalyani Priyadarshan earned Rs 2.7 crore on its opening day. Collections rose nearly 39% on day two, totaling Rs 6.45 crore. Kalyani Priyadarshan's performance received praise. Viewers lauded the film's visual effects and entertainment value.

Janhvi Kapoor is facing backlash ahead of 'Param Sundari' release for her portrayal of a character with Malayali roots. She clarified that her character has mixed Tamilian and Malayali heritage, expressing her admiration for Malayalam cinema. Online trolling intensified, including criticism from singer Pavithra Menon, who later reported her critical video was removed from Instagram due to copyright issues.